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Family Events & Activities in Toronto & GTA
November 15 to 17, 2019
A list of family weekend activities, including free fun family activities in Toronto and GTA including plays, fairs, and more!
Santa Claus Parades & Holiday Light-ups
Santa Claus Parades & Holiday Light-ups in Toronto & GTA
- Beaverton Santa Claus Parade on Friday, November 15, 2019 | 07:00 PM @ Main Street, Beaverton
- Tree Lighting Ceremony Oakville on Friday, November 15, 2019 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM @ Towne Square, Downtown Oakville
- Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday November 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM @ Civic Square, City Hall, 50 Centre Street South, Oshawa
- Brampton Santa Claus Parade on Saturday , November 16, 2019 | 5 PM – 8 PM @ Sproule Dr and along Main Street S, Ends at Elgin Drive, Brampton
- Santa’s Parade of Lights Oshawa on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 5 PM – 8 PM @ Downtown Oshawa
- Acton Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 1 PM – 2 PM @ Acton Blvd and Hwy 7, Acton
- Oakville Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 09:00 AM @ Downtown Oakville
- Georgetown Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 05:00 PM @ Georgetown Fairgrounds Park.
- Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 11:00 AM @ Brock St., Uxbridge
- Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 10:30 AM @ King and Scugog to King and Simpson, Bowmanville
- Richmond Hill Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM @ Leslie Street, Richmond Hill
- Rosedale Cavalcade of Lights on Saturday November 16th, 2019 | 2-6 PM @ Scrivener Square, Toronto
- Newmarket Santa Claus Parade on Saturday November 16, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Keswick Santa Claus Parade | Georgina on Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 1:30 PM @ Woodbine Ave
- Toronto Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 17 | 12:30 PM @ Parliament and Bloor to St Lawrence Market, Toronto
- NewCastle Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 17, 2019 | 05:30 PM @ North Street along King Avenue West to Arthur / Brookhouse street in the east.
- Milton Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 17, 2019 | 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM @ Main Street , Milton
- East Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 17, 2019 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ Mt Albert Rd, Sharon
Parliament and Bloor to St Lawrence Market, Toronto
November 17, 2019
Free
Toronto’s Santa Claus Parade is the longest running children’s Parade in the world, broadcast across North America, as far away as New Zealand, Norway and ... »
Ireland House Museum, 2168 Guelph Line, Burlington
November 17, 2019
905-332-9888
$8.00-$10.00
Take a special holiday tour of the Museum, go on a horse drawn wagon ride, make a family keepsake craft, visit Santa and his reindeer, shop in ... »
Scott Boulevard & Main Street West, Milton
November 17, 2019
Free
The 2019 Milton Santa Claus parade them is “Celebrating the North”. Celebrating how Milton is a part of one of the greatest countries in the world. Canada is ... »
East Gwillimbury Sports Complex, Mount Albert Road, Sharon
November 17, 2019
Free
Spectators and participants are invited to visit with Santa, enjoy a free family skate and join in with children’s activities after the event at East Gwillimbury ... »
Downtown Guelph
November 17, 2019
Free public event
The holiday cheer is now before us and with that the anticipation of the Guelph Community Santa Claus Parade. Start the excitement-filled afternoon with the 5th Annual ... »
Leslie Street, Richmond Hill
November 16, 2019
Free
Santa is coming to our town! Santa and Mrs. Claus and their reindeer will light up the night as they spread holiday cheer down Leslie Street, from ... »
King and Scugog to King and Simpson, Bowmanville
November 16, 2019
Free
Annual Santa Claus Parade in the community of Bowmanville that celebrates the spirit of the holiday season. »
Brock St., Uxbridge
November 16, 2019
Free
59th Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade. Theme for 2019 - "Snowed In" Canada Post will be collecting the letters to Santa at the parade! »
Downtown Oshawa
November 16, 2019
Free
A spectacular night time parade with colourful and brightly lit floats, dancers, and marching bands winding their way through the streets of Oshawa much to the delight ... »
Jane and Annette St., Toronto
November 16, 2019
Free
The holiday season is just around the corner, which means that it’s time for our annual “Baby It’s Cold Outside” Open House and Sidewalk Sale. ... »
Sproule Dr and along Main Street S, Ends at Elgin Drive, Brampton
November 16, 2019
Free
