Hi Toronto!
I’m planning an event for a group of 18 senior executives/CEOs in late January, and I’m looking for some unique experiences or excursions in Toronto.
The group has done some pretty great things in the past, including:
- Raptors game in a private Skybox
- Market close event @TSX
- Private dinner on a boat
I’m trying to find something that feels special, memorable and distinctly Toronto, rather than a standard corporate dinner or team-building activity.
I’ve brainstormed a few ideas, but these are just ideas off the top of my head — I have no idea if they actually exist, are possible for a group of 18, or are completely outlandish, so please feel free to suggest better options (or tell me I’m out to lunch):
- Craft brewery tour + private dinner
- Behind-the-scenes tour of the Maple Leafs dressing room
- An exceptional chef’s table or private dining experience
- A private experience at a Toronto landmark or institution
- Something behind-the-scenes that the general public normally wouldn’t have access to
The group is quite diverse — men and women, different ages and interests. Not everyone drinks alcohol, not everyone likes sports, etc. So ideally I’d like something that has broad appeal and doesn’t revolve entirely around drinking, sports or physical activity.
I’m also very open to touristy, fun, quirky or unexpected suggestions. It doesn’t necessarily need to be sophisticated or business-focused if it’s genuinely a memorable experience.
Downtown Toronto is strongly preferred for the activity, but I’m absolutely willing to travel outside the downtown core (GTA included) if there’s something really worth doing.
The budget is flexible for the right experience. I’m looking for something high-end, exclusive, experiential, unusual, behind-the-scenes, or simply exceptionally well done.
If you’ve personally done something with a group like this, or know of a place/experience that would be a great fit, I’d love to hear your suggestions.
What would you do with 18 people in Toronto if the goal was to give them an experience they’d actually remember?