Exceptions include December 31, 2025 and February 14, 2026 for Enchanted Evenings.Featuring: Two twinkling trails — the Illuminated Sugar Bush (~1 km) and the Winterlit Trail (~1 km) Sustainably sourced, illuminated art installations Cozy by Fireside Lounges Bring a book to swap for a “new to you” read in our cozy ‘Book Nook’ Play board games at the ‘Book Nook’ Learn all about the animals […]
Join Toronto Zoo Guardians for daily animal talks featuring some of the Zoo’s most fascinating residents, including Amur tigers, African lions, Arctic wolves, river otters, gorillas, meerkats and more. Guardians share behind-the-scenes insights into animal care, conservation efforts, and how enrichment supports physical and mental well-being. Depending on the talk, families may also see animals at mealtime, learn about their diets, and observe natural behaviours […]
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 […]
Save $5 After 5 Visit the aquarium for Sharks After Dark and save by visiting after 5:00 p.m. Sharks After Dark allows you to experience the aquarium with less hustle and bustle and save money! Whether you’re exploring Planet Jellies or watching the sharks swim in the Dangerous Lagoon, this opportunity is the perfect chance to visit outside of our peak hours! By visiting outside […]
On Saturday, February 7, 2026, your Toronto Zoo is joining the international celebration of efforts to Reverse the Red for at risk species, and sharing our contributions to conserving Canadian species! This year, for Reverse the Red Day, we are proud to announce that we are making an official Species Pledge to Reverse the Red for the critically endangered Vancouver Island marmot. Working with our […]
Free Presentation at Downsview Park! Want to learn more about the benefits of nature for your physical and mental health? Join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., for an exciting indoor presentation with Charles-Antoine Rouyer, an expert in urban health! 📍 Downsview Park 🎟️ Free event – registration required: https://downsviewpark.ca/events/urban-ecology-and-urban-health-benefits-nature-human-health-english Come learn, share, and get inspired! 🌱✨
Join us for a Family Day outdoor adventure! Kids and families can let their imaginations lead the way while they explore our tree-house villages during this 2-hour experience. Travel from tree-house to tree-house along wood bridges and net-walkways, then descend to the ground on slides and ramps! Enjoy other nature activities such as mini-treetop courses, play nets, and forest pathways. Each Treewalk Village is unique […]
Ontario Family Fishing Events is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario waters without the otherwise mandatory fishing version outdoors card. New this year, the Ontario Government has designated four periods throughout the year as license-free: Family Fishing Weekend (February 14 – 16, 2026) Mother’s Day Weekend (May 9 & 10, 2026) Father’s Day Weekend (June 20 & 21, 2026) Family Fishing Week […]
Join us during Family Day weekend to discover cool critters such as: Giant Millipedes Malaysian Jungle Nymphs Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches Thorny Devil stick bugs Tailed Whip Scorpions Spiny Stick Bugs Hornworm caterpillars …and more! We’ll have fun, self-guided programming for you to access both on-site and virtually. Purchase timeslots online. Regular Admission applies.
Get ready for a pawsome Family Day Long Weekend adventure filled with whiskers, wonder, and wild cats! Gabby from the hit series Gabby’s Dollhouse, known for her magical cat ears and love of all things feline, is visiting your Toronto Zoo for a special meet-and-greet. Families are invited to join Gabby for a fun-filled day of smiles, photos, and purr-fectly magical moments that little fans […]
The Elliott Tree Farm 2026 Maple Syrup Experience kicks off on Saturday February 14 for Family Day Weekend! Join us within an hour of the GTA for our annual Canadian tradition with our famous pancake breakfast at the Horse Barn Canteen, followed by a 10 – 15-minute sugarbush trail walk to enjoy our sugarbush experience where you will visit our sugar shack, check sap buckets, […]
Recommended for children aged 4-10, all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Celebrate love by treating the children in your life to a pancake breakfast at the Zoo. Meet some of our animal ambassadors to learn why we love all animals, even if at first, we might think they are gross, smelly or cheeky! Cost: $28 (Does not include Zoo admission, […]
Recommended for children aged 4-10, all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Celebrate love by treating the children in your life to a pancake breakfast at the Zoo. Meet some of our animal ambassadors to learn why we love all animals, even if at first, we might think they are gross, smelly or cheeky! Cost: $28 (Does not include Zoo admission, […]
Visit Sibbald Point Provincial Park this winter for an evening journey lit only by fire and the stars. This journey takes approximately 1 – 1.5 hours to complete depending on your hiking pace. Hike between the hours of 6:30pm and 9pm on your own or join a guided hike led by Sibbald Point’s Discovery team that will meet at the trailhead. Guided hikes will start […]
Join the cause and move YOUR paws to help one of the world's most vulnerable species! Support our polar bear family!
Visit our tropical oasis during March Break and be dazzled by 1000’s of blue morpho butterflies! Extended hours between March 14-22, 2026 from 9am – 6pm. Situated on a 107 acre site which includes the environmentally sensitive Kossuth Bog, the 25,000 square foot facility includes a 10,800 square foot indoor tropical garden featuring thousands of free-flying butterflies. The conservatory also hosts a variety of tropical […]
Get your kids outside and exploring in all seasons! March Break day camp at the Humber Arboretum is all about embracing the great nature connection opportunities created by the changing seasons. This March Break give your child the opportunity to get outside, get active, and develop a lasting appreciation for the natural environment. The Humber Arboretum's March Break Nature Camp is for ages 6 to […]
Spend your March Break with us! RBG offers camp experiences for campers aged 5-12. From exploring our trails and forests to following animal tracks and see where they go, your child will have fun exploring nature with us. Come for a day or spend the week with us exploring and enjoying the natural world. Drop-off: 8:30–9 a.m. | Pick-up: 4–4:30 p.m. (extended care available) For ages 5 to 12 […]
Our March Break camps will take place Friday March 10 and Monday March 10-14, 2025. Campers will enjoy the warmer weather and get a start on planting in our organic farm garden! Earthbound Kids offers both Saddle Club and Camp Treetop programs over the spring break. Saddle Club Camp All riding levels are welcome – Beginner to Advanced! Ages 6-12. Camp includes a 45 minute […]
Celebrate Dad with a Day of Outdoor Adventure! This Father’s Day, step away from the hustle and reconnect with nature at Kortright! We’ve crafted a fun, hands-on day for families to explore the great outdoors together. Activities Include: 🔥 Fire Building – Learn the basics of fire safety and try your hand at building and lighting a fire (with supervision, of course!). 🏕️ Shelter Building […]
Kids Events and Fun Things To Do in Toronto, York Region, Peel, Durham, Halton, Simcoe County and Southern Ontario for Families.
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