2025 Holiday Fun Guide | Festive Events for Families
Nov 13, 2025
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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80+ Stocking Stuffers for Canadian Teen Boys
Nov 13, 2025
Sometimes it’s the little things that are the most fun to open… and buy, but teens can be tricky, particularly boys!
The Perfect Tree – Keep it Real! Find a Tree Farm
Nov 13, 2025
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!
80+ Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Young Kids
Nov 12, 2025
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!
Where to Visit Santa in the GTA and Area | Special Events & Photo Ops
Nov 10, 2025
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
Holiday Shows & Concerts for Families
Nov 5, 2025
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
Canadian Christmas Books for Kids
Nov 5, 2025
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!)
The Fall Cottage Life Show Returns with All-Seasons Inspiration and Off-Season Specials
Nov 5, 2025
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
The Best Holiday Markets & Craft Shows for 2025 in the GTA
Nov 5, 2025
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
Grade 1-6 SnowStart Kidz Pass
Oct 31, 2025
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 CP Holiday Train Rolls Back into Ontario
Oct 30, 2025
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
Sugar Sleuths: What Kids can Learn from their Halloween Haul
Oct 29, 2025
Turn your child’s Halloween candy into a fun learning experiment. Kids become sugar detectives with this hands-on, energy-focused game.
2025 Santa Claus Parade Guide for Toronto and Southern Ontario
Oct 26, 2025
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 Candy Hacks: Fun Ways for Parents to Manage the Sweet Stash
Oct 26, 2025
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
Free Things To Do with Kids in the GTA
Oct 20, 2025
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.
Ontario Family Ice Fishing Events
Oct 20, 2025
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.
Giant Pumpkin Arrives in Toronto as Halloween Nights of Lights & Pumpkinville Returns
Oct 14, 2025
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
The Best Halloween Movies to Watch with Kids
Oct 9, 2025
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
2025 Holiday Fun Guide | Festive Events for Families
Nov 13, 2025
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
80+ Stocking Stuffers for Canadian Teen Boys
Nov 13, 2025
Sometimes it’s the little things that are the most fun to open… and buy, but teens can be tricky, particularly boys!
The Perfect Tree – Keep it Real! Find a Tree Farm
Nov 13, 2025
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!
80+ Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Young Kids
Nov 12, 2025
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!
Where to Visit Santa in the GTA and Area | Special Events & Photo Ops
Nov 10, 2025
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
Holiday Shows & Concerts for Families
Nov 5, 2025
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
Canadian Christmas Books for Kids
Nov 5, 2025
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!)
The Fall Cottage Life Show Returns with All-Seasons Inspiration and Off-Season Specials
Nov 5, 2025
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
The Best Holiday Markets & Craft Shows for 2025 in the GTA
Nov 5, 2025
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
Grade 1-6 SnowStart Kidz Pass
Oct 31, 2025
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 CP Holiday Train Rolls Back into Ontario
Oct 30, 2025
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
Sugar Sleuths: What Kids can Learn from their Halloween Haul
Oct 29, 2025
Turn your child’s Halloween candy into a fun learning experiment. Kids become sugar detectives with this hands-on, energy-focused game.
2025 Santa Claus Parade Guide for Toronto and Southern Ontario
Oct 26, 2025
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 Candy Hacks: Fun Ways for Parents to Manage the Sweet Stash
Oct 26, 2025
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
Free Things To Do with Kids in the GTA
Oct 20, 2025
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.
Ontario Family Ice Fishing Events
Oct 20, 2025
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.
Giant Pumpkin Arrives in Toronto as Halloween Nights of Lights & Pumpkinville Returns
Oct 14, 2025
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
The Best Halloween Movies to Watch with Kids
Oct 9, 2025
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.
