Toronto4Kids: Things To Do, Places To Go, Fun Family Activities, and Birthday Party Information for Parents and Kids in Toronto, Canada

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June Go List

The best things to do with your family this month.

Fun Outside the Home

Here's what families can now do outside of the home.

Celebrate Father's Day

Fun things to do as a family, even from home!

Toronto Zoo Drive-Thru Experience

Here's what the zoo's new tour looks like.

Visit our Virtual Calendar

Find Virtual & Online Programs, Free Activities and more!

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Virtual Programs for Kids

Virtual Classes & Camps

Virtual Programs, Classes and Camps are now in session! Even though the kids aren't in school, they can still learn new and exciting topics. Browse through free and discounted programs.

Virtual Birthday Party Services

Many favourite party providers are transitioning their acts to digital platforms like Zoom or Google Hangouts so kids and their friends can still celebrate birthdays.

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Family Fun

Family Activities

Drive-in Theatres Are Re-Opening in Ontario

It's official! Drive-in theatres in Ontario have been given the go-ahead to re-open for business as of Sunday, May 31. Families will now be able to catch a flick outside of the home.

Family Activities

June Go List: Best Things to Do! 2020

As measures start to lift, there are few more reasons to enjoy June. Home is still our safe place and we have fun for that! This is the month we celebrate dads, teachers, and more.

Family Kitchen

Say Cheese!

June 4 is National Cheese Day ... a day for celebrating all things cheese related. Kids can't seem to get enough of the dairy confection so here are 10 fun ways to eat it!

Family Kitchen

Cute Vegetable Creations for Kids

If it's a constant battle to get your kids to eat their veggies, try these adorable creations. Here are delicious, but easy recipes to celebrate 'Eat Your Vegetables Day' on June 17.

Family Kitchen

Celebrate Strawberry Season!

Strawberry season has started, so we're celebrating by sharing 10 delicious recipes with you, featuring fresh and wholesome berries.

Crafts

10 Teacher Appreciation Cards Kids Can Make

It's the end of the school year! Take this time to celebrate and recognize the amazing and hard work that teachers do year-round—and even more, during these challenging times.

Crafts

If you can drop-off a gift to your teacher, here are clever and practical gift ideas you can make at home. It's been a challenging end to the school year but these amazing gifts are for amazing teachers!

Family Kitchen

10 Incredible Doughnut Recipes

You've mastered baking bread during quarantine. Take it a step further and make your own doughnuts to celebrate one of the sweetest holidays of the year: National Doughnut Day!

Family Kitchen

Under the Sea Inspired Foods

June is National Aquarium Month! To celebrate, we've rounded up some of the best 'Under the Sea' themed foods and treats for kids. These are perfect for a summer party or just for fun!

Father's Day

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Father's Day from Home

Looking for creative ways to celebrate Father’s Day on June 21? We're giving you a few ideas to make it your best Father's Day celebration ever, even while at home!

Family Activities

Family Fun Outside Of The Home

Measures are lifting! Here's what families can now do outside of the home. The latest on city, provincial and national parks, gardens, drive-ins, campgrounds, and more.

Family Activities

A Magical Concert For Kids Stuck at Home Presented by Friendly Fables

Ontario's Friendly Fables, known for its book series and school performances, has created and released a children's concert movie, to entertain children at home.

Crafts

Father's Day

Handmade Gifts for Dad

Dad will especially love the thought that goes into each one of these crafty and fun Father's Day gifts.

Family Activities

Disney Teaches You How to Draw Your Favourite Characters

Disney has found so many creative ways to connect with fans at home, and one of them is teaching kids how to draw their favourite Disney Characters.

Family Kitchen

A Twist on Taco Night

Tacos are a surefire kid-pleaser. Make it a taco night with these fun tacos, made with kid-favourite foods, from spaghetti to pizza, cheeseburgers and more!

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Entertainment

Entertainment News

Artemis Fowl Premieres on Disney+ on June 12

Artemis Fowl, another kids' blockbuster originally set to hit theatres, will now stream exclusively on Disney+, starting June 12. Artemis Fowl is a fantastical epic adventure with spectacular visual effects.

Entertainment News

Scoob Will Bypass Theatres and Head to Streaming Platforms

Warner Bros.’ latest animation film ‘Scoob,’ based on ‘Scooby-Doo’ characters, scheduled to be released in theatres on May 15, will now be released ‘on demand.’

Entertainment News

Thomas & Friends™ Royal Engine Special with Intro from Harry, Duke of Sussex

Thomas & Friends announces a new animated special: The Royal Engine, in honour of its 75th anniversary.

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Stuff We Love

Products & Services

MEGA Bloks Sustainable Plant-Based Block Sets

The blocks, made from a minimum of 90% bio-based materials, are designed to be just as durable as previous lines and are compatible with all MEGA Bloks collections.

Products & Services

Funnel Cake Express Launches Funnel Cake Kits for Families

Funnel Cake Express has now launched Funnel Cake Kits so families can enjoy funnel cakes in the safety of their own homes. Pickup and delivery options available.

Products & Services

Families Can Grow Food Right at Home with These Garden to Grow Kits

A local Newmarket company, Wolfpack Packaging Inc. has launched garden starting kits so you can grow your own veggies at home. Make it a fun project for the kids.

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Parents

News For Toronto Parents

J.K. Rowling's New Book 'The Ickabog' is Free for Kids to Read

Run out of Harry Potter books to read during quarantine? Good news! The bestselling author's new children's book will be published for free, in instalments, over the next weeks.

Life With Kids

How to Help Kids Deal with Disappointment

2020 has not been a great year for pretty much everyone on the planet, but for kids, it can be especially hard. Coping with disappointment can be a big challenge so we’ve listed these tips to help.

News For Toronto Parents

Student Projects Now Live at the YSC Online STEM Fair

Hundreds of students invest time and talent into science, technology, engineering and mathematics, to proudly display their STEM projects — 635 in total.

News For Toronto Parents

Kids & Covid-19: How Are They Faring During This Crisis?

A recent study conducted by the Angus Reid Institute polled children ages 10 to 17 across the country about their thoughts, expectations, and concerns about these unprecedented times.

News For Toronto Parents

Playing Outdoors: What Your Family Needs To Know As Measures Are Starting To Lift

With warm spring days ahead and after weeks of isolation, cooped up families are looking to get out. Here are the latest guidelines when it comes to playing outdoors.

News For Toronto Parents

The City of Toronto Cancels City-Led Summer Camps With Possible Alternative

The City of Toronto announces the cancellation of all its city-led 2020 summer camps for kids and is looking at running an alternative program to get children safely back to camp.

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