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!
Contents:
- Fun Activities
- Events This Week – July 31 to August 3, 2026
1. Summer Activities
2. Events This Week
Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, Military Trail and Morningside Avenue, Toronto
August 3, 2026
$20 & up
Cheer on the Scarborough Shooting Stars competing in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Support the squad as it brings high-energy CEBL action to fans, celebrates local pride ... »
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Canada's Wonderland, 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
August 2, 2026
Park Admission
Canada’s Wonderland will present its spectacular fireworks display when the Park closes at 10:00 pm (weather permitting). Spend your day enjoying our 200 attractions, including our 17 roller coasters ... »
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Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
August 1, 2026
905-683-8401
36.67
Visit the Museum after-hours each month for a summer adventure the whole family will love! This monthly event offers fresh activities, creative crafts, and, of course, delicious ... »
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Muslim Neighbourhood Nexus, 3520 Odyssey Dr, Mississauga
August 1, 2026 To August 2, 2026
Free
A vibrant two-day community celebration bringing together families, food lovers, local businesses, and the multicultural community Join us for Taste of Mississauga – Summer Festival 2026, a vibrant two-day ... »
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Spencer Smith Park/Burlington Performing Arts Centre, Burlington
July 31, 2026 To August 1, 2026
Halton Emancipation Celebration Festival is Free; Gala is ticketed
The Halton Freedom Celebration Festival brings together musical acts, children's and youth activities, cultural art, food, crafts; heritage, historical, and genealogical vendors promoting inclusivity and community integration. »
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Various Locations, GTA
July 30, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$35 to $60 +fees
The Royal Canadian Circus returns in 2026 with an electrifying all-new production that blends world-class acrobatics, breathtaking visuals, and the heart of timeless circus tradition. Inspired by the ... »
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Toronto Adventures Humber River Paddling Centre, 9 Old Mill Rd., Toronto
July 29, 2026 To September 26, 2026
4165362067
$54.95-$99.95
See Toronto’s Humber River like you’ve never seen it before! Enter Toronto’s calm, meandering Humber River at King’s Mill Park North. We paddle ... »
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Toronto Adventures Humber River Paddling Centre, 9 Old Mill Rd., Toronto
July 25, 2026 To September 24, 2026
4165362067
Voyageur Canoe: $49.95+tax (per seat)
Glide through the shimmering waters of the Humber River in our illuminated Voyageur Canoe. The 11-seater canoe is setup with SUBMRG’s Under Glow Lighting System, which ... »
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Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory, 123 Hillsview Drive, Richmond Hill
July 23, 2026 To August 10, 2026
$20 to $30
Jurassic Kingdom, the largest touring outdoor dinosaur show of its kind, featuring more than 40 life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Visitors follow a curated trail of moving and roaring dinosaurs ... »
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Memorial Park Multi-Purpose Trail, 2 Park Dr, Whitchurch-Stouffville
July 23, 2026 To August 27, 2026
Free
SKATEVAN, the new roller skating pop-up from SUSO Skate Co, is rolling into Stouffville every Thursday until the end of August. Free roller skate rentals provided by ... »
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Island Yacht Club, 2 Muggs Island. Toronto
July 20, 2026 To August 14, 2026
416 203 2582
$475-$550
Adventure Camp is back for another exciting summer! Kids and teens will explore the outdoors, build skills, and make lasting memories through activities like hiking, paddling, sports, ... »
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Daydream Adventures Scarborough, 489 Brimley Road, Toronto
July 19, 2026 To September 7, 2026
437-245-4535
$40-46
This is Toronto’s only art installation escape room – a little hidden gem in the city. Family-friendly adventures that spark imagination. We build worlds and tell stories ... »
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The Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto
July 18, 2026 To November 29, 2026
$36.05 & up
Step inside a real 1800s village transformed into Canada’s largest immersive open-world puzzle adventure. Lost & Found invites you to explore 30 acres and 43 historic buildings at ... »
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Ontario Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
July 15, 2026 To August 5, 2026
4163250061
$20 to $30
Step into history and discover one of Toronto’s best-kept dining secrets! Tour Highlights: Begin with a 30-minute guided tour where you explore the iconic Legislative Building ... »
