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Register for FREE Workshops, Talks, and Events in Scarborough!
Expand your creativity and/or discover a new medium or hobby at Scarborough Arts' SA Suite of Workshops Winter/Spring 2018! Choose from workshops, talks, and events covering all art forms and disciplines including visual art (SA Creates/SA Kids), literary (SA Writes), and creative movement (SA Moves) led by local artists and arts educators. Some workshops and events that we're offering this season include zine-making, explorations in batik, tissue-paper stained glass, African movement and dance, and more! All workshops are open to…
Find out more »Open Studio For Kids!
Join us for a free 9-day celebration of creative learning Princess storytelling Listen to a story from a real fairytale princess! Feel free to come dressed as your favourite character Swap a children's book Drop off books they’ve outgrown and pick up new ones! Kids art gallery & contest Your child could win a prize! Face painting Bring your child’s imagination to life Celebrate learning Parents can also learn more about saving for post-secondary Education with knowledge first financial Drop…
Find out more »Weekend Nature Play in The Children’s Garden
Explore, experience and play with nature in the Children's Garden. Taste what's cooking and take part in hands-on projects, crafts, games and more every weekend. This unique program and dynamic space requires parents and guardians to supervise their children while co-creating a magical world of possibilities. The Children’s Garden is suitable for children of all ages as it inspires them to use their imagination in open-ended play. Here, children have the freedom to be the architects of their environment, to invent and build…
Find out more »Doors Open Toronto
The 19th annual Doors Open Toronto presented by Great Gulf provides an opportunity to see inside more than 130 of the most architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings across the city. This year’s theme, “Film: The Great Romance” explores the city’s film and television industry. With more than 1,400 on-location film, television and digital media productions taking place in the city each year, Toronto is North America’s third largest screen-based production centre and the heart of Canada’s film and…
Find out more »Doors Open Toronto at Evergreen Brick Works
On Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 join us for a guided tour of the Evergreen Brick Works site. Each day there will be one guided tour at 2pm where visitors will learn about the past, present and future of the Don Valley Brick Works industrial architecture through the lenses of sustainable green design. Visitors can put on their walking shoes as they tour the building campus and learn about how Evergreen and partners reclaimed and revitalized this former industrial site…
Find out more »Movie Nights at Celebration Square
Let's Stargaze! Grab a blanket and join your friends and neighbours under the night sky at the City's biggest outdoor theatre. Watch classics, blockbuster hits and family feel-good favourites on the Celebration Square big screens. Starting June 7, settle in for some pre-movie action with Live with Khaled I at 7:30pm. Movie Line-up: Thursday May 24 - Wonder Woman Thursday May 31 - Toy Story Thursday June 7 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Thursday June 14 - Mrs.…
Find out more »Dundas West Fest
This June, Dundas West -- one of Toronto’s trendiest and most eclectic destinations -- will once again host the city’s hottest festival. Spanning 12 city blocks from Dundas Street West to Ossington Street over to Landsdowne Avenue, the annual Dundas West Festival invites Toronto to become immersed in the neighbourhood’s unique creative local flavor. Whether you participate in a samba lesson, sample delicious local food from around the world, witness the world's largest brass band ever, or join the kids on…
Find out more »Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville
FREE ADMISSION! Spend the day exploring the heritage, culture, and the community of Whitchurch-Stouffville. Each attraction will offer a unique experience. Participate in behind-the-scenes tours, activities, and more. For more information or a complete list of this year’s sites, please go to www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/ws.
Find out more »The Cool Kids Concert
Fun, interactive musical adventure with children’s entertainer Marky Weinstock. An epic hour of silly songs, rhymes and traditional children’s songs, all with a Jewish twist. Admission Free, Bialik Hebrew Day School, 2760 Bathurst www.jewishmusicweek.com Part of Jewish Music Week in Toronto: Sunday June 3 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Find out more »Mill Pond Splash
Mill Pond Splash is a lively, family oriented event showcasing environmental conservation and our natural heritage. With wildlife displays, live music, tree and shrub planting, stream sampling, and environmental displays - there's lots to see and do!
