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Family Events & Activities in Toronto & GTA
A list of family weekend activities, including free fun family activities in Toronto and GTA including plays, fairs, and more!
Places to see Christmas/Holiday Light Displays in Toronto & GTA
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Drive-Through and Drive-In Events and Activities in Ontario
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Cut Your Own Tree: Christmas Tree Farms in Greater Toronto Area & Hamilton
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Hoover Park Dr, Whitchurch-Stouffville
December 5, 2020
Free
Enjoy the magic of this year’s Whitchurch-Stouffville’s Annual Evening Parade in a brand new Drive-Thru format. Our evening parade will bring Christmas magic with floats, ... »
Elgin Park, Elgin Park Drive, Uxbridge,
December 5, 2020 To January 2, 2021
Free
Drive through fantastic light displays - over 75 light displays from community groups, businesses, schools, churches, families etc. from all around the Uxbridge area. Come and share your ... »
Online
December 5, 2020 To December 23, 2020
416-736-1733
$20-$26
Enjoy the Storytime with Santa experience right from your own home! As we virtually gather together, Santa will read a story, and then using Zoom’s Breakout ... »
Various Communities, East Gwillimbury
December 5, 2020 To December 13, 2020
Free
Santa will be touring East Gwillimbury communities this December. Watch Santa’s Tour from your property. Letters to Santa will be collected along the route. WHEN & ... »
Civic Centre grounds and ROC parkway, 26557 Civic Centre Rd, Keswick
December 5, 2020
Free
Join us by travelling along the ROC parkway in your personal vehicle while experiencing a magical holiday tribute with festive lighting, community floats and a visit from ... »
CTV
December 5, 2020
Free
The city’s annual Santa Claus parade will go broadcast-only this year, with a two-hour show set for the evening. CTV delivers the longstanding holiday favourite THE ... »
Online
December 5, 2020
4164066228
Free
"Our Gift to You: MCC Toronto's Christmas Season Kickoff" will feature festive music and entertainment, all live-streamed into your living room! »
Hillcrest Mall, 9350 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill
December 5, 2020 To December 24, 2020
Free
Hillcrest Mall will feature rotating artisans, baked goods, socially distance marshmallow fire pits, 60’ LED Christmas Tree, 100’ light tunnel, holiday music, hot chocolate, specialty drinks and of course, ... »
Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Blvd West, Toronto
December 4, 2020 To December 6, 2020
416-314-9900
$10 - $60
Enjoy your favourite movies at the waterfront Drive-In this fall. Spots will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis. We highly suggest you attend in a regular ... »
Old Mill, 21 Old Mill Road, Etobicoke, Toronto
December 4, 2020 To December 22, 2020
$6.49 to $9.70
Join us on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between Dec 4 - Dec 22 to shop local, enjoy freshly baked sweet treats, sip on warm cocoa or hot cider, gaze ... »
Various Venues, Halton Hills
December 1, 2020 To January 3, 2021
Free
13th annual winter lighting festival in 3 parks in Halton Hills! »
The Mississauga Food Bank, 3121 Universal Drive, MississaugA
December 1, 2020 To December 12, 2020
Free
The Mississauga Food Bank's 12 Days of Giving is a fun at-home event for your entire family. »
65 Front Street West, Toronto
November 30, 2020 To January 3, 2021
Free
Union Holiday—Presented by TD will transport commuters and passersby to another world by experiencing new textures and landscapes, from larger-scale cliffs that emulate the edge of ... »
Online
November 28, 2020 To December 6, 2020
647-831-7223
Free
We are excited to announce our first-ever Virtual Afro-Caribbean Cultural Festival, which we will be celebrating and taking place on Nov, 28 – 29, and Dec 5 – 6, 2020. Afro-Caribbean Festival’s mission ... »
Toronto Zoo, Zoo Rd, Scarborough
November 28, 2020 To December 21, 2020
$20 to $25
Enjoy the beauty of winter through our special holiday route from the safety and warmth of your own vehicle. Plus, see Santa Claus himself during this 15-20 ... »
Pingle's Farm Market, 1805 Taunton Rd, Hampton
November 28, 2020 To December 15, 2020
$20
Come join Pingle’s Farm for the Ho Ho Holidays! Santa Claus is coming to the Farm! Journey to Pingle’s for a Santa Holiday Experience, complete ... »
Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
November 27, 2020 To January 8, 2021
Free
Come share your holiday spirits with family and friends while strolling through the 60 magical lighting displays set up at Spencer Smith Park. »
Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Dr, Woodbridge
November 27, 2020 To December 23, 2020
416-667-6295
$24 to $29
The forest comes to life with lights, friendly elves and your favorite Christmas characters. Play games and make Christmas crafts. Enjoy carols and Christmas treats by the ... »
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 6145 Viscount Rd, Mississauga
November 27, 2020 To January 3, 2021
$55 to $65
Travel to new heights with Canada’s first multi-level drive-through holiday experience! Each level of the drive-through event features six themed environments, filled with iconic holiday elements ... »
Bluffer's Park Beach Parking Lot,1 Brimley Rd S, Scarborough
