If you call yourself a comedy fan, this is absolutely your festival—42 shows of world-class, word-renowned comedians for ten days in the Queen City. There'll be someone for everyone to laugh with (or at)—Seth Myers, Wanda Sykes, Lena Dunham, Doug Benson, Nick Offerman, Ron Funches, and Mike Birbiglia, to name a few. More names are added every day, and surprise sets will pop up during the festival as well.

For his latest project, Andrew Hunter, the Art Gallery of Ontario's curator of Canadian art, has culled over 100 works by Canadian veteran and artist Alex Colville. Colville's work—deeply intimate, at times tense and troubled—includes such pieces as Horse and Train and Man on Verandah 1953; and Target Pistol and Man, 1980. Colville was a Toronto native and veteran of the Second World War; the latter often tints his subjects in a macabre manner. His works are on display now until January 4th of next year.

Before they're unleashed upon the rest of world, the hottest films of the year stop in Toronto from September 4th to the 14th. More than 300 films from over 60 countries show—from pieces of art house from the giants of the scene to emerging young talent and local whiz kids. Take part in post-screening discussions and debates, stroll down the illuminated red carpet, catch a couple local bands on King Street, or simply grab a bag of popcorn and take a chance!

Sample authentic Hellenic food and culture at Taste of Danforth in GreekTown. One of Toronto's signature events. This popular festival features delicious food, live music and enough fun to draw over a million visitors each year.

Enjoy pulsating, rhythmic music, colorful exhibitions and plenty of delicious fare at the 46th Annual Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto. Formerly known as Caribana, this popular three-week celebration is the largest of its kind in all of North America.

Watch premier IndyCar drivers zip through city streets at Honda Indy Toronto, IndyCar's second-longest running street race. This year's event features plenty of high-octane action that's sure to get your pulse racing.

Enjoy an evening of music and cinema at Open Roof Festival featuring a summer of rooftop entertainment. One Toronto's most popular warm-weather events, this nonprofit festival helps fund Canada's independent music and film production communities.

June is gay pride month and Toronto celebrates WorldPride 2014 with parades, parties, music, art and queer culture. Happening June 20 - 29, the festival kicks off with a concert by Melissa Etheridge at Nathan Phillips Square, followed by 10 days of events, including the Pride Parade, Streetfaire and AQUA, the hottest dance party on the planet. The streets and parks of downtown will be transformed into a spectacular party with people from around the world coming together to celebrate diversity and courage. Book the Pride Package at The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel and be part of this monumental world event.

The Forbidden City: Inside the Court of China\'s Emperors at the Royal Museum of Ontario, features ancient artifacts that once belonged to the great emperors of China. Many of the objects date back to the city\'s construction in the early 15th century.

The fashion world looks to Toronto as designers unveil their latest collections for the upcoming seasons. The event showcases Canadian talent while giving Canadians their first look at the latest global fashions.

Watch the dazzling sights and sounds of Cirque Du Soleil\'s Varekai. Picking up where the Greek tale left off, this whimsical production reimagines what happens to Icarus after flying too close to the sun. Read more in our latest blog post.

Spend time outdoors this winter at Toronto\'s most scenic ice rink on Lake Ontario. Natrel Rink allows skaters to glide around the rink and visit rink-side restaurant Lakeside Local Bar & Grill for gourmet coffee and delicious food.

Experience the magic and music of Swan Lake performed by the National Ballet of Canada at Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts in Toronto in Nov. 2013.

Celebrate the season at Holiday Magic in Toronto and see the Bloor-Yorkville neighborhood transformed into a holiday wonderland. Toronto's most fashionable shopping district, Bloor-Yorkville is a festive scene with glistening holiday magic!

Foodies and wine lovers will enjoy a feast for the senses at the Gourmet Food & Wine Expo at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. A chic cocktail party mixed with hands-on learning activities!

Get in to the holiday spirit the annual Santa Claus Parade in downtown Toronto. this Sunday. The 109th annual Santa Claus Parade will light up downtown with colorful floats, marching bands, celebrity clowns, and jolly old St. Nick!

Head out to the Walk of Fame in Toronto, Canada for a burst of local culture from September 19 through the 21st. Canada's biggest icons will take the stage to entertain crowds and celebrate the country's many contributions to pop culture.

The Toronto International Film Festival is the biggest, most renowned of its kind in North America. Every September, the streets around our hotel fill with stars, as the year's greatest films from around the world are screened to audiences. Catch your favorite stars on the red carpet, be the first to see their new movies, and stay in style in the middle of it all at The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel.

The Toronto Caribbean Carnival is a three week celebration of Caribbean traditions and culture held every summer in the heart of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Over a million visitors attend the annual event that features live music, mouthwatering Caribbean food, colorful art displays and live shows that highlight the Caribbean lifestyle.

Celebrating 25 years of new theater, art and music, the Toronto Fringe Festival is Canada's most spectacular cultural events. A stepping stone for the most creative and emerging artists, Toronto Fringe Festival features 150 shows in 35 venues, including live music, new plays, video and film and family shows. Experience art in unique urban spaces, enjoy experimental theater, and dance at the Fringe Club with live music and visual art on the streets of Toronto.