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Fun at the Movies!

Imagine Cinemas Carlton

Carlton Cinema has a rich heritage and is often referred to as “The Carlton”. The cinema is the 3rd incarnation of the original single-screen Carlton which first opened in 1948. Carlton Cinema is a 9-screen complex and a favourite movie destination of Toronto cinephiles who enjoy movies ranging from first-run Hollywood, Canadian, international and film festivals. Horror Nights, and lots of Geeky Films from around the world and through out time.

D-Beatstro

D-Beatstro : a space that cultivates community and creativity. Cafe/art space/ vegan treats/ live music.  They host everything to from Simpsons Marathons to Horror Film festivals, something different every night

Ladies of Burlesque at The Royal

Showgirls, sirens and chorines take over The Royal’s stage and screen with  LADIES of BURLESQUE! Pairing classic films with enticing live performances from the very best of Toronto’s bustling burlesque scene, LADIES of BURLESQUE celebrates the artistry of the form and the sultry vixens of the silver screen that inspire it. 

Lost Episode Fest Toronto: LEFT - Horror, Sci-Fi, & Fan Film Festival

The Lost Episode Fest Toronto (LEFT) was founded as Canada’s first fan film festival which also showcases indie shorts & genre films submitted locally and from around the world. 

 The Royal Cinema - Toronto

The Royal is a historic Art Moderne movie house located in the heart of Little Italy. The 400-seat theatre was known as the Pylon when it first opened in 1939. Over time, it’s become one of Toronto’s most cherished landmarks. It hosts lots of Cult movie nights, film festivals, Saturday morning cartoons, Burlesque, among other shows!

Rue Morgue

The world’s premier Horror In Culture & Entertainment magazine since 1997.  Rue Morgue is very much part of geek culture in Toronto.  From special movie nights, to film fests and markets.

 Screen Queens

DRAG QUEENS. DRUNK COMMENTARY. DRINKING GAMES and plenty of surprises. Get ready to experience movies like never before!!!   Come join the one and only drag queen extraordinaire Allysin Chaynes for a cinematic journey through your favourite cult films. FULL movie, live and potentially very drunk commentary, special guests, performances, drinking games and plenty of surprises. This is a licensed event 

 See-Scape

See-Scape is a creative space that aims to spark the imagination and provide a friendly atmosphere where people can have fun. Come check out our themed private booths, art gallery, bar, food, along with a variety of board & video games to enjoy.  *Over 100 board games *A video game lounge to play your choice of 9 systems  *Retro video games *Cosplay and Special events *Book your own event 

 Sony Centre for the Performing Arts

SONY CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, Toronto’s first performing arts centre, has played a defining role in the cultural life of Toronto for more than 50 years. Everything from Live Theater to Orchestras playing live to the Harry Potter films are shown here.

 TIFF

Toronto International Film Festival!

 Toronto Anime Club

The mission is to promote the knowledge and appreciation of Japanese animation (anime) and cosplay culture in Toronto With quality discussions, special events, and screenings with like-minded individuals. Previous films they have shown include my Neighbor Totoro  

 Toronto Anime Film Festival

TAFF shows an anime movie once every month. These movies are decided on by the general public. We hope to promote anime growth in the GTA while creating a safe environment for people to be themselves. 

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Places for the Comic Book Geek!

AKibA KiSSA 

 A large destination spot in Markham (edge of North York) offering a large library of Manga (all in English), popular and growing selection of table top board games and arcade/party video games!

 Anime North

Anime North is an anime convention located in Toronto, Canada that celebrates anime, manga, music, games and all other forms of Japanese Culture! Anime North 2018 will be the weekend of May 25 - 27, 2018 at the Toronto Congress Centre and Delta Toronto Airport Hotel. 

The Beguiling Books & Art

Comics, Comix, Graphic Novels, Manga, BD, whatever you call them, they have them. Whether you’re an art comix aficionado, a superhero fangirl/fanboy, an mangaddict, or you just like to read comics every once in a while, you’ll find what you’re looking for with at the Beguiling.

Comic Shop Ladies Night

Nerdy ladies all around the city come and share their love of geek culture in a safe, supportive and fun environment with a FREE night of food, drinks, music, coloring and comic books (you might even win a door prize)! Whether you are new to comics or a #CSLNTO regular, this event is a great opportunity to socialize, share your favourite comics, and discover new ones!