November 27, 2020 To December 20, 2020
4169047010
$25
Jingle all the way down to Bluffs Winter Wonderland, for an incredible holiday drive-thru and distanced meet and greet with Santa in support of Scarborough Food Security ... »
Various Venues, Whitby
November 27, 2020 To January 10, 2021
Free
From spectacular illuminations that transform Celebration Square, Grass Park or Whitby Civic Park – Whitby is all aglow with close to 100,000 magical lights. Starting November 27 to mid January ... »
Improve Canada, 7250 Keele St, Concord
November 26, 2020 To January 1, 2021
$21.75 - $77.75
Santa’s Drive Thru Village is a must see experience for all ages bringing hope, happiness and joy to Canadian families when it is most needed. Along ... »
The 5 Drive-In, 2332 Ninth Line, Oakville
November 26, 2020 To December 10, 2020
905-257-8272
$13 - $38
Head to 5 Drive-in to enjoy a movie under the stars. »
Stardust Drive-In, 893 Mt Albert Rd, Newmarket
November 26, 2020 To December 6, 2020
613-732-2136
$16 to $35
Enjoy a movie under the stars. November 27, 29 & December 1, 3 The Croods: A New Age / Love Actually A Christmas Story (1983) / Cup of Cheer Freaky / Krampus December 4 – 6, 10 The Croods: ... »
Pickering Museum Village, Concession Road 6, Greenwood
November 24, 2020 To December 23, 2020
905.683.8401
$50 per group
Come out and discover the seasonal beliefs of the First Nations Little Spirit Moon, early Scottish and Welsh settlers, and the Victorians who brought us many of ... »
CF Sherway Gardens, The West Mall, Etobicoke
November 24, 2020 To December 24, 2020
Free
The complimentary 35-minute voyage follows an elf on a mission to fill the holiday cheer battery to power Santa's sleigh and this mission takes guests all the ... »
Geocaching Game that Takes You to Various Locations in Toronto
November 24, 2020 To December 31, 2020
Free
ou are tasked with recruiting the best, brightest, and toughest that the streets has to offer. Mind you, this won’t be a leisurely walk in the ... »
Village of Yorkville Park, 115 Cumberland Street, Toronto
November 21, 2020 To December 31, 2020
416-928-3553
Free
The Village of Yorkville Park will be lit with a variety of unique displays, from our twinkling light tunnel, to our oversize snowflakes, gorgeous Christmas tree, and ... »
Downey's Farm, 13682 Heart Lake Road, Inglewood
November 21, 2020 To December 20, 2020
$21.95 per person + HST
Each year, Santa makes a special trip from the North Pole to Downey’s Farm. He will be dressing extra warm as Santa and his Elves will ... »
Willowtree Farm, 975 Durham Regional Road 21, Port Perry
November 21, 2020 To December 13, 2020
905-985-4973
$20
Travel along the North Pole trail on a mission to find Santa! Santa’s helpers will guide you through the trail to complete a series of tasks ... »
Revel Park, 80 Interchange Way, Vaughan
November 20, 2020 To January 7, 2021
416-414-2466
$25-$65
An immersive, drive-thru experience like none other, featuring more than 1 million LED lights animated and synchronized to your favourite Holiday tunes. Nights of Lights is the must-see ... »
Angus Glen Golf Club, 10080 Kennedy Road, Markham
November 20, 2020 To January 4, 2021
416.569.4059
Early bird $25.45 - $29.71
Experience the magic of more than a million lights illuminating acres of the campground. You’ll encounter dazzling animated and static displays, music shows, simulated starburst fireworks ... »
Niemi Family Farm, 18463 ON-48, Mount Albert
November 20, 2020 To December 19, 2020
$14.99 to $19.99
Christmas Land is a family experience. Our Scandinavian Christmas Land is a self guided outdoor adventure which includes a wagon ride, marshmallow roasting, twinkly forest walk, and ... »
Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Road, Markham
November 20, 2020 To December 24, 2020
Free
The first annual Christmas Tree Market takes place at the Markham Fair Grounds from November 20th to December 24th, 2020. Families can come out and enjoy the sights ... »
Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Road, Mount Albert, Uxbridge
November 20, 2020 To December 30, 2020
905 473 3246
$19.99 + HST
An Amazing New Experience is coming to Brooks Farms Join us for our first ever Evening Christmas Adventure featuring: A Story Time Tractor Ride around our farm ... »
1000 Murray Ross Parkway, North York
November 18, 2020 To January 2, 2021
$25 per car
Canadian Tire unveils a magical, multi-sensory Christmas Trail designed to immerse guests in the sights and sounds of Christmas while staying cozy and warm in the comfort ... »
Royal Botanical Gardens - Hendrie Park, Plains Road West, Burlington
November 18, 2020 To January 3, 2021
Included in Your General Admission or Membership
Experience the magic of the holiday season under the stars as historic Hendrie Park transforms into a winter wonderland of nature and light. This unique outdoor experience ... »
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
November 18, 2020 To January 3, 2021
905-527-1158; 1-800-694-4769
$5
All aboard! Take a ride on the RBG Express through the winter beauty of Hendrie Park. The train is available for paid rides throughout the garden. Warm ... »
The Junction, Old Toronto, Toronto
November 14, 2020 To January 31, 2021
Free
Discover Window Wonderland, The Junction’s first annual immersive urban art-walk, presented by MEDS Junction Pharmacy. From Nov. 14, 2020 to Jan. 31, 2021, the Window Wonderland exhibition will transform the ... »
