Exciting Events Happening in Riverside This Holiday Season

With the Riverside Holiday Market in the books and the Riverside Window Wonderland in full swing, Riverside is officially in the holiday season! 

Aside from programming by the Riverside BIA, there are also events by local businesses and organizations that you can participate in and get into the festive spirit.

Check out these holiday happenings in the neighbourhood this season:

Photo credit: Eastbound Brewing Company

Feastbound Annual Christmas Dinner 2025

Date & Time: Thursday, November 27th | Starts at 6:30pm
Location: Eastbound Brewing Company (700 Queen St E)

It’s that magical time of year when Sam and Dave come together once again with the 2025 edition of the Sam & Dave Series Christmas beer. Last chance to get your tickets for Feastbound (TODAY!) and be one of the first to try “A Little Wit of Good for the Holidays” Imperial Wit. Each ticket includes a welcome drink and a four-course dinner, with the main course being paired with this year’s special release. Get your tickets HERE.

Photo credit: Eastbound Brewing Company

Holiday Needle Felting Workshop

Date & Time: Sunday, November 30th | 3pm-5:30pm
Location: Eastbound Brewing Company (700 Queen St E)

Get into the holiday spirit with a cozy, creative afternoon of needle felting your own Christmas ornaments! Whether you’re looking to make a one-of-a-kind gift or simply want to try something new, this workshop is the perfect way to relax, create and connect. Check out @eastboundbeer on Instagram for the event link.

Riverside Antler Breakfast

Date & Time: Friday, December 12th | 8am-10am
Location: 2nd Level, Ralph Thornton Community Centre (765 Queen St E)

With every ticket to this fundraiser, you get to partake in a delicious buffet breakfast, enjoy festive entertainment, and get a chance to bid on items from local businesses in the silent auction. This year’s beneficiaries are Fontbonne Ministries at Mustard Seed and the Ralph Thornton Community Centre. Get your tickets to Riverside Antler Breakfast HERE.

Photo credit: Amber Kitchen and Coffee

Amber Christmas Craft Night

Date & Time: Saturday, December 13th | 6:30pm-9pm
Location: Amber Kitchen and Coffee (4 Boulton Ave)

Two workshops in one night! Choose your activity: decorate ginger cookies made in-house at Amber OR create your own Christmas wreath or table centerpiece. Both workshops include an appetizer buffet and a non-alcoholic drink of your choice. DM @amberkitchento to reserve your slot.

Winter Craft

Date & Time: Saturday, December 20th | 2pm-3pm
Location: Toronto Public Library Queen/Saulter Branch

Bring your little ones to the Toronto Public Library Queen/Saulter Branch for an hour of fun holiday-themed arts and crafts. All craft supplies will be provided. The appropriate audience is pre-school and school-age children. Click HERE to see more programs happening at TPL Queen/Saulter.

Photo credit: The Broadview Hotel

Warm Welcome Winter Package

Promo Period: November 13th – January 4th

Location: The Broadview Hotel (106 Broadview Ave)

The Broadview Hotel’s Warm Welcome package comes with everything you need for a cozy city retreat as the weather cools. Aside from the best available rate, you also get winter cocktails to enjoy on The Rooftop, tickets to The Distillery Winter Village and MORE! Book the Warm Welcome Winter Package HERE.

Check out @riverside_bia on Instagram and the Riverside Blog for regular updates on exciting happenings in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood!

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