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Explore to win 2024 contest

An exciting contest is coming your way this summer, as we’re giving you a chance to win 1 of 22 $300 prize packs just for shopping in the neighbourhod!

New Trainings for Members

New webinars and trainings available to Downtown Yonge BIA members.

Strategic Plan 2023 – 2028

The Downtown Yonge BIA is excited to launch a new strategic plan, one that outlines the priorities, actions, and ambitions for the organization over the next five years.

Check out what’s coming up:


"artifacts and the shapers of space" + “moved by the invisible”

11-30-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Oct 22 @ 12:00 pm + 29 more dates and times

Wed, Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Oct 24 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Oct 25 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Oct 29 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Oct 30 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Oct 31 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 01 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 02 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 05 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 06 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 07 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 08 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 09 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 12 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 13 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 14 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 15 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 16 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 19 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 20 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 21 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 22 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 23 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 26 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 27 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 28 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 29 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 30 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

The two exhibits “artifacts and the shapers of space” & “moved by the invisible” in the west and east rooms of the Genesis gallery space. Explore a complete environment of artworks -- including hard and soft sculpture, collage, painting and even digital images. Experience pieces by Ramona Zoladek, Floyd Kuptana, Travis Shilling, deborah harris, Peggy Mersereau and Sae Kimura.

Work is regularly installed throughout the building -- continue up to the second and third floors -- including our newest display room, the Photographic Gallery.

All installations are created by curator deborah harris in collaboration with her assistant Sae Kimura and collaborating artists.

Voyage through nine exhibit spaces from Tuesday to Saturday, 12 noon to 5:30pm.

Supported by the Foundation for the Study of Objective Art, a registered charity.

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Tags:   Art Culture & Heritage Free Media & Design

Jilly Frances Art Exhibition at Hotel Victoria

10-18-2024

Presented by Jilly Frances x Hotel Victoria at Hotel Victoria, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 6:00 pm

The opening reception of the Jilly Frances exhibition featuring her Ground collection is Friday,...

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The opening reception of the Jilly Frances exhibition featuring her Ground collection is Friday, October 18th from 6pm - 8pm at Hotel Victoria.

Jilly Frances earmarks the residue of daily life, reflecting back to us passing moments that are both present and fleeting. Recognizing the ephemeral nature of time and light, Jilly turns ordinary bits of ground, moving skies, and flickering shadows into galaxies of their own. Come take a moment with the art and the artist and find yourself in her work.

Mossop's Social will be crafting artisanal drinks and bites inspired by Jilly Frances artwork.

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Tags:   Art Media & Design

BEAT - BELEW/VAI/LEVIN/CAREY PLAY 80S KING CRIMSON

10-18-2024

Presented by F7 Entertainment at Massey Hall, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 8:00 pm

BEAT - BELEW/VAI/LEVIN/CAREY PLAY 80S KING CRIMSON - Presented By F7 Entertainment

BEAT - BELEW/VAI/LEVIN/CAREY PLAY 80S KING CRIMSON - Presented By F7 Entertainment

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Tags:  Music

Darcel Wright Memorial Classic 2024

10-20-2024

Presented by Toronto Metropolitan University Athletics & Recreation at Mattamy Athletic Centre, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 12:00 am Sat, Oct 19 @ 12:00 am Sun, Oct 20 @ 12:00 am
Tags:   Sports

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Toronto, ON

10-19-2024

Presented by The Dinner Detective at Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm

America’s largest murder mystery show is opening their first location in Canada!

Prepare for...

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America’s largest murder mystery show is opening their first location in Canada!

Prepare for an Unforgettable Evening of Mystery and Comedy at the Dinner Detective Toronto!

🔍 Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with suspense, intrigue, and side-splitting comedy at Dinner Detective Toronto:

🕵️‍♂️ Engaging Mystery: Step into a world of secrets, hidden agendas, and thrilling twists. Our meticulously crafted storyline will keep you guessing as you interact with intriguing characters and follow the trail of clues to solve the evening's enigma.

😂 Comedy Galore: Laughter takes center stage! Our talented cast seamlessly blends mystery with comedy, delivering hilarious one-liners, witty banter, and unexpected moments that will have you in fits of laughter.

🎭 Audience Participation: You're not just an observer; you're an integral part of the action. Engage with the cast and fellow guests to piece together the puzzle, all while sharing hearty laughs.

🎟️ Secure Your Tickets Today! 🎟️ 🌐 Visit our website: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/Toronto/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/ 📞 Call us at: (866) 496-0535.

