It’s that time of year again! No, not Labour day. It’s TIFF time. And you know what that means: celebrity sightings galore. Usually our beautiful Toronto metropolis is an awkward teenager just trying to fit in, but the city’s practically blushing with anticipation as our annual close up nears. With all these exclusive parties, post-premiere events, and of course, attractive attendees, Toronto will undoubtedly be catapulted to cool kid status – at least for ten days.
Here’s Vv Magazine’s guide to all the TIFF parties you need to know about this year – some open to the public, some with ticket prices larger than your rent and some exclusive VIP parties.
TIFF Soiree
Sept. 9, 2015
Kicking off the annual Toronto Film Festival in style is the TIFF Soirée celebration: Academy Award–winning actor Natalie Portman will give an intimate onstage conversation about her life and career. In addition to this special onstage conversation, guests can enjoy a spectacular party with cocktails, appetizers, and live musical entertainment.
Location: The TIFF Bell Lightbox
Private Event
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AMBI Gala Supporting Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation
Sept. 9, 2015
It’s the hottest (and priciest) ticket in town being thrown by chairs of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation Heidi Klum and James Franco. Prince Albert and Princess Charlene will be present as well as some of Hollywood’s biggest names. Hosted by Martin Short with a special performance by Diana Ross, the night promises to be one of the best parties of the year.
Location: The Four Seasons
Private Event
Breitling, Birks and Shangri-La Celebrate TIFF
Sept. 9, 2015
In a special celebration to celebrate the Toronto Film Festival’s 40th year and the Shangri-La’s third birthday, Maison Birks and the Breitling Jet Team are teaming up to throw a fabulous bash. Titled “it’s time to celebrate”, the evening is expected to be quite fabulous.
Location: Shangri-La Hotel
Private Event
10th Annual Canadian Filmmakers’ Party
Sept 9, 2015
It’s a kick off event like no other and this year they celebrate 10 years. Held at the Spoke Club, this is Canadian film and media getting together to celebrate Canada’s success in the film industry. Hosted by Ben Mulroney, Zoie Palmer and Jason Priestley, the always fabulous event promises to be an unforgettable evening to kick off forty years of TIFF.
Location: The Spoke Club
Private Event
Toronto Life Best Dressed
Sept. 10, 2015
It’s TIFF’s most fashionable annual event where Toronto Life releases their Stylebook and honours our city’s most stylish people. Attended by the city’s most fashionable and VIP people, it’s an event nobody wants to miss.
Location: The Trump Hotel
Private Event
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Mongrel House Opening Night Party
Sept. 10, 2015
Mongrel Media has a slew of TIFF films and they want to celebrate! Hosting a VIP event on TIFF opening day, the Canadian distribution company is turning heads with their special Mongrel House being activated through the film festival. The house is guaranteed to be packed with VIPs as they celebrate some of TIFF’s biggest films.
Location: Mongrel House
Private Event
LA Times Headquarters at The Addisons Residence
Sept. 10-15, 2015
In true Beverly Hills private residence style, the Addisons Residence will be hosting celebrities throughout the week as the LA Times set up shop at Wellington St.’s latest hot spot. Set up as a daytime lounge ideal spot for interviews with the actors, the LA Times will no doubt feel very at home. The Addisons will be open some evenings for visitors to catch up on the excitement of the festival, and will be closed for some private parties. Check their social media for more details.
Location: The Addisons Residence
Private Event
TIFF At The Drake Hotel*
Sept. 10, 2015
Back by popular demand, brave party-goers can get inked with FREE not-so-temporary tattoos by Speakeasy Tattoo in Room 222, while Pinky’s Nails will provide custom nail art and mini-manicures for patrons wanting pampering. From body art to art installations, Krystle Tabujara debuts the Sound of Cinema, a décor installation inspired by music in film.
Location: The Drake Hotel
Open to Public
TIFF At Drake One-Fifty*
Sept. 10, 2015
This party brings the flagship’s Parkdale vibe to TIFF-goers downtown. The party moves inside for the 2nd Annual Grolsch Open House After-Party at Drake One Fifty from 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. Oldies 990 bring their big band sound to the party, followed by headliners Brendan Canning & Friends, a collaboration between the Broken Social Scene alum and fellow stars of the Canadian music scene.
Location: Drake One-Fifty
Open to Public
*the party will continue at The Drake One-Fifty on September 11 & 12, as they bring fun musical acts, art installations, and food and drink to the festival.
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Nikki Beach Toronto
Sept. 10 – 13, 2015
Nikki Beach will hit the scene at the 40th annual Toronto International Film Festival at this prestigious venue located on King Street West in the heart of downtown Toronto. For the 7th consecutive year, Nikki Beach will provide industry elite, journalists and film lovers alike with an elegant and welcoming alternative to dine, unwind, relax and celebrate during the Festival.
