BUZZ Picks is an eclectic listing of events occurring throughout southwestern Ontario. From art gallery and museum shows to drag shows, from culture to sub-culture, from low-brow to high-brow… it's all in BUZZPICKS.
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theBUZZ team picks the best LGBTQ events from across the GTA… and beyond!
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January 16, 2026 at 8:00pm
Classic Albums Live - The Beatles - The Blue Album
at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St., Toronto
Get ready to experience rock’s greatest albums like never before with Classic Albums Live! Featuring a powerhouse lineup of A-list musicians from across the country, these unforgettable classics are brought to life exactly as you remember them — note for note, cut for cut.
https://masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/cal-the-beatles-the-blue-album
January 16, 2026 at 8:00pm
Drum Tao
at Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St., Toronto
DRUM TAO’s stage is created through phenomenal performances and expressions consisting of incomparable “Wadaiko-drums” and the beautiful melody of Japanese flutes and harps.
https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com/tickets/drum-tao/
January 16, 2026 at 8:00pm
Sohrab Pakzad
at Meridian Hall, 1 Front St., Toronto
Sohrab Pakzad is one of the most renowned and beloved figures in Iranian pop music. This tour promises to bring a new wave of energy, excitement, and love for Iranian music to audiences around the world. Known for his powerful performances and vibrant stage presence, Pakzad has captivated fans internationally.
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
January 17, 2026 at 8:00pm - 11:00pm
The Musical Box performs Genesis Live
at Oakville Centre For Performing Arts, 130 Navy St., Oakville
THE MUSICAL BOX, internationally renowned for its zeal and historical accuracy, will present the original 1973 performance of this live album in painstaking detail, and give the audience an evening of time travel.
https://secure1.tixhub.com/oakville/online/index.asp
January 18, 2026 at 3:00pm
Gabriela Montero
at Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St. W., Toronto
The concert will be an exploration of the westward migration of Eastern European composers to Los Angeles for work in the film industry, coupled with the delight and buoyancy of Gabriela Montero’s classical improvisations for which she is famous, this time accompanying Charlie Chaplin’s film The Immigrant.
https://www.rcmusic.com/
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January 23, 2026 at 7:30pm
The Fellowship of the Ring - In Concert
at Meridian Hall, 1 Front St., Toronto
Join the FILMharmonic Orchestra and Choir for a thrilling journey back to Middle-earth and experience ACADEMY AWARD®-winning Composer Howard Shore's epic score performed live to the motion picture in HD!
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-toronto-ontario-01-23-2026/event/10006231B71722DD
January 23, 2026 at 8:00pm
Blue Rodeo "Lost Together" 40th Anniversary Tour
at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St., Toronto
January 23 and 24
Blue Rodeo's "Lost Together - The 40th Anniversary Tour" is a 2025-2026 Canadian tour celebrating four decades of music, with dates scheduled across Canada through early 2026
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
January 24, 2026 at 8:00pm
Blue Rodeo "Lost Together" 40th Anniversary Tour
at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St., Toronto
January 23 and 24
Blue Rodeo's "Lost Together - The 40th Anniversary Tour" is a 2025-2026 Canadian tour celebrating four decades of music, with dates scheduled across Canada through early 2026
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
January 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Spiritual Circle
at Club 717, 717 Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa
Monthly Spiritual Circle — Everyone Welcome
In partnership with Durham Alliance Outreach, Pride Durham, and Club 717
Hosted by Glenn
Last Sunday of each month | 2:00–4:00 PM
Discover a warm, grounding space where spirituality, community, and personal exploration come together. Our monthly Spiritual Circle invites people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences to gather, reflect, and explore their faith in an inclusive and supportive environment.
https://www.club717.com/
January 25, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
TICOT Charity Drag Brunch
at The Well, 487 Church St., Toronto
Open Stage Drag Brunch for Charity
Hosted by:
Emperor David Valois
Empress Rachelle Valois
Funds raised in support of Reign 39 Charities:
PWA FOOD ESSENTIALS MARKET
DURHAM ALLIANCE OUTREACH FOOD PANTRY
FRIENDS OF RUBY
This is an open stage where all tips to all performers are donated to the TICOT charities.
https://www.theimperialcourtoftoronto.com/
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January 29, 2026 at 8:00pm - 11:59pm
Karaoke
at Club 717, 717 Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa
Every Thursday. No cover.
