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Spring Bike Rodeo

Join us May 6 11am-2pm for an afternoon of fun bike activities; free bike tune-ups, free biking swag and more!

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New Trainings for Members

New webinars and trainings available to Downtown Yonge BIA members.

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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.

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Colour a Tulip Activity

05-25-2025

Presented by Little Canada at Little Canada, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Mon, May 19 @ 11:00 am Sat, May 24 @ 11:00 am Sun, May 25 @ 11:00 am
Buy Tickets

For the first four weekends in May—including Victoria Day Monday—guests are invited to...

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For the first four weekends in May—including Victoria Day Monday—guests are invited to participate in a free drop-in activity during their visit. From 11 am to 4 pm, colour your own wooden tulip cutout and add a splash of spring to your day!

While you’re here, journey through our immersive miniature world—filled with tiny Canadian stories, delightful details, and little surprises around every corner.

This hands-on activity is included with your admission to Little Canada. No pre-registration required—just drop in and get creative!

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Tags:   Design & Craft,  Festivals & Special Events,  Free,  Holiday / Seasonal, Art

Tom Odell - Don't Let Me Go Tour

05-20-2025

Presented by Live Nation at Massey Hall, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 20 @ 8:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Tom Odell - Don't Let Me Go Tour

Tom Odell - Don't Let Me Go Tour

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Tags:  Music

Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified, the Immersive Rock Experience

05-31-2025

Presented by Illuminarium at The Distillery District at Illuminarium at the Distillery District, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Wed, May 21 @ 11:00 am Thu, May 22 @ 11:00 am Fri, May 23 @ 11:00 am + 6 more dates and times

Sat, May 24 @ 11:00 am Sun, May 25 @ 11:00 am Wed, May 28 @ 11:00 am Thu, May 29 @ 11:00 am Fri, May 30 @ 11:00 am Sat, May 31 @ 11:00 am - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

Illuminarium Experiences is pleased to announce the opening of Rolling Stone Presents:...

[more+]

Illuminarium Experiences is pleased to announce the opening of Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified, the Immersive Rock Experience, on May 3rd. The first-of-its-kind immersive experience celebrates the music, history, imagery, and culture of rock 'n' roll with a mind-blowing spectacle. It features over 1,000 photographs, 200 videos, 1,300 Rolling Stone covers, and highlights over 300 iconic artists whose music impacted the world. The immersive experience opened with smashing success in Las Vegas earlier this year and this May marks its Canadian debut.

Narrated by actor/musician Kevin Bacon, the unprecedented 360-degree immersive experience will plunge guests into the sights, sounds and stories of the origins of rock, using the world’s most advanced 4K laser projection, 3D audio and interactive technologies. This includes high-resolution imagery, rare live performances, exclusive portrait sessions, album art, behind-the-scenes footage, and never-before-seen rock moments.

Created by Brand New World Studios exclusively for Illuminarium, Amplified extends beyond an interactive experience, it’s a full-blown cultural celebration of music, history and all things rock ‘n’ roll. It’s a little bit like an IMAX, a documentary, a movie, a music video, and a photo show all rolled into one.

Key Features of the Experience:

Rock History: Six decades of music’s greatest artists from their lifestyles, key messages and cultural influence on the world told in a non-linear fashion.

The show has eight chapters that center around the ideas of backstage, bands, cars, studios, political messages, hair, fans, and Rolling Stone.

Stunning Visual Archives: Over 1,000+ photos, 200 videos from musical legends, past and present.
Epic Sound: A powerhouse soundtrack of rock, pop, and hip-hop stars.
Rock Star Treatment: Bar, interactive activities and exclusive rock merchandise.
Experience for all ages. It is created for three generations to enjoy — a grandfather, his daughter, and his granddaughter — all will see reference points that each of them know.
Hair and rock & roll, especially at the start, is part of what made the stars and the audience stand out from the rest of society. You can see a pompadour on Elvis, George Harrison, Chris Isaak, and even Justin Bieber.
The show wraps by showcasing every single Rolling Stone cover throughout the publication’s 58-year history. The exhibition includes 1,332 Rolling Stone covers from 1967 to 2024.

The experience unites executive producer Brad Siegel, whose transformative leadership at TNT, TCM and Cartoon Network shaped contemporary media, with three-decade Rolling Stone veteran Jodi Peckman, bringing her iconic visual perspective as Photography and Film Curator working alongside Director of Photography Meghan Benson and former Rolling Stone Executive Editor Joe Levy whose writing and music supervision delivered a transformative story and music experience.  The experience's revolutionary design and visual narrative comes from Pentagram principals Abbott Miller and Emily Oberman, with motion design by Good Company and Oscar-winning Sound Designer Peter Lehman and Supervising Producer Kevin Wagner creating the sonic landscape.

