Everything you need to know to plan your trip to Blood in the Snow — venues, tickets, accessibility, getting to Toronto, where to stay, and how to get around once you're here.
2026 Festival at a Glance
November 16–21, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Deadly Exposure (opens in new tab)
Tranzac Club (opens in new tab), Nov 19–21, 2026
Horror Development Lab (opens in new tab)
Tranzac Club (opens in new tab) & festival venues, Nov 16–21, 2026
Museum Station (opens in new tab) (Isabel Bader)
Spadina Station (opens in new tab) (Tranzac)
Tickets & Passes
Festival passes and individual screening tickets will be available through our ticketing partner (opens in new tab).
Passes are recommended if you're attending multiple screenings, while individual tickets are available for those attending specific films.
Individual screening tickets go on sale when we announce the full lineup in October 2026 — festival passes are available now.
Industry delegates should refer to the Deadly Exposure / Development Lab registration information at deadlyexposure.ca (opens in new tab).
Screening & Event Venues
Films screen nightly November 16–21, 2026, with filmmaker Q&As to follow.
Daytime venue for the Deadly Exposure Industry Conference (opens in new tab) and Horror Development Lab (opens in new tab), November 16–21, 2026. Also home to our Nightshift events and after parties.
Accessibility
BITS is committed to making the festival accessible. Please review our Accessibility page before your visit for information about venue access, accessible seating, ASL/open-caption screenings, support persons, service animals, and sensory considerations.
Getting to Toronto
Toronto's main international airport, and the primary airport for most Air Canada and WestJet flights. Located approximately 25 km northwest of downtown Toronto.
Traveling from Pearson:
- UP Express (opens in new tab) to Union Station
- Taxi / rideshare
- TTC (opens in new tab)
Located on Toronto's waterfront and much closer to downtown. Particularly convenient for eligible domestic and U.S. routes.
Traveling from Billy Bishop:
- Free pedestrian tunnel/walkway to the mainland
- TTC (opens in new tab) / streetcar
- Taxi / rideshare
Flight Discounts
Tap a code below to copy it. Air Canada's code is valid through Nov 28, 2026; WestJet's through Dec 1, 2026 — book before then to use it.
Enter this code in the Promotion Code box at aircanada.com (opens in new tab).
- 10% off standard economy fares; 15% off flex fares & higher (North America)
- 10% off standard fares & higher (international)
- Booking city: Toronto, all airports (YYZ / YTZ)
- Valid for travel Nov 9 – Nov 28, 2026, any day of the week
Book online at westjet.com/conventions (opens in new tab).
- 5% off Econo*, 10% off EconoFlex/Premium (within Canada)
- 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex, 10% off Premium (trans-border)
- No discount on Basic or Business class
- Booking city: Toronto (YYZ)
- Valid for travel Nov 8 – Dec 1, 2026
Where to Stay
The Annex / Yorkville / Bloor Street West area provides convenient access to both festival venues, restaurants, transit, and nightlife.
The Annex Hotel is located immediately beside the Tranzac Club (opens in new tab). The Madison Avenue Pub is roughly a 9-minute walk from the Tranzac Club and a 14-minute walk from Isabel Bader Theatre (opens in new tab).
(416) 927-1722 ext. 5514
madisonavenuepub.com (opens in new tab)
Mention "Blood in the Snow" when booking by phone for 20% off your room.
- 9 min walk / 4 min drive to Tranzac Club
- 14 min walk / 7 min drive to Isabel Bader Theatre
theannex.com (opens in new tab)
Use promo code BLOODINTHESNOW when selecting dates for 15% off your room.
- Located next door to the Tranzac Club
- 24 min walk / 9 min drive to Isabel Bader Theatre
Food & Drink
The Annex, Yorkville and Bloor Street neighbourhoods surrounding our venues have a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, bars and takeout — including plenty of vegetarian and vegan-friendly options.
Whether you're looking for a quick bite between events, dinner before a screening, coffee during the conference, or something after a late night at BITS, here are a few places within easy walking distance.
