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2023 Holiday Event Fun Guide

Updated November 27, 2023 It’s the season for festive events and holiday outings. This year the GTA has some magical new events, along with annual favourites that you

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

There are hundreds of picture books for the Holidays – but only a few that have a Canadian twist! View a few fun favourites in this round-up. Add one to your storytime library to get the kids in the mood for the festive day! (Not that they usually need much help!)

Winter Festival of Lights Niagara Falls Ontario

2023 Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Photo: Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls Ontario – Nov 18, 2023 to Jan 7, 2024 Brighten up the longer nights of winter by visiting a Festival

Easter Events Guide for GTA Families

Easter Events for Families in the GTA

Find Family Events, Easter Egg Hunts, themed activities and Maple Syrup festivals across the GTA and surrounding areas in our annual guide. Many events require reservations so be sure to plan ahead!

2022 Top Toys Holiday Guide

2022 Top Toys for Kids Holiday Guide

We’ve rounded up some of the hottest toys for your 2022 holiday shopping along with a few more of our favourites. Some of these toys are selling out

Ontario Christmas Markets

The Best Holiday Markets of 2022

Holiday and Christmas markets are wonderful events to find unique Christmas gifts. In the past few years many markets had to go virtual but 2022 brings us many

What's ON Holidays

Holiday Event Fun Guide

It’s the season for festive events and holiday outings. This year the GTA has some magical new events, along with annual favourites that you and your family are sure to enjoy. Most events require advance tickets so be sure to plan ahead!

Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the long dark days of winter by visiting a Festival of Lights! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss, and with more and more events being held each year it’s easy to find one (or two!) near you!

Winter Festivals Guide

Winter Carnivals and Festivals

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Find Holiday Lights festivals as well as Winter Carnivals to beat those winter blues. Enjoy dog sled racing, traditional winter games, snow shoe, sledding and plenty of other creative winter activities.

Santa Claus Parade Schedules GTA

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.

What's ON Holidays

2023 Holiday Event Fun Guide

Updated November 27, 2023 It’s the season for festive events and holiday outings. This year the GTA has some magical new events, along with annual favourites that you and

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

Canadian Christmas Books for Kids

There are hundreds of picture books for the Holidays – but only a few that have a Canadian twist! View a few fun favourites in this round-up. Add one to your storytime library to get the kids in the mood for the festive day! (Not that they usually need much help!)

Winter Festival of Lights Niagara Falls Ontario

2023 Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Photo: Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls Ontario – Nov 18, 2023 to Jan 7, 2024 Brighten up the longer nights of winter by visiting a Festival of

Winter Festivals Guide for Toronto Families

Winter Carnivals and Festivals for Families

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Get into the spirit at a winter festival, and be sure to plan for the holiday season ahead, as many events require

Easter Events Guide for GTA Families

Easter Events for Families in the GTA

Find Family Events, Easter Egg Hunts, themed activities and Maple Syrup festivals across the GTA and surrounding areas in our annual guide. Many events require reservations so be sure to plan ahead!

2022 Top Toys Holiday Guide

2022 Top Toys for Kids Holiday Guide

We’ve rounded up some of the hottest toys for your 2022 holiday shopping along with a few more of our favourites. Some of these toys are selling out fast,

Ontario Christmas Markets

The Best Holiday Markets of 2022

Holiday and Christmas markets are wonderful events to find unique Christmas gifts. In the past few years many markets had to go virtual but 2022 brings us many more

What's ON Holidays

Holiday Event Fun Guide

It’s the season for festive events and holiday outings. This year the GTA has some magical new events, along with annual favourites that you and your family are sure to enjoy. Most events require advance tickets so be sure to plan ahead!

Winter Light Festivals in Ontario

Brighten up the long dark days of winter by visiting a Festival of Lights! These magical events are an experience that kids and couples shouldn’t miss, and with more and more events being held each year it’s easy to find one (or two!) near you!

Winter Festivals Guide

Winter Carnivals and Festivals

It’s time for some ‘cool’ outdoor play! Find Holiday Lights festivals as well as Winter Carnivals to beat those winter blues. Enjoy dog sled racing, traditional winter games, snow shoe, sledding and plenty of other creative winter activities.

Santa Claus Parade Schedules GTA

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.

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