Rolling Stone and Illuminarium’s multi-year licensing partnership will bring immersive, music driven experiences to audiences across multiple markets in the U.S. and internationally. This marks the first entry into an international market.

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Tags:   Art,  Kids & Family,  Media & Design

Peter Pan

06-01-2025

Presented by Mirvish Productions at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Wed, May 21 @ 1:00 pm Wed, May 21 @ 7:00 pm Thu, May 22 @ 7:00 pm + 13 more dates and times

Fri, May 23 @ 1:00 pm Fri, May 23 @ 7:30 pm Sat, May 24 @ 2:00 pm Sat, May 24 @ 7:30 pm Sun, May 25 @ 2:00 pm Tue, May 27 @ 7:00 pm Wed, May 28 @ 1:00 pm Wed, May 28 @ 7:00 pm Thu, May 29 @ 7:00 pm Fri, May 30 @ 7:30 pm Sat, May 31 @ 2:00 pm Sat, May 31 @ 7:30 pm Sun, Jun 01 @ 2:00 pm - less dates and times

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This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is...

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This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of fairy dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland.” PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!

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Tags:   Stage

Chilliwack

05-22-2025

Presented by Massey Hall at Massey Hall, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Thu, May 22 @ 8:00 pm
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Chilliwack

Chilliwack

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Tags:  Music

TEMPERED

05-24-2025

Presented by Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre at The Creative School Chrysalis, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, May 23 @ 8:00 pm Sat, May 24 @ 8:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre presents TEMPERED

TEMPERED features World Premieres by...

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Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre presents TEMPERED

TEMPERED features World Premieres by Florida-based Peter Chu and Artistic Director, Deborah Lundmark, with audience favourites by Jennifer Archibald, Colin Connor, and Roderick George highlighting the company’s annual home season of cutting-edge contemporary dance.

...simply breathtaking
- Michael Crabb, Dance International​

CCDT can take its place among the ranks of Toronto’s top dance companies.
- Paula Citron, The Globe and Mail

—

May 23 & 24, 8:00pm
The Creative School Chrysalis, Toronto Metropolitan University
43 Gerrard St. East

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Tags:   Stage

Colour a Tulip Activity

05-25-2025

Presented by Little Canada at Little Canada, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Mon, May 19 @ 11:00 am Sat, May 24 @ 11:00 am Sun, May 25 @ 11:00 am
Buy Tickets

For the first four weekends in May—including Victoria Day Monday—guests are invited to...

[more+]

For the first four weekends in May—including Victoria Day Monday—guests are invited to participate in a free drop-in activity during their visit. From 11 am to 4 pm, colour your own wooden tulip cutout and add a splash of spring to your day!

While you’re here, journey through our immersive miniature world—filled with tiny Canadian stories, delightful details, and little surprises around every corner.

This hands-on activity is included with your admission to Little Canada. No pre-registration required—just drop in and get creative!

[less-]
Tags:   Design & Craft,  Festivals & Special Events,  Free,  Holiday / Seasonal, Art

Tom Odell - Don't Let Me Go Tour

05-20-2025

Presented by Live Nation at Massey Hall, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Tue, May 20 @ 8:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Tom Odell - Don't Let Me Go Tour

Tom Odell - Don't Let Me Go Tour

[less-]
Tags:  Music

Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified, the Immersive Rock Experience

05-31-2025

Presented by Illuminarium at The Distillery District at Illuminarium at the Distillery District, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Wed, May 21 @ 11:00 am Thu, May 22 @ 11:00 am Fri, May 23 @ 11:00 am + 6 more dates and times

Sat, May 24 @ 11:00 am Sun, May 25 @ 11:00 am Wed, May 28 @ 11:00 am Thu, May 29 @ 11:00 am Fri, May 30 @ 11:00 am Sat, May 31 @ 11:00 am - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

Illuminarium Experiences is pleased to announce the opening of Rolling Stone Presents:...

[more+]

Illuminarium Experiences is pleased to announce the opening of Rolling Stone Presents: Amplified, the Immersive Rock Experience, on May 3rd. The first-of-its-kind immersive experience celebrates the music, history, imagery, and culture of rock 'n' roll with a mind-blowing spectacle. It features over 1,000 photographs, 200 videos, 1,300 Rolling Stone covers, and highlights over 300 iconic artists whose music impacted the world. The immersive experience opened with smashing success in Las Vegas earlier this year and this May marks its Canadian debut.