Junction Neighbourhood, Toronto
November 14, 2020 To January 31, 2021
Free
The Junction BIA will be showcasing our local businesses and artists featuring ten interactive painted windows accessed through the AR app, Augle. Window Wonderland will be Toronto’... »
Online
November 14, 2020 To December 19, 2020
Free
Following the lives, loves, and losses of four sisters living during the American Civil War, Louisa May Alcott's classic novel remains a relatable study of the grand ... »
Blue Mountain Resort, 190 Gord Canning Drive, The Blue Mountains
November 14, 2020 To December 25, 2020
833-583-2583
Free
Join us for holiday music paired with enchanting and interactive light displays sparkling through the night! »
Pickering Museum Village, Concession Road 6, Greenwood
November 14, 2020 To December 13, 2020
$20 per car
Visit the museum this holiday season and experience the spirit of Christmas through the brand new Christmas Drive-Thru Tour. Journey back through the years to learn how ... »
Brae Ridge Farm & Sanctuary, 7667 Maltby Road East, Puslinch
November 10, 2020 To March 31, 2021
2269244065
$60
In this exclusive private tour for up to 4 guests, you will get close and personal to Champion alpacas as you walk through their paddocks and home. Hand ... »
1 Yonge St, Toronto
November 4, 2020 To December 29, 2020
$94.99
From the originators of the Parisian Atelier des Lumières exhibition that has been seen by more than two million visitors worldwide and has inspired the global ... »
The Sisters of St. Kosmas Aitolos Monastery, 14155 Caledon King Townline South, Bolton
October 22, 2020 To December 24, 2020
905.859.8077
Free
An exclusive seasonal, fundraising, Christmas store, featuring one-of-a-kind, hand-painted ornaments, holiday bakery, beautiful wreaths, garlands, illuminated decor, seasonal linens, nativities and a large assortment of ornaments - ... »
Young People's Theatre, 165 Front St E, Toronto
October 13, 2020 To December 6, 2020
4168622222
$109-$636
Following Young People’s Theatre Drama School’s wonderfully successful Online Summer Drama Camp, we’re returning this fall with more virtual drama! Led by our experienced ... »
Online
October 1, 2020 To March 31, 2021
Free to enter
National youth-education charity, Ripple Foundation, is encouraging budding young writers to submit their short stories to its annual, Canada-wide Kids Write 4 Kids writing contest from October 1st, ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
September 30, 2020 To December 5, 2020
Free
Experience art illuminated at BigArtTO, a city-wide public art celebration featuring free access to over 200 hours of temporary public artworks projected onto local buildings and landmarks. Residents ... »
Online
September 12, 2020 To December 19, 2020
Free
National youth-education charity, Ripple Foundation, has announced the extension of its free, coveted virtual ‘Write It Workshops’ until December 2020, to inspire children across Canada to continue their ... »
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Ongoing Activities
I. Fun Programs & Activities
Explore Canada From Home: From Toronto to the Arctic
Explore the World From Home: Take train trips or visit International Space Station
Things to Do With Teens During COVID-19 Days
Fun with TPL
Get a TPL card online and use these 10 Free Toronto Public Library Services. Details
III. Other activities
Homebound Astronomy
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is hosting introductory astronomy sessions called Homebound Astronomy to help Canadians keep learning about the sky from your own from your backyard during COVID-19.Details
Every Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30pm to 3:30pm and Also uploaded to Youtube
Visit Zoo Animals Online
Zoos across Canada have decided to bring their inhabitants to your home. Here is a list of places where you can watch wildlife online.
Science Experiments to Do at Home with Kids
Here are a few easy fun science activities/experimentsthat are easy and super fun in addition to being educational.
Did you know that the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina is posting online content? Check them out online for fun science time!
25 Fun Things to Do with Kids Inside Your Home
Scream!
Canada’s Wonderland has put virtual rides of some its terrifying rides online.
Canadian Museums & Museums Across the World Online
With the advent of technology and widespread availability of the internet, the world is now at your fingertips. You can travel to distant lands, tour famous museums, all from the comfort of your home.
See Free Movies
As Canada’s public producer and distributor, NFB’s website features award-winning movies, documentary and animated films, pioneering interactive works, and more.
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Wonderful Victoria Day 2014 fireworks at Ashbridge’s Bay Park: https://vimeo.com/95861930
Free admission at Birchmount Pool for leisure swim today – thumbs up to that 🙂
You should check out the “Central Counties” tourism website. They have a great list of family friendly events happening around Toronto.
Lots of cool things to do in Toronto. I found this great list of rainy day activities in Toronto for all ages.
officecentral.com/blog/things-to-do-in-the-rain/
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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.