Fall Events in the GTA – In and Beyond the City 2018

Fall Events

Fall is almost upon us and it is the time to get outside and enjoy the cooler air and the trees changing colours. Before heading out take a look at what kind of fun family Fall events or attractions you can visit to make the day out even better. During the Fall season, there are many things that you can do with family. There are fairs, pumpkin fests and more. See below for a list of ideas for September, October and November. I spent some time looking online for events … Continue reading

Splash Pads Around the GTA – Staying Cool in the Heat

Splash pads

Summer’s here and as the temperature gets unbearable, head out to a park with pools or a splash pads to stay cool. We have a few local ones and on hot days we stay cool from the summer heat at the park, splashing in the water. If you live in or around Toronto, there are many places to cool down and splash around. It doesn’t matter where in the city you live in, there is a splash pad near you. These splash pads and pools tend to be free, so … Continue reading

2018 Canada Day Events in and Around Toronto

Canada Day Events

School’s ending in just a few weeks and it’s the first official weekend of summer for the kids. There will be many Canada Day Events to attend in and around Toronto so if you don’t have plans already, check out some of these events and plan your weekend of fun. Many of them will be free to attend. Each year we like to decorate with Canada Day themed items. We dress up in our themed gear for the day and head out for some fun. At the moment we are still … Continue reading

Riverdale Farm in Cabbagetown Toronto

Riverdale Farm

There are many sites and sounds to see and hear around Toronto. When the warmer weather finally arrives and you are looking for something fun to do with the family, why not head out to Riverdale Farm. While it is open all year long. it is nice to visit in late spring when the flowers are beginning to bloom. Riverdale Farm Take a walk through the gates of the farm and experience a bit of history following the 7.5 acres along a scenic route. The location was bought by the … Continue reading

5 Free Family Day Weekend Activities in Toronto – 2018

Family Day Weekend Activities

On February 19, 2018, we celebrate Family Day in Ontario. (it may be different in your province). Family Day was originally created to give people time to spend with their families. It also provides a day off between New Years Day and Good Friday as they are approximately three months apart. In Toronto, there are many free Family Day weekend activities. 5 Free Family Day Weekend Activities If you haven’t made plans yet for Family Day Weekend, here are a few activities you may want to check out if you have kids. … Continue reading

Celebrate 150 Years – Free Events in Toronto on Canada Day

celebrate 150 years

We usually leave our plans for Canada Day as last minute since we can never decide on what to do. This year we want to celebrate 150 years with a day filled with fun family events and activities. There are so many celebrations and events to attend depending on what you are into. All events I have listed are family friendly and you can’t go wrong for a weekend of fun. Free Events to Celebrate 150 Years Looking for music, arts or a different taste for culture? Visit any of … Continue reading