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Winter Festival of Lights Niagara Falls Ontario

2024 Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the longer nights of winter by visiting a winter Light Festival! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss.

Ghost Walks GTA

Ghost Walks and Historical Tours

Get into the spirit of Halloween with a Spooky Historical Tour of your city! Ghost walks are offered in a number of locations across Ontario throughout the fall season.

Perfect Back to School Picture Books for Kids

Start the school year with a smile! These back-to-school picture books are the perfect picks to ease first-day jitters and spark excitement for the year of adventures ahead. Each one is sure to make that first day a little brighter for your young student. A Few of Our Favourite Kids Books for Back to School A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of

GTA Lavender Fields

Visit a Lavender Farm In & Around The GTA

Visiting lavender fields makes for a colourful day trip or weekend getaway from the city! Whether with the family or just you and your special someone, experience incredible views of lavender stretched as far as the eye can see. After a day spent in endless fields of gorgeous blooms, shop for luxurious lavender products like essential oils, soaps and scent sachets. Read on for some

Fun Farms for Kids and Families in Ontario

Fun Farms for Families to Visit in Ontario

A visit to a farm is a fun and educational experience for both kids and parents. It offers children a chance to interact with farm animals, explore the outdoors, and learn about where their food comes from in a hands-on way. From picking fresh produce to enjoying farm activities like petting zoos and wagon rides, these trips create lasting memories. It’s a wonderful way to

Mother's Day Books

20+ Picture Books for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we’ve rounded up some beautiful picture books to add to your bedtime library.  These stories celebrate the special connection between mom and child, some are funny, some are sweet and a few just might make you cry! Do you have a favourite book about mom? Please share it in the comments below. Our Favourite Kids Books to

Solar Eclipse Viewing Events Around the GTA

Where to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse in and around the GTA There will be a solar eclipse in on Monday, April 8th 2024 and the GTA will be partially in it’s path! Toronto School boards have added a PA day on Monday and that means that many families can plan to experience the celestial event together. There are a few special events taking places

Top 10 Things to Do March Break 2024

Plan for a Fun March Break with New Experiences and Family Fun March Break is just around the corner, and now is the time to plan how you’ll keep the kids busy and entertained. The GTA has a great line-up of family events, kids camps and fun activities for all ages and interests. Explore a museum, or zoo, hike the great outdoors, grab a seat

Favourite kids books about maple syrup

Maple Syrup Season Books for Kids

March is the beginning of all things Maple! As the sweetest season kicks-off, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a book that transports kids to the sugar shack – then plan a visit to a real Maple Syrup Farm right here in Ontario! 10+ Kids Books to Celebrate Maple Syrup Season 1. O Canada, I Love Maple Syrup! by Aine Moorad Zayd’s been

Maple Syrup Festivals Guide: Southern Ontario

Maple Syrup Festivals GTA Family Guide – Spring 2024 Spring is just around the corner and with it a very sweet time of year has arrived in Ontario – the sap is running, and that can only mean one thing – Maple Syrup! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, learn how many buckets of sap make a litre of syrup, and hop on a wagon ride! Maple

The Best Museums for Families To Explore in Ontario

Discover Family-Friendly Museums in and around the GTA Grab your family and embark on an educational expedition at South Central Ontario’s museums! Learning doesn’t have to be confined to google searches and classrooms, museums weave a tapestry of knowledge with fun, fostering curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for the world around us. From the ROM’s incredible historical artifacts to the one of a kind exhibits and

Top 10 Things to Do Family Day Weekend 2024

Plan a Weekend of New Experiences & Family Fun With Family Day just around the corner, it’s time to gear up for a weekend of fun and adventure. The GTA has many awesome events and activities for all ages and interests. Whether you’re into exploring the great outdoors, getting lost in captivating cultural experiences, or simply chilling out with your loved ones, there’s no shortage

Lunar New Year Events in and around the GTA

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon this weekend and throughout February with cultural performances and displays. Click to discover fun Lunar New Year activities for families across the city. Celebrate the Year of the Dragon 2024 Lunar New Year Celebrations in the GTA 2024 Lunar Lanterns Feb 2, 2024  to Feb 29, 2024 Varley Art Gallery of Markham Soar through the imaginations of Indigenous artists

Winter Festivals 2024

Winter Carnivals & Festivals Around the GTA

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Get into the spirit at a winter festival. Winter carnivals are typically held in January, February & March and are a great way to beat those winter blues! Ontario winter festivals often include fun activities like ice carving, dog sled racing, traditional winter games, trail walks, winter lights, maple syrup, snow shoeing, sledding, skating and plenty of other

Winter Fun Guide: Cross-Country Nordic Ski Trails

Heading into the forest in the winter can be an almost magical outing for the whole family. Find a trail for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing below, forest tracts make great winter trails as well.

Outdoor Skating Rinks and Trails Toronto and Southern Ontario

Winter Fun Guide: Outdoor Skating Rinks

An ever growing guide to outdoor natural and synthetic skating rinks in York Region, Durham, Toronto, Peel and Halton Region. Find a rink near you to spend a fun, fresh, memorable day with the family!

Snow Tube Hills Ontario

Winter Tubing in Southern Ontario

It’s time to dig out the toboggans and enjoy the powder while it lasts. Find toboggan hills in York and Durham Regions as well as some Toronto toboggan hills you can check out for a fun filled day with the family.