Narrated by actor/musician Kevin Bacon, the unprecedented 360-degree immersive experience will plunge guests into the sights, sounds and stories of the origins of rock, using the world’s most advanced 4K laser projection, 3D audio and interactive technologies. This includes high-resolution imagery, rare live performances, exclusive portrait sessions, album art, behind-the-scenes footage, and never-before-seen rock moments.

Created by Brand New World Studios exclusively for Illuminarium, Amplified extends beyond an interactive experience, it’s a full-blown cultural celebration of music, history and all things rock ‘n’ roll. It’s a little bit like an IMAX, a documentary, a movie, a music video, and a photo show all rolled into one.

Key Features of the Experience:

Rock History: Six decades of music’s greatest artists from their lifestyles, key messages and cultural influence on the world told in a non-linear fashion.

The show has eight chapters that center around the ideas of backstage, bands, cars, studios, political messages, hair, fans, and Rolling Stone.

Stunning Visual Archives: Over 1,000+ photos, 200 videos from musical legends, past and present.
Epic Sound: A powerhouse soundtrack of rock, pop, and hip-hop stars.
Rock Star Treatment: Bar, interactive activities and exclusive rock merchandise.
Experience for all ages. It is created for three generations to enjoy — a grandfather, his daughter, and his granddaughter — all will see reference points that each of them know.
Hair and rock & roll, especially at the start, is part of what made the stars and the audience stand out from the rest of society. You can see a pompadour on Elvis, George Harrison, Chris Isaak, and even Justin Bieber.
The show wraps by showcasing every single Rolling Stone cover throughout the publication’s 58-year history. The exhibition includes 1,332 Rolling Stone covers from 1967 to 2024.

The experience unites executive producer Brad Siegel, whose transformative leadership at TNT, TCM and Cartoon Network shaped contemporary media, with three-decade Rolling Stone veteran Jodi Peckman, bringing her iconic visual perspective as Photography and Film Curator working alongside Director of Photography Meghan Benson and former Rolling Stone Executive Editor Joe Levy whose writing and music supervision delivered a transformative story and music experience.  The experience's revolutionary design and visual narrative comes from Pentagram principals Abbott Miller and Emily Oberman, with motion design by Good Company and Oscar-winning Sound Designer Peter Lehman and Supervising Producer Kevin Wagner creating the sonic landscape.

Rolling Stone and Illuminarium’s multi-year licensing partnership will bring immersive, music driven experiences to audiences across multiple markets in the U.S. and internationally. This marks the first entry into an international market.

[less-]
Tags:   Art,  Kids & Family,  Media & Design

Peter Pan

06-01-2025

Presented by Mirvish Productions at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Wed, May 21 @ 1:00 pm Wed, May 21 @ 7:00 pm Thu, May 22 @ 7:00 pm + 13 more dates and times

Fri, May 23 @ 1:00 pm Fri, May 23 @ 7:30 pm Sat, May 24 @ 2:00 pm Sat, May 24 @ 7:30 pm Sun, May 25 @ 2:00 pm Tue, May 27 @ 7:00 pm Wed, May 28 @ 1:00 pm Wed, May 28 @ 7:00 pm Thu, May 29 @ 7:00 pm Fri, May 30 @ 7:30 pm Sat, May 31 @ 2:00 pm Sat, May 31 @ 7:30 pm Sun, Jun 01 @ 2:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is...

[more+]

This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of fairy dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying,” “I Gotta Crow,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland.” PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!

[less-]
Tags:   Stage

Chilliwack

05-22-2025

Presented by Massey Hall at Massey Hall, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Thu, May 22 @ 8:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Chilliwack

Chilliwack

[less-]
Tags:  Music

TEMPERED

05-24-2025

Presented by Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre at The Creative School Chrysalis, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Fri, May 23 @ 8:00 pm Sat, May 24 @ 8:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre presents TEMPERED

TEMPERED features World Premieres by...

[more+]

Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre presents TEMPERED

TEMPERED features World Premieres by Florida-based Peter Chu and Artistic Director, Deborah Lundmark, with audience favourites by Jennifer Archibald, Colin Connor, and Roderick George highlighting the company’s annual home season of cutting-edge contemporary dance.

...simply breathtaking
- Michael Crabb, Dance International​

CCDT can take its place among the ranks of Toronto’s top dance companies.
- Paula Citron, The Globe and Mail

—

May 23 & 24, 8:00pm
The Creative School Chrysalis, Toronto Metropolitan University
43 Gerrard St. East

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Tags:   Stage

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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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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.

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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.

 

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