🤣🤫 Don't miss out on the fun experience at Dinner Detective Toronto. Gather your friends, colleagues, or loved ones and embark on a night of comedy, mystery, and unforgettable entertainment.

🕵️‍♂️ Book your tickets today and prepare for an evening filled with laughter and intrigue! 🕵️‍♀️

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre
30 Carlton St
Toronto, ON M5B 2E9 Canada

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Tags:   Festivals & Special Events Stage

INTERSTELLAR 10 concert tour

10-19-2024

Presented by Royal Canadian College of Organists at Metropolitan United Church, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Oct 19 @ 7:30 pm

Sayer worked closely with Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create the soundtrack...

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Sayer worked closely with Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create the soundtrack for the film, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Over the past decade, the music from “Interstellar” has developed a dedicated worldwide fandom.

Sayer created INTERSTELLAR 10 with his original arrangements of the movie soundtrack, for the solo organ. Since January, he has performed the concert to sold-out audiences in Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom and Europe. His cross-country tour of the concert will be Sayer’s first time performing in Canada.

His program brings to life the drama and intense emotions of the movie's storyline, interweaving the main themes from the movie in one continuous captivating performance. The concert also includes additional space themed pieces: the opening theme from 2001: A Space Odyssey (Also sprach Zarathustra by Richard Strauss), and selections from The Planets by Gustav Holst. The concert will include a short documentary about the creation of the “Interstellar” soundtrack followed by an audience Q&A with Sayer.

INTERSTELLAR 10 in Toronto takes place at Metropolitan United Church (56 Queen St E), at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19. Metropolitan United’s pipe organ is the largest instrument in Canada and is celebrated for its rich orchestral tone.

The Canadian concert tour of INTERSTELLAR 10 presented by The Royal Canadian College of Organists also travels to Halifax (October 5), Montréal (October 8), Calgary (October 22) and Vancouver (October 25).

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Tags:   Music

"artifacts and the shapers of space" + “moved by the invisible”

11-30-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Oct 22 @ 12:00 pm + 29 more dates and times

Wed, Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Oct 24 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Oct 25 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Oct 29 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Oct 30 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Oct 31 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 01 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 02 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 05 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 06 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 07 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 08 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 09 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 12 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 13 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 14 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 15 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 16 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 19 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 20 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 21 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 22 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 23 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Nov 26 @ 12:00 pm Wed, Nov 27 @ 12:00 pm Thu, Nov 28 @ 12:00 pm Fri, Nov 29 @ 12:00 pm Sat, Nov 30 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

The two exhibits “artifacts and the shapers of space” & “moved by the invisible” in the west and east rooms of the Genesis gallery space. Explore a complete environment of artworks -- including hard and soft sculpture, collage, painting and even digital images. Experience pieces by Ramona Zoladek, Floyd Kuptana, Travis Shilling, deborah harris, Peggy Mersereau and Sae Kimura.

Work is regularly installed throughout the building -- continue up to the second and third floors -- including our newest display room, the Photographic Gallery.

All installations are created by curator deborah harris in collaboration with her assistant Sae Kimura and collaborating artists.

Voyage through nine exhibit spaces from Tuesday to Saturday, 12 noon to 5:30pm.

Supported by the Foundation for the Study of Objective Art, a registered charity.

[less-]
Tags:   Art Culture & Heritage Free Media & Design

Jilly Frances Art Exhibition at Hotel Victoria

10-18-2024

Presented by Jilly Frances x Hotel Victoria at Hotel Victoria, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 6:00 pm

The opening reception of the Jilly Frances exhibition featuring her Ground collection is Friday,...

[more+]

The opening reception of the Jilly Frances exhibition featuring her Ground collection is Friday, October 18th from 6pm - 8pm at Hotel Victoria.

Jilly Frances earmarks the residue of daily life, reflecting back to us passing moments that are both present and fleeting. Recognizing the ephemeral nature of time and light, Jilly turns ordinary bits of ground, moving skies, and flickering shadows into galaxies of their own. Come take a moment with the art and the artist and find yourself in her work.

Mossop's Social will be crafting artisanal drinks and bites inspired by Jilly Frances artwork.

