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  • Glow in the Wild at the Toronto Zoo

    Toronto Zoo 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada

    Something wild is glowing at the Toronto Zoo! Glow in the Wild is an all-new after-dark experience that transforms the Zoo into a spectacular illuminated adventure featuring more than 2,000 handcrafted lantern displays. Follow a 1.5-km outdoor route through the Zoo and discover larger-than-life animals, colourful illuminated displays and interactive photo opportunities inspired by wildlife, nature and cultural storytelling. The experience combines incredible artistry with […]

  • Ripley's Aquarium Planet Jellies

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    Ripley's Aquarium of Canada 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto, ON, Canada
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    Immerse yourself in a world of 20,000 aquatic animals and discover your own underwater adventure. 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 […]

  • Sensory Sunday Morning

    Featured Sensory Sunday Morning
    Ripley's Aquarium of Canada 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto, ON, Canada
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    Enjoy a more relaxed and welcoming aquarium experience during Sensory Sunday Mornings at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. Held on select Sunday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., these special sensory-friendly hours feature increased lighting, a music-free environment, and access to a quiet room for guests who may need a break during their visit. These sensory mornings were developed in partnership with Autism Ontario to […]

  • Sensory Sunday Morning

    Featured Sensory Sunday Morning
    Ripley's Aquarium of Canada 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto, ON, Canada
    Featured Event

    Enjoy a more relaxed and welcoming aquarium experience during Sensory Sunday Mornings at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. Held on select Sunday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., these special sensory-friendly hours feature increased lighting, a music-free environment, and access to a quiet room for guests who may need a break during their visit. These sensory mornings were developed in partnership with Autism Ontario to […]

  • Nature Connection: Fall Photo Walk

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    As the leaves change colour and the air turns crisp, take a moment to join us for a walk through the Park capturing all the signs of fall! Bring your cell phone, camera or other photo-taking devices to capture all the evidence of changing seasons. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are not permitted at this program. Service […]

    Free

  • Storytime At The Park

    Storytime At The Park
    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    NEW PROGRAM ALERT! The Downsview Park Education Team is excited to launch a new free outdoor program for families, with sessions offered in English and French! Families will enjoy: 📖 Interactive read-alouds of beloved books 🎨 Themed activities 🌳 Nature exploration 🍎 A light snack 😊 For children ages 3 to 9 and their accompanying adults   👉 Free registration at the weblink below. We […]

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  • Jr. Forest Explorers

    Jr. Forest Explorers: Celebration of Light and Sunshine
    Downsview Park Discovery Centre 70 Canuck Avenue, Toronto, ON, Canada

    Connect little ones with nature at Jr. Forest Explorers! Designed for children ages 18 months to three-and-a-half years, this 90-minute outdoor program encourages curious kids to explore, play and get their hands dirty through fun, hands-on activities. Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. Sessions take place entirely outdoors, so dress for the weather and bring a water bottle, sunscreen and bug spray […]

    Free

  • Jr. Forest Explorers: Fall Frolic

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    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 for all attendees. Fall Frolic: Fall is coming to an end and it is time to get outdoors for a forest frolic. Explore seasonal change in this late autumn activity. You must register to each session separately. Please request tickets […]

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  • First Light

    Sainte-Marie’s First Light

    Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons 16164 Highway 12 East, Midland, ON, Canada

    Now in its 26th year, First Light is an award-winning, must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family activities, a huge artisan market, and multiple nightly live musical performances, all amidst the spectacular glow of thousands of candles. This year, guests to explore two attractions for the price of one: Sainte-Marie and Martyrs’ Shrine! Enjoy all the classic elements of this beloved event… plus […]

    $15

  • Kawartha Illuminated Forest

    Kawartha Illuminated Forest

    Ken Reid Conservation Area 277 Kenrei Rd, Lindsay, Ontario, Canada

    Experience the quiet magic of the holiday season at Kawartha Conservation's Illuminated Forest! Returning to Ken Reid Conservation Area, this enchanting outdoor experience transforms the forest trails into a glowing wonderland filled with thousands of twinkling lights. Bring the family for a peaceful evening stroll beneath a canopy of shimmering white lights, surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest. The illuminated pathways create a […]

  • Nature Connection: Bonfire Program – food around the fire

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    We will be learning how to build fires, roasting some snacks and enjoying some time in the forest Pets are not permitted at this program. Service animals are always welcome. Please note this program is intended for individuals and families. Organized groups should book here. All ages are welcome but those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This education program […]

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  • Jr. Forest Explorers: Celebration of Light and Sunshine

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    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 for all attendees. Celebration of Light and Sunshine: Winter is a few days away and that means the darkest days of the year are almost behind us. Celebrate sunshine and light with us through a variety of seasonal activities. You […]

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  • A Day of Monarch Magic

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    Celebrate monarch butterflies and help create a healthier habitat for pollinators at Downsview Park! Families are invited to spend the day learning about these incredible migrating butterflies while helping transform the park’s south mound into a vibrant Monarch Mound filled with pollinator-friendly plants. Take part in guided pollinator walks, get your hands dirty during community planting sessions featuring milkweed and native prairie plants, and enjoy […]