Christmas markets, fairs, parties and gift-giving events are in full swing around Toronto. Here’s what you can expect around town this weekend.

EVENTS

Home Alone, in concert — Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Roy Thomson Hall

John Hughes’ classic movie “Home Alone” will be screening with a live orchestra performing John Williams’ score of the film, which incorporates classics like “O Holy Night” and “Carol of the Bells.”

All three shows are sold out, according to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra website.

Holiday Fair in Nathan Phillips Square starts Saturday

From artisanal vendors to performances, to skating and rides, the Holiday Fair in the Square has festive fun for everyone.

This weekend, Santa will be on-site 12 p.m.-8 p.m. for pictures. Festive Cheer Carolers will sing 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Admission is free.

Toronto Christmas Market, all weekend at the Distillery District

Shop, dine, and explore the Christmas Marketplace throughout the month of December. Admission is charged on weekends beginning at 6 p.m. on Fridays. It’s free during the week.

Etobicoke Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade, 10 a.m.-noon, Lakeshore Boulevard West, 1st Street to 35th Street

Billed as one of Canada’s largest community parades, the 29th annual edition is expected to draw upwards of 60,000 people.

Hygge Holiday Market, Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at stackt at 28 Bathurst St.

A holiday market for the sustainable shopper. Treat yourself to a complimentary mediation session, or sit in on group discussions for tips on how to navigate the holiday’s mindfully. Free admission, but requires registration.

Fan Expo Holiday Market, Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Metro Convention Centre

A one-day shopping extravaganza featuring local retailers, artists, makers and creators. Dress up or take a picture with your favourite cosplayers. Professional comic artists will also be available for commissioned artwork. Admission: $10

Sketch Holiday Marketplace, Saturday, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. at 180 Shaw St., lower level studio

A community organizer for emerging artists aged 16-29 will be holding their fine arts sale this weekend. Free admission.

Tranzac Holiday Gift Fair, Saturday and Sunday, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. at 292 Brunswick Ave.

Looking to give back to local artists in the city? Pick up some handcrafted gifts created by local artisans. New vendors will be at the fair each day, and you can grab a pint just down the hall at the Southern Cross. Free admission.

Parkdale Flea Holiday Market, Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at 1605 Queen St. W.

Parkdale’s flea market is pet-friendly and will bring together plenty of vendors this weekend. Free admission.

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Hosted by The Down syndrome Association of Toronto, for kids up to 12 years old, at this indoor playground party will feature mini golf, an arcade zone and more. The playground also includes tube slides and a gated toddler area. Price: $5

Evergreen’s Winter Village, Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 550 Bayview Ave.

Bring your skates, or shop local goods at the holiday market at Evergreen Brickw Works. Open every weekend until Dec. 22. Free admission.

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TTC CLOSURES

There will be no subway service on Line 1 between Sheppard-Yonge and St. Clair stations on Saturday and Sunday for signal system installation. Shuttle buses will run between the stations.

The 506 Carlton streetcar will be detouring to make way for track repair, with service not running on Gerrard Street East between Broadview Avenue and Parliament Street. Detours going west will run on Dundas Street East instead, while those going east will run on Queen Street East. The detours will start Saturday and run until Monday.

Southbound detours will also continue until Friday on the 51 Leslie bus. Instead of running on Sheppard Avenue East, it’ll run on Esther Shiner Boulevard and through North York General Hospital grounds before getting back on route.

Months-long detours on the 98C Willowdale-Senlac bus and the 109C Ranee are finally expected to end after Friday.

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ROAD CLOSURES

On Saturday there will be closures between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Dwight Avenue, Birmingham Street and Second Street to make room for the Etobicoke Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade. More details here.

Mill Street is closed between Cherry and Parliament streets because of the Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District. Trinity Street is also closed through Front Street East and Mill Street. The closures will last all weekend.

With files from Miriam Lafontaine