Harbourfront Natrel Skating Rink

The rink down at harbourfront is now open, so lace up your skates and get down there for some free skating and breathtaking waterfront views. The rink is open Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

No skates? No problem. You can rent them there for $7 for adults, or $6 for children and seniors.

Check out the Harbourfront Centre's site for all the info.

Harbourfront Natrel Ice Skating Rink Opening November 17th

Well, nothing says winter like ice skating on the Toronto Harbourfront. The Natrel rink opens tomorrow, November 17th, weather permitting. You can skate at Harbourfront for FREE all winter long. Skate rentals are available for $7 adults, $6 children or seniors. Music is provided and the rink is easily accessible by TTC using the 509 or 510 streetcars.

Check out all the details at the Harbourfront Centre.

Toronto's 2nd Annual Nuit Blanche September 29th 2007

Anyone who made it out to last year's (Scotiabank) Nuit Blanche knows it tops the charts for free fun in Toronto. Get a crowd of friends together and come downtown to explore all sorts of interesting and creative events across the city. It's FREE. And it's all night long. The even starts at sunset, 7:03 p.m. on September 29th.

TIPS: Have a nap in the afternoon. No really. Bring lots of water and some snacks - even though art galleries and games and all sorts of other crazy places are open it's not that easy to find refreshments. The line for Tim Horton's was an event in itself. Also, bring an umbrella. Being cold and wet and walking through the fog at 4 a.m. will make a great story, but other than that it's just how it sounds. Cold and wet.

Check out all the details along with maps and a handy Nuit Blanche Survival Guide here.

WinterCity Fest: Wild On Winter WOW! Series at Nathan Phillips Square

As part of the two-week WinterCity Festival, there is an amazing free (yes, free!) concert and entertainment series going on at Nathan Phillips Square. The Wild On Winter concert series includes some great bands including Sloan, The New Pornographers, and The Philosopher Kings.

Concert Days: January 26th, 27th, and 28th, and February 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.

While various bands and local talent will appearing throughout the day, here are some highlights:

January 26th: The Philosopher Kings @ 8:00 P.M.
January 27th: Sloan @ 8:00 P.M.
February 2nd: Mobile @ 8:00 P.M.
February 3rd: The New Pornographers @ 8:00 P.M.

Here's the full line-up for the Wild On Winter series.

Before the concerts you can catch some free theatre as Italy's Kitonb Extreme Theatre Company presents the North American Premiere of "Carillon -- The Flight of Time". With a show that features dance, acrobatics, light displays, and an aerial performance that takes place 20 metres above the audience, this one is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

Carillon can be seen January 26th & 27th, and February 2nd and 3rd at 7:00 P.M.

Also at Nathan Phillips Square, The American Express Ice Gallery presents Gordon Halloran's Paintings Below Zero, featuring an installation of colourful and abstract paintings in ice. The ice rink itself will become a giant piece of art, so this one promises to be a unique experience -- how often do you get to skate on a painting?

The Ice Gallery Hours:

January 26 - February 4, 2007
Monday to Friday: 5 - 10 pm
Saturdays: noon - 10 pm
Sundays: noon - 6 pm

Don't forget, all of this is FREE, so take full advantage of WinterCity and enjoy the best that T.O. has to offer, including Winterlicious and the Warm-Up Series with discounts and coupons for attractions and events going on across Toronto.

Free Ice Skating at Harbourfront Centre's Natrel Rink

As the temperature continues to drop, it seems that our outdoor activity level inevitably plummets with it. However, in true Canadian form, Toronto offers a great venue for free ice skating down at the Harbourfront.

The Natrel Rink opens next Saturday, November 18th. Admission is free and there is even music to provide a backdrop for your ice capades.

There are facilities available including indoor lockers and changing rooms. Parking is also available, but unless you're taking a whole crew it's probably cheaper to take the TTC (509 or 510 Streetcar) or even better yet, walk. The rink is located just south of the York Quay Centre at 235 Queens Quay West.

To warm up, there is hot food and drinks available at EATS but it's closed on Mondays. Of course you can always bring your own thermos of hot chocolate goodness to keep the cost to a minimum.

If you don't have skates, not to worry, you can rent them for $7, or $6 for children and seniors.

For more information visit the Harbourfront Centre.

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