Make memories under the stars, at Canada’s best nighttime Christmas parade. Line up the streets for the annual Brampton Santa Claus Parade presented by Rotary Club ... »
LucSculpture Art School, 663 Greenwood Avenue, Toronto
November 16, 2019
416-461-7936
$15 to $20
Every Saturday is a family art day at LucSculpture. Call us and book a spot for your family and friends to make clay sculpture and hand built ... »
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
November 16, 2019 To January 5, 2020
905-527-1158; 1-800-694-4769
Varies
Experience the magic this holiday season with unique Santa Experiences, festive entertainment, train adventures and Winter Lights at the Rock Garden! »
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
November 16, 2019 To December 22, 2019
905-527-1158; 1-800-694-4769
$5 - $23
Santa and his merry elves have returned to deliver the most joyous holiday celebration yet with a signature experience for all his little visitors to enjoy! Includes ... »
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
November 16, 2019 To January 5, 2020
905-527-1158; 1-800-694-4769
Regular Admission
While you are visiting RBG Centre for Holiday Traditions, join us for some hands-on activities, seasonal stories, and to explore the outdoors! »
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
November 16, 2019 To January 5, 2020
905-527-1158; 1-800-694-4769
Regular Admission
Constructed from over seven tons of cedar slabs, 3,000 pounds of rock and 250 feet of track, the Botanical Train Show features model trains amongst famous Canadian landmarks from ... »
Scrivener Square, Toronto
November 16, 2019
Free
Live music, fun for the whole family, great activities and offers from the merchants along Yonge Street. »
Downtown Oakville, Oakville
November 16, 2019
Free
The 2019 theme is: “Things we do at Christmas time”. The Oakville Santa Claus Parade has been delighting audiences for 70 years. Each year provides members of the Oakville ... »
Acton Blvd & Hwy 7, Halton Hills
November 16, 2019
Free
Join for the annual Acton Santa Claus Parade organized by Acton Fire Fighters Association. The theme this year is “Christmas Present.” We invite everyone out to see ... »
Eagle Street and Main Street, Newmarket
November 16, 2019
Free
Bundle up and bring your family and friends to see the festive holiday floats followed by our special guest - jolly Old St. Nick. Please remember to ... »
26557 Civic Centre Rd, Willow Beach
November 16, 2019
Free
Join us for the Keswick Santa Claus Parade. »
Famous PEOPLE Players, 343 Evans Avenue, Toronto
November 15, 2019 To January 4, 2020
416.532.1137
$42.00- $72.95
The ornaments are hung up, the tree is lit, and the JOY is here with jingle bells! A holiday musical production that will have your feeling the ... »
Downtown Brampton
November 15, 2019 To November 16, 2019
Free
Celebrate Santa’s arrival to Brampton by participating in a frost filled celebration including the Annual Tree Lighting ceremony, and welcoming Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the ... »
Explorer Hop, 556 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto
November 15, 2019
(416) 833-1782
$125
A fun-filled day where kids go on a virtual journey around the world. Spend the morning learning about Asia and learning culture and history from there, then ... »
MakerKids Leaside, 1661 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
November 15, 2019 To January 3, 2020
4164866257
$100
Join us for our award-winning Idea Incubator camp during Winter PA Days and the Winter Holidays, featuring our core STEM topics: Coding, Robotics, Minecraft. Kids also take ... »
The Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill St, Toronto
November 14, 2019 To December 22, 2019
Free to $12
The magic of the Christmas season returns to Toronto, with the 9th annual Toronto Christmas Market at the Distillery Historic District. Ranked one of the best Christmas ... »
Eaton Centre, Yonge Street, Toronto
November 14, 2019
FREE
‘Tis the season to come together for holiday traditions! CF Toronto Eaton Centre will light its iconic 108-feet-tall Christmas tree on Thursday, November 14 marking the property’s ... »
All 40 Pizzaiolo GTA locations
November 13, 2019
free
GTA based chain, Pizzaiolo Gourmet Pizza announced today that they will be inviting customers to enjoy a Free Slice of one of their gourmet pizzas at any ... »
Scarborough Town Centre, 300 Borough Dr, Scarborough
November 12, 2019 To December 24, 2019
416-296-0296
Free
From Tuesday, November 12 to Tuesday, December 24, Planet Santa is back at Scarborough Town Centre’s Centre Court for guests to enjoy a traditional Santa photo-op experience, complete ... »
Young People's Theatre, 165 Front St E, Toronto
November 11, 2019 To January 5, 2020
416.862.2222 x2
$10-$54
