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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Back to School Guide

Your go-to-guide for everything Back to School!

The Best Backpacks

Heading back to school has never been so stylish.

End of Summer Fun

35 things to do before giving Summer a proper send-off.

August Go List

The absolute best things to do this August!

August on the Cheap

Find the best free and cheap family activities!

August Festivals

There’s a festival in the GTA just for you!

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Fun Places To Go

Attractions

Craziest, Curious and Craveable Foods at the CNE

From unicorn-themed desserts, a savoury funnel cake sandwich and pickle pizza, here are some of the craziest, curious and craveable new foods making their debut at this year’s CNE.

Fun Places To Go

Save 45% off Toronto Zoo Admission to Celebrate 45 Years!

Stop by the Toronto Zoo today, August 15, 2019 to celebrate the zoo's 45th anniversary and enjoy 45% off admission! Plus, stay late (9am-9pm) for Dawn to Dusk Thursdays.

Fun Places To Go

Attractions

Retro Summer Fun: Drive-in Theatres

Drive-ins are becoming somewhat of a rarity these days so GTA families are lucky to have a few theatres in the area.

Fun Places To Go

Day Trips

Best Family Day Trips

These destinations, each just a short drive or train ride from the city, are bursting with family-friendly activities, making them the perfect spots for Summer day trips.

Attractions

Fun Places To Go

14 Fun Things Kids Can do at the CNE

Besides its obvious attractions like the livestock and amusement rides, the EX has a variety of offerings for even its youngest attendees. This year's highlights ... just for kids!

Attractions

Fun Places To Go

Historical Sites that are Fun for Kids & Families

This summer, unplug the family and step back in time at one of these attractions that are fun for kids and adults alike.

Fun Places To Go

Games & Sports

Ziplining Adventures

Ziplines are making appearance all over Ontario! This fully immersive outdoor experience is an exciting new way to see the world!

Fun Places To Go

August Go List: Best Things to Do! 2019

There's still time to catch some of the best of the city's summertime fun. Read on for the best things to do this month and plan ahead for these August favourites.

Fun Places To Go

Agritainment

Peach Picking in Toronto and the GTA

Peach picking season is upon us and it's the perfect excuse for GTA families to plan a sweet summertime day trip before kids head back to school.

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Events

Stage & Screen

Second City's Improv Showdown

In the mood for funny skits that will tickle your funny bone, sharpen the mind and stimulate the imagination? Head over to Improv Showdown for an afternoon of unpredictable comedy!

Fairs & Festivals

Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy

Join comedians, escape-artists, sword-swallowers, musicians, magicians, fire jugglers, acrobats, aerial artists, clowns and daredevils. See the most extraordinary street performers on earth!

Events & Exhibits

FAN EXPO Canada 2019

This year, FAN EXPO Canada is bringing a world of discovery and adventure to fans of all ages with a 10,000 sq. ft. Family Zone; complete with dance parties, robots, LEGO, crafts and more!

Fairs & Festivals

August Festivals 2019

The Greater Toronto Area's festival season kicks into high gear in August. There's a head-spinning number of fantastic fairs, parades, carnivals, and other fetes.

Events & Exhibits

Summer of Space at Ontario Science Centre

Connect to the cosmos this summer at the Ontario Science Centre! Until September 2, the Science Centre celebrates human space exploration with Summer of Space.

Events & Exhibits

Polar Express Free Launch Party at YDHR

York-Durham Heritage Railway is having an official launch party for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride and it's free to attend!

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Family Fun

Family Kitchen

That's a Wrap

The sandwich has dominated the lunchbox scene for long enough ... it's time for a new take on lunches! Wraps are a fun and healthy alternative and kids will surely love them!

Family Kitchen

15 Lunch Ideas your Kids will want to Eat!

These creative school lunch ideas for kids are just the ticket to getting them to eat their lunch. Plan for these healthy and fun lunches your kids will love!

Family Kitchen

Favourite Carnival and Fair Foods

12 recipes to get those carnival tastes in your own kitchen!

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Entertainment

Entertainment News

Best Summer Shows for Kids

Summer is a great time to enjoy family theatre and live shows. Give your kids a memorable live entertainment experience in the GTA at these stage and live summer performances.

Entertainment News

Cineplex Family Favourites Summer Series

Cineplex Events offers an escape from the humidity this summer with a lineup of hilarious and heart-warming films that the whole family can enjoy.

Entertainment News

Summer Movie Guide 2019

There's nothing more fun than a summer family movie night at the theatre. And children — not to mention parents — are in luck this summer!

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Stuff We Love

Books

The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh

Harpreet Singh loves his colors—but when his family moves to a new city, everything just feels gray. Can he find a way to make life bright again?

Books

You Are My Friend: The Story of Mister Rogers and His Neighborhood

A heartwarming picture book that celebrates the work of Mister Rogers and carries on his legacy of kindness.

Products & Services

New by Playmobil - Dwarf Kingdom

Prepare yourself to explore a whole new world! Playmobil is proud to present the latest playsets from the Knights theme - introducing Dwarf Kingdom!

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At The Movies

Bring The Soul: The Movie

A glimpse into BTS’ world away from the stage, featuring intimate group discussions alongside spectacular concert performances from the tour. This is a cinema event not to be missed.

At The Movies

Angry Birds Movie 2

Angry Birds 2 starts a new era of slingshot gameplay with super stunning graphics, challenging multi-stage levels, scheming boss pigs and even more destruction.

At The Movies

Dora And The Lost City Of Gold

Dora, a teenage explorer, leads her friends on an adventure to save her parents and solve the mystery behind a lost city of gold.

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Parents

Back To School

Digital Publications

It's officially time to get ready for back to school! To help you prepare for your best school year yet, we've rounded up everything from great after-school programs for kids, to cool back to school finds, lunch ideas and more.

Back To School

Creative Homework Station Ideas for Kids

Create a dedicated homework space or station for the kids with these simple and inspiring design ideas. A unique space can help motivate your child to get homework done!

Back To School

Dealing with Back-to-School Jitters

As summer comes to an end and kids prepare to head to the classroom, some may suffer from back to school anxiety. This time of transition can be stressful for the entire family.