Family Events & Activities in Toronto: Jan 16 – 18, 2015

This article lists only family specific events and very few generic events and activities. For other weekend activities including exhibitions , festivals (including fairs – which might have children’s activities), live music, and sports- Things to do Toronto this Weekend

Inclement weather / Looking for rainy day activities?

Consider visiting indoor family attractions in Toronto.

1. The Magic of Greg Frewin

Experience the mystery and art of illusion with one of the most decorated magicians in the world. Join us for our Las Vegas Style Magical Revue featuring spectacular appearances by rare and majestic tigers, exotic birds and beautiful dancers. Your IMAGINATION will be captivated and you will be AMAZED beyond belief! Details

2. TIFF Kids Family Fridays

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3. Family Literacy Day ft. Lenny Graf

Music and literature go together like hamburgers and french fries! Join us for a musical event featuring Lenny Graf for some fun music and activities. Details

Other Family Literacy day events – Here

4. PA Day Adventures

A fun-filled day spent cooking in the historic kitchen, learning an old-fashioned way to ‘text,” playing games and meeting new friends. Pre-registration required. Details

5. Super Fun PA Day Camp

Bake over the open hearth, make crafts, play games, and explore Thomson Memorial Park. Details

6. PA Day Camp: Brainiacs

Explore the Science Centre and learn why the brain is a scientist’s best tool with a special tour of our new special exhibition: Brain: The Inside Story. You’ll be smarter for it! Make new friends, take part in exciting science experiments and enjoy exclusive access to the exhibit halls. No parents allowed – kids ages 5-12 only! Details

7. PA Day Family Drop-in Activities

This PA Day, go on a discovery scavenger hunt and nature walk, check-out our Discovery Table full of natural treasures and make something out of clay! Details

8. Dinosaurs Invade! Weekend

Walk in the footsteps of the most incredible creatures to ever roam the Earth and join us for Dinos Invade! Celebrate the unveiling of our brand new, never-before-seen horned dinosaur, and meet the researchers behind its discovery. Hang out with ROM palaeontologists to learn about their adventures all around the world hunting for dinosaurs, visit our pop-up fossil prep lab to see how scientists study fossils fresh from the field and prepare them for display, and join our investigation stations and touch fossils over 100 million years old. Details

9. Chinese New Year Show

Chinese New Year Celebration show presented by Sixteen Mile Creek Theatre Troupe, and Oakville Chinese Network Society.Details

10. Winter Fun in the Valley

Tour the Wildflower Preserve to learn how birds, animals and plants adapt to and survive harsh winter conditions. Enjoy mulled cider after the walk.. Details

1. The Heart of Robin Hood

Forget everything you ever knew about Robin Hood. In this reimagining, Robin and his unmerry gang of cutthroats steal from the rich, but it’s never occurred to them to give anything back to anyone. But when wicked Prince John threatens all, bold Marion steps in to protect the poor and transform a thuggish Robin from hood to good. 8+ Details

2. Off to the Farm with Spot and his Friends

Spot is an imaginative and enthusiastic puppy who delights in the simplest of things, from playing hide-and –seek to receiving mail. Based on Eric Hill’s popular picture books, Spot and his friends show kindness and character through their adventures. Young children will identify with Spot’s love of his family and his desire for comfort, and he just may encourage the rest of us to take a fresh look at life.

When, Where & How much?

Saturday, January 10, 2015 | 01:00 PM @ The Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, 130 Navy Street, Oakville | $20.00

January 14 & 15, 2015 | 01:00 PM @ Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Boulevard, Markham | $ 10.00 Details

Sunday, January 25, 2015 | 3:00 pm @ Hammerson Hall, Living Arts Centre, Mississauga | $20-$30 – Details

3. Seussical The Musical

The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to a butter battling military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton’s attention to the speck of dust and his “loitering” care of Mayzie LaBird’s egg has elicited taunting and accusations from the rest of the animal kingdom, except for Gertrude McFuzz, who longs for his attention, and JoJo, whose “thinks” save them all in the end! Details

4. Cinderfella

Presented by City Playhouse. Performed by Michael McMurtry Details

5. Curious George

Join the inquisitive, lovable little monkey Curious George, star of books and movies in this delightful new musical. All–You-Can-Eat Meatball Day came just once a year. On Meatball Day, George helps his friend Chef Pisghetti cook some delicious meatballs, and serve them to the hungry crowd. But this year, the crowd has vanished! Determined to help his friend, George goes on a mission to enter the Chef’s meatballs in the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest….in Rome. With every swing and flip, George takes us through a fun-filled adventure in which he learns about Rome, meatballs and the ‘secret ingredient’ to cooking.

When, Where & How much?

Tuesday, January 13, 2015 | 10:00 AM @ Meadowvale Theatre, 6315 Montevideo Road, Mississauga | Adult $17; Child $12 Details

Saturday, January 17, 2015 | 11:00 AM & 02:00 PM @ Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill | $18.75 – $25.00 Details

6. Alex in Wonderland

Alex follows a White Rabbit to Wonderland; a world where up is down and in is out. Alex tries to remember who he is and meets a Caterpillar, a March Hare, a Mad Hatter, and a Cheshire Cat along the way. Will he be able to find himself and find his way home? Details

7. Sound of Music

The story of a postulant, who proves too high-spirited for the religious life, is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Watch as Maria wins the hearts of her wards as well as their father. The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. Song favourites include; “Climb Ev’ry Mountain”, “So Long, Farewell” and “Edelweiss”. Details

8. Little Match Girl

Celebrate Family Literacy Day with Motus O’s latest family show. An exquisite interpretation of Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Match Girl. This dance theatre production is full of modern energy and colour, with stunning theatrical effects. Presented in partnership with the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts and sponsored by TD Canada Trust. Details

9. Chuggington Live!

In CHUGGINGTON LIVE! The Great Rescue Adventure the trainees are on their first day of Advanced Training, and are eager to impress their mentors by mastering new roles that test their courage, speed, and determination. When Koko finds herself in trouble at Rocky Ridge Mine, it’s up to her friends to help her. Do the trainees have what it takes to put their newly learnt skills into practice? Can Wilson come to Koko’s rescue and fulfill his dream of becoming a hero in Chug Patrol? Details