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!

Free Online Storytime: Stories and Books for Kids

2026 Summer Camps Guide | GTA and Surrounding Area

FAMILY GUIDES

2026 Ribfests & Food Festivals | GTA and Southern Ontario

Whether you're craving comfort food or something new, these family-friendly summer events offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy delicious eats, live entertainment, and community fun under the…

2026 Spring Fairs & Festivals in and around the GTA

Discover the best spring festivals for families across Toronto and the GTA — from food and culture to music, crafts, and outdoor fun for kids. Updated regularly…

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…

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!

KIDS CLASSES & Activities

Online Learning Resources for Kids

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.

10+ of the Coolest Winter Science Experiments For Kids

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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Best Spots to Enjoy Cherry Blossom Season

There is nothing more delightful than viewing the beautiful cherry blossoms (aka ‘Sakura’) flowering each spring! Each year, thousands of…

Green Fun for the Whole Family: 12 Creative Ideas to Celebrate Earth Day

Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd. Did you know that it started as long ago as 1970?…

STUFF WE LOVE

Green Reading for Little Ones: Earth Day Books for Kids

Celebrate Earth Day with this curated list of engaging books for kids. From colourful picture books to inspiring stories about…

Cricut Explore 5 & Joy 2: Easy DIY Projects at Home

Cricut has launched its newest cutting machines — the Explore 5 and Cricut Joy 2 — designed to make DIY…

10 Sweet Spring Books for Kids

Looking for sweet spring books for kids? These charming stories feature playful bunnies, colourful eggs, blooming gardens, and seasonal adventures…

Favourite Maple Syrup Season Books for Kids

Late February and early March bring the start of all things maple. As the sweetest season kicks off, it’s the…

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