FAN EXPO Canada

FAN EXPO CANADA is about celebrating ALL things fandom. From Comics, Graphic Novels, Anime, Manga, Sci-fi and Fantasy to Cosplay, Horror, to Gaming, Toys, Movies, and Television. Come and meet your heroes, attend celebrity guest panels, autograph sessions, family-friendly programming, and so much more. There’s something for everyone at FAN EXPO CANADA.

Hairy Tarantula

Your friendly neighborhood comic book store since 1992, originally located at 354 Yonge St Downtown Toronto, has now moved to 6979 Yonge at Steeles. Specializing in graphic novels, Magic cards, board games, role-playing games, miniatures games and more! 

 Nerd Girl Burlesque

Canada’s premiere nerd-themed burlesque troupe, comprised of Loretta Jean, Delicia Pastiche, Helen of Tronna, and Henrietta VIII. comic books, anime, Cthulu, costuming, computers, burlesque, drag, singing, Star Trek, Star Wars, math, biology, history, crafting, cooking, comedy, literature, popculture, video games, pwning, burlesque, nerdlesque.

Page & Panel: The TCAF Shop

The official shop of TCAF Celebrating great Torontonian, Canadian, and International Comics and Book Culture! Books, Art, apparel, toys, and more!

 Peepshow T.O.

PeepshowTO is an ongoing series of burlesque shows produced in Toronto, by a dedicated crew with a passion for creating their own unique brand of geek themed burlesque. Every signature show is completely customized to a specific theme and packed with never-before-seen acts. No matter the theme you can always expect to see a good mix of both sultry and comedic performance, all packed into an indulgent evening that is sure to satisfy the geeky appetite. Past shows include Hanna Barbera, Marvel vs DC, The Simpsons etc.

 Rock, Paper, Cynic

Here’s the rundown: Rock, Paper, Cynic (http://www.rockpapercynic.com/) is a geek culture webcomic for people who think the world can do better than it’s currently doing. Sometimes the comics are thinky, but other times they’re just about awesome things like turtles, Mario Kart, or metaphysics. 

 The Sidekick

The Sidekick is a comic book cafe in Toronto’s East end, delivering high quality coffee, comics, and collectibles to the public every day! They also host events throughout the year for such groups as the Toronto Comics Anthology, or Comic Book Ladies night.

Silver Snail Comics

The most famous comic book store in Toronto.  It is a landmark in geek culture in the city.  They carry Comics, Toys, apparel, and even have a coffee shop.  Also known for the annual infamous Silver Snail “Snailoween” Halloween party.

TCAF - The Toronto Comic Arts Festival

The Toronto Comic Arts Festival exists to promote the breadth and diversity of comics, and what is considered comics, as legitimate medium of literary and artistic worth. They seek to promote the creators of these works in their broad and diverse voices, for the betterment of the medium of comics and to reach as wide an audience as possible for them.  This is an Annual independent comic event that takes place at the Metro Toronto Reference library one weekend a year.

Toons On Tap

Toons On Tap is an open, costumed life drawing event created with the animator in mind. Be amongst other artists, and draw from professional models best described as living cartoon characters. Bring your sketchbook to an upcoming session, and remind yourself why you love to draw. Past models have dressed as, Popeye, Captain Jack Sparrow, Harley Quinn Cat-woman.

The Toronto Comic Book Show

The Toronto Comic Book Show is Toronto based Comic Book Trade Show featuring the very best in Modern, Silver Age, and Golden Age Comics as well as related Toys and Movie Memorabilia. TCBS happens regularly in Toronto, at the Toronto Plaza Hotel. The Toronto Plaza Hotel.

Toronto Comics Anthology

The Toronto Comics Anthology is an annual showcase for the next generation of comic creators. Stay tuned for Volume 3 coming in May! All local artists and writers take part in the Anthology, and they also host many public events so you can actually meet the creators.

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Geeky Places To Eat & Drink In Toronto

1. Black Canary Cafe

Friendly café inside an iconic comic book shop. Grab a coffee and enjoy this oasis in the heart of downtown Toronto!

2. D-Beatstro

D-Beatstro : a space that cultivates community and creativity. Cafe/art space/ vegan treats/ live music.

