What’s ON: Family Day in the GTA
Celebrate Family Day - February 18, 2019
Festivals, workshops, special exhibits, activities and more all weekend long! Find out What's ON for Family Day 2019...
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 or help us grow this list by recommending a rink to add!
Winter Carnivals and Festivals
It's time for some 'cool' outdoor play! Winter carnivals are held in January and February each year - and are a great way to beat those winter blues. See dog sled racing, participate in traditional winter games, snow shoe, sledding and plenty of other creative winter activities.
Winter Fun Guide: Tobogganing & Tubing
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 Fun Guide: Skiing & Snowboarding
Family Time on the Slopes - Skiing has become our favourite family activity. Southern Ontario has hills big enough for the whole family to have plenty of fun on and many offer private and group lessons. Find Ski & Snowboarding in Southern Ontario...
New Years Family Event Guide
Happy New Year! Ring in the New Year with the whole family at a first night family event or free skate. Find an event near you in our local guide to family friendly New Year's Celebrations and Free Skating events in and around the GTA!
The Perfect Tree – Keep it Real!
With Christmas just around the corner, many will recall last years trek, axe in hand, circling evergreens and sizing up countless prickly specimens. For many families this annual tree hunt is a favorite holiday tradition so it's nice to know that not only is it a great winter outing but it's also the earth friendly choice.
Santa Claus Parade Guide
Ho Ho Ho! It's that time of year - ready or not - here comes Santa! Find a parade in your area or make it a family trip to visit somewhere new! There are so many great parades in the GTA and north of Toronto.
Funtastic Fall Fairs & Festivals
The Fall season is one of the best times of the year for family events and outings! This colourful (and cooler!) season brings so any opportunities to head out with the kids and make lasting memories and traditions!
Apple Picking in and around the GTA
Treat the family to a day out celebrating fall and it's local harvest of delicious Ontario apples! See below for a handy list of apple orchards in the GTA and Southern Ontario. If you know of a great spot that is not in our list please share it with our readers by commenting below.
Father’s Day Events
Plan the perfect family day out to celebrate DAD! Find special events for families in our Father's Day weekend guide.
Summer Camp Programs Guide
The summer season gives parents a great opportunity to expose their children to new experiences. It's a time for making new friends, enjoying new...
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