Find out more »The Little Craft’s Fun Filled Festival
Teaming up with The Newmarket Car Club with their annual Main Street Car Show and now adding Riverwalk Commons! Making this Festival an event for the whole family! Vendors of all sorts! Wood Burnt Signs Automotive Embroidery Baked Goods Beauty Handcrafted Products And so many more! Live Band Face painting Henna Tattoos Photo Booth Food Trucks Stay tuned for a list of all vendors and activities!
Find out more »Downsview Park Nature Connection
A FREE nature program for families. Connect with your natural world and come out to Downsview Park! All ages are welcome.* Downsview Park staff will take you on a free indoor/outdoor Park program based on nature-themed topics to get you exploring the natural world, starting with Downsview Park! Each two-hour program will explore a natural theme. Activities will be flexible to reflect the interest of participants. Nature Connection runs every 2nd and 4th Sunday, unless otherwise noted. Check out our…
Find out more »Woodbridge Village Farmers Market Opening Day
Opening Day at the Market: The Woodbridge Village Farmers Market is a friendly, big hearted market located on the northwest corner of Hwy #7 and Islington Ave., at the Woodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena parking lot. The market runs every Saturday, rain or shine, between 9am and 1pm from June 16 until Thanksgiving, October 13, 2018. There is plenty of free parking at our market. Our local farmer vendors are passionate about their produce. Our volunteers are always there to…
Find out more »Take a Ride for MacKids
This event offers many attractions and heavy equipment for the family to enjoy; from a magic show, face painting, food trucks and a helicopter ride to experiencing what it's like to sit in the front seat of airplanes, bulldozers and excavators! Take a Ride for MacKids was established in 2015 to help in raising $650,000 to create a new, stand-alone, quality, modern nephrology clinic conveniently located within the McMaster Children's Hospital. The Caring for Little Kidney's Fund was created to…
Find out more »Yorkville Exotic Car Show
The Bloor-Yorkville area, Toronto’s destination neighbourhood for high-end boutiques, restaurants and hotels welcomes everyone to the 8th Annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show on Father’s Day, June 17, 2018 from 12 noon to 5 pm. This spectacular red-carpet event will take place on the “Mink Mile” section of Bloor Street, one of the most luxurious shopping streets in North America. Bloor Street will be closed to traffic between Avenue Road and Bay Street so visitors can walk the red carpet and…
Find out more »Redpath Waterfront Festival, presented by Billy Bishop Airport
It is going to be INCREDIBALL! The Redpath Waterfront Festival is back June 22-24 with carefree fun, endless entertainment and classic summer eats! Have a ball exploring HTO Pendulum Wave, presented by Menkes, a larger-than-life installation made up of six, 6.5" tall motorized beach balls. Catch a performance of Aqua Cirque, a water-inspired circus show. Stick around after performances, and kids can learn a few tricks of their own at guided workshops led by the acrobats. For more thrills, bounce…
Find out more »Taste of Global 2018
Your favorite taste at your doorstep! Its part of Global Village Festival 2018 You can find any tastes, Chinese, Thai, Korean, Middle Eastern, Indian, South Asian, Vietnamese, American, Caribbean, ... at your doorstep. The Most Largest Multicultural Festival of Canada - Hundreds of Performances - Over 50 languages and communities Saturday & Sunday 23-24 June, 2018 Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto 416-500-0007 2 Days of Family Festival with amazing activities for all (children to seniors). Special Community participate…
Find out more »Solar Observing at the Ontario Science Centre
Safely observe the Sun* with specially filtered telescopes. Learn about our nearest star and try your eye at spotting exotic surface features, including sunspots, spicules, and prominences. January 27 February 24 March 24 April 28 May 26 June 23 July 28 August 25 September 22 October 27 November 24 December 22 10 am - 12 pm * Weather permitting. In the event of cloud cover, program will be rescheduled to the following Saturday. TELUSCAPE Outside Main Entrance
Find out more »Canada Music Festival 2018
Part of The Most Largest Multicultural Festival of Canada - Hundreds of Performances - Over 50 languages and communities Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto 416-500-0007
