The Junction’s 5th Annual Window Wonderland
Window Wonderland, Toronto’s award-winning outdoor art exhibition is returning to the Junction for its fifth consecutive year. From November 29, 2024 to January 31, 2025, this extraordinary urban art walk — proudly presented by Isaan Der Thai Kitchen — will transform the Junction into a vibrant and FREE outdoor art gallery. Visitors can immerse themselves in 20 captivating augmented reality (AR) window installations and ten wall murals, showcasing the creativity of both local and international artists.
Window Wonderland is presented in collaboration with the internationally renowned Artivive app, a leader in the world of augmented reality art exhibitions. This innovative app enhances traditional artwork by adding a layer of digital interactivity. Visitors can download the Artivive app, point their smartphones at the window installations, and watch as the artists’ creations come to life!
This year’s event will launch the newest AR murals, including Flora and Fauna, a piece created in partnership with the City of Toronto Outdoor Mural, Street Art Program and The Junction Business Improvement Area. Located at the south-facing of 384 Pacific Ave, this dynamic street art celebrates the Junction’s Butterfly Gardens and local pollinators, which aims to foster a deep appreciation for the local environment among residents and visitors alike.
Participating Window Partners include: A&W Restaurant, AT the Dentist, Bank of Montreal, Bhutila Karpoche MPP, BOOM Breakfast, Caribou Gifts, Carmelitas, Carnival, Coolearth Architecture Inc., Dance Together Project, Epic Cycles, Evangeline Residence, Grand Bargain, Haveli Home & Decorative Arts, Healthy Moms Market, Latitude 44, Maker’s Market, MEDS Junction Pharmacy, Pinot’s Palette, Zula Burger & Pizza.
Window Wonderland has earned distinguished accolades, showcasing its success as an immersive urban art experience. In 2021, the event received the Ontario BIA Association’s Initiative Award, recognizing its unique contribution to community engagement and creativity. In 2022, Window Wonderland was honoured with the International Downtown Association’s Award of Excellence and TABIA’s Events Award, underscoring its role as a premier event in Toronto’s cultural landscape. Most recently, the event was awarded OBIAA’s 2023 Award of Excellence in Streetscaping & Public Realm Improvements and TABIA’s 2023 Mural Award, celebrating the event’s contributions to public art and community spaces.