Location: The Spoke Club
Private Event
Festival Street: Where Cinema Meets The Sidewalk
Sept. 10 – 13, 2015
King Street West between Peter and University Streets will be closed to vehicular traffic and transformed into a pedestrian paradise with interactive installations, free for all to enjoy.
Location: King Street West
Open to Public
The Producers Ball
Sept. 11, 2015
The annual Producers Ball, which typically sees a wide-range of Canadian talent and industry folk, will once again be hosted by those good-looking bros (a.k.a. the Property Brothers) on the eve of TIFF 2014.
Location: Royal Ontario Museum
Private Event
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Grey Goose Soho House
Various Dates
The closed-lipped celebrations that everyone dies to get into during TIFF are once again a la mode as Grey Goose and Soho House present about 10 film premiere after parties during this year’s festival. These events typically have the greatest star power, FYI.
Location: Soho House Toronto
Private Event
TIFF Red-Carpet Ready Event
Sept. 11 – 13, 2015
This one’s not technically a party, but it’ll definitely get you looking party-ready! In honour of the Toronto International Film Festival, Spa My Blend by Clarins at The Ritz-Carlton invites you to attend their unique Red Carpet Ready event which includes: Personalized Skin Analysis, Make-up Application, Hair Styling, Professional Runway Photo, and an Exclusive Gift with Purchase!
Location: The Ritz-Carlton
Open to Public
Artists for Peace & Justice Gala
Sept. 13, 2015
This year, they are honouring their Advisory Board Member Susan Sarandon at the Sixth Annual Artists for Peace and Justice Festival Gala. She will be joining the already announced co-hosts Jane Fonda, Helen Mirren, Paul Haggis, Pascal Raffy and George Strombolopolous.
Location: Casa Loma
Private Event
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CFC BBQ
September 13, 2015
The Canadian Film Centre throws an annual BBQ to honour Canadian film and raise funds to keep it going strong. One of the best parties during TIFF, the BBQ features the who’s who of Canadian film, media, and VIPs.
Location: CFC
Private Event
Festival Music House 2-Day Festival
Sept. 13 – 14, 2015
The annual Festival Music House showcase of Canadian talent for visiting filmmakers during TIFF goes down again at Adelaide Hall. This year it features the likes of Kid Koala, Half Moon Run, Keys N Krates, Barenaked Ladies, and Dear Rouge.
Location: Adelaide Hall
Private Event
Raindance TIFF Industry Party
Sept. 14, 2015
As the voice of independent film, Raindance is the diverse group of independent producers, directors, actors, writers, cine-philes and cine-fans who make up the world-wide Raindance tribe and share an independent spirit. Party with VIPs, executives, and people who want to network while they have fun.
Location: SET on King
Exclusive to Raindance Members and TIFF industry pass-holders
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Canadian Cinema Editor’s Party
Sept. 15, 2015
Join the Canadian Cinema Editors for their Annual TIFF at the Gladstone Hotel Ballroom with chances to win products from Avid Technology and Blackmagic Design. CCE members will enjoy a free drink and some delicious nibbles will be provided, all while DJ Earl Gray, spins rock n roll from 4 decades and multiple genres.
Location: The Gladstone Hotel
Private Event
Birks Diamond Tribute to the Year’s Women in Film
Sept. 15, 2015
For the third year in a row, Birks will honour nine Canadian women directors and actors, in partnership with Telefilm Canada. The winners are chosen by a pan-Canadian selection committee of film and entertainment journalists and will be celebrated at this very special Birks fete.
Location: Shangri-La Hotel
Private Event
Women in Film & Television TIFF Reception
Sept. 15, 2015
Red carpet, MAC cosmetic pop-up lounge, special guests, delectable eatables, and additional surprises—need we say more? Come and enjoy a night celebrating women who work on and off screen in the industry.
Location: TBA
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Sharp Magazine BFM F/W 2015 Launch Party
Sept. 17, 2015
The Fall/Winter 2015 issue of Sharp Magazine’s Book for Men will be launching on September 17 at the Design Exchange. Always fabulous and well-attended, think of the BFM launch party as a luxury showcase of men’s interests.
Location: The Design Exchange
Private Event
Eligible Magazine TIFF Bachelor Party
September 18th, 2015
While there’s nothing official about it, the TIFF Bachelor Party is as good an excuse as any for die-hard fans of the show to rub elbows with the stars of The Bachelor/Bachelorette series and the Bachelor In Paradise series! Meet Jared Haibon, Mikey Tenerelli, Tenley Molzhan and Chris Bukowski.
Location: Everleigh Night Club
Open to Public
Keep this page close as we’ll be adding more parties as we hear of them! Good luck, film-lovers, and party on!
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