Fun Guide - Toronto4Kids

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Toronto4Kids'
2015
Summer
Fun Guide
Contents
Toronto4Kids'
2015
Summer
Fun Guide
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AGRITAINMENT
Amusement & Theme Parks
Animals & Zoos
Attractions
Day Trips
Events & Festivals
Indoor Play
MUseums & GallerIES
Outdoor & Nature Adventures
Resorts & Family Getaways
Water Fun
Your guide to Beaches
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Cool SUMMER TOYS
SUMMER MOVIES
SUMMER CONTESTS
COUPONS & OFFERS
Splash Away
THE
DAY
AT CANADA’S LARGEST ENTERTAINMENT RESORT
VOTED #1 AMUSEMENT & WATERPARK IN CANADA ON TRIPADVISOR
Hours of water fun, rain or shine. The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark offers
16 slides - some up to 6 storeys high, a huge aqua play structure with
a 1,000 gallon tipping bucket, hot tubs, outdoor activity pool and a full
size wave pool. With four first class hotels to choose from you can
STAY AND PLAY or COME FOR THE DAY!
NIAGARA FALLS
FALLSVIEW
Call 888.234.8413 or Book Online
www.FallsviewWaterpark.com
Falls Avenue at Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, Canada
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Agritainment
T
his summer,
discover a farm!
Family farms
aren't just about food
production. Many farms
now offer pick-yourown-crops, hay rides,
children’s play areas,
petting zoos, discovery
farms, and much more,
all to enhance your
family's experience at a
rural farm.
▲ Far Enough Farm on Centre Island
Brooks Farms
122-141 Ashworth Road, Mount
Albert, ON L0G 1M0
905-473-3246
www.brooksfarms.com
Located in Mount Albert, Ontario,
Brooks Farms has been growing
fun for over 100 years. Our
heritage farm and agri-tourism
destination offers family fun at our
Barnyard Playland, Fun
Festivals, and Birthday Parties
while our Farm Market and PickYour-Own have the best in locally
grown foods. Every year we
continue to grow by adding new
activities, produce, and fun!
Far Enough Farm at
Centreville
Centre Island, Toronto, ON
416-203-0405
www.centreisland.ca
Far Enough Farm is a small farm
and petting zoo located within
Centreville Amusement Park. A
wide variety of animals are always
ready for up close and personal
contact. This unique petting
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farm is located just minutes from
Toronto's bustling downtown core,
and provides city-dwelling children
and visitors the opportunity to get
up close and personal with over
40 different species of farmyard
animals and exotic birds. From
mini pot belly pigs to alpacas,
cows, sheep, goats, horses, and
more, everyone is sure to find a
new friend. Admission to the farm
is free.
Albion Orchards
14800 Innis Lake Road, Caledon,
ON L7C 2Y8
905-584-0354
We invite you and your family to
visit us for a fun filled family
adventure at Albion Orchards.
Children's Hayland play area.
Radio Flyer wagons for your
family's pick-your-own experience.
Andrews Scenic Acres
9365 10th Sideroad, Milton/Halton
Hills, ON L9T 2X9
905-878-5807
Andrews' Scenic Acres is a pickyour-own farm with a beautiful
picnic area, a large creative
playground, free hayrides, and
more.
Whittamore's Farm
8100 Steeles Ave. East, Markham,
ON L6B 1A8
905-294-3275
www.whittamoresfarm.com
Whittamore's Farm is a large
220 acre fruit and vegetable farm
nestled beside the Rouge River
Valley in Markham. We invite you
to visit us at Whittamore's Farm to
enjoy the great outdoors,
Summer pick-your-own, birthday
parties, Fun Farm Yard, and more.
Whittamore's is open every
day. There's lots for the family to
see and do!
Applewood Farm and
Winery
12442 McCowan Rd, WhitchurchStouffville, ON L4A 7X5
905-642-4720
Applewood Farm offers a chance
to get out and experience a real
country farm, not far from home.
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We offer strawberry, apple, and
pumpkin picking. Enjoy our corn
maze, animal yard, and more!
Chudleigh's
9528 Halton Regional Rd 25,
Milton, ON L9T 2X7
905-878-2725
Chudleigh's is a ick your own fruit
farm with children‘s entertainment,
a retail store, a fully licensed
restaurant, and many exciting
events. Attractions include: Huge
Staw Maze, 4 Giant Twin Tower
Slides, Wagon Rides, Animal Area,
Rope Swings, and more.
Coopers CSA Farm & Maze
266 Ashworth Rd, Zephyr, ON
L0E 1T0
905-830-4521
We are home to "The Uxbridge
Maize" - our 10 acre corn labyrinth.
We also have corn boxes, combine
harvester slide, mini hay bale
mazes, echo tubes for kids, and a
farm store with fresh produce.
is free, but donations are
welcome.
► Brooks Farms PAGE 4
Oshawa Zoo & FUN FARM
3377 Grandview St North,
Oshawa, ON L1H 8L7
905-655-5326
Oshawa Zoo and Fun Farm is
a clean, green, interactive mix
of friendly exotic and domestic
animals. Features over 40 species
of friendly and tame birds and
animals and 22 fenced acres,
picnic area, refreshment and
animal food kiosk. Feeding and
petting opportunities.
Pingle's Farm Market
Downey's Farm Market
13682 Heart Lake Road,
Brampton, ON L7C 2J5
905-838-2990
A market and PYO farm. Downey's
Funland is an exciting place
made just for kids! The Kritter
Korral is full of friendly farm
animals.
Forsythe Family Farms
1025 Cragg Road, Greenbank
(Uxbridge), ON L9P 1R3
905-887-1087
We have something for everyone
1805 Taunton Rd., Hampton, ON
L0B 1J0
905-725-6089
A fresh farm market with family
activities. Visit the farm animals
and fun area with mini-golf, giant
sandbox, straw maze, and more.
Indulge in ready-made baked
goods and take advantage of the
fresh farm market.
with our farm market, pick your
own crops, farm animals and our
Barnyard Adventure playground.
Lionel's Farm
11714 McCowan Rd., Stoufville,
ON L0H 1L0
905-640-7669
At Lionel's, we offer a wide range
of things for families to do for fun!
We have a unique outdoor
petting zoo, a play barn which
includes an eating area, a play
castle, rock climbing wall, as well
as pony and hay rides. Admission
Puck's Farm
16540 11th Concession,
Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0
905-939-7036
Come and meet the newborn
animals, milk a cow by hand, get
lost in our maze, and go on horse
drawn wagon rides and pony rides.
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Springridge Farm
7256 Bell School Line, Milton, ON
L9T 2Y1
905-878-4908
Come to Springridge and
experience our Fun Farm Yard and
the Barn Market featuring gourmet
products, a cafe/bakery, as well as
a gift boutique.
Stonehaven Farms
7388 Guelph Line, Milton, ON
L0P 1B0
905-878-1870
Our Market offers you the freshest
picked and locally grown produce.
We also offer pick-your-own
seasonal strawberry and pumpkin
picking! Kids can have fun in our
Kids' Zone area which includes
a covered sandbox, straw bale
maze, and other fun activities!
WindReach Farm
312 Town Line Rd, Ashburn, ON
L0B 1A0
905-655-5827
WindReach Farm offers a year
round accessible agricultural
(farming) environment and nature
interpretation centre especially
designed for individuals and small
groups of all ages with disabilities.
Amusement
& Theme Parks
W
e’ve got
your ticket
to the best
amusement places
and the biggest roller
coaster theme parks.
Enjoy arcades, fun
centres, indoor and
outdoor amusement,
mini-golf, go-karting,
and much more.
Guaranteed family fun!
► Canadian National Exhibition
Air Combat Zone Inc.
5170 Dixie Road, Unit 101
Mississauga, ON L4W 1E3
905-602-4775
www.aircombatzone.com
Air Combat Zone has been
providing the exclusive opportunity
to get behind the controls of a high
performance F/A-18 flight simulator
and experience modern air combat
against others for over 5 years. If
you’ve ever wondered what it might
be like to be a real F/A-18 pilot,
now you can to find out. The Air
Combat Zone experience redefines
entertainment to bring you the thrill
of a lifetime. It’s JUST like the real
thing!
Area 51 Laser Tag & Planet
Play
2501 Rutherford Road
Vaughan, ON L4K 2N6
905-303-8393
www.planet-play.ca
Join us here at Area51 Lasertag
& Planet Play for our Unlimited
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Summer Seasons Pass! Starting
from July 2 to September 4, enjoy
'Unlimited Lasertag' for the whole
Summer for $39.95 + HST. Now
how can you go wrong! So buckle
up, get pumped, and experience
what everyone is talking about!
AREA51 Laser Tag! 14 different
game perks, 8 different game
types! We are Heart Racing,
Adrenaline pumping, NON-STOP
ACTION! Valid Monday through
Sunday, excluding holidays.
Spend family time in
KidZville and Planet Snoopy,
discover Dinosaurs Alive!, and get
soaked in Splash Works.
Canadian National
Exhibition (CNE)
Exhibition Place
210 Princes' Boulevard, Toronto,
ON M6K 3C3
www.TheEx.com
The Canadian National Exhibition
(CNE) is Canada’s largest annual
community event. Taking place
over the 18 days leading up to
and including Labour Day, the
CNE offers a wide variety of
entertainment and events including
Bandshell concerts, celebrity chef
demonstrations, a dog show, a
working farm, parades, and a
three-day Air Show, all of which are
FREE with admission to the CNE.
Midway rides and games, wacky
fair food, as well as international
food and shopping are also popular
highlights of this major Toronto
event. Over the course of its 18
Canada's WONDERLand
9580 Jane Street, Vaughan, ON
L6A 1S6
905-832-7000
www.canadaswonderland.com
Canada’s Wonderland offers thrills
and family fun with 200 world-class
attractions. Experience 69
rides including 16 roller coasters,
highlighted by Leviathan, Canada’s
tallest and fastest roller
coaster. Ride Wonder Mountain’s
Guardian, an interactive 4D ride.
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day run, the CNE attracts more
than 1.3 million people each year.
2015 CNE Dates: August 21 to
September 7.
CENTREVILLE Amusement
Park
Centre Island, Toronto Islands, ON
416-203-0405
www.centreisland.ca
Centreville is a 14-acre, turn-ofthe-century Ontario village theme
park located just minutes from
the downtown core on Toronto’s
Centre Island. Centreville is the
ultimate Summer destination for
families with young children. With
over 30 rides and attractions, this
theme park offers up a full day of
family fun. Getting to Centreville
is almost as exciting as the park
itself – everyone will enjoy the
scenic ride on the Centre Island
ferry! Whle you're there, drop in
at Farm Enough Farm to make a
new friend!
▼ Fantasy Fair
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DP Lazer Maze
31 Gaudaur Road
Vaughan, ON L4L 3R8
647-518-5055
www.lazermaze.ca
DP Lazer Maze provides
Heart-racing fun for all in our
MASSIVE 5000 sq. foot laser
tag arena. Enjoy some pre-game
entertainment like arcade games,
watching your favourite sport, or
catching up on some news on the
big screen TVs. Grab a snack,
coffee, or drink from the Maze Café
or just sit back and relax.
Fantasy Fair at Woodbine
Shopping Centre
500 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, ON
M9W 6K5
416-674-5200
www.fantasyfair.ca
Fantasy Fair is Ontario's Largest
Indoor Amusement Park located
inside Woodbine Centre with
over 150 shops and services.
Situated in a Victorian turn of the
Century Village, the park features
12 full size rides and attractions.
There are 3 new attractions:
Rock'n'Climb is a new, themed,
4-sided climbing wall. The Drop
& Hop Tower, a drop tower-style
spring ride, will bounce you over
30 feet in the air. The XD Simulator
creates unforgettable experiences.
With up to 2 Gs of acceleration,
it transports you directly into the
movie action. Countless thrills
await you at Fantasy Fair!
Laser Quest
Locations Across the GTA, ON
905-678-7272
www.laserquest.com
Laser Quest provides the best
laser tag birthday for kids and
children of all ages. Superb family
fun in Toronto! Our multi-level
arenas have specialty lighting,
swirling fog, and energetic music to
add to the excitement for up to
32 or more players in each game.
There are presently six locations in
the GTA: Brampton, Mississauga,
Richmond Hill, Toronto East,
Oakville, and a new centre in
Whitby opening June of 2015!
▲ Centreville PAGE 6
Toronto is an indoor, family
experience with over 3 million
bricks under one roof. There are
rides, a 4D cinema, Master Model
Builder workshops, and more! See
Toronto’s iconic attractions made
out of LEGO in MINILAND®. We
also offer bbirthday parties for
kids, school field trip workshops
to support the Toronto curriculum,
a café, shop, and more! Join
us at one of the top things to
do in Toronto with children at
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.
What will you discover?
LEGOLand Discovery Centre
Toronto
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive
Vaughan, ON L4K 5W4
855-356-2150
www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/
toronto
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
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Playdium
99 Rathburn Road West,
Mississauga, ON L5B 4C1
905-273-9000
www.playdium.com
Playdium is the ultimate interactive,
virtual and physical Family
Entertainment Centre. The 40,000
sq. ft. indoor complex features
more than 200 high-tech
attractions, rides, and simulators.
Get out and play on our 11-acre
outdoor park. Relax on our patio
and enjoy our outdoor attractions.
Other attractions include: Go-Karts,
Mini Golf, Batting Cages, Water
Wars, and Bumper Cars.
Parc Downsview Park - Bay 3, Unit
#9, Toronto, ON M3K 2B9
416-638-5278
47,000 sq ft of indoor space, with
high ceiling and complete clear
span over the racetrack, houses
the GPK racing amusement centre.
GPK creates an overall fun racing
experience.