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Downsview Airport Lands (YZD), 30 Hanover Road, North York
July 10, 2026 To August 16, 2026
$18.90 & up
After touring over 100 cities in 24 countries and entering CNN’s list of “Must-See” exhibitions, Art of the Brick is coming to Toronto. The exhibit immerses the visitor ... »
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Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
July 10, 2026 To December 23, 2026
905-683-8401
21.80
A Taste of Science: Sensory Explorers Children dive into the science of food and the senses through hands-on experiments, creative crafts, and weekly visits to the Taste ... »
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Burlington Centre, 777 Guelph Line, Burlington
July 9, 2026 To August 2, 2026
General Admission: $28.99/person
The Royal Duck Bounce Park is bringing giant inflatables, slides, and family fun for all ages. Whether you’re making memories, burning off energy, or planning a ... »
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University of Toronto Scarborough, 1265 Military Trail, Toronto
July 6, 2026 To August 28, 2026
$331 to $834
Our Summer Camp programs run throughout July and August and offer engaging, hands-on experiences for children and youth. Themed weekly camps for ages 6-12 explore exciting topics ... »
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Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, North York
June 29, 2026 To August 28, 2026
4167897011
$265-485
Summer Camps return to the Columbus Centre from June 29 – August 28! From the general All-In-One Camp Experience to specialty camps in Basketball, Pickleball, Tennis, Cooking, Sports, and more, ... »
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Kelso Lavender Farm, 8649 Appleby Line, Campbellville
June 20, 2026 To August 10, 2026
647 473 4007
$15.90 - $21.20
Kelso Lavender Farm is a 20-acre field with over 25,000 lavender plants and other flowers! Enjoy a calm, beautiful stroll through the purple hills and take some lovely ... »
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Mountsberg Conservation Area (Reservations Required), Milburough Line, Campbellville
June 20, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$149 +HST plus park admission for a maximum of 2 people
Experience having a free-flying hawk fly and land next to you! During this private program, you will join our Raptor Centre staff and one of our trained ... »
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Under the Big Top, 2150 Lake Shore Blvd. W, Toronto
June 18, 2026 To August 30, 2026
877-924-7783
Varies
Poetically guided by light (‘luz’ in Spanish) and rain (‘lluvia’), LUZIA chronicles the encounters of a parachuted traveler with the culture, nature and mythology of a dreamlike ... »
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Mountsberg Conservation Area (Reservations Required), Milburough Line, Campbellville
June 13, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$10 +HST per person plus park admission
Join our Raptor Centre staff to meet some of our resident raptors, and learn more about their incredible features plus how we care for them. »
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Chudleigh’s Entertainment Farm, 9528 Regional Road 25, Halton Hills, Halton
May 29, 2026 To October 31, 2026
(905) 878-9547
$13 - $14.50
Take a walk in the orchard garden, enjoy a wagon ride around the farm, stop by the playground and run on our haybales, visit friendly farm animals ... »
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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, 288 Bremner Blvd., Toronto
May 25, 2026 To August 31, 2026
$13.50 - $46.00
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada has a brand-new exhibit inspired by Toronto’s creative spirit. Graffiti Reef: Painted by Nature is a first-of-its-kind experience that blends the ... »
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Power Plant, 231 Queens Quay West, Toronto
April 25, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
This spring, The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery invites visitors to freely interact with the artworks in Colourful Parachutes: Imagining Alternative Futures Through the Power of Play, ... »
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Great activities but you missed to add boat party. In Toronto, you can easily hire a boat and go for boating to spend quality and unforgettable time.
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.
LOVE IT! Need more PIRATES!
Join the crew in search of sunken treasure on centre island!
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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/
You should check out the “Central Counties” tourism website. They have a great list of family friendly events happening around Toronto.
Free admission at Birchmount Pool for leisure swim today - thumbs up to that :)
Wonderful Victoria Day 2014 fireworks at Ashbridge's Bay Park: https://vimeo.com/95861930