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The Bentway

An urban public space beneath an expressway offering cultural programming, a skating trail, markets, and community events.

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The Bentway turns the 1.75km of space beneath Toronto’s Gardiner Expressway into a gathering spot for year-round activities and events. The Bentway features gardens, recreational amenities, public markets, public art, festivals, theatre, and of course, their famous Skate Trail in the winter months. Open from mid-December, pre-reserve your spot to explore the unique winter wonderland of this 220-meter trail, adorned with stunning public art and glistening with a sense of true community spirit and innovation of urban spaces.

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The Bentway Articles

  • 13 Things to Do in Toronto in the Winter

    This season, we’re all about chilly winter getaways complete with shimmering snowflakes and cozy layered outfits. Toronto is easily one of the most stunning cities to explore in the wintertime. Think: heated outdoor markets with local vendors serving up spiced cider and poutine, stunning illumination displays reflecting off of fresh snow, and frozen cascading waterfalls […]

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