The YPT Production of The Adventures Of Pinocchio This rollicking new musical follows the much-loved marionette on his mischievous quest to become a real human being. Multi-award-winning ... »
Lower Ossington Theatre, 100A Ossington Avenue Toronto
November 8, 2019 To December 29, 2019
$59.99
Based on the perennial holiday movie favorite, A CHRISTMAS STORY chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his ... »
Mysterious Minds Escape Rooms, 322 Bloor Street West, Toronto
November 6, 2019 To January 31, 2020
416-922-6061
$20 - $25
Santa needs your help! Pepper Minstix, the Head Elf in charge of Santa's Reindeer has been kidnapped from the North Pole on Christmas Eve! As Chief of ... »
Area51 Lasertag | Planet Play, 2501 Rutherford Rd, Vaughan
November 5, 2019 To November 6, 2020
905-303-8393
Free with Donation
Area51 Lasertag | Planet Play is proud to support the Sick Kids Foundation. Join us during the weekdays from 10AM to 5PM for FREE Playground entry with a ... »
Ford Performance Centre, 400 Kipling Ave, Etobicoke
November 3, 2019 To November 24, 2019
$140 for a four week session
Try speed skating with the Toronto Speed Skating Club! This four week session is a great way to dive into a new sport and have so much ... »
Toronto Railway Museum,255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
November 2, 2019 To November 30, 2019
4162149229
$3-5
Looking for a great way to spend an afternoon with your children? Every Saturday in November 2019, the Toronto Railway Museum will be offering a reading of popular, ... »
Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto
November 1, 2019 To August 31, 2020
$40 - $46
Be the hero. Discover the magic. Save the dragons. You have been asked to embark upon a dangerous quest: to save dragons from extinction. To do so ... »
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures, Scenic Caves Road, The Blue Mountains
November 1, 2019 To December 1, 2019
7054460256
$83-$250
Early Birds save 22% on Nordic Season Passes purchased before December 1/19 for the 2019-20 season. May be used seven days a week for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing plus ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
October 25, 2019 To November 12, 2019
free
Impulse is an interactive work comprising a series of 15 seesaws that form units of light and sound that can be activated by the public to create an ... »
Scarborough Civic Centre Library,156 Borough Drive, Toronto, Scarborough
October 12, 2019 To November 30, 2019
416-396-3599
Free
Free, exciting events with Artists In The Library at Scarborough Civic Centre branch! Explore the different cultures in your neighbourhood and learn how body movement, memory and ... »
Young People's Theatre, 165 Front Street East, Toronto
October 1, 2019 To May 26, 2020
416.862.2222 x2
$10-$12
Baby Drama Time is a new interactive drama, movement and music class for a caregiver or parent to enjoy with the baby in their life! Expanding on ... »
Various Locations, Toronto
September 21, 2019 To June 14, 2020
4163635131 x235
class fees vary
YPT Drama School After-School and Weekend Classes for JK-Grade 12 are held over three nine-week terms. There are four different locations where you can attend classes: Downtown Toronto, ... »
Young People's Theatre, 165 Front Street East, Toronto
September 21, 2019 To November 23, 2019
416.363.5131 x235
$248
The YPT Drama School has a fantastic new class, Tell Me That Story Again, where students will learn about the Indigenous tradition of oral storytelling and create ... »
Onsite Gallery, 199 Richmond St. W, Toronto
September 18, 2019 To December 7, 2019
416-977-6000 (ext. 265)
Free
Bring the family to Onsite Gallery, OCAD University! We're happy to offer a free interactive guide for families and young visitors to creatively engage with our current ... »
356 Windermere Ave, Toronto
September 17, 2019 To June 1, 2020
4379258559
$160-$250
Sparx Studio is the first of its kind kids education-based acting studio. Children will experience acting in a fun environment that is inclusive, positive and educational. The ... »
Ontario Place, Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
September 12, 2019 To November 24, 2019
877-924-7783
$68.75 & up
Alegría is the nostalgic story of a monarchy that has lost its king. The Old Birds, who resist change and cling to old values, hover around ... »
Hockey Hall of Fame Brookfield Place,30 Yonge Street, Toronto
March 8, 2019 To March 15, 2020
416-360-7765
FREE - $20
Never seen before. Never seen again. An exhibition unlike any other, paying homage to the most prolific scorers of our generations. Witness the greatest compilation of milestone ... »
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Wow, lots of activities for a weekend. One of my cousins currently lives in Toronto with her two kids. I am going to share it with her. Hope so she will be happy to see this. Thanks for the sharing this.