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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
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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

Sometimes it’s the little things that are the most fun to open… and buy, but teens can be tricky, particularly boys!

Find family friendly Tree Farms in the GTA, York Region, Durham Region, Peel, Simcoe and Dufferin Counties. Many farms offer wagon or sleigh rides, hot chocolate and a bon fires!

Don’t leave the stocking until the last minute! We’ve put together some fun ideas to help you get inspired in creating an overflowing stocking of fun and original ideas this year. The items below are ideal for young kids between 3 and 7 years, but some might be great for older kids too!

Ho Ho Ho! Santa’s back in town and ready for your festive visit at GTA malls and special holiday events. The events below all feature Santa visits and

The holidays bring families in Ontario a selection of special festive shows, theatre and musicals that capture the spirit of the season! Make it a family tradition to

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!)

Shop Canadian-made brands and attend live talks with Andrea Buckett, Natalie Preddie, Sarah Gunn, and more Cottage season never ends at the 21st annual Fall Cottage Life Show, Canada’s

Shop local this year at a Holiday market! Enjoy browsing unique, one-of-a-kind gifts at a traditional Christmas or Holiday market, many with festive activities and crafts for kids

The Canadian Ski Council SnowPass is here – offering kids i grades 1-6 three complimentary lift tickets at participating ski areas, all across Canada.

The Canadian Holiday Train runs Nov 19 – Dec 21, 2025 for its 27th year of spreading holiday cheer and raising money, food and awareness for people struggling

Turn your child’s Halloween candy into a fun learning experiment. Kids become sugar detectives with this hands-on, energy-focused game.

Ho Ho Ho! Ready or not, here comes Santa! The Holiday Parade season in Ontario kicks off each year in November. View our guide to plan your child’s first Santa sighting of the season!

Halloween is over, and now the sugar haul has landed — pillowcases, pumpkin pails, and reusable bags bursting with candy. For parents, the excitement of trick-or-treating can quickly

Local guide to FREE events for kids and families Some of the best things in life are free! Find kids events in Toronto, Mississauga, York Region, Durham, Halton and Surrounding Areas.

During the February Ontario Family Fishing Event families can try ice fishing without the need for a fishing license! This is great way to try out the fun sport together as a family.

Halloween Nights of Lights & Pumpkinville return to the Greater Toronto Area at CF Sherway Gardens from September 27 to November 1, featuring the arrival of a new

Updated October 9, 2025 Get your family into the spooky spirit this season with a Halloween movie night! Zombies, were-rabbits, ghosts on the loose, a night in the

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

Sometimes it’s the little things that are the most fun to open… and buy, but teens can be tricky, particularly boys!

Find family friendly Tree Farms in the GTA, York Region, Durham Region, Peel, Simcoe and Dufferin Counties. Many farms offer wagon or sleigh rides, hot chocolate and a bon fires!

Don’t leave the stocking until the last minute! We’ve put together some fun ideas to help you get inspired in creating an overflowing stocking of fun and original ideas this year. The items below are ideal for young kids between 3 and 7 years, but some might be great for older kids too!

Ho Ho Ho! Santa’s back in town and ready for your festive visit at GTA malls and special holiday events. The events below all feature Santa visits and some

The holidays bring families in Ontario a selection of special festive shows, theatre and musicals that capture the spirit of the season! Make it a family tradition to grab

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!)

Shop Canadian-made brands and attend live talks with Andrea Buckett, Natalie Preddie, Sarah Gunn, and more Cottage season never ends at the 21st annual Fall Cottage Life Show, Canada’s largest

Shop local this year at a Holiday market! Enjoy browsing unique, one-of-a-kind gifts at a traditional Christmas or Holiday market, many with festive activities and crafts for kids and

The Canadian Ski Council SnowPass is here – offering kids i grades 1-6 three complimentary lift tickets at participating ski areas, all across Canada.

The Canadian Holiday Train runs Nov 19 – Dec 21, 2025 for its 27th year of spreading holiday cheer and raising money, food and awareness for people struggling with

Turn your child’s Halloween candy into a fun learning experiment. Kids become sugar detectives with this hands-on, energy-focused game.

Ho Ho Ho! Ready or not, here comes Santa! The Holiday Parade season in Ontario kicks off each year in November. View our guide to plan your child’s first Santa sighting of the season!

Halloween is over, and now the sugar haul has landed — pillowcases, pumpkin pails, and reusable bags bursting with candy. For parents, the excitement of trick-or-treating can quickly turn

Local guide to FREE events for kids and families Some of the best things in life are free! Find kids events in Toronto, Mississauga, York Region, Durham, Halton and Surrounding Areas.

During the February Ontario Family Fishing Event families can try ice fishing without the need for a fishing license! This is great way to try out the fun sport together as a family.

Halloween Nights of Lights & Pumpkinville return to the Greater Toronto Area at CF Sherway Gardens from September 27 to November 1, featuring the arrival of a new seasonal

Updated October 9, 2025 Get your family into the spooky spirit this season with a Halloween movie night! Zombies, were-rabbits, ghosts on the loose, a night in the pumpkin
Kids Events and Fun Things To Do in Toronto, York Region, Peel, Durham, Halton, Simcoe County and Southern Ontario for Families.