Find out more »Township of Scugog Canada Day 2018
The Township of Scugog celebrates Canada Day in Palmer Park! Join us on July 1 for unforgettable fun and entertainment! Our celebrations kick off at 10:30 a.m. with a parade through Historic Downtown Port Perry, featuring our annual "Vettes for Vets", along with antique cars, local athletes, fife & drum and pipe bands, historical characters, and more! While the parade ends in Palmer Park, the fun has only just begun! After opening ceremonies, the day is packed full of live…
Find out more »Georgina 200 Homecoming Canada Day Event
Georgina is marking its 200th anniversary in 2018! As part of the festivities, the Town of Georgina is hosting a combined Georgina 200 Homecoming/Canada Day Event on Sunday, July 1, 2018. Canada Day Celebration 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. followed by fireworks at 10 p.m., The ROC Join us at The ROC for a day full of exciting free festivities for the whole family! Enjoy live entertainment, children's activities, inflatables, food and much more. When the night falls, enjoy a…
Find out more »Jr. Forest Explorers at Downsview Park
Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required. This program is for children 1.5-3 years old. Participants may sign up for one session or all the sessions. Monday July 9, 2018: Forest Explorers Take a mini hike through Downsview Park’s forest and participate in a summer scavenger hunt. Monday July 16, 2018: Downsview Park Wildlife Wondering what lives in Downsview Park? Play some…
Find out more »Register for FREE Music Program for Youth in Scarborough!
Are you interested in writing and performing your own music? Are you between the ages of 16 and 24? Register for Scarborough Arts’ EAST: Mixtape Challenge! Work with musicians and producers to learn about beats, flow, performance, songwriting, song structure, and artists’ rights. At the end of this intensive 16-week program, participants will have the opportunity to debut their songs at a live performance showcase in Scarborough. Visit www.scarborougharts.com today for more information on how to register! Contact Jen D.…
Find out more »Scarborough Afro-Carib Fest
The Award-Winning Scarborough Afro-Carib Fest (SACF) is back for an unforgettable experience! The dynamic and engaging festival will celebrate the diversity of African and Caribbean cultures through music, arts, dance, and cuisine to foster civic pride, engage audiences and to build a vibrant community! Join us for a FREE fun filled weekend for the whole family with activities for all ages, including live music and dance performances from diverse local and international artists, cultural vendors, ethnic food, drum and dance,…
Find out more »Toronto International Buskerfest
Bringing more than 100 street performers from across the world to the beach in Toronto in support of epilepsy. 4 days and 4 nights of continuous non-stop, side-splitting hilarity at Woodbine Park in Toronto! Visit the Family Fun Zone This area will features non-stop fun for the entire family. There will a face painting, balloon twisting, workshops for kids, a midway and busker acts from an incredible line up of international performers, all geared especially to the family audience. Admission…
Find out more »Canada Kids Festival 2018
The Canada Kids Festival 2018 is an amusing family event, free to attend by all. We strive to achieve our goal of packing as many non-stop, fun-filled, and secure activities for every age group to enjoy. The 22 and 23 September 2018 will host 10 hours of ultimate family entertainment at the Canada Kids Festival, Toronto.
Find out more »Vaughan Culture Days
Join Kortright staff by our picnic shelter to see what we have to offer all year round. Enjoy a campfire (bring your own items to roast), dissect an owl pellet, discover interesting creatures, talk to a naturalist and find other family friendly crafts and activities. Admission is FREE.
Find out more »Kawaii Land
An intersect of anime, cuteness, fashion, and design all under one roof in the heart of downtown Toronto. Come to Kawaii Land to be fascinated by all things ridiculously cute. Kawaii Land will make your life more whimsical. After the success of the Kawaii Cafe; mowgen has decided to expand from it's previous event theme pertaining to all things cute with Kawaii Land. Kawaii Land will be another community gathering and meet up event for cute fashion and cute artwork…
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