3. Dundas Video

Retro Video Game Bar, Craft Beer, Craft Cocktails, Snacks, Nightly DJ's

4. Figures Toronto

Enter through the comic book and collectibles shop (all items for sale), through the hidden door to the eclectic dining room. Filled with custom comic book inspired artwork, the room evokes a sense of nostalgia and playfulness

5. Get Well

Get Well Bar (Toronto) Craft Beer and Video Games

6. The Lockhart

The Lockhart is a magical themed (”Cough Harry Potter...” ) cocktail bar & restaurant that aims to sell good food & good cocktails to good people! 6.

7. Power Up Game Bar

Power Up Bar is a video game bar and the place for awesome food, fantastic drinks and great games! From console to cocktail we have you covered!

8. Raider's E-Sport Centre

Raiders E-Sports Centre boasting 7,000 square feet with 21 powerful gaming PC’s, 30 tv’s, and two HD projectors. Raiders is the ultimate experience for E-Sports and perfectly combines dining and gaming with mouth watering food, craft beer and delicious cocktails.  

9. The Rec Room

The Rec Room redefines the meaning of fun with over 40,000 sq. feet of great games, mouth-watering eats and amazing entertainment, all packed under one roof! 

10. See-Scape

See-Scape is a creative space that aims to spark the imagination and provide a friendly atmosphere where people can have fun. Check out our themed private booths, art gallery, bar, food, along with a variety of board & video games to enjoy. 

11. Snakes & Lattes

Snakes & Lattes offers a full menu of food & drink alongside a library full of games.

12. Tilt

Tilt. Located in the heart of the Annex, they have an incredible selection of pinball machines, arcade and amusement games but you'd better leave your quarters at home because all of them are on free play. Great Craft Beer selection.

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Who we are & what we do!

Geektropolis.ca was launched in July 2014.

For 3 years now, it has been the platform that keeps Toronto’s geeks in the loop about the events, people and places that they are passionate about, through social media and video.

Why did we do this?

There was no one place for Toronto geeks to congregate and find out about all the events related to the subjects that they love. Since July 2014, it has been validated that over 85% of our user base have this need. The 153% month-over-month social media growth indicates the same.

What is Geektropolis?

Geektropolis is Toronto’s Geek Culture Community, sharing and supporting geek happenings!

Vision:

Geektropolis is the guide to the crazy riotous variety of geek realms in Toronto. Ultimately, the Geektropolis project will bring together the Geeks of Toronto into an engaged community, where they can learn and play amongst people who are just like them.

Mission:

Geektropolis, the final frontier. These are the voyages of the Geeks of the Greater Toronto Area. Our continuing mission: to explore strange new geekdoms, to seek out new geeks and new civilizations. To boldly chronicle where many geeks have gone before and to help other geeks get there too.

Values:

• inclusiveness

• knowledge

• fun

• sharing

• respect

• empowerment

Covering Events!

Basic Coverage Package:

Local creators, here are the details we need from you as soon as you know them.

• Event Date

• Description

• Photos

• Social media links

• Location details

• Contacts

• Price

For free, we will promote your event on all of our all social media. www.geektropolis.ca https://www.facebook.com/gktrpls/ https://twitter.com/gktrpls https://www.instagram.com/gktrpls/ https://www.youtube.com/user/gktrpls

Next Step Coverage:

If you invite us to your event and supply us with passes, you will get the above promotion, along with video coverage, live tweeting and Facebook live video.

We want to come to as many events as we can, so if you invite us, we will do our very best to be there and be eyewitnesses to the wonderful insanity that ensues. Video coverage may include:

· as much b-roll as possible

· location

· crowds participating

· activities

· showcases

· participants questions

· how is this?

· best part of this?

· how long thing?

· why did you come?

· the 5 platform questions

You will also be part of our Monthly Top 10 highlights of the month video. These videos promote events coming up in Toronto during the upcoming month. We have quite a large audience and get really great reaction from our community with these videos.

Added Value:

Consider also giving us tickets to do a giveaway in advance of your event. Cross-promotion between you and us brings us both a larger audience.

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Geektropolis is Toronto’s Geek Culture Community. We have news, profiles of people, places and events, discussions, classes and real-life happenings. Everything Geek in Toronto! #GeekTO