► Area51 Lasertag PAGE 6
Marineland
7657 Portage Road, Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 6X8
905-356-9565
Marineland is a theme park
featuring performing marine
mammals, amusement rides, and
land animals.
Polson Pier
11 Polson St., Toronto, ON
M5A 1A4
416-649-7437
The 23-acre waterfront destination
has a mini-putt course, drive-in
movie theatre, swimming pool,
rock-climbing wall, and more.
Putting Edge
855-364-7888
Take a break from reality and enter
a new dimension of fun in the
ultimate indoor glow-in-the-dark
mini golf experience at Putting
Edge.
UFly Simulator
1535 Meyerside Drive, Unit #6,
Mississauga, ON L5T 1M9
416-777-2261
www.uflysimulator.ca
We’re uFly Simulator, the most
amazing and real flight simulator
experience you will have! We
offer the most advanced and
modern replica of a commercial
777 aircraft flight simulator. Sit in
the pilot’s seat and fly a 777! The
experience of being immersed in a
real commercial flight will give you
the impression you’ve flown the
real aircraft.
401 Mini-Indy Go-Karts
37 Stoffel Dr, Toronto, ON
M9W 6A8
416-614-6789
In the mood for some friendly
competition? We offer indoor and
outdoor Go-Karts and Mini-Golf.
We also host Birthday Parties.
Darien Lake
9993 Alleghany Road, Darien
Center, NY 14040
585-599-4641
New York’s best entertainment
value with more than 45 thrill rides,
a 10 acre water park, a wide array
of live shows, midway games,
paddle boats, mini golf, and more.
Located in the heart of Etobicoke
at Centennial Park, we have
proudly served the Greater Toronto
Area for over 25 years. We provide
exciting thrills for the whole family
at affordable prices on the longest
track in Ontario.
The eZone
Grand Prix Kartways
120 North Queen St., Toronto, ON
M8Z 2E2
416-252-8300
The eZone is a state of the art,
multi-dimensional sports and
entertainment complex catering to
kids and adults of every age.
75 Carl Hall Road
Timber Creek Golf & Family
Fun Centre
12772 Ninth Line, Stouffville, ON
L4A 7X3
905-642-5174
Timber Creek Golf is York Region's
premier family entertainment
center with facilities suitable for
all ages. Miniature Golf, Driving
Range, Batting Cages, Gemstone
Mining, and Inflatables.
▼ Playdium
Formula Kartways
79 Bramsteele Road, Brampton,
ON L6W 3K6
416-436-9848
Formula Kartways re-creates the
experience of what it takes to drive
a thoroughbred race car on a
competitive track.
Go Karts Toronto Mini-Indy
575 Centennial Park Boulevard,
Toronto, ON M9C 4V1
416-620-6669
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Animals &
▼ Reptilia Zoo
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African Lion Safari
1386 Cooper Road, Cambridge,
ON N1R 8B2
1-800-461-WILD (9453)
www.lionsafari.com
Your day of family adventure at
African Lion Safari begins as you
set out on a “trek” along 9 km of
safari trail in your own vehicle
or aboard a Safari Tour Bus.
Visitors get closer than they ever
imagined to over 1,000 exotic
bird and animals that roam freely
throughout seven large Game
Reserves. Explore thrilling bird
and animal performances, take a
cruise aboard the "African Queen"
boat, or come and see our daily
elephant swim. Visit Pets' Corner
and see a variety of animals and
birds. Monkey around in the Jungle
Playground featuring the Safari
Venture, and Toddlers' Play. Then
cool down in the Misumu Bay Wet
Play splash pad area. We'll Drive
Your Family WILD!
Cambridge Butterfly
Conservatory
2500 Kossuth Road, Cambridge,
ON N3H 4R7
519-653-1234
www.cambridgebutterfly.com
The Cambridge Butterfly
Conservatory is situated on a
ZoosY
ou don’t have
to go far to
indulge in some
one-on-one time with
your kids and some
furry, feathery, slimy, or
swampy creatures. Find
the wildest zoos and
animal destinations this
side of the Savannah.
There are tons of critters
to keep kids delighted!
117 acre site which includes the
environmental sensitive Kossuth
Bog. The 25,000 square foot facility
includes a 10,800 square foot
indoor tropical garden featuring
1000’s of free flying butterflies
from all over the world, over 100
different varieties of tropical plants,
waterfalls, streams, reflecting
pools, tropical finches, Chinese
painted quail, and red-eared
slider turtles. Discover 1000's of
free-flying butterflies in a tropical
garden. Explore a vast collection of
insects, meet live giant exotic bugs
and experience the tropics!
cows, sheep, goats, horses, and
more, everyone is sure to find a
new friend. Admission to the farm
is free.
High Park Zoo
Bloor Street and Queensway
Avenue, Toronto, ON
3-1-1
www.toronto.ca
Established in the 1890s for deer,
the park's animal paddocks are
a popular attraction. Today the
zoo's nine paddocks are home to
a variety of animal species from
around the world including bison,
llamas, peacocks, deer, highland
cattle, and sheep. The High Park
Zoo is open every day from 7:00
am to dusk. The llama pens are
open to the public on weekends
and holidays for special activities
and feedings (March to October).
Admission is free.
Far Enough Farm at
Centreville
Centre Island, Toronto, ON
416-203-0405
www.centreisland.ca
Far Enough Farm is a small farm
and petting zoo located within
Centreville Amusement Park. A
wide variety of animals are always
ready for up close and personal
contact. This unique petting
farm is located just minutes from
Toronto's bustling downtown core,
and provides city-dwelling children
and visitors the opportunity to get
up close and personal with over
40 different species of farmyard
animals and exotic birds. From
mini pot belly pigs to alpacas,
Reptilia Zoo
2501 Rutherford Road, Vaughan,
ON L4K 2N6
905-761-6223
www.reptilia.org
Reptilia is a State of the Art 25,000
square foot facility complete
with large exhibits showcasing
hundreds of different reptiles and
amphibians. Each day there are a
variety of opportunities to interact
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with our animals and learn from our
exceptional Cast Members during
our shows, tours, and animal
feedings! With reptile feedings
every day, free live theatre shows
or zoo keeper tours, and a chance
to interact with the reptiles and the
Zoo Cast, Reptilia is a destination
worth visiting. Reptilia's zoo is the
first of its kind and it adds another
destination to Vaughan's already
growing list of attractions.
Ripley's Aquarium of
Canada
288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto,
ON M5V 3L9
647-351-3474
www.ripleyaquariums.com
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is the
newest attraction in the heart of
downtown Toronto, next to the CN
Tower. The 135,000 sq. ft. thrilling
interactive attraction is an
immersive adventure showcases
more than 16,000 marine animals
and over 450 species. Ripley's
Aquarium offers a Stingray
Experience where you can get up
close and personal with Stingrays
as well as Overnight Reef
Adventure - Sleep with the sharks
and join us for a slumber party to
remember!
Riverdale Farm Zoo
201 Winchester St., Toronto, ON
M4X 1B8
416-392-6794
www.toronto.ca
The Riverdale Farm is a quaint
little farm, located in the heart of
downtown Toronto. See cows,
horses, donkeys, sheep, goats,
pigs, chickens, turkeys, ducks,
geese, rabbits, and more. While
you’re there, visit the Residence
and the Cabbagetown Regent Park
Museum. The Farm is open from
9:00 am to 5:00 pm and admission
is free.
Bird Kingdom
5651 River Road, Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 7M7
905-356-8888
Bird Kingdom is a world-class
attraction located a 5-minute walk
from a world wonder, Niagara
Falls. It's one of the largest freeflying indoor aviary in the world.
You'll see exotic birds, animals,
and reptiles.
Bowmanville Zoo
340 King Street East, Bowmanville,
ON L1C 3K5
905-623-5655
Bowmanville Zoo is Canada's
oldest privately owned zoo with
over 300 animals and creatures.
Features Animal Rides, Expedition
Predator, Splash Bash, and
Funland, a playground for kids, and
Animatheatre Shows.
Elmvale Jungle Zoo
14191 County Rd. 27, Elmvale, ON
L0L 1P0
705-322-2245
floating freely among lush, exotic
blossoms and greenery.
Discover an exciting and
educational outdoor adventure.
See majestic lions, tigers, jaguars,
monkeys, and lemurs.
Oshawa Zoo & FUN FARM
3377 Grandview St North,
Oshawa, ON L1H 8L7
905-655-5326
Oshawa Zoo and Fun Farm
features over 40 species of friendly
and tame birds and animals and
22 fenced acres, picnic area,
refreshment and animal food kiosk.
Feeding and petting opportunities.
Jungle Cat World Wildlife
Park
3667 Concession Road 6, Orono,
ON L0B 1M0
905-983-5016
Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park has
been offering visitors the unique
opportunity to see and experience
wild species.
The park covers 55.5 acres and is
the largest and most diversified
playground in the city with animals,
a splash pad, and more.
Safari Niagara
2821 Stevensville Road, Fort Erie,
ON L0S 1S0
905-382-9669
Safari Niagara, a 150-acre, nature
park, invites you to spend the
day with more than 750 animals
of native and exotic mammals,
reptiles, and birds.
Lionel's Farm
Mountsberg Conservation
Area
11714 McCowan Rd., Stoufville,
ON L0H 1L0
905-640-7669
We offer a wide range of things
for families to do for fun! We have
a unique outdoor petting zoo, a
play barn which includes an eating
area, a play castle, rock climbing
wall, as well as pony and hay
rides. Admission is free. Donations
welcome.
2259 Milburough Line,
Campbellville, ON
905-854-2276
Mountsberg is the ideal destination
for families. There are horsedrawn wagon rides. Kids can pet
a grazing goat and of course a
stop at the Play Barn. Mountsberg
also offers 16 km of trails, birdwatching, a bison herd, and even
private Raptor Encounters.
361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto,
ON M1B 5K7
416-392-5929
The Toronto Zoo is Canada's
premier zoo known for its
interactive education and
conservation activities. There are
over 6,000 animals representing
over 500 species set on 710 acres,
It's the only Zoo in Canada where
you can see Giant Pandas!
Marineland
Purina PawsWay
Twin Valley Zoo
ON L2E 6X8
905-356-9565
land animals.
245 Queens Quay W.
Toronto, ON M5J2K9
416-360-7297
Purina PawsWay is a one-of-a-kind
pet centre devoted to bringing the
pet perspective to life. Launched
in June 2008, it’s a unique place
where pet lovers can come
together to learn, discover, and
celebrate the world of cats and
dogs.
Niagara Parks Butterfly
Conservatory
2405 Niagara Parkway, Niagara
Falls, ON L2E 3E8
905-356-8119
This attraction features over 2,000
colourful tropical butterflies
Riverview Zoo and Park
1300 Water St., Peterborough, ON
K9J 6Z5
705-745-6866
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Toronto Zoo
84 Langford Church Rd, Brantford,
ON N3T 5L4
519-752-0607
Built on 25 beautiful acres in Brant
County, Brantford Twin Valley
Zoo is a great place to observe
a collection of native and exotic
animals maintained in natural
surroundings. Come visit the
animals, bring along your lunch
and enjoy our picnic area, and take
a stroll on a short nature trail in our
5 acres of woodland.
Attractions
S
ummer is the
perfect time
to explore
museums, galleries,
the science centre,
and nifty historical sites
for some educational
fun. Whether you
need to beat schoolbreak boredom or find
something new and
inspiring, Toronto and
surrounding areas
attractions offer tons of
family-friendly activities.
► CN Tower
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African Lion Safari
ON N1R 8B2
1-800-461-WILD (9453)
www.lionsafari.com
Reserves. Explore our thrilling bird
Your Family WILD!
CaSa Loma
1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON
M5R 1X8
416-923-1171
www.casaloma.org
Visit Canada's Majestic Castle,
Casa Loma and step back in time
to a period of European elegance
and splendour. The former home
of Canadian financier Sir Henry
Pellatt, Canada's foremost castle
is complete with decorated suites,
secret passages, an 800-foot
tunnel, towers, stables, and
beautiful 5-acre estate gardens.
Self-guided multimedia tours are
available in multiple languages.
CENTREVILLE Amusement
Park
Centre Island, Toronto Islands, ON
416-203-0405
www.centreisland.ca
Centreville is a 14-acre, turn-ofthe-century Ontario village theme
park located just minutes from
the downtown core on Toronto’s
Centre Island. Centreville is the
ultimate Summer destination for
families with young children. With
over 30 rides and attractions, this
theme park offers up a full day of
family fun. Getting to Centreville is
almost as exciting as the park itself
– everyone will enjoy the scenic
ride on the Centre Island ferry!
Canadian National
Exhibition (CNE)
210 Princes' Boulevard, Toronto,
ON M6K 3C3
416-393-6300
www.theex.com
The CNE offers a wide variety of
Bandshell concerts, celebrity
chef demonstrations, a dog show,
a working farm, parades, and a
three-day Air Show, all of which
are free with admission to the
CNE. Midway rides and games,
wacky fair food, as well as
international food and shopping are
also popular highlights. This year's
CNE takes place from August 21 to
September 7.
Chicopee Tube Park
1600 River Road East, Kitchener,
ON N2A 4K8
519-895-2322
www.chicopeetubepark.com
Guests will continue to enjoy
the excitement of tubing rides all
through the Spring, Summer, and
Fall seasons. Our unique Italian
manufactured Summer Tubing
system offers waterless tubing
on special gliding mats, providing
the same stimulating sensation
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of snow tubing, without the snow!
Enjoy other attractions such a
Ziplining, Eurobungy Trampoline,
Horizontal Ropes, and The
Spiderweb - an amazing new type
of climbing tower!
CN TOWER
301 Front St. W., Toronto, ON
M5V 2T6
416-868-6937
www.cntower.ca
National icon, engineering
wonder, Toronto must-see—CN
Tower is an award-winning dining
and entertainment destination.
