Kids Events, Programs, Camps and Things to Do for Families in Toronto, York Region, Durham, Halton, Peel & Simcoe County for Families.

What’s ON This Weekend for Families in Toronto & the GTA

Your weekend guide to family fun in and around the Toronto area. Updated weekly with the best family events, activities, festivals, shows and things to do with the kids. Find Fun Close to Home with Child's Life!

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Easter Events for Families in the GTA | 2026 Guide

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What's ON Earth Day in the GTA

Earth Day is officially on April 22, but you'll find many events all weekend, and even all month long. Many people are now naming April as 'earth…

2026 Summer Camps Guide | GTA and Surrounding Area

Explore top summer camps in the GTA for 2026—find the right fit for your child with options for every age and interest.

Easter Events for Families in the GTA | 2026 Guide

Find Easter egg hunts, spring festivals, farm events, and family activities happening across the GTA. Check back for new events as they’re announced!

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Discover fun, family-friendly escape rooms across the GTA. Find kid-appropriate themes, and great indoor adventures for birthdays, rainy days, or anytime.

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As a parent, you want your child to have the best education possible, and online learning resources make it easy to supplement classroom instruction. Find some great websites in this guide for Ontario kids!

Creativity Online: Virtual Programs for Kids

Discover the best online classes and virtual programs for kids, including art lessons, music classes, coding programs, cooking classes, and creative learning websites for kids of all ages.

Free Online Storytime: Stories and Books for Kids

Discover free online stories, audiobooks, and digital books for kids. These trusted websites make it easy to enjoy storytime anytime—perfect for quiet time, bedtime, or keeping kids engaged at home.

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Captivate curious minds with these winter science experiments for kids. Make frozen silly putty, bouncy snowballs, frozen bubbles, ice inukshuks and more!

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Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

With more than 5.7 million litres of water, North America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel! Families can get up close and personal with touch exhibits featuring scarlet cleaner shrimp and stingrays. This awe-inspiring attraction consists of ten carefully curated galleries showcasing a cross-section of saltwater and freshwater environments from around the world, starting with species from Toronto’s backyard, the Great Lakes basin.