Whether you're an award winning vocalist, a show-tune afficionado, or just enjoy a great time, with great music, and great friends, this karaoke night is for you!
https://www.club717.com/
January 30, 2026 at 12:00am
Toronto Golf and Travel Show
at International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga
Tee off at the Toronto Golf & Travel Show, with a number of exhibitors featuring golf equipment, golf courses, all-inclusive golf vacations and travel options, top manufactures on the demo range and onsite lessons, it's the pre-season destination for lovers of the game.
January 30 to February 1
Friday - Noon to 7pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 10am to 4pm
https://www.torontogolfshow.com/tickets/
January 31, 2026 at 8:00pm
Searching For Goya
at Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St. W., Toronto
Choreographed by Bessie Award-winning principal dancer Soledad Barrio and artistic director Martín Santangelo, the extraordinary paintings of Francisco de Goya are brought to life through the language of flamenco dance, vocals, and guitar.
https://www.rcmusic.com/
January 31, 2026 at 12:00am
Toronto Golf and Travel Show
at International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga
Tee off at the Toronto Golf & Travel Show, with a number of exhibitors featuring golf equipment, golf courses, all-inclusive golf vacations and travel options, top manufactures on the demo range and onsite lessons, it's the pre-season destination for lovers of the game.
January 30 to February 1
Friday - Noon to 7pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 10am to 4pm
https://www.torontogolfshow.com/tickets/
January 31, 2026 at 8:00pm
Classic Albums Live - Led Zeppelin: IV
at The Rose Theatre, 1 Theatre Lane, Brampton
Classic Albums Live performs LED ZEPPELIN: IV with stunning
accuracy and raw power. From the iconic opening of Black Dog to the epic rise of Stairway to Heaven, every track is played note for note, cut for cut. No gimmicks, just world-class musicians bringing a legendary album to life.
https://tickets.brampton.ca/Online/default.asp?
February 1, 2026 at 12:00am
Toronto Golf and Travel Show
at International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga
Tee off at the Toronto Golf & Travel Show, with a number of exhibitors featuring golf equipment, golf courses, all-inclusive golf vacations and travel options, top manufactures on the demo range and onsite lessons, it's the pre-season destination for lovers of the game.
January 30 to February 1
Friday - Noon to 7pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 10am to 4pm
https://www.torontogolfshow.com/tickets/
Sorry, no events listed for Monday.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:00pm
Swan Lake - International Stars
at Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga
For one unforgettable evening, Swan Lake will sweep you into a realm of passion, elegance, and timeless beauty. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to witness a breathtaking production that blends extraordinary talent, stunning visuals, and deep emotion.
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/
February 5, 2026 at 8:00pm - 11:59pm
Karaoke
at Club 717, 717 Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa
Every Thursday. No cover.
Whether you're an award winning vocalist, a show-tune afficionado, or just enjoy a great time, with great music, and great friends, this karaoke night is for you!
https://www.club717.com/
February 6, 2026 at 8:00pm
Classic Albums Live: Led Zeppelin - Houses of the Holy
at Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St., Toronto
Get ready to experience rock’s greatest albums like never before with Classic Albums Live! Featuring a powerhouse lineup of A-list musicians from across the country, these unforgettable classics are brought to life exactly as you remember them — note for note, cut for cut.
Released in 1973, Houses of the Holy is Led Zeppelin’s fifth studio album and a bold departure from their heavy blues-rock roots.
https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com/tickets/
Sorry, no events listed for Saturday.
February 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Sunday Gayme Brew
at Steadfast Brewing Co., 234 Lansdowne Ave., Toronto
This is an opportunity to meet up for some LGBTQ2IA-flavoured gaming and socializing—allies also welcome. Come for the gaming, socializing, not to mention the draft and grub! Be sure to invite friends and such, too.
Although Fred, your amiable host, starts the event at 3pm, feel free to drop in when you are able, Steadfast opens at Noon!
You'll have access to a robust library of board games, and attendees are welcome to bring their own games.
There is no event fee. Instead they ask attendees to purchase beverages or food from the venue.
https://www.torontogaymers.com/
February 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
TICOT Charity Bingo
at Flash On Church, 463 Church St., Toronto
This weeks host:
Miss Trillium 2025 Kali Kontour Shade
Proceeds to Reign 39 Charities of Choice:
PWA FOOD ESSENTIALS MARKET
DURHAM ALLIANCE OUTREACH FOOD PANTRY
FRIENDS OF RUBY
https://www.theimperialcourtoftoronto.com/





