The Toronto Burlesque Festival is an artist-led, non-profit cultural attraction and one of Canada’s premier live performance festivals. We present an electrifying line-up of burlesque, cabaret, and circus artistry from Toronto, across Canada, and around the globe.
We are committed to showcasing world-class artistry while creating inclusive spaces where diverse perspectives and lived experiences are celebrated.
In 2025, the festival returns November 13–16 to Buddies in Bad Times Theatre (12 Alexander St) — a queer cultural landmark and cornerstone of Toronto’s LGBTQ2S+ arts scene. Whether you’re a seasoned burlesque aficionado or attending for the first time, our fierce, fabulous, and unapologetic line-up is not to be missed.
Dates & Hours of Operation – 2025 Festival
Thursday, November 13 – Creatures of the Night (Opening Night Cocktail Reception)
● Tallulah’s Lounge Doors Open: 6:00 PM
● Cocktail Reception: 6:00–7:30 PM (Media, Performers, VIPs & Invited Guests)
● Chamber Space Doors Open: 7:30 PM
● Live Show: 8:00–10:00 PM
Friday, November 14 – Love at First Bite (Pre-Show Vendor’s Market & Show)
● Tallulah’s Lounge Doors Open: 6:00 PM
● Vendor’s Market & Schmoozing: 6:00–7:30 PM
● Chamber Space Doors Open: 7:30 PM
● Live Show: 8:00–10:30 PM
Saturday, November 15 – Deadly Nightshades (Pre-Show Vendor’s Market & Show)
● Tallulah’s Lounge Doors Open: 6:00 PM
● Vendor’s Market & Schmoozing: 6:00–7:30 PM
● Chamber Space Doors Open: 7:30 PM
● Live Show: 8:00–10:30 PM
Sunday, November 16 – Secret Garden (Festival Closing Brunch & Legend Talkback)
● Tallulah’s Lounge Doors Open: 12:00 PM
● High Tea: 12:00–1:30 PM
● Chamber Space Doors Open: 1:30 PM
● Live Show: 2:00–4:00 PM
● Onstage Talkback with Judith Stein following the show
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