Near Isabel Bader Theatre
| Restaurant | Food Style | Price Guide | Approx. Walk | Vegetarian / Vegan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAY Restaurant (opens in new tab) | Contemporary Canadian · Café | $$ | 1–2 min | Vegetarian options |
| Hemingway's (opens in new tab) | Pub · Casual Dining | $$ | ~5 min | Vegetarian options |
| Trattoria Nervosa (opens in new tab) | Italian | $$–$$$ | ~7 min | Vegetarian options |
| Sassafraz (opens in new tab) | Contemporary Canadian | $$$ | ~5 min | Vegetarian options |
| Joni Restaurant (opens in new tab) | Contemporary Canadian | $$$ | ~5 min | Vegetarian options |
| Okonomi House (opens in new tab) | Japanese · Casual | $–$$ | ~7 min | Vegetarian options |
| 7 West Café (opens in new tab) | Café · Casual · Late Night | $$ | ~8 min | Vegetarian options |
| Eataly Toronto (opens in new tab) | Italian · Market · Quick Bites | $–$$$ | ~10 min | Many vegetarian options |
Near Tranzac Club
| Restaurant | Food Style | Price Guide | Approx. Walk | Vegetarian / Vegan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annex Hotel Lobby Bar & Café (opens in new tab) | Café · Bar · Light Bites | $–$$ | Next door | Options available |
| Celeb Thai Kitchen & Bar (opens in new tab) | Thai | $$ | ~3 min | Vegetarian options |
| Blanco Cantina (opens in new tab) | Mexican · Tacos · Bar | $$ | ~4 min | Vegetarian options |
| Victory Café (opens in new tab) | Pub · Casual · Late Night | $$ | ~3 min | Vegetarian options |
| Myeongdong Gyoza Kalguksu (opens in new tab) | Korean | $–$$ | ~4 min | Check menu |
| Woojoo Bunsik (opens in new tab) | Korean Street Food | $–$$ | ~3 min | Vegetarian options |
| EAT BKK Thai Bar & Restaurant (opens in new tab) | Thai · Late Night | $$ | ~5 min | Vegetarian options |
| Cong Caphe (opens in new tab) | Vietnamese Coffee · Café | $ | ~3 min | Non-dairy options available |
| Wildhearts Café (opens in new tab) | Coffee · Café | $ | ~5 min | Options available |
| Bellis Café & Bar (opens in new tab) | Café · Bar · Evening Dining | $$ | ~7 min | Options available |
Walking times and price guides are approximate. Restaurant hours and menus may change, so we recommend checking before you go.
Getting Between Venues
Isabel Bader Theatre (opens in new tab) and the Tranzac Club (opens in new tab) are approximately eight blocks apart — about a 20-minute walk, an 8-minute taxi/rideshare depending on traffic, or 16 minutes by TTC (opens in new tab). Rideshare and taxis are convenient, though walking or the TTC can be faster during heavy Toronto traffic.
Closest station: Museum Station (opens in new tab) (Line 1, Yonge–University). From the station, walk north toward Charles Street West, then east toward the theatre.
Closest station: Spadina Station (opens in new tab) (Line 1 & Line 2). The Tranzac Club is about a 5-minute walk from the station.
Use the TTC's official trip planner (opens in new tab) for current schedules, service changes, and accessibility information.
Parking
- Manulife Centre (opens in new tab), north side of Charles St (just east of Bay St)
- The Colonnade (opens in new tab), south side of Bloor St West
- Underground 24-hour lot at 52 Charles St West (opens in new tab) (SW corner of Bay & Charles)
Limited street parking is available in the area. Time limits vary by location — always check posted signs and meters before leaving your vehicle.
Readily available throughout downtown Toronto. Hail one on the street, use a taxi stand, or request one through a taxi app.
Toronto Basics
Canadian dollars (CAD). Credit/debit cards widely accepted almost everywhere.
120V / 60Hz, standard North American outlets.
Customary at restaurants and for many service providers.
Cold and wet. Bring a warm jacket and footwear suitable for walking.
Eastern Time (EST).
911
Both venues are in or near the Annex neighbourhood, around Bathurst Street, Bloor Street West, and Avenue Road.