Event Dates
From: Thursday, October 31, 2024
To: Thursday, October 31, 2024
Celebrate Halloween at one of the biggest Block parties in Canada and continue the party at the special events in the bars and clubs along Church Street.
The Church Wellesley Village is thrilled to present ‘Halloween on Church Street. Watch as The Village transforms into the city’s most wicked street party on Halloween night, October 31st.
- Toronto’s gay village can fill up fast, especially during big events and holidays. It is a 5 minute drive from downtown, where you will find some great hotels available just a short taxi ride away.
The Party
- The pedestrian-only boulevard opens up at 6:30PM and, almost instantly, the wave of Halloween-dressed revelers begins.
- Expect thousands of people filling up six blocks along Church Street (Wood Street to Gloucester Street).
- Be tricked by the unbelievable characters. Be treated to the next-level costumes. Halloween on Church promises to be one scary good time! Plus, it’s all FREE.
- Stay close to all the events at the Anndore House, a “Fabulous” rated 4-star hotel with large rooms and just steps from the city’s nightlife.
Toronto Halloween Circuit Parties
Grab your friends, grab your costume and grab a spot in the action. The Village shops, cafés and bars will be bumping all night long.
- Prism Halloween Circuit Event – Toronto’s leading circuit event returns to Coda Club.
- Pitbull Halloween Toronto – Montreal’s Pitbull club pays a visit to Toronto at the Phoenix Concert Theatre.
Popular Gay Toronto Venues during Halloween
- The Church-Wellesley Village (often referred to as “The Village”): Located at the intersection of Church and Wellesley Streets, this is Toronto’s primary gay neighborhood. Over the years, it has been a symbol of the LGBTQ+ community in Toronto. The Village is home to many gay-friendly businesses, restaurants, clubs, and bars.
- Woody’s: This is arguably the most famous gay bar in Toronto. Woody’s has multiple rooms with different vibes and events. It’s well-known for its drag shows, Best Chest and Best Butt contests, and it often features on popular media referencing the Toronto gay scene.
- Buddies In Bad Times Theatre: Not just a bar, but also a theatre that champions LGBTQ+ stories. On weekends, it turns into a club with DJs and dancing.
- Crews & Tangos: Located in the heart of The Village, it’s popular for its drag shows and dance parties. There are multiple rooms with different music to cater to various tastes.
- The Black Eagle: A leather and fetish bar that has a more niche appeal compared to some other gay bars. It’s a favorite amongst the bear and leather communities.
- Pegasus Bar: Located on Church Street, it’s a relaxed spot with pool tables, video games, and TVs. They often have themed trivia nights and other events.
- Glad Day Bookshop: The world’s oldest LGBTQ+ bookstore, and now also a bar and restaurant. A unique spot where you can grab a book, have a meal, and enjoy a drink.
- O’Grady’s: A lovely spot on Church Street where you can grab a meal on their patio. It’s more relaxed than some of the clubs but still very much a part of the gay scene. Hosts a fun drag show and with a late kitchen.
Where to stay in Toronto for Halloween?
- Getting around in Toronto is easy there is a good metro and lots of taxis so you can choose from lots of hotels, but if you want to be close to the Halloween party and the gay bars and shops, remember there are two gay areas in Toronto the first being around Church Street, and the second being around Ossington Ave.
- Church Street Hotels, Best Western, Courtyard by Marriott,
- Ossington Ave Hotels, Gladstone Hotel, The Drake Hotel, Hotel Ocho Hyatt Regency.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Intercontinental is in the
heart of the city, close to the gay village.
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The Gay Village, or “The Village” as the locals call it, is a predominantly gay neighbourhood nestled within Toronto’s downtown core. Centred at the intersection of Church and Wellesley Streets, the area is packed with cafés, restaurants, gay-oriented shops and a vast array of hot bars and nightspots.
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