Toronto Comes Alive: Comicon & a Burst of Spring Events

As the first full day of spring approaches this Saturday, Toronto is buzzing with exciting events to shake off the winter chill. From the highly anticipated return of Comicon to vibrant festivals and thrilling sports tournaments, there’s something for everyone this weekend. However, be sure to plan your commute, as there are scheduled subway closures and GO Transit service adjustments.

Comicon Returns to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre

Get ready to geek out! Comicon is back at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, bringing with it a stellar lineup of your favourite actors, gaming stars, and cosplayers. This year’s event promises celebrity Q&As, autograph sessions, live Dungeons & Dragons gameplay, a vibrant anime scene, and a treasure trove of comics. You can find a complete schedule of events and attractions on the Comicon website. Tickets are still available, so don’t miss out!

Spring Blooms at Stackt Market

Welcome spring with a week-long festival at Stackt Market! This family-friendly event features kid-friendly workshops, DIY activities, a vendor market showcasing local artisans, live performances for all ages, and delicious spring-inspired food and beverages. The festival runs daily from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. through Sunday. Check out the full event list on their website.

Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament

Witness the incredible skill and determination at the Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament, taking place this weekend at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. This is the largest event in the world for Blind Hockey and has been instrumental in growing the sport. The tournament features divisions for children, youth, low vision, development, open, masters, and select players. Admission is free! Find all the details on the Blind Hockey Canada website.

Toronto Short Film Festival Showcases Emerging Talent

The 12th annual Toronto Short Film Festival is screening over 100 short films this weekend at Paradise on Bloor Theatre. Discover the art of short filmmaking over four evenings. Tickets are expected to sell out, so purchase yours in advance here. Filmmakers will also be celebrating at The Ambassador Tavern.

Important Transit Updates

• Line 1 Weekend Closure: No subway service between St Clair West and St Andrew stations from Friday, March 20, 11:59 p.m. to Sunday, March 22. Shuttle buses will operate between St Clair West and St George stations.
• Lakeshore West GO Service Adjustments: No GO Transit service at Appleby, Bronte, Port Credit, Long Branch, Mimico, or Exhibition GO on March 21 and 22. Bus replacements will be in effect.

For more detailed transit information, visit the GO Transit website.

Other News

In other news, a stretch of the westbound Gardiner Expressway remains reduced to three lanes from Park Lawn Road to Grand Avenue. Also, martial arts legend Chuck Norris has passed away at the age of 82.