The Best Immersive Art Experiences in Toronto (2024)
Toronto has some incredible immersive art destinations, where creativity and technology intertwine to redefine artistic experiences.
This article uncovers the city's diverse immersive offerings, from sustainability-themed installations at Arcadia Earth to the creative heights of Artmosphere in the CN Tower. Each venue presents an unforgettable experience with innovation and creativity.
I have written other articles about immersive art experiences in other cities, such as Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, London and Paris. In a recent blog post, I wrote about the rise in popularity of immersive art exhibitions.
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4. Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit at Lighthouse ArtSpace Toronto
1. Arcadia Earth
Address: Arcadia Earth, 486 Front Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 0V2, Canada.
Tickets: Adults from 39.00 CAD $
Arcadia Earth is a permanent exhibit at The Well.
Photo Credit: Arcadia Earth
Arcadia Earth is an immersive art and technology experience aimed at inspiring visitors to contribute towards a more sustainable future. The project combines creative art installations with technology to showcase the beauty of the planet and the impact of human actions on the environment.
2. Artmosphere at CN Tower
Address: CN Tower, 290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9, 416 86, Canada.
Tickets: Adults from 43 CAD $
Artmosphere, located 113 storeys above Toronto as part of the CN Tower’s Lower Observation Level, offers an immersive and interactive art showcase featuring original works by Canadian artists.
There are state-of-the-art video walls displaying animated representations of original works by Canadian artists, including Indigenous artists.
Current artists include:
Annwin Manitowabi: Mixed-First Nations Ojibway visual artist, drawing inspiration from Indigenous roots.
Phillipe Blanchard: Toronto-based artist, animator, and educator exploring cultural notions of time and space.
Santee Smith: Multidisciplinary artist from Kahnyen’kehaka Nation, founder of Kaha:wi Dance Theatre.
Alejandro Basulto: Mexican award-winning composer from Latin-American.
3. Daydream Adventures
Address: Daydream Adventures, 1803 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4C 1J2, Canada.
Tickets: Adults from 36 CAD $
Daydream Adventures in Toronto offers an immersive art escape room experience, featuring hand-crafted rooms by local artists. The escape rooms provide a unique blend of art and puzzles, creating a magical and unforgettable adventure suitable for all ages.
Photo Credit: Daydream Adventures
Each escape room is a hand-crafted alternate world, providing a level of immersion that makes participants forget they are in an escape room.
Participants embark on an adventure, solving interactive puzzles and completing a mission within the immersive art.
4. Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit at Lighthouse ArtSpace Toronto
Tickets: Adults from 39.00 CAD $
On now until 24th March 2024
Lighthouse Artspace presents the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit in Toronto, a mesmerizing experience brought to you by the creators of the Paris blockbuster show. Step into 600,000 cubic feet of stunning projection, bringing Van Gogh’s masterpieces to life in unprecedented detail. Wander through giant projections showcasing his iconic works, from sunny landscapes to starry nights. Featuring famous pieces like The Potato Eaters and Starry Night, this exhibition offers a new perspective on the Master’s art.
5. Illuminarium Toronto
Address: 28 Gristmill Lane, Toronto, Toronto, ON M5A 4R2, Canada.
Tickets: Adults from 38.50 CAD $
Illuminarium Toronto offers cutting-edge immersive entertainment, taking the visitor on a sensory journey. Located in the vibrant Distillery District, they host a variety of shows, nightlife extravaganzas, and community events.
At the time of writing this blog post they are between experiences, therefore it would be worth checking their website for the current experiences.
6. Bubble Planet Toronto
Address: Bubble Planet Toronto, 65 Orfus Rd Unit A, Toronto, ON M6A 1L7, Canada.
Tickets: COMING SOON
Bubble Planet Toronto will offer an immersive experience in Toronto with a unique take on bubbles.
The exhibit features the latest VR technology, illusions, ball pits, and more to create a larger-than-life experience. Discover a fully interactive journey through 11 thematic environments.
I hope you have found this blog post useful. If you have visited any Immersive Art Exhibitions in Toronto that you think I should include here, please email me at sarahransomeart@gmail.com.
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