Spectacular views include
world-famous Glass Floor, Sky
Pod, and glass fronted elevators
with glass floor panels. Three
restaurants include award-winning
360 Restaurant. Plus 3D theatre,
ride, shopping, and thrilling new
EdgeWalk—world’s highest 'handsfree' walk, 356 m/1168 ft (116
stories) above ground. Get the CN
Tower Family Pass - An Adventure
at Every Level for only $99 + HST.
Shopping Centre
M9W 6K5
416-674-5200
www.fantasyfair.ca
Fort York
250 Fort York Blvd., Toronto, ON
M5V 3K9
416-392-6907
www.fortyork.ca
Built in 1793, Fort York National
Historic Site is the birthplace of
urban Toronto. It is best known as
the location where the Battle of
York came to its violent climax in
1813 during the War of 1812.
Today, its defensive walls enclose
Canada's largest collection of
original War of 1812 buildings.
Thousands of people visit the site
to explore its fascinating history
and enjoy its public programs.
the Hockey Hall of Fame has
something for everyone: stateof-the-art simulation games;
theatres; larger-than-life statues;
a replica NHL dressing room;
an extraordinary gift shop; the
greatest collection of hockey
artifacts anywhere in the world;
and best of all, hands-on access
to the Stanley Cup. Check HHOF.
com for extended Summer Hours
of Operation.
Builder workshops, and more!
See Toronto’s iconic attractions
made out of LEGO in MINILAND®.
We also offer birthday parties for
kids, school field trip workshops
to support the Toronto curriculum,
Medieval Times Dinner &
Tournament
Laser Quest
905-678-7272
www.laserquest.com
Oakville, and a new centre in
Whitby opening June of 2015!
Exhibition Place, 10 Dufferin St.,
Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
866-543-9637
www.medievaltimes.com
Medieval Times Dinner &
Tournament is an exciting evening
of family entertainment based upon
the glory of the Middle Ages.
Guests experience spectacular
pageantry, dramatic horsemanship,
swordplay, sorcery, and romance
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON
M3C 1T3
416-696-1000
www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
The Science Centre is home to
fascinating interactive experiences.
There are over 500 engaging
exhibits, live demonstrations, and
IMAX® films. It features Toronto’s
only public planetarium. The
Weston Family Innovation
Centre is packed with hands-on
experiences that challenge all
ages. Bring your little ones to
KidSpark, a unique discovery
playground and learning space for
children. See the new exhibition:
MythBusters.
▼ Pirate Life
Toronto
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive, Vaughan,
ON L4K 5W4
855-356-2150
toronto
HALTON COUNTY RADIAL
RAILWAY
L9T 5A2
www.hcry.org
Halton County Radial Railway is a
full-size operating electric railway
and museum, featuring historic
electric railcars operating on two
kilometers of scenic track. The
museum offers a fun day out for
everyone of all ages, featuring
unlimited rides, access to two
display barns, historic railway
station, and gift shop. Look for
many special events throughout
the season.
while feasting on a four-course
medieval banquet. The experience
culminates in an authentic jousting
tournament.
► Ripley's Aqurium of Canada
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Hockey Hall of Fame
Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street,
Toronto, ON M5E 1X8
416-360-7735
HHOF.com
With over 65,000 square feet,
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exhibition, Pompeii: In the Shadow
of the Volcano.
Treetop Trekking
Locations in Barrie, Huntsville,
Brampton, Ganaraska, Stouffville
www.treetoptrekking.com
Spend an unforgettable day at
one of Treetop Trekking's five
Ontario zip line and aerial game
parks, 2 of which are only 20
minutes from downtown Toronto!
Feel the rush as you fly across
ziplines, and climb like a monkey
on balance logs, cable traverses,
hammock nets, wooden bridges,
and Tarzan swings suspended
high in the forest canopy. Other
adventure filled activities include
Treetop Trekking’s Night Treks,
Teambuilding Programs, Big Zips,
and Treewalk Village.
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Art Gallery of Ontario
Pirate Life
Avenue of the Island, Toronto
Islands, ON M5E 1B2
416-476-3836
www.piratelife.ca
Join the crew of Pirate Life and
search for a sunken treasure! Sail
aboard the 45 foot Island Rogue
from Centre Island. Come dressed
in a pirate costume or use ours.
Receive face paint tattoos and
new pirate nick names. Aboard
the vessel, learn the ropes at
Pirate School, encounter treasure
map, cross sword with a villain
and fire the water cannons. Fun
for families, birthday parties, and
private events!
Playdium
905-273-9000
www.playdium.com
Reptilia Zoo
ON L4K 2N6
905-761-6223
www.reptilia.org
Reptilia is a State of the Art 25,000
square foot facility complete
with large exhibits showcasing
hundreds of different reptiles and
amphibians. Each day there are a
variety of opportunities to interact
with our animals and learn from our
exceptional Cast Members during
our shows, tours, and animal
feedings! With reptile feedings
every day, free live theatre shows
or zoo keeper tours and a chance
to interact with the reptiles and the
Zoo Cast, Reptilia is a destination
worth visiting. Reptilia's zoo is the
first of its kind and it adds another
destination to Vaughan's already
growing list of attractions.
Royal Ontario Museum
(ROM)
100 Queen's Park Toronto, ON
M5S 2C6
416-586-8000
www.rom.on.ca
Discover the natural and cultural
world at the Royal Ontario
Museum. The Royal Ontario
Museum is one of Canada’s largest
museums with eight Centres of
Discovery to connect you to vibrant
communities, and access our
extensive collections and curatorial
expertise. We offer tons of familyfriendly experiences for kids of all
ages. This Summer, see the new
317 Dundas St. West, Toronto, ON
M5T 1G4
416-979-6608
The Art Gallery of Ontario is one of
the largest art museums in North
America, with a physical
facility of 583,000 sq. ft. The AGO
holds more than 80,000 works in
its collection, which spans
from 100 A.D. to the present.
Bata Shoe Museum
327 Bloor Street West, Toronto,
ON M5S 1W7
416-979-7799
Discover the treasures of North
America’s charming and surprising
shoe museum. The BSM has
over a thousand shoes and
Ripley's Aquarium of
Canada
288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto,
ON M5V 3L9
647-351-3474
www.ripleyaquariums.com
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is
the newest and most anticipated
attraction in the heart of
downtown Toronto, next to the CN
Tower. The 135,000 sq. ft. thrilling
interactive attraction is an
immersive adventure showcases
more than 16,000 marine animals
and over 450 species. Ripley's
Aquarium offers a Stingray
Experience where you can get up
close and personal with Stingrays
as well as Overnight Reef
Adventure - Sleep with the sharks
and join us for a slumber party to
remember!
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905-936-5815
All aboard for an exciting journey
through the scenic Beeton Creek
valley aboard South Simcoe
Railway's historic excursion train.
TIFF Bell Lightbox
350 King Street West
Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
416-599-TIFF
TIFF offers screenings, lectures,
discussions, festivals, workshops,
industry support, and the chance to
meet filmmakers from Canada and
around the world.
TORONTO BLUE JAYS BASEBALL
CLUB
► African Lion Safari
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related artefacts (from a collection
numbering over 13,000) on exhibit.
Bowmanville Zoo
Kortright Centre for
Conservation
340 King Street East, Bowmanville,
ON L1C 3K5
905-623-5655
Canada's oldest privately owned
zoo with over 300 animals and
creatures. Features Animal Rides,
Expedition Predator, Splash Bash,
and Funland, a playground for kids,
and Animatheatre Shows.
9550 Pine Valley Drive,
Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A6
905-832-2289
Discover beautiful trails, great for
hiking. This breathtaking piece of
property is located just north of
Toronto. Enjoy some of the best
picnic sites. Kids up to 15 years old
are free with families.
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Marineland
1000 Murray Ross Parkway,
Toronto, ON M3J 2Z3
416-736-1733
Step back in time! 40 authentically
restored homes, workshops, public
buildings, and farms recreate
the atmosphere of life in a rural
Victorian community.
ON L2E 6X8
905-356-9565
land animals.
Canada's Wonderland
11 Polson St., Toronto, ON
M5A 1A4
416-649-7437
The 23-acre waterfront destination
has a mini-putt course, drive-in
movie theatre, swimming pool,
rock-climbing wall, and more.
9580 Jane Street, Vaughan, ON
L6A 1S6
905-832-7000
Canada’s Wonderland offers thrills
and family fun with 200 world-class
attractions. Spend family time in
KidZville and Planet Snoopy,
discover Dinosaurs Alive!, and get
soaked in Splash Works.
Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West, Toronto,
ON M5J 2G8
416-973-4000
From cutting-edge music to
international culinary experiences,
and festivals, Harbourfront Centre
is Toronto’s Summer destination!
416-341-1000
Rogers Centre is one of the most
dynamic and versatile
entertainment centres in the world.
Home to the Toronto Blue Jays and
Toronto Argonauts.
Most events are free.
Royal Botanical Gardens
680 Plains Road West, Burlington,
ON L7T 4H4
905-527-1158
At 2,700 acres, RBG is the largest
botanical garden in Canada. Within
its 60 documented collections,
40,000 plants are displayed in five
major garden exhibition areas.
South Simcoe Railway
Mill Street West, Tottenham, ON
L0G 1W0
Polson Pier
▼ Casa Loma
Putting Edge
Locations Across the GTA , ON
855-364-7888
Enter a new dimension of fun in the
ultimate indoor glow-in-the-dark
mini golf experience at Putting
Edge.
Rogers Centre
One Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON
M5V 1J1
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Rogers Centre, One Blue Jays
Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J3
416-341-1234
Bring your family to the ballpark
every Saturday home game for
Jr. Jays Saturdays presented by
Boston Pizza! Kids can take part
take part in many fun activities.
Toronto Zoo
ON M1B 5K7
416-392-5929
There are over 6,000 animals
representing over 500 species set
on 710 acres, It's the only Zoo in
Canada where you can see Giant
Pandas!
York-Durham Heritage
Railway
19 Railway St., Uxbridge, ON
L9P 1E5
905-852-3696
A heritage non-profit passenger
railway and museum.
STATE-OF-THE-ART
INTERACTIVE GAMES
HOCKEY’S
FIRST
3D FILM
HANDS-ON
ACCESS TOTHE
STANLEY CUP
HOCKEY’S
#1 GIFT STORE
IN TORONTO
HOCKEY
HALL of FAME
Brookfield Place
Yonge & Front Sts., Toronto
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DayTrips
► Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
African Lion Safari
ON N1R 8B2
1-800-461-WILD (9453)
www.lionsafari.com
Reserves. Explore our thrilling bird
Your Family WILD!
Blue Mountain Resort
108 Jozo Weider Blvd, Blue
G
ive your
youngsters a
dose of fresh
air and introduce them
to a variety of exciting
neighbouring cities
this Summer. These
destinations, each just
a short drive or train
ride from the city, are
bursting with familyfriendly activities,
making them the perfect
spots for Summer day
trips.
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Mountains, ON L9Y 3Z2
877-445-0231
www.bluemountain.ca
Blue Mountain, Ontario’s largest
mountain resort is nestled on the
shores of Georgian Bay, located
90 minutes north of Toronto. Blue
Mountain has become the fourseason destination of the North,
visited by more than 1.5 million
guests a year. Winter at the resort
boasts 42 ski and snowboard trails
while the Summer months offer the
largest downhill mountain biking
facility in Ontario, Monterra Golf
course, Ridge Runner Mountain
Coaster, Cascade Putting Course,
Timber Challenge Ropes Course,
Wind Rider Triple Zips, Apex
Bagjump and a private beach
property among other seasonal
attractions.
The Cambridge Butterfly
Conservatory is situated on a
117 acre site which includes the
environmental sensitive Kossuth
Bog. The 25,000 square foot
facility includes a 10,800 square
foot indoor tropical garden
featuring 1000’s of free flying
butterflies from all over the world,
over 100 different varieties of
tropical plants, waterfalls, streams,
reflecting pools, tropical finches,
Chinese painted quail, and redeared slider turtles. Discover
1000's of free-flying butterflies in
a tropical garden. Explore a vast
collection of insects, meet live
giant exotic bugs, and experience
the tropics!
Chicopee Tube Park
1600 River Road East, Kitchener,
ON N2A 4K8
519-895-2322
www.chicopeetubepark.com
Guests will continue to enjoy the
excitement of Tubing rides all
through the Spring, Summer, and
Fall seasons. Our unique Italian
Cambridge Butterfly
Conservatory
2500 Kossuth Road, Cambridge,
ON N3H 4R7
519-653-1234
www.cambridgebutterfly.com
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manufactured Summer Tubing
system offers waterless tubing
on special gliding mats, providing
the same stimulating sensation
of snow tubing, without the snow!
Enjoy other attractions such a
Ziplining, Eurobungy Trampoline,
Horizontal Ropes, and The
Spiderweb - an amazing new type
of climbing tower!
HALTON COUNTY RADIAL
RAILWAY
L9T 5A2
www.hcry.org
Halton County Radial Railway is a
full-size operating electric railway
and museum, featuring historic
electric railcars operating on two
kilometers of scenic track. The
museum offers a fun day out for
everyone of all ages, featuring
unlimited rides, access to two
display barns, historic railway
station, and gift shop. Look for
many special events throughout
the season.
▼ Halton County Radial Railway
Falls. It's one of the largest freeflying indoor aviary in the world.
You'll see exotic birds, animals,
and reptiles.
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Canadian Baseball Hall of
Fame & Museum
386 Church St S, Box 1838, St.
Marys, ON N4X 1C2
877-250-2255
A 32 acre park setting that includes
three baseball fields, a museum,
and walking trails. We preserve the
vast history of the game of
baseball through our museum.
Darien Lake
Center, NY 14040
585-599-4641
paddle boats, mini golf, and more.
Discovery Harbour
97 Jury Dr., Penetanguishene, ON
L9M 1G1
705-549-8064
Discovery Harbour is a picturesque
historic site situated on beautiful
Penetanguishene Bay. Enjoy fun
and interactive daily tours, and
daily on-site activities that reflect
life at this 19th century outpost.
Fallsview Indoor Water
Park
5685 Falls Avenue, Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 6W7
905-374-4444
www.fallsviewwaterpark.com
Fallsview is North America’s
Largest Indoor Waterpark &
Resort with 3 Acres of Indoor
Family Fun! A two minute walk
from Niagara Falls. Features
16 thrilling waterslides, massive
indoor wave pool, hot springs, and
outdoor sundeck with pool. Directly
connected to Falls Avenue Resort
featuring three hotels and more!
Voted #1 Amusement Parks
& Water Parks in Canada on
TripAdvisor for the 2nd consecutive
year!
East Park London
1275 Hamilton Rd., London, ON
N5W 1B1
519-451-2950
A fun family entertainment centre
and golf course. East Park
features mini-golf, batting cages,
water slides, splash pad and
climber, go-karts, and picnic areas.
London Regional Children's
Museum
Scenic Caves Nature
Adventures
260 Scenic Caves Rd.
Collingwood, ON L9Y 0P2
705-446-0256
www.sceniccaves.com
Explore a self-guided trail of
caves, caverns, and crevasses
carved by glacial ice. Venture
over Southern Ontario’s longest
420 ft. Suspension Footbridge
which offers spectacular views
of Georgian Bay. Hitch a ride on
Rocky the train or the country
wagon. Older adventurers can soar
down the half-mile Thunderbird
Twin Zipline. Enjoy additional
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largest indoor family playland, Big
Splash, the area's largest
waterpark, paintball, bowling, and
more.
features such as: Rocky the
train, country wagon, children’s
playground, gemstone mining,
mini-golf, trout pond, picnic areas,
and more. Located 1 1/2 to 2 hours
from anywhere in southern Ontario.
Bird Kingdom
5651 River Road, Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 7M7
905-356-8888
Bird Kingdom is a world-class
attraction located a 5-minute walk
from a world wonder, Niagara
Bingemans
425 Bingemans Centre Dr.,
Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7
800-667-0833
Bingemans features FunworX, the
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21 Wharncliffe Rd. S., London, ON
N6J 4G5
519-434-5726
There are permanent galleries and
travelling/seasonal exhibits filled
with hands-on activities and
interactive programs that will entice
and engage visitors of all ages!
Marineland
ON L2E 6X8
905-356-9565
land animals.
Niagara Parks Butterfly
Conservatory
2405 Niagara Parkway, Niagara
Falls, ON L2E 3E8
905-356-8119
This attraction features over 2,000
colourful tropical butterflies
floating freely among lush, exotic
blossoms and greenery.
Riverview Zoo and Park
THEMUSEUM is a cultural
destination that celebrates art and
technology at play with an
innovative and educational facility
for kids of all ages.
16164 Highway 12, Midland, ON
L4R 4K8
705-526-7838
A National Historic Attraction of a
17th century First Nation and
European Community. A nationally
significant historic site with 25
reconstructed buildings that include
barracks, a church, and more.
Upper Canada Village
13740 County Rd. 2, Morrisburg,
ON KOC 1XO
613-543-3704
Upper Canada Village is a heritage
park in the village of Riverside
which depicts a 19th century
village in Upper Canada feating a
Santa's Village
1300 Water St., Peterborough, ON
K9J 6Z5
705-745-6866
The park covers 55.5 acres and is
the largest and most diversified
playground in the city with animals,
a splash pad, and more.
1624 Golden Beach Rd.,
Bracebridge, ON P1L 1W8
705-645-2512
A 60-acre attraction nestled in a
bend of the Muskoka River. This
amusement park has been Santa’s
Summer home for over 50 years.
Safari Niagara
Storybook Gardens
2821 Stevensville Road, Fort Erie,
ON L0S 1S0
905-382-9669
Safari Niagara, a 150-acre,
privately-owned and operated
nature park, invites you to spend
the day with more than 750
animals of native and exotic
mammals, reptiles, and birds.
1958 Storybook Lane, London, ON
N6K 4Y6
519-661-5770
Storybook Gardens offers
something for everyone, with its
farm animals, rides, games, play
house, beautiful gardens, Summer
splash pad, and more.
Sainte-Marie among the
Hurons
10 King Street West, Kitchener, ON
N2G 1A3
519-749-9387
blacksmith shop, cook’s tavern,
flour mills, and more.
Westfield Heritage Village
1049 Kirkwall Road, Kirkwall, ON
L0R 1X0
519-621-8851
Westfield is a stunning collection of
over 30 historical buildings which
has made Westfield one of the
most interesting historical
destinations in Ontario.
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THEMUSEUM
◄ Blue Mountain Resort
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Events
& Festivals
O
ne of the best
things about
living in our city
is the vast list of familyfriendly events that
take place all over the
Greater Toronto Area.
Summer is blazing with
festivals, children’s stage
shows, and fun events
every weekend. There’s
something for everyone!
Get started right here.
► The CNE
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JULY
Featured Events
The Crazy Space
Adventures of Princess
Sparkly Butt & The Hot
Dog Kid
July 2 to 11, 2015
A space exploring Princess
discovers that she can control time
with her butt. She must use her
butt powers for good, not evil, if
she hopes to save her planet from
totally exploding. This is an actionpacked space musical featuring hot
dogs, monsters, and shimmering
butts.
www.fringetoronto.com
KidsFest at Centre Island
July 3 to 5, 2015
Summer's here. Let's celebrate!
KidsFest returns to Centre Island!
Taking place during the first
full weekend of July, KidsFest
welcomes the arrival of Summer
with kid-sized activities that are
fun for the whole family! With face
painting clowns, bouncing castles,
a colouring station, live animal
visits from Far Enough Farm,
music, and much more. Free.
www.centreisland.ca
Pompeii: In the Shadow of
the Volcano at the ROM
For a Limited Time
On display in the Garfield Weston
Exhibition Hall, the exhibition
includes approximately 200
evocative objects that tell the
dramatic story of Pompeii, an
ancient Roman city captured in
time by ash and debris that buried
it during a volcanic eruption.
Pompeii focuses on the people
living in the city, revealing the
fragility of life in the face of natural
disaster.
www.rom.on.ca
MythBusters: The Explosive
Exhibition at Ontario
Science Centre
Until September 13, 2015
Can you huff, puff, and blow a
house down? Does toast always
land butter-side down? What keeps
you drier – running in the rain or
walking through it? Can you really
make a canoe out of duct tape?
Spend a day as a MythBuster
at MythBusters: The Explosive
Exhibition to uncover the truth.
And while you’re at it, watch live
demonstrations and check out real
props and gadgets from the show.
July 1 to September 3, 2015
Through singing, dancing, and lots
of interactive bits, The Second City
cast tells the story of a spooky, silly
gang of ghouls forced to spend
their summer at a remedial camp
for monsters. Summertime laughs
for all ages! Matinee Performances
every Wednesday and Thursday.
www.secondcity.com
Shrine Circus
June 19 to August 2, 2015
The Shrine Circus Presents...
All New Thrill Show... Under the
Traditional Big Top. Because of
their uncompromising quest for
excellence, you will be amazed
by this year’s renowned Shrine
CircusSpectac! 2015 We will take
you into a world where you’ll see
spectacular performances from
around the globe. Hold on to your
seats and experience a showcase
of talent that you’ll never forget!
www.shrine-circus.com
FringeKids! The Toronto
Fringe Festival
July 1 to 12, 2015
FringeKids! features nine
productions which range from
puppet shows and interactive
musicals to fantastical tales and
charming classics. Ticketed event.
Shows for kids 3-12. Over 54
shows to choose from.
www.fringetoronto.com
Mary Poppins at Lower
Ossington Theatre
Taste of Lawrence
July 9 to August 30, 2015
Everyone's favourite
practically perfect nanny
takes the stage in this
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
musical adventure! One of the
most popular Disney movies of all
time is capturing hearts in a whole
new way: as a practically perfect
musical! Save 40% off tickets with
Code: FAM40.
www.ticketwise.ca
July 3 to 5, 2015
The Taste of Lawrence is a threeday food and cultural festival
that takes place in the Wexford
Heights BIA. As Scarborough’s
largest street festival it boasts the
most enticing flavours from every
cultural community in the GTA.
Free.
www.tasteoflawrence.com
Afrofest
July 4 to 5, 2015
Afrofest will feature 35 scheduled
live performances, workshops,
spoken word artists, dance groups,
an interactive children’s village
and marketplace, over 70 vendors.
There is something for everyone.
Afrofest is the African cultural event
of the Summer! Free.
www.afrofest.ca
OTHER EVENTS
Eco Art Fest at Todmorden
Mills
The festival includes public art
installations by Canadian artists,
art activities for families and all
ages, guided art tours, and musical
performances in a licensed outdoor
space. Free.
www.no9.ca/ecoartfest
Cultura Festival
July 3 to 24, 2015
Cultura is a free weekly Friday
night festival in July that features
family friendly music, buskers,
international foods, kids' activities,
and more. At Mel Lastman Square.
Free admission.
www.culturafestival.ca
Symphony in the Gardens
at Casa Loma
Casa Loma will play host to
the Toronto Concert Orchestra,
conducted by Maestro Kerry
Stratton, in the spectacular Glass
Pavilion. Enjoy stunning views of
the city, majestic castle, and the
beautiful estate gardens while
listening to the Toronto Concert
Orchestra under the stars.
www.casaloma.org
Thrill of the Grill
July 4, 2015
Seven of the Danforth’s excellent
restaurants and food shops will
light up your taste buds with their
delicious back ribs.
www.thedanforth.ca
Vampire Campfire at Second
City
Brickfête 2015: LEGO Fan
Festival
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July 4 and 5, 2015
The biggest LEGO fan event in
Canada! 14,000 sq. ft. of LEGO
creations built by hobbyists with
unique and detailed builds.
www.brickfete.com
Salsa on St. Clair Street
Festival
July 4 and 5, 2015
St. Clair Avenue West will be
transformed into a showcase of
Latin Life where live music, dance,
fiery food, and fun take over the
street. Free admisssion.
www.salsaintoronto.com
Ontario Family Fishing
Events
July 4 to 12, 2015
Ontario Family Fishing Events is
a province-wide opportunity for
Canadian residents to fish Ontario
waters without a license. There
has never been a better time to
introduce a friend to fishing!
www.ontariofamilyfishing.com
YOUTH DAY
July 5, 2015
YD | T.O is a FREE annual
festival celebrating the positive
achievements of young people
showcasing their MUSIC, DANCE,
ART, PHOTOGRAPHY, FASHION,
and FILM in front of some 30,000
visitors!
www.yd-toronto.com
Scotiabank Caribbean
Carnival Toronto
July 7 to August 2 2015
An exciting three-week cultural
explosion of Caribbean music,
cuisine, revelry, as well as visual
and performing arts.
www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com
Carabram: Brampton’s
Multicultural Festival
July 10 to 12, 2015
Families can experience the rich
culture, food, crafts, drinks, and
entertainment of different ethnic
groups in Brampton. Ticketed
event.
www.carabram.org
Franco-Fête de Toronto at
Yonge-Dundas Square
July 10, 2015 to July 24, 2015
Franco-Fête will bring together
on stage, in the space of two
weeks, dozens of French-speaking
Ontarian, Canadian and Pan
American artists.
www.ydsquare.ca
TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Games
July 10 to 26, 2015
At the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am
/ Parapan Am Games, 7,600 top
athletes from the Americas and
Caribbean will compete at more
than 30 venues located in 16
municipalities across southern
Ontario.
www.toronto2015.org
Beaches International Jazz
Festival
July 10 to 26, 2015
Toronto's signature Jazz event,
attracting millions of people,
is filled with great music, large
crowds, and an engaging
atmosphere. Free admission.
www.beachesjazz.com
TD IRIE Music Festival at
MISSISSAUGA SQUARE
July 11 and 12, 2015
www.iriemusicfestival.com
Join the celebration of music—from
Reggae to Salsa, Soul to African,
dance, visual arts exhibition,
delicious tropical food and drinks,
and more.
TO Food Fest 2015
July 12, 2015
Established and aspiring chefs
can be found at the TO Food Fest,
giving the local community a taste
of unique and delicious cuisine.
www.tofoodfest.com
This unique festival launches with
a dynamic, high-energy parade
down world-famous Yonge Street.
Toronto’s most dazzling, headturning Summer events. Admission
is free.
www.festivalofindia.ca
Toronto Bastille Day 2015
July 12, 2015
In true Parisian spirit, guests are
invited to picnic on the grass or
purchase fare from the French
market. Games and activities for
the whole family throughout the
day. Celebrations will end with
an official ceremony, a large bal
populaire, a traditional French
dance, and a live band. Free.
www.torontobastilleday.com
Celebrate your Friendship
with Thomas
July 18 to 26, 2015
A fun-filled event that provides
children of all ages the opportunity
to climb aboard and take a ride
with Thomas as well as participate
in Thomas & Friends themed
activities.
www.ecrm5700.org
Ritmo y Color at
Harbourfront Centre
July 17 to 19, 2015
Toronto's largest pan-Latin
festivals, showcasing the cultural
vibrancy of today's diverse Latin
American communities both locally
and internationally. Free.
www.harbourfrontcentre.com
Toronto International
BrazilFest
Canada's Parks Day 2015
July 18, 2015
Across the country, Parks Canada
places hold fun, educational,
family-oriented events and
activities to highlight the important
role that parks play
www.pc.gc.ca
July 18 and 19, 2015
July 29 and 30, 2015
Join us for live performances
starring your favourite Kids' CBC
stars. Take part in lots of free
crafts and activities primarily for
preschoolers but also includes
some activities for school-aged
kids. Free.
www.cbc.ca/parents/events
Island Soul Festival at
Harbourfront Centre
Celebrate the rich artistic traditions,
emerging art forms, innovative
expressions, and vibrant lifestyles
of the Caribbean.
July 19, 2015
Canada’s largest Brazilian culture
event dedicated to showcasing
Brazilian culture including its food,
dance, and music.
www.brazilfest.ca
August
Festival Kompa Zouk:
French Creole Festival
A celebration of French-Caribbean
values through music, dance,
cuisine arts, and crafts. Children's
workshops are being offered this
year.
www.fkzo.ca
Festival of India
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July 1 - 12
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Science Centre
Shrine Circus
The Shrine Circus Presents...
All New Thrill Show... Under the
Traditional Big Top. Because of
their uncompromising quest for
excellence, you will be amazed
by this year’s renowned Shrine
CircusSpectac! 2015 We will take
you into a world where you’ll see
spectacular performances from
around the globe. Hold on to your
seats and experience a showcase
of talent that you’ll never forget!
Heroes including Spider-Man, Iron
Man and Hulk and threatening
villains come to life in an actionpacked arena extravaganza,
coming to the Air Canada Centre.
www.ticketmaster.ca
Mary Poppins at Lower
Ossington Theatre
Everyone's favourite
practically perfect nanny
takes the stage in this
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
musical adventure! One of the
most popular Disney movies of all
time is capturing hearts in a whole
new way: as a practically perfect
musical! Save 40% off tickets with
Code: FAM40.
www.ticketwise.ca
Canadian National
Exhibition (CNE)
August 21 to September 7, 2015
free with admission to the CNE.
highlights.
www.theex.com
The Pirate Festival
August 3 to 5, 2015
Held at Country Heritage Park,
Milton, this festival has pirate
stages with entertainment for the
family, interaction with pirates, a
marketplace, games of skill and
loads of fun, and of course, there
will be food 'n' drink. Entertainment
with a pirate flare, provides a little
bit of everything for everyone!
Pirated Fairy Tales, The Pirates
McKenna, and the Mud Show
are just a few of the attractions to
entertain Privateers and families
alike.
www.thepiratefestival.com
OTHER EVENTS
Toronto Food Truck
Festival
August 1 and 2, 2015
Join us at Woodbine Park for great
food, cold beer, live music, and a
Children’s Village! Free admission
and plenty of parking.
www.torontofoodtruckfestival.com
Marvel Universe LIVE!
Mills
August 13 to 16, 2015
Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel
Universe LIVE! is taking the live
show experience to a whole new
level, with a mind-blowing show
unlike anything you've seen before.
Watch your favorite Marvel Super
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space. Free.
Symphony in the Gardens
at Casa Loma
Casa Loma will play host to
the Toronto Concert Orchestra,
conducted by Maestro Kerry
Stratton, in the spectacular Glass
Pavilion. Enjoy stunning views of
the city, majestic castle, and the
beautiful estate gardens while
listening to the Toronto Concert
Orchestra under the stars.
www.casaloma.org
Scotiabank Caribbean
Carnival Toronto
Until August 2, 2015
An exciting three-week cultural
explosion of Caribbean music,
cuisine, revelry, as well as visual
and performing arts.
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www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com
Festival Kompa Zouk:
French Creole Festival
A celebration of French-Caribbean
values through music, dance,
cuisine arts, and crafts. Children's
workshops are being offered this
year.
www.fkzo.ca
Island Soul Festival at
Harbourfront Centre
Celebrate the rich artistic traditions,
emerging art forms, innovative
expressions, and vibrant lifestyles
of the Caribbean.
TD IRIE Music Festival at
Fort York
Join the celebration of music—from
Reggae to Salsa, Soul to African,
dance, visual arts exhibition,
delicious tropical food and drinks,
and more.
www.iriemusicfestival.com
Tennis Canada Rogers Cup
August 6 to 8, 2015
A prestigious professional tennis
tournament run by Tennis Canada.
www.rogerscup.com
Pilaros Taste of the
Danforth
August 7 to 9, 2015
One of Toronto's signature events,
showcasing the best of Hellenic
food, culture, and music our
multicultural city has to offer - from
souvlaki to mezes, authentic Greek
music, to interactive children's
games!
www.tasteofthedanforth.com
North York Festival 2015
August 8, 2015
The event includes: a kids
playground, magic show,
entertainment, and stilt walkers.
Free.
www.northyorkfestival.com
JerkFest: Jerk Food
Festival
JerkFest offers great jerk food
and fun for the entire family. Also
features entertainment and a Kids
Zone.
www.jerkfestival.ca
Habari African Festival at
Harbourfront Centre
August 14 to 16, 2015
Learn about the rich and diverse
cultures spanning the African
continent at this weekend-long
exploration of art, food, film, music,
and more. Free.
York-Eglinton International
Street Festival
The York-Eglinton International
Street Festival is one of Toronto’s
must-see events. Features live
musical performances from local
talent, salsa dance demonstrations
and instruction, a street-level
carnival, countless food vendors,
an exotic animal petting zoo, and
amazing sales. Free.
www.InternationalStreetFest.com
TD Festival of South Asia
The TD Festival of South Asia
creates a window into the East
to celebrate and experience the
culture and cuisine of South Asia.
www.festivalofsouthasia.com
The City of Burlington's
Children's Festival
August 16, 2015
Sports Fun! We're celebrating over
20 years of the festival that is all
about kids having fun! Bouncers,
face paint, swag, and activities
galore. Free admission.
www.burlingtondowntown.ca
Tirgan Iranian Festival
August 20 to 23, 2015
The world's largest Iranian arts and
culture festival, bringing together
artists from around the globe
to showcase the richness and
diversity of Iranian art and culture
through a mosaic of world-class
talent.
Annual Toronto Chinatown
Festival
August 22, 2015
There will be sweet and savoury
specialty foods from the Chinese,
Filipino, Japanese, Greek, French,
Caribbean, Malaysian cultures,
and many more. Keep your eyes
peeled for the dragon parading
around the streets of Chinatown as
well as lively lion dances during the
Festival hours. Free.
www.chinatownbia.com
BIG ON BLOOR Festival
BIG ON BLOOR celebrates arts,
culture, and small businesses with
a unique community and citybuilding festival.
www.bigonbloor.com
Coconut Festival Canada
August 23, 2015
In its second year, the Festival
highlights one of the greatest
fruits in the world, the coconut!
Experience the sights and sounds
and immerse your senses in the
wonders that it brings. Free.
www.coconutfestival.ca
Scotiabank BuskerFest
August 27 to 30, 2015
This year's Scotiabank BuskerFest
is full of surprises that will make
your jaw hit Yonge Street! 4 days
and 4 nights of continuous nonstop, side-splitting hilarity!
www.torontobuskerfest.com
▲ MYTHBUSTERS at Ontario Science Centre PAGE 23
TAIWANFest at
Harbourfront
August 28 to 30, 2015
The tiny island where a world of
food and culture meets! Tantalizing
cooking demonstrations, musical
performances by top acts in
Taiwan, and much more.
september
(The Walking Dead), and more!
The pop culture extravaganza
expects to host over 125,000
fans at 750,000 sq ft of the Metro
Toronto Convention Centre for the
four-day event.
www.fanexpocanada.com
Canadian National
Exhibition (CNE)
space. Free.
August 21 to September 7, 2015
free with admission to the CNE.
highlights.
www.theex.com
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Fan Expo Canada
September 3 to 6, 2015
FAN EXPO Canada™ boasts the
largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime,
and gaming event in Canada, the
third largest in North America. It is
packed with exciting family-friendly
activities and celebrity guests
including Stan Lee (X-Men; SpiderMan), Patrick Stewart (Star Trek:
The Next Generation), Richard
Dreyfuss (Jaws), Stephen Amell
(Arrow), Ian Somerhalder (The
Vampire Diaries), Danai Gurira
Science Centre
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OTHER EVENTS
Mills
Hispanic Fiesta
Hispanic Fiesta is ready to fill Mel
Lastman Square with the splendid
sounds, tempting treats, and
colourful culture that the Hispanic
heritage is famous for. Hispanic
Fiesta will feature the best known
local and international Hispanic
performers covering 20 different
Spanish-speaking countries. Free.
www.hispanicfiesta.com
Hot & Spicy Food Festival
The Hot & Spicy Food Festival
features a fiery palette of hot and
spicy food, music, dance, and the
popular Iron Chef Competition.
INDOOR Play
W
hen kids
need to
take some
refuge from the heat,
head into one of
these fun amusement
places. Enjoy indoor
playgrounds, bowling,
clay painting, fun
centres, rock-climbing,
adrenaline-pumping
activities, and much
more. Guaranteed kidfriendly fun!
► The Hub Climbing
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Active Bodies Active Minds
Educational Playground
1567 Sedlescomb Dr.,
Mississauga, ON L4X 1M4
905-602-5611
www.edu-playground.com
Featured as one of Canada's
best indoor playgrounds by
Today's Parent Magazine, Active
Bodies Active Minds is the
newest playground and learning
experience! Discover and interact
in a FUN children’s museum
setting: 7000 sq ft of fun in a
unique interactive playground,
multiple handson learning stations,
exceptional educational toys, large
discovery play area, two tier jungle
gym, race track, and an infant/
toddler discovery play area.
Amazing Adventures
Playland
Burlington: 905-639-6544
Mississauga West: 905-607-3861
www.amazingadventuresplayland.
ca
Amazing Adventures Playland is
the ultimate family play centre.
Amazing Adventures Playland®
is an indoor adventure playland
filled with soft play structures,
foam ball and cannon arenas,
toddler play areas, and thrilling
arcade games! Our purpose at
Amazing Adventures Playland is
to encourage a healthy lifestyle for
kids through fun exercise in a safe,
comfortable indoor environment.
Beach Blast
15 Leswyn Rd, Toronto, ON M6A
1J8
416-785-6677
www.beachblast.ca
Welcome to the all-in-one-stop
shop for anything beach volleyball
or sport on sand related. We have
over 50,000 sq ft of indoor and
outdoor sandbox courts, and with
volleyball leagues that also reach
out to the shores of Lake Ontario.
You’ll find 7 heated indoor sand
volleyball courts… a more reliable
venue than mother nature could
ever offer! We have the amenities
to help you sit back and enjoy.
Inside our facility you’ll find the
usual beach fare: beach chairs and
picnic tables, combined with the
comforts of home: satellite TV’s
and indoor sound system.
Area 51 Laser Tag & Planet
Play
ON L4K 2N6
905-303-8393
www.planet-play.ca
Join us here at Area51 Lasertag
& Planet Play for our Unlimited
Summer Seasons Pass! Starting
from July 2 toSeptember 4th, enjoy
'Unlimited Lasertag' for the whole
Summer for $39.95 + HST. Now
how can you go wrong! So buckle
up, get pumped and experience
what everyone is talking about!
AREA51 Laser Tag! 14 different
game perks, 8 different game
types! We are Heart Racing,
Adrenaline pumping, NON-STOP
ACTION! Valid Monday through
Sunday, excluding holidays.
DP Lazer Maze
31 Gaudaur Road, Vaughan, ON
L4L 3R8
647-518-5055
www.lazermaze.ca
DP Lazer Maze provides
Heart-racing fun for all in our
MASSIVE 5000 sq. foot laser
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tag arena. Enjoy some pre-game
entertainment like arcade games,
watching your favourite sport, or
catching up on some news on the
big screen TVs. Grab a snack,
coffee, or drink from the Maze Café
or just sit back and relax.
The Clay Room
279 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON
M4K 2X4
416-466-8474
www.theclayroom.ca
The Clay Room is an interactive
ceramics store where customers
of all ages use the ground-level
space as their studio to paint-yourown ceramics. The Do-It-Yourself
studio is not only a retail store but
also a unique creative learning
centre! Walk-ins welcome!
Dune Kids
1 Promenade Circle, Thornhill, ON
L4J 4P8
289-597-4602
www.dunekids.ca
Dune Kids is creative play centre
with a world theme. Integrating
art, play, learning, and culture
in a unique space designed to
serve young families and bring the
community together. Each month
features a new theme to explore.
Parents can come and enjoy
our fun and creative space with
their kids with our "Stay & Play"
program (ages 6 months - 9 years)
or drop the kids off for an hour or
two of creative fun while they relax
or get some errands done. (ages
3-9 years).
Explore Center
385 Enford Rd, Richmond Hill, ON
L4C 3G2
905-237-5574
www.explorecenter.ca
Explore Center is an indoor
playground and birthday center
located in the heart of Richmond
Hill. Explore, play, and party in our
3000 Sq. ft. facility, which is fun
for the whole family! There are
separate areas of soft climbing
mats, obstacles for babies, a jungle
gym for toddlers, a play structure
with a slide, trampoline, and the
ball pit to jump and hide in!
Shopping Centre
M9W 6K5
416-674-5200
www.fantasyfair.ca
The Hub Climbing
165 McIntosh Drive, Markham, ON
L3R 0N6
905-604-4588
www.hubclimbing.com
With 18,000 square feet, Hub
Climbing is the largest climbing
gym in Ontario and the largest
bouldering gym in Canada. Hub
Climbing is also an accredited
tourist facility. We also have a
yoga and a fitness studio. We
offer a Youth Climbing Club with
various time slots and a program
for various availability, ages, and
experience levels. Inquire about
our Family Night Special on
Fridays and Saturdays, designed
for Super Hubalicious Family Fun!
Jiggles & Giggles Indoor
Playground
120 Carlauren Rd. Unit #1
Woodbridge, ON L4L 8E5
905-264-8222
www.jigglesandgiggles.ca
Jiggles and Giggles is a safe and
clean indoor playground and party
centre. Our playground features
Climbing Towers, a large Air
Bouncer, 2 Slide Play System,
a Toddler Area, Air Hockey, a
Private Kitchen, Safety Rubber
Flooring, and more! From our 20
foot climbing structure to the jungle
themed bouncing castle, there are
plenty of activities for your child
to enjoy.
Kidnetix
Multiple Locations, ON
Yorkdale: 416-904-2556
Brampton: 905-459-7529
www.kidnetix.ca
Welcome to Kidnetix! GTA’s
premier indoor play centre. Kidnetix
is a clean safe and comfortable
place fo you to sit back and relax
while your children explore in our
never ending maze of tunnels,
wobblers, climbing walls, slides,
activity panels, and interactive
games that will have them playing
for hours. Our playground activities
and equipment are designed
to promote healthy childhood
development, so you can be
assured a great workout while
having a blast!
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Kids Zone Family Fun Centre
12 Stanley Court, Whitby, ON
L1N 8P9
905-666-5437
www.kidszonedurham.ca
Durham's Ultimate Play and Party
Centre! We are more than just
an indoor playground, we offer a
fun healthy indoor recreation and
active play centre. It’s safe, secure
enjoyment for the whole family. Our
large play structure is designed
for the abilities of kids age 2 to 12.
Our specially designed Toddler
Structure is for the abilities of
children from 12 months to 35
months. Attactions also include:
Teddy Bear Workshop, Laser Tag,
and Arcade.
Kids Fun City
150 Lesmill Road Unit 300,
Toronto, ON M3B 2T5
416-444-4FUN (386)
www.kidsfuncity.ca
Kids Fun City is a facility where
children and families can play
together, celebrate a special
occasion, and create memorable
experiences. It's a one stop
shop for family and children
entertainment. We offer a wide
variety of attractions. For our
parties and corporate events
we offer full service on fun,
food, non-alcoholic drinks, and
entertainment. Come dart through
our laser frenzy maze, bowl like a
pro, mini golf with the family, feel
the rush in our Atomic Rush or
compete in our Tronixx Zone!
Kidville
3420 Yonge Street, North of
Lawrence, Toronto, ON M4M 2M9
416-483-7070
www.kidville.ca
Kidville is a unique one-stop shop,
where parents and kids newborn
to six years old can put creativity,
fun and family-time first! At various
times throughout the week, we
convert one of our state-of-the-art
gyms into a fantastic supervised
indoor playspace, giving kids a fun
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and safe space to run, climb, and
make new friends.
King Giulian's Mini Stick and
Gaming Centre
5601 Steeles Avenue West, Unit 4,
Toronto, ON M9L 1S7
416-742-3000
www.kinggiulians.com
King Giulian’s came to be from
a 10 year old boy with this great
idea. To put the love of mini sticks
and video games, two things all
kids LOVE. If you're looking for
a place when the weather is not
good or on those hot days, call KG
to book an indoor play date. Bring
a group of kids and have a BLAST!
Play Mini Sticks with a real score
clock, siren when you score and
a goal light. Play your favourite
video games on 50" LED TV's
for the most entertaining Gaming
Experience. For ages 4 to 13.
Laser Quest
905-678-7272
www.laserquest.com
Oakville, a new centre in Whitby
opening June of 2015!
▼ Amazing Adventures Playland
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Toronto
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive, Vaughan,
ON L4K 5W4
855-356-2150
toronto
Builder workshops, and more!
See Toronto’s iconic attractions
made out of LEGO in MINILAND®.
Legoland Discovery Centre also
offers birthday parties for kids,
school field trip workshops to
support the Toronto curriculum,
Mess for Fun Indoor
Playland & Ceramic Studio
73 Alness Street Unit # 3, North
York, ON M3J 2H2
416-736-7101
www.messforfun.com
Mess for Fun is Toronto’s
PREMIER indoor kids playground
and birthday party centre with
one of a kind ceramic and art
studio. We offer a safe, spacious,
peanut free environment with a
designated play area and ceramic
studio to host events and birthday
parties. While the kids play, the
adults can sit back and relax or
play along with the children. Lot of
free parking space; complimentary
coffee, tea; WI-FI. Check our
calendar for upcoming fun events
during the year! Walk-ins are
welcome, however it is our request
to kindly call ahead before coming.
More Fun with Bounce
Indoor Playground & Party
Centre
170 Bovaird Dr West, Unit #8,
Brampton, ON L7A 1A1
905-457-5867
www.morefunwithbounce.com
More Fun with Bounce is a parent/
caregiver supervised centre
focussed around the entertainment
and health benefits of children.
We offer a safe, clean, peanut-free
environment in our 4800 square
feet facility with includes 3 colourful
party rooms, a fabulous play
structure geared towards children 4
to 12, as well as an additional play
structure for toddlers.
Playdium
905-273-9000
www.playdium.com
▲ DP Lazer Maze
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Whether it’s a birthday party,
team building event, fundraiser,
or company celebration, Playtime
Bowl can get your party ROCKING
AND BOWLING.
True North Climbing
75 Carl Hall Road, Toronto, ON
M3K 2B9
416-398-7625
www.truenorthclimbing.com
True North Climbing is a 12,000
square foot indoor rock climbing
facility that has over 14,000
square feet of climbing terrain. Our
large, clean and modern indoor
climbing facility offers a wide range
of services for anyone from the
beginner to the hard-core climbing
addict. We offer Introductory
Lessons to help beginners get
started, birthday parties, and
after school/weekend Youth
Programmes. And a rock climbing
Playtime Bowl
33 Samor Road, Toronto, ON
M6A 1J2
416-787-4533
www.playtimebowl.com
Playtime Bowl is dedicated
to providing the BEST
ENTERTAINMENT VALUE in
Toronto. Our modern 48 lane
bowling center has kid friendly
10 pin bowling (with bumpers
available), an upscale Cosmic
Bowling Lounge, 2 bars, private
meeting space and a full center
capacity of up to 400 people.
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event is a great way for your team
to have fun together!
World Bowl
9 East Wilmot Street, Richmond
Hill, ON L4B 1A3
905-881-5927
www.worldbowl.ca
World Bowl is a state of the art
entertainment bowling centre. We
have 40 fully automated 10-pin
bowling lanes with computerized
scoring all ready for you to enjoy.
Hungry or thirsty? Don't worry! We
also have a fully licensed snack
bar and lounge all ready to provide
you with fresh and delicious food.
We have also recently upgraded
our facilities so that we can offer
you the best possible experience.
Bowling is fun for everyone!
Museums & GALLERIES
Y
► Royal Ontario Museum
ou probably
already know
that Toronto is
home to some of the
world's best museums
and galleries.
These magnificent
institutions aren't just
for the grown-ups'
enjoyment - in fact,
there are plenty of
amazing exhibits
geared specifically
toward the younger
crowd. Start here to
explore the GTA's kidfriendly museums and
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Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Dr., Toronto,
ON M6R 2Z3
416-392-6916
www.toronto.ca
This rare Regency picturesque
cottage is a graceful monument
to John and Jemima Howard, the
couple who founded High Park.
John Howard, one of Toronto's
first architects, as well as a City
engineer and surveyor, built
Colborne Lodge in 1837. Drop
in and view the many original
furnishings and artifacts and
some of John Howard's own
watercolours depicting images of
early Toronto.
Fort York
250 Fort York Blvd., Toronto, ON
M5V 3K9
416-392-6907
www.fortyork.ca
Built in 1793, Fort York National
Historic Site is the birthplace of
urban Toronto. It is best known as
the location where the Battle of
York came to its violent climax in
1813 during the War of 1812.
Today, its defensive walls enclose
Canada's largest collection of
original War of 1812 buildings.
Thousands of people visit the site
to explore its fascinating history
and enjoy its public programs.
The Markham Museum connects
the history of Markham to today’s
new ‘settlers’ by examining our
environment and the tools we use
to adapt to our changing world.
The 25-acre Museum site offers:
exhibits, school programs, public
programs and events, private event
venues and research facilities.
Look for special events throughout
the season.
Mackenzie House
82 Bond Street, Toronto, ON
M5B 1X5
www.toronto.ca
Mackenzie House is the restored
home of William Lyon Mackenzie,
Toronto's first Mayor, a radical
journalist and publisher, and leader
of the Rebellion of 1837 in Upper
Canada. The museum offers
visitors the chance to explore the
recreated 1850s print shop and
modern gallery and enjoy the many
changing exhibitions. Don't miss
annual events.
Montgomery's Inn
4709 Dundas Street West,
Etobicoke, ON M9A 1A8
416-394-8113
www.toronto.ca
History comes to life at
Montgomery's Inn! Montgomery's
Inn has been a landmark in
Etobicoke for over 180 years. Now
surrounded by a rapidly expanding
metropolis, it continues to provide
visual evidence of early 19thcentury life in this region. Today,
the museum has been restored to
its heyday of 1847 and extends
the tradition of hospitality that the
Montgomerys started in the 1830s.
Markham Museum
9350 Markham Road, Markham,
ON L3R 9W3
905-305-5970
www.markhammuseum.ca
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Pickering Museum Village
2365 Concession Road 6,
Greenwood, ON L0H 1H0
905-683-8401
www.pickering.ca/museum
Travel back in time and experience
Live History at Pickering Museum
Village! Think History is boring?
See it Live at Pickering Museum
Village! Visit the largest living
history museum in Durham and
explore nineteen heritage buildings
including a blacksmith’s shop,
general store, steam barn, chapel,
and more. It’s a new adventure
every time. Nestled on the banks of
Duffins Creek, Pickering Museum
Village is a living history pioneer
village consisting of 19 heritage
buildings, gardens, and orchards.
Royal Ontario Museum
(ROM)
100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON
M5S 2C6
416-586-8000
www.rom.on.ca
Discover the natural and cultural
world at the Royal Ontario
Museum. The Royal Ontario
Museum is one of Canada’s largest
museums with eight Centres of
Discovery to connect you to vibrant
communities, and access our
extensive collections and curatorial
expertise. We offer tons of familyfriendly experiences for kids of all
ages. This Summer, see the new
exhibition, Pompeii: In the Shadow
of the Volcano.
Scarborough Museum
Art Gallery of Ontario
317 Dundas St. West, Toronto, ON
M5T 1G4
416-979-6608
The Art Gallery of Ontario is one of
the largest art museums in North
America, with a physical
facility of 583,000 sq. ft. The AGO
holds more than 80,000 works in
its collection, which spans
from 100 A.D. to the present.
1007 Brimley Road, Scarborough,
ON M1P 3X9
416-338-8807
www.toronto.ca
Discover rural life from the 1850s
to 1900 in Scarborough's Thomson
Memorial Park. Scarborough
Museum is a fun, friendly place to
visit. There's something for
everyone, from community
events and kids' day camps and
birthday parties, to great volunteer
opportunities for youth! Admission
is by donation.
Bata Shoe Museum
Spadina Museum Historic
House & Gardens
9280 Airport Road, Mount Hope,
ON L0R 1W0
905-679-4183
Canadian Warplane Heritage
Museum is a living museum
featuring the aircraft used by
Canadians or Canada's Military
from the beginning of World War II
up to the present. The Museum's
collection includes aircraft that
really fly and several that remain
on static display and are interactive
workshops.
285 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON
M5R 2V6
416-392-6910
www.toronto.ca
Take in the beauty of one of
Toronto's finest mansions and tour
its restored Edwardian gardens.
For over a century, Spadina was
home to three generations of the
Austin family. Spadina Museum
has been restored to accurately
reflect how the Austin family lived
during the inter-war period. Visitors
can view the authentic artifacts,
furnishings, and changing exhibits
or explore the estate's 1905 era
garden.
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327 Bloor Street West, Toronto,
ON M5S 1W7
416-979-7799
Discover the treasures of
North America’s charming and
surprising shoe museum. Located
in Toronto, Canada, the BSM
has over a thousand shoes and
related artefacts (from a collection
numbering over 13,000) on exhibit.
Canadian Warplane
Heritage Museum
national ceramics museum, and
one of the world’s great specialty
museums. Check for family events
and special exhibitions.
Gardiner Museum
111 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON
M5S 2C7
416-586-8080
The Gardiner Museum is Canada’s
Museum of Inuit Art
207 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 1A7
416-640-1571
Located on Toronto’s waterfront,
we are the only museum in
southern Canada that is devoted
exclusively to art made by Inuit.
Oshawa Community Museum
& Archives
1450 Simcoe Street South,
Lakeview Park ON L1H 8S8
905-436-7624
The Oshawa Community Museum
& Archives tells the story of
Oshawa from the first native
settlements to the present day. It's
fun for the whole family!
McMichael Canadian Art
Collection
▲Spadina Museum
10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg,
ON L0J 1C0
905-893-1121
A unique and truly Canadian
experience. From the art within
the gallery on its walls to the
surrounding landscape, the
McMichael is the perfect gallery for
an introduction to Canada's art.
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Outdoor & Nature
Adventures
S
tuck in a playtime
rut? Whether
you seek
tree-top trekking,
zip linning, caves,
nature parks, hiking,
camping, or more, one
of these attractions has
recreational fun for your
family. If your clan is
craving adventure, this
list is for you.
► Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
Eyer Ropes Challenge
Course
1045 Elgin Mills Road East,
Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1M7
905-773-4630 x223
www.richmondhill.ca/
eyerhomestead
Set on a 1.75-acre park, the
Challenge Ropes Course consists
of five high elements, including
a climbing wall with four different
paths and 17 low elements. With
the use of ropes and belay devices
for safety, you’ll navigate through
the course for a fun and rewarding
experience! Adventure-seekers can
celebrate their special days on the
High and Low Ropes Challenge
Course and Climbing Wall, too.
Pirate Life
Avenue of the Island, Toronto
Islands, ON M5E 1B2
416-476-3836
www.piratelife.ca
Join the crew of Pirate Life and
search for a sunken treasure! Sail
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aboard the 45 foot Island Rogue
from Centre Island. Come dressed
in a pirate costume or use ours.
Receive face paint tattoos and
new pirate nick names. Aboard
the vessel, learn the ropes at
Pirate School, encounter treasure
map, cross sword with a villain
and fire the water cannons. Fun
for families, birthday parties, and
private events!
down a 300’ forest zip line, explore
caves while learning about the
area ecosystems and finish by
flying down the 1000’ Escarpment
zipline. Reservations required; age,
height, and weight restrictions. Add
a ride on the half-mile Thunderbird
Twin Zip.
Treetop Trekking
Stouffville
3291 Stouffville Rd, Stouffville, ON
L4A 7X5
844-369-0009
www.treetoptrekking.com
Treetop Trekking is Ontario's
original and most exciting tree
top zip line adventure and is the
perfect outing for adventurous
families, groups of friends,
or birthday parties. If you are
looking to have an unforgettable
day outside while getting some
exercise at the same time, a
visit to Treetop Trekking will not
disappoint! The main activity at
Treetop Trekking Stouffville is the
parks 3-hour Zip Line and Aerial
Scenic Caves Nature
Adventures
260 Scenic Caves Rd.,
Collingwood, ON L9Y 0P2
705-446-0256
www.sceniccaves.com
Experience treetop walking and
zip cable gliding on a 3-hour
guided Eco Adventure Tour. After
crossing Southern Ontario’s
longest Suspension Bridge, you’ll
climb high up into the treetop
canopy, along a web of platform
decks spun together by cables
and air borne walkways. You’ll zip
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Game Tour. The Stouffivlle park is
home to Treewalk Village - a new
and exciting treefort adventure for
kids aged 5 to 10.
Treewalk Village
3291 Stouffville Rd, Stouffville, ON
L4A 7X5
844-369-0009
www.treewalkvillage.com
This brand new adventure park
at Treetop Trekking Stouffville
is sure to be your new favourite
destination for family fun and is
only 20 minutes from Toronto!
Children and the young at heart
can let their imaginations lead the
way while exploring our tree house
village at Bruce's Mill Conservation
Area. Totally enclosed in 8 foot tall
hammock nets, there is no need
to wear safety harnesses while
climbing from tree to tree! Descend
to the ground on slides, crawl
through a network of tunnels, and
play on our Treewee Walk obstacle
course! This activity is perfect for
ages 2 and up! Opening June
species of wildlife.
▼ Centre Island
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Kortright Centre for
Conservation
9550 Pine Valley Drive,
Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A6
905-832-2289
Discover the Kortright Centre's
beautiful trails, great for hiking.
This breathtaking piece of property
is located just north of Toronto.
Find special events all year long
and enjoy some of the best picnic
sites. Children up to 15 years old
are free with families.
Petticoat Creek
Conservation Area
1100 Whites Rd., Pickering, ON
L1V 1R5
416-661-6600
A picturesque Conservation Park
offering beautiful scenery of the
shoreline and bluffs, and vast
spaces for picnicking. Enjoy one of
the largest outdoor pools of its kind
in Ontario and a splash pad!
2015. Book your visit today!
Wildwood Manor Ranch
14097 9th Line, Georgetown, ON
L7G 4S8
905-877-6852
www.wildwoodranch.com
Interested in horses or want to try
riding for the first time? Wildwood
is perfect for you! Wildwood
Manor Ranch is famous for our
beautiful trail rides on the Niagara
Escarpment. Our horses are
perfect for riders of all levels, and
we provide helmets and hooded
stirrups for those under 18 yrs. The
horses are dedicated to providing
experiences to remember, and
our friendly staff will give you the
adventure of a life time!
Rouge Park
Located along the Rouge River,
and Little Rouge Creek in eastern
Toronto and Markham
905-713-6038
Urban dwellers can see a different
landscape where historic farms,
century-old trees, peaceful
meadows, and lush wetlands await
you at your transit stop. Hiking,
camping, swimming, and more.
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Scarborough Bluffs
Cecil Cr./Undercliff Dr.,
Scarborough, ON M1M 1A5
3-1-1
The Scarborough Bluffs, also
known as The Bluffs, are an
escarpment in Scarborough. It
features various recreational hiking
and walking trails, as well as picnic
tables, fire pits, and more.
Bronte Creek Provincial
Park
1219 Burloak Drive, Oakville, ON
L6M 4J7
905-827-6911
This pastoral, all-season oasis
offers a place to unwind. Summer
recreational activities include:
camping, fishing, hiking, and more.
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Ave., Toronto, ON
M4W 3X8
416-596-1495
Evergreen Brick Works is an
environmental community centre
that inspires and equips visitors
to live, work, and play more
sustainably.
Toronto Islands
Heart lake Conservation
Area
High Park
1873 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON
M6R 2Z3
3-1-1
With over one million visitors
annually, High Park is the jewel of
Toronto’s park system. The park,
over one-third of which remains in
a natural state, is home to many
10818 Heart Lake Rd., Brampton,
ON L6Z 0B3
416-661-6600
Offers a variety of activities and
amenities including: new pool and
splash pad, fishing, boat rentals,
picnics, hiking, and more.
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Via Ferrydocks, Toronto, ON
416-397-2628
A waterfront picnic park made up
of several islands with tourist
features such as the Gibraltar Point
Lighthouse, Franklin Children’s
Garden, and Centreville
Amusement Park.
Resorts & Family
Getaways
T
his Summer, find
a great resort that
makes it easy to
play and stay. Vacation
at some of the best
family-friendly resorts
and enjoy a multitude of
exciting and exhilarating
activities. Here are
some ultimate places
to take the kids... Your
perfect family getaway
awaits you!
► Blue Mountain Resort
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Blue Mountain Resort
108 Jozo Weider Blvd, Blue
Mountains, ON L9Y 3Z2
877-445-0231
www.bluemountain.ca
Blue Mountain, Ontario’s largest
mountain resort is nestled on the
shores of Georgian Bay, located
90 minutes north of Toronto. Blue
Mountain has become the fourseason destination of the North,
visited by more than 1.5 million
guests a year. Winter at the resort
boasts 42 ski and snowboard trails
while the summer months offer the
largest downhill mountain biking
facility in Ontario, Monterra Golf
course, Ridge Runner Mountain
Coaster, Cascade Putting Course,
Timber Challenge Ropes Course,
Wind Rider Triple Zips, Apex
Bagjump, and a private beach
property among other seasonal
attractions.
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
33 Gerrard Street West Toronto,
ON M5G 1Z4
416-595 1975
www.chelsea.eatonhotels.com
Centrally located, Chelsea Hotel,
Toronto offers travellers efficient
and comfortable accommodation in
the heart of the city. Family-friendly
facilities include: The Family Fun
Zone consisting of an indoor family
pool, 130 ft 'Corkscrew' waterslide,
Kid Centre and Club 33 Teen
Lounge, and more. And, if you’re
feeling adventurous, stretch your
legs and head on down to Chelsea
Beach on Centre Island at Toronto
Island Park. Chelsea Beach, is
a designated area on beautiful
Centre Island just minutes from
the hotel – offered to guests on a
complimentary basis.
Muskoka, Ontario resort getaway
vacation. Situated in the heart
of Muskoka and on the shores
of beautiful Lake Rosseau,
Clevelands House Resort is the
perfect location for every member
of your family. Clevelands House
offers many recreational activities
for our guests with our Adventure
Programs, Muskoka Adventure
Centre, Boat Cruises and Rentals,
Tennis, Golf, and much more.
Our Cleve’s Kids Club offers daily
land and water-based activities for
kids of all ages with an emphasis
on fun, learning, and safety.
Scheduled every evening, our
Family and Adult Entertainment
options are second to none.
Clevelands House
1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd., Barrie,
ON L4M 4Y8
855-835-2790
www.horseshoeresort.com
There's four seasons of adventure
waiting for you at Horseshoe
Horseshoe Resort
1040 Juddhaven Rd., Minett, ON
P0B 1G0
888-567-1177
www.clevelandshouse.com
Join us at Clevelands House
Resort for a truly memorable
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Resort. There’s a whole world of
things to do. Segway Off-Road
Adventures, Yamaha Riding
Adventures, Treetop Trekking,
Hummer Tours, Horseback
Riding, Downhill Mountain Biking,
Swimming, 10 Acre Driving Range,
Putting Green, Hiking and Biking
Trails, Kids Korral, Horseshoe
Adventure Park, and more!
Pine Vista Resort
932 Gilchrist Bay Road, Lakefield,
ON K0L 2H0
800-634-2848
www.pinevista.com
Located in the Kawarthas, Pine
Vista Resort provides nature lovers
of all ages with first-class
cottage accommodations and a
multitude of activities. Our most
popular activity is our Supervised
Kids Klub Program run all Summer
long. Canoes, kayaks, paddle
boats, life jackets, shuffle
board, volleyball, sandy beach,
playground, outdoor heated pool,
and more.
Sheraton on the Falls
ON L2G 3K7
905-374-4445
www.sheratononthefalls.com
The Sheraton on the Falls hotel
is the largest most luxurious Falls
view accommodations in
Niagara Falls. It is a modern AAA/
CAA 2011 rated 4-Diamond/5-Star
hotel situated on the corner
of Clifton Hill and Falls Avenue on
the 20 acre Falls Avenue Resort,
the Niagara Falls Sheraton is
the cornerstone of the largest
indoor waterpark, hotel, and
entertainment resort in North
America.
Bayview Wildwood Resort
1500 Port Stanton Pkwy, Severn
Bridge, ON P0E 1N0
800-461-0243
Experience Mother Nature first
hand: cycle, hike, fish, golf, or
spend some quality time with your
family at the resort.
Beachwood Resort
3043 Beachwood Dr, Selwyn, ON
K0L 2H0
705-657-3481
Situated on 1400’ of prime Lower
Buckhorn Lake shoreline, our
location offers the best of both
worlds, experience a ‘Kawartha
cottage getaway’ with the
amenities of home.
The Briars Resort & Spa
On our waterfront, everyone enjoys
fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding,
swimming, canoeing, sunset
cruises, and picnics.
585-599-4641
paddle boats, mini golf, and much
more.
Toronto Don Valley Hotel
& Suites
175 Wynford Drive, Toronto, ON
M3C 1J3
416-449-4111
Backing onto a ravine and
overlooking all of Don Valley, the
picturesque setting presents the
opportunity to create one of the
GTA's premiere urban resorts.
Pine Grove Resort Cottages
Pine Grove Road, Port Loring, ON
P0H 1Y0
705-757-5221
A small, friendly, family owned
housekeeping resort catering to
fishermen and their families for
over 40 years.
Deerhurst Resort
1235 Deerhurst Drive, Huntsville,
ON P1H 2E8
855-872-7894
Revel in the beauty of Ontario's
most complete lakeside retreat with
four seasons of fun, exceptional
food, a full service spa, and cozy
accommodations.
Windermere House
Taboo Resort, Golf & Spa
2508 Windermere Road,
Windermere, ON P0B 1P0
705-769-3611
Windermere House Resort is an
iconic landmark located on
prestigious Lake Rosseau in
Muskoka. Perfect for family
vacations.
1209 Muskoka Beach Rd.,
Gravenhurst, ON
800-461-0236
Taboo offers exceptional cuisine, a
culinary theatre, luxurious
accommodations, one of Ontario's
premier golf courses, a luxury
Spa, and an endless variety of
Great Wolf Lodge Niagara
3950 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 7M8
905-354-4888
Great Wolf Lodge is North
America's largest family of indoor
waterpark resorts and the ultimate
destination!
recreational activities.
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Hockley Valley Resort
793522 Mono 3rd Line,
Orangeville, ON L9W 2Y8
519-942-0754
Nestled inside 300 acres of the
rolling hills of Hockley Valley, the
property's natural beauty is quiet,
relaxing, and a perfect respite from
the daily grind.
Irwin Inn Resort
1390 Irwin Rd - RR2, Lakefield,
ON K0L2H0
705-877-2240
55 Hedge Road, Sutton, ON
L0E 1L0
800-465-2376
The Briars is a heritage Ontario
lakeside resort, a refuge of
relaxation and genuine hospitality
amidst acres of lush lawns,
gardens, and towering trees.
▼ Clevelands House
Cranberry Golf Resort
19 Keith Avenue, Hwy 26 West
Collingwood, ON L9Y 4T9
705-445-6600
Cranberry Golf Resort is
strategically located in a yearround recreation and vacation
paradise, just 90 minutes northwest of Toronto. Cranberry Golf
Resort offers a wide variety of
weekly kids camps in different
interest areas and for different age
ranges during the Summer months.
Darien Lake
Center, NY 14040
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WaterFun
W
e've pinned
down
the best
waterparks to beat that
weltering Summer heat.
For thrill seekers, the
best part of Summer
is plummeting down a
waterslide into a water
wonderland. Those who
want to relax can enjoy
a lazy river. Prepare to
pump up the fun when
you visit these cool
places.
► Fallsview Indoor Waterpark
african lion safari Misumu Bay Wet Play
ON N1R 8B2
1-800-461-WILD (9453)
www.lionsafari.com
This interactive water adventure
zone is one of the “coolest” places
for children at AfricanLion Safari.
Stroll through Sprinklers, Spouts,
and Stream Jets! Trek under
Rain Trees and Tumble Buckets!
Interact with Gadgets, Gizmos
and Geysers! Don’t forget to pack
bathing suits, swimmers, towels,
and sunscreen! Misumu Bay Wet
Play is open daily from May 16
to September 7, 2015, weather
permitting. We'll Drive Your Family
WILD!
Fallsview Indoor WaterPark
ON L2E 6W7
905-374-4444
www.fallsviewwaterpark.com
Fallsview is North America’s
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Largest Indoor Waterpark &
Resort with 3 Acres of Indoor
Family Fun! A two minute walk
from Niagara Falls. Features
16 thrilling waterslides, massive
indoor wave pool, hot springs and
outdoor sundeck with pool. Directly
connected to Falls Avenue Resort
featuring three hotels and more!
Voted #1 Amusement Parks
& Water Parks in Canada on
TripAdvisor for the 2nd consecutive
year!
authentic and magical expression
of a place and its people. Indooroutdoor pools, indoor water
playground, hot tubs, rope swings,
docks, and slides are sure to
provide year-round fun. Or, if you
prefer, simply watch all the action
from the comfort of your dock chair.
The Wave Pool
Lois Hancey Aquatic Centre, 5
Hopkins Street, Richmond Hill, ON
L4C 0C1
905-508-9283
www.richmondhill.ca/wavepool
At the Wave Pool, swimmers
can play in the waves, lounge
on water mats, soak in the warm
water of the swirl pool, ride the
thrilling 160-foot twisting water
slide, or simply relax in the on-deck
sauna! Richmond Hill’s Wave
Pool provides fun for your whole
family! You can even host birthday
parties at The Wave Pool! All this
at the only indoor wave pool within
the Greater Toronto Area - a year
round sun and surf destination.
Plunge! Aquatic Centre
220 Gord Canning Drive
Blue Mountains, ON L9Y 0V9
877-445-0231
www.bluemountain.ca
Nestled between the shores of
Georgian Bay and the heights
of the Niagara Escarpment is
Plunge! Aquatic Centre. Plunge!
is the ultimate, all ages, four
season water adventure at the
base of Blue Mountain. Inspired
from the tradition of cottagestyle boathouses, Plunge! is an
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Plan a visit while you're in the area.
It's an attraction not to be missed!
Bingemans Big Splash
425 Bingemans Centre Dr.,
Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7
800-667-0833
Big Splash, the area's largest
water park, offers days of fun and
entertainment for kids of all ages.
Darien Lake
Center, NY 14040
585-599-4641
paddle boats, mini golf, and much
more.
Deerhurst Resort Splash
Zone
1235 Deerhurst Drive, Huntsville,
ON P1H 2E8
855-872-7894
◄ The Wave Pool
The Splash Zone, on Muskoka's
Peninsula Lake, features
inflatables from bouncing
trampolines to slides.
East Park London
416-369-9453
Situated on 100 acres of natural
park land, Wild Water Kingdom is a
great place to enjoy the Summer
weather.
1275 Hamilton Rd., London, ON
N5W 1B1
519-451-2950
A fun family entertainment centre
and golf course. East Park
features mini-golf, batting cages,
water slides, splash pad and
climber, go-karts, and picnic areas.
Wild Waterworks
Great Wolf Lodge Niagara
Falls
Splash Island at Toronto
Zoo
3950 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls,
ON L2E 7M8
905-354-4888
Great Wolf Lodge is North
America's largest family of indoor
waterpark resorts and the ultimate
destination for your getaway.
ON M1B 5K7
416-392-5929
Cool off at Splash Island in the
Discovery Zone at the Toronto Zoo.
It's the perfect destination for a
hot summer day! With two acres
of hands-on, non-stop family fun
amidst waterslides, water-spouting
animals, waterfalls, and tipping
buckets.
Kidstown Water Park
3159 Birchmount Rd Toronto, ON
M1V 1S4
416-396-8325
Kidstown offers a variety of water
features, including a tipping
bucket, spray rings, splash pad,
wading pool, and more.
Wild Water Kingdom
7855 Finch Ave. West, Brampton,
ON L6T 0B2
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680 Van Wagners Beach Rd.,
Hamilton, ON L8E 3L8
905-547-6141
Wild Waterworks is home to the
largest outdoor wave pool in
Southern Ontario and six slides, a
lazy river, and a wading pool.
▲ Plunge Aquatic at Blue Mountain
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WAVES Indoor Waterpark
8444 Lundy's Lane
Niagara Falls, ON L2H 1H4
905-356-8444
Ride the waves and slides in
our 25,000 square foot Indoor
Waterpark with a retractable roof
for year-round fun! Our Waterpark
comes complete with a beach
entry wave pool, tube slides, body
slides, kiddy pool interactive play
structure, whirlpools, lounge areas
and, food and bar services.
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Wild Wetlands Splash Pad
10818 Heart Lake Rd., Brampton,
ON L6Z 0B3
416-661-6600
Water fun for all kids with over 30
wetland themed water features.
Beaches
V
isit the pristine
beaches of
Ontario on your
next day trip. There's
really nothing quite
like spending a hot
Summer's day at the
beach. Beaches are the
best place to enjoy a
swim, catch some rays,
and spend a serene
day away from the busy
city. Surf, sand, and
sun... here are the best
beaches.
► Wasaga Beach
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► Kew-Balmy Beach
abundant opportunities for good
fun and play. There's a snack bar,
if you need a french fry or burger
fix, a splash pad for kids, and play
structures for toddlers.
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Gibraltar Point Beach
425 Lakeshore Ave., Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
This small, secluded beach was
established in 2007 and was
awarded a Blue Flag that same
year. It is backed by an exceptional
stand of eastern cottonwoods and
the Gibraltar Point Centre for the
Arts is nearby. Ferries to Centre
Island depart from Ferrydocks at 9
Queens Quay West.
Hanlan's Point Beach
Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Located on the western shore
of Toronto Island Park. Hanlan’s
was first awarded a Blue Flag in
2005. The beach is backed by
a significant sand dune system
extending from Toronto City
Centre Airport to Gibraltar Point.
Visitors can play volleyball. Ferries
to Centre Island depart from
Ferrydocks at 9 Queens Quay
West.
Beachway Park and Pavilion
1100 Lakeshore Road, Burlington,
ON
www.burlington.ca
The Beachway Park Pavilion and
multi-use trails provide a 2 km
route from Spencer Smith Park to
the canal with lots of sun, sand,
and water. Change rooms, outdoor
showers, seasonal concession
facilities featuring the Snack
Shack, parking, a pay phone, and
playground.
Kelso Conservation Area
Beach
Bluffer's Park Beach
1 Brimley Road South, Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Bluffer's Park has a day use park
including a sandy beach, picnic
areas, walks, lookouts, a double
launching ramp, and visitors
dockage. On top of the bluffs, a
large meadow offers an excellent
view of the sandstone cliffs and
Bluffer’s park. Boating, picnicking,
sailing, swimming, scenic trails,
and a volleyball court.
Bruce Peninsula National
Park Beach
Miller Lake, ON, N0H 1Z0
www.pc.gc.ca
Thousands of visitors come each
year to experience the massive,
rugged cliffs of the park. A
30-minute walk from the Head-ofTrails parking lot gets you to Indian
Head Cove and the Grotto, popular
with swimmers who like cold, deep
water. There are acres of shallow
sandy shoreline at Singing Sands
Beach at Dorcas Bay on Lake
Huron.
▲ Cobourg Beach
Centre Island Beach
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Christie Lake Conservation
Area Beach
2 Ave. of the Islands, Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Enter another world as you take
the ferry across the lake! Created
by drifting sand bars, the Islands'
beaches are supervised, with
wading pools just a walk away.
Ferries to Centre Island depart
from Ferrydocks at 9 Queens Quay
West.
1000 Hwy 5 W, Dundas, ON,
L9H 5E2
www.conservationhamilton.ca
Christie Lake Conservation
Area is one of the most beautiful
lake settings on the Niagara
Escarpment. Enjoy 360-metres
of sandy beach and a chlorinated
swimming area screened from
the lake. Tubes and flutter boards
are available to rent. Please note
the natural swimming areas is
not supervised and do not have
lifeguards on duty.
Cherry/Clarke Beach
275 Unwin Avenue, foot of Cherry
St., in the Portlands, Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Located just west of the downtown
Toronto core. Activities include
swimming, parasailing, and hiking.
The west side of the swimming
beach is popular with kiteboarders.
A designated off-leash dog area is
located along the beach’s western
boundary.
Cobourg Beach
Cobourg, ON
www.cobourgtourism.ca
Cobourg Beach is called the Gem
of Lake Ontario for it's appealing
location along the lakeshore and
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Milton, ON
www.conservationhalton.com
Kelso Conservation Area is a
mecca for outdoor enthusiasts.
The large, sandy beach on
the 20-hectare lake is great
for kids and parents alike, with
changing rooms, lockers, beach
concessions, and other outdoor
activities like fishing, hiking,
boating, and rock climbing.
Kew-Balmy Beach
2075 Queen Street E, Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Located between Silver Birch
and Leuty avenues in Beaches
Park, this narrow beach abuts
the boardwalk and the Martin
Goodman Trail. The Leuty
Lifesaving Station, an icon of the
Eastern Beaches, is located at the
west end of the site.
Kincardine Beaches
Kincardine, ON
www.sunsets.com
Kincardine’s sparkling waters
and inviting beaches tell a tale of
deeply rooted history. Whether it
be the sand dunes in Inverhuron,
the diving board on the pier at
Ward's Island
Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Located on the southeastern
shore of Toronto Island Park away
from major park facilities and
activity areas, this is one of the
quietest beaches on the Island.
It was awarded a Blue Flag in
2005. Ward’s is backed by a small
dune system. Ferries to Centre
Island depart from Ferrydocks at 9
Queens Quay West.
Wasaga Beach
▲ Bruce Peninsula National Park
Station Beach in Kincardine, or a
view of the Point Clark Lighthouse
from the sand, beaches in the
Kincardine area cannot be beaten.
Marie Curtis Park East
Beach
2 Forty-Second St., Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Located at the mouth of Etobicoke
Creek near the foot of FortySecond Street. Most users of this
beach are drawn from the adjacent
Long Branch community.
Rouge Beach
195 Rouge Hills Drive, Toronto, ON
www.rougepark.com
Where the Rouge River meets
Lake Ontario, there's a sandy
beach and a wetland full of wildlife.
Located at the mouth of the Rouge
River at the east end of Lawrence
Avenue. The river mouth spit is
a popular fishing site and the
marshes at Rouge Beach are the
best and biggest in Toronto.
Sandbanks Provincial Park
Beach
Prince Edward, ON, K0K 2T0
www.ontarioparks.com
The wide, clean, sandy beaches
and shallow, safe waters of Outlet
and Sandbanks beaches on
Lake Ontario are ideal for family
swimming. Swimming starts sooner
at Dunes Beach on West Lake as
the inland water warms up faster
than Lake Ontario. But beware
of the steep drop-off after the
shallows. Activities include hiking,
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boating, fishing, canoeing, biking,
wildlife viewing, and more.
Parking, beach volleyball,
concessions, boardwalk cafe, pool,
change rooms, and more.
Sauble Beach
Valens Lake
Sauble Beach, ON
www.saublebeach.com
Voted "#1 Beach in Ontario" by
Toronto Star readers and "One
of Canada's Top 10 Beaches" by
readers of Macleans magazine.
Sauble beach is located less
than 3 hours north of Toronto
on the beautiful shores of Lake
Huron. Sauble has the beach,
shopping, entertainment, camping,
accommodations, and sunsets for
a perfect weekend with the kids.
691 Regional Road 97 (R.R.#6),
Flamborough (Cambridge), ON
www.conservationhamilton.ca
Any Summer day, swimmers and
sunbathers can enjoy the sandy
beach and natural swimming
area. Please note that our natural
swimming area is not supervised
and do not have lifeguards on
duty. Enjoy the beach store,
featuring pre-packaged snacks
and cool treats to add that special
something to your picnic lunch.
Sibbald Point Provincial
Park Beach
Georgina, ON
www.ontarioparks.com
This park has sandy beaches,
shady picnic areas, forested hiking
trails, and activities for children.
The blue waters of Lake Simcoe
and the sandy beaches of the park
are ideal for family swimming.
Comfort stations and change
facilities are close to the beach.
Activities include hiking, boating,
fishing, canoeing, wildlife viewing,
biking, and more.
Sunnyside Beach
Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
This long, narrow beach has been
a city-wide destination since the
1890s. Sunnyside is protected by
an offshore breakwall which helps
control erosion and provides calm
water for rowers and paddlers.
► Sauble Beach
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Wasaga Beach, ON
www.wasagabeach.com
Wasaga Beach is hailed as one of
the premier tourist destinations in
Ontario with 14 kilometres of white
sand beach, swim in warm, clean
waters, and enjoy the panoramic
mountain views across the bay.
Amenities include hiking and
cycling trails, golfing, fishing, and
more. Year after year, visitors have
been returning to one of Ontario’s
favourite destinations... and the
world’s longest fresh water beach!
Woodbine Beach
Toronto, ON
www.toronto.ca
Located east and west of the foot
of Woodbine Avenue, this beach
straddles Beaches Park, Woodbine
Beach Park, and Ashbridge’s Bay
Park, and is Toronto's busiest
beach. It was first awarded a
Blue Flag in 2005. Picnic areas,
a full-service restaurant, beach
volleyball, concession, and ample
parking at Ashbridge’s Bay Park.
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Reverse Charades
Ages: 6+ - MSRP: $19.95
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Hexbug Aquabot RC Angelfish
Ages: 3+ - MSRP: $19.99
www.hexbug.com
Little Tikes Treasure Hunt Sand & Water Table
Ages: 2+ - MSRP: $59.99
www.littletikes.com
Mionions New Summer Toys
Ages: 4+ - MSRP: $17.99 to $89.99
www.thinkwaytoys.com
Bella Butterfly Picnic Set
Ages: 3+ - MSRP: $29.99
Kidizoom Action Cam by VTech
Ages: 4+ - MSRP: $69.99
www.vtechