Strong winds and colder temperatures usually mean staying indoors and hiding from Old Man Winter — but trust us, Toronto can be a magical place during this time of year, especially for art and design lovers. 

Give the SAD lamps a break, pop your daily dose of vitamin D and don’t let the cold keep you inside — check out these city-wide art and design events and experiences taking over Toronto this winter.

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1. COME UP TO MY ROOM

Jan. 16, 2020 – Jan. 19, 2020

Jump into the new year with one of the city’s most immersive art and design events (and a personal fave of own!) Come Up To My Room (CUTMR) is the Gladstone’s annual art and design exhibition, transforming the entire hotel with installations for four days only! 

#CUTMR2020 features more than 24 projects throughout the hotel’s galleries and public spaces. Buy your CUTMR2020 ticket here!

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2. DesignTO 

Jan. 16, 2020 – Jan. 26th, 2020

Kick off Design Week in the city with Canada’s largest celebration and festival of design. Check out 100+ exhibitions and events all over Toronto celebrating contemporary culture and the design community. Showcasing both established and emerging designers and artists, DesignTO creates accessible programs for all design lovers to enjoy.

Plan your festival week here. 

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3. Toronto’s Interior Design Show (IDS)

Jan. 16, 2020 – Jan. 19, 2020

Looking for inspiration for your own space? Curious about the latest trends? Interested in how design can be a tool for change? The Interior Design Show (IDS) is the place to be. Showcasing new projects, brands and installations from Canada and abroad, IDS focuses on conversations and ideas about the future of interior design.

Learn more about the show here. 

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4. Shop Local Art and Design at GH Marketplace

Need to find the perfect handmade gift? Looking for a new piece of art for your home? Want to try natural self-care products? GH Marketplace is the place for you! Our curated shopping experience highlights local artists, designers, entrepreneurs, artisanal producers, and creative collectives,  

Upcoming markets include the Love Design Market on January 19 as part of Come Up To My Room and the Wellness Market on February 9th. Find out more about GH Marketplace here.

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5. Stay in an Artist-designed Hotel Room!

With so much to do in Toronto this winter, you’ll want to stay a few days! Or treat yourself to a staycation and explore the city. A stay in one of our artist-designed hotel rooms is like staying in your own private exhibition. Every hotel room represents a different artist’s vision – from sophisticated modern to pop-culture cool to historical chic, making no two stays the same! 

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