[less-]
Tags:   Art Media & Design

BEAT - BELEW/VAI/LEVIN/CAREY PLAY 80S KING CRIMSON

10-18-2024

Presented by F7 Entertainment at Massey Hall, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 8:00 pm

BEAT - BELEW/VAI/LEVIN/CAREY PLAY 80S KING CRIMSON - Presented By F7 Entertainment

BEAT - BELEW/VAI/LEVIN/CAREY PLAY 80S KING CRIMSON - Presented By F7 Entertainment

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Tags:  Music

Darcel Wright Memorial Classic 2024

10-20-2024

Presented by Toronto Metropolitan University Athletics & Recreation at Mattamy Athletic Centre, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, Oct 18 @ 12:00 am Sat, Oct 19 @ 12:00 am Sun, Oct 20 @ 12:00 am
Tags:   Sports

The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Toronto, ON

10-19-2024

Presented by The Dinner Detective at Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm

America’s largest murder mystery show is opening their first location in Canada!

Prepare for...

[more+]

America’s largest murder mystery show is opening their first location in Canada!

Prepare for an Unforgettable Evening of Mystery and Comedy at the Dinner Detective Toronto!

🔍 Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with suspense, intrigue, and side-splitting comedy at Dinner Detective Toronto:

🕵️‍♂️ Engaging Mystery: Step into a world of secrets, hidden agendas, and thrilling twists. Our meticulously crafted storyline will keep you guessing as you interact with intriguing characters and follow the trail of clues to solve the evening's enigma.

😂 Comedy Galore: Laughter takes center stage! Our talented cast seamlessly blends mystery with comedy, delivering hilarious one-liners, witty banter, and unexpected moments that will have you in fits of laughter.

🎭 Audience Participation: You're not just an observer; you're an integral part of the action. Engage with the cast and fellow guests to piece together the puzzle, all while sharing hearty laughs.

🎟️ Secure Your Tickets Today! 🎟️ 🌐 Visit our website: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/Toronto/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/ 📞 Call us at: (866) 496-0535.

🤣🤫 Don't miss out on the fun experience at Dinner Detective Toronto. Gather your friends, colleagues, or loved ones and embark on a night of comedy, mystery, and unforgettable entertainment.

🕵️‍♂️ Book your tickets today and prepare for an evening filled with laughter and intrigue! 🕵️‍♀️

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre
30 Carlton St
Toronto, ON M5B 2E9 Canada

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Tags:   Festivals & Special Events Stage

INTERSTELLAR 10 concert tour

10-19-2024

Presented by Royal Canadian College of Organists at Metropolitan United Church, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Oct 19 @ 7:30 pm

Sayer worked closely with Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create the soundtrack...

[more+]

Sayer worked closely with Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer to create the soundtrack for the film, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Over the past decade, the music from “Interstellar” has developed a dedicated worldwide fandom.

Sayer created INTERSTELLAR 10 with his original arrangements of the movie soundtrack, for the solo organ. Since January, he has performed the concert to sold-out audiences in Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom and Europe. His cross-country tour of the concert will be Sayer’s first time performing in Canada.

His program brings to life the drama and intense emotions of the movie's storyline, interweaving the main themes from the movie in one continuous captivating performance. The concert also includes additional space themed pieces: the opening theme from 2001: A Space Odyssey (Also sprach Zarathustra by Richard Strauss), and selections from The Planets by Gustav Holst. The concert will include a short documentary about the creation of the “Interstellar” soundtrack followed by an audience Q&A with Sayer.

INTERSTELLAR 10 in Toronto takes place at Metropolitan United Church (56 Queen St E), at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19. Metropolitan United’s pipe organ is the largest instrument in Canada and is celebrated for its rich orchestral tone.

The Canadian concert tour of INTERSTELLAR 10 presented by The Royal Canadian College of Organists also travels to Halifax (October 5), Montréal (October 8), Calgary (October 22) and Vancouver (October 25).

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Tags:   Music

Yonge Street Looking North, Taken from South of Dundas. Pedestrians on sidewalk and cars on road.

Located in the heart of Toronto, the Downtown Yonge neighbourhood is a vibrant melting pot of arts and culture and history, showcasing a diverse business mix of restaurants, retail, services and more!

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Residents

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Since

2001

A world leading downtown neighbourhood renowned for its culture, commerce, opportunity and liveability.

The Downtown Yonge B.I.A has been working to ensure our members thrive by strengthening the culture and economy of the neighbourhood through our programs, partnerships and advocacy.

community

Our Values

Responsive

We recognize and prioritize the challenges that are imminent & time sensitive with targeted programming and collaboration.

Collaborative

We recognize the need to develop partnerships that focus on addressing key challenges affecting the local area.

Inclusive

We represent the needs of diverse people & businesses. We convene conversations that balance these perspectives.

Innovative

We are creative and forward-thinking in our approach to solving challenges, building partnerships, and developing strategies.

Results-Oriented

We focus on delivering services and solutions that are effective, measurable, and scalable.