Winter Festival of Lights Niagara Falls Ontario

2024 Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the longer nights of winter by visiting a winter Light Festival! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss.

Ghost Walks GTA

Ghost Walks and Historical Tours

Get into the spirit of Halloween with a Spooky Historical Tour of your city! Ghost walks are offered in a number of locations across Ontario throughout the fall season.

Perfect Back to School Picture Books for Kids

Start the school year with a smile! These back-to-school picture books are the perfect picks to ease first-day jitters and spark excitement for the year of adventures ahead. Each one is sure to make that first day a little brighter for your young student. A Few of Our Favourite Kids Books for Back to School A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of

GTA Lavender Fields

Visit a Lavender Farm In & Around The GTA

Visiting lavender fields makes for a colourful day trip or weekend getaway from the city! Whether with the family or just you and your special someone, experience incredible views of lavender stretched as far as the eye can see. After a day spent in endless fields of gorgeous blooms, shop for luxurious lavender products like essential oils, soaps and scent sachets. Read on for some

Fun Farms for Kids and Families in Ontario

Fun Farms for Families to Visit in Ontario

A visit to a farm is a fun and educational experience for both kids and parents. It offers children a chance to interact with farm animals, explore the outdoors, and learn about where their food comes from in a hands-on way. From picking fresh produce to enjoying farm activities like petting zoos and wagon rides, these trips create lasting memories. It’s a wonderful way to

Mother's Day Books

20+ Picture Books for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we’ve rounded up some beautiful picture books to add to your bedtime library.  These stories celebrate the special connection between mom and child, some are funny, some are sweet and a few just might make you cry! Do you have a favourite book about mom? Please share it in the comments below. Our Favourite Kids Books to

Solar Eclipse Viewing Events Around the GTA

Where to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse in and around the GTA There will be a solar eclipse in on Monday, April 8th 2024 and the GTA will be partially in it’s path! Toronto School boards have added a PA day on Monday and that means that many families can plan to experience the celestial event together. There are a few special events taking places

Top 10 Things to Do March Break 2024

Plan for a Fun March Break with New Experiences and Family Fun March Break is just around the corner, and now is the time to plan how you’ll keep the kids busy and entertained. The GTA has a great line-up of family events, kids camps and fun activities for all ages and interests. Explore a museum, or zoo, hike the great outdoors, grab a seat

Favourite kids books about maple syrup

Maple Syrup Season Books for Kids

March is the beginning of all things Maple! As the sweetest season kicks-off, it’s the perfect time to curl up with a book that transports kids to the sugar shack – then plan a visit to a real Maple Syrup Farm right here in Ontario! 10+ Kids Books to Celebrate Maple Syrup Season 1. O Canada, I Love Maple Syrup! by Aine Moorad Zayd’s been

Maple Syrup Festivals Guide: Southern Ontario

Maple Syrup Festivals GTA Family Guide – Spring 2024 Spring is just around the corner and with it a very sweet time of year has arrived in Ontario – the sap is running, and that can only mean one thing – Maple Syrup! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, learn how many buckets of sap make a litre of syrup, and hop on a wagon ride! Maple

The Best Museums for Families To Explore in Ontario

Discover Family-Friendly Museums in and around the GTA Grab your family and embark on an educational expedition at South Central Ontario’s museums! Learning doesn’t have to be confined to google searches and classrooms, museums weave a tapestry of knowledge with fun, fostering curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for the world around us. From the ROM’s incredible historical artifacts to the one of a kind exhibits and

Top 10 Things to Do Family Day Weekend 2024

Plan a Weekend of New Experiences & Family Fun With Family Day just around the corner, it’s time to gear up for a weekend of fun and adventure. The GTA has many awesome events and activities for all ages and interests. Whether you’re into exploring the great outdoors, getting lost in captivating cultural experiences, or simply chilling out with your loved ones, there’s no shortage

Lunar New Year Events in and around the GTA

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon this weekend and throughout February with cultural performances and displays. Click to discover fun Lunar New Year activities for families across the city. Celebrate the Year of the Dragon 2024 Lunar New Year Celebrations in the GTA 2024 Lunar Lanterns Feb 2, 2024  to Feb 29, 2024 Varley Art Gallery of Markham Soar through the imaginations of Indigenous artists

Winter Festivals 2024

Winter Carnivals & Festivals Around the GTA

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Get into the spirit at a winter festival. Winter carnivals are typically held in January, February & March and are a great way to beat those winter blues! Ontario winter festivals often include fun activities like ice carving, dog sled racing, traditional winter games, trail walks, winter lights, maple syrup, snow shoeing, sledding, skating and plenty of other

Winter Fun Guide: Cross-Country Nordic Ski Trails

Heading into the forest in the winter can be an almost magical outing for the whole family. Find a trail for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing below, forest tracts make great winter trails as well.

Outdoor Skating Rinks and Trails Toronto and Southern Ontario

Winter Fun Guide: Outdoor Skating Rinks

An ever growing guide to outdoor natural and synthetic skating rinks in York Region, Durham, Toronto, Peel and Halton Region. Find a rink near you to spend a fun, fresh, memorable day with the family!

Snow Tube Hills Ontario

Winter Tubing in Southern Ontario

It’s time to dig out the toboggans and enjoy the powder while it lasts. Find toboggan hills in York and Durham Regions as well as some Toronto toboggan hills you can check out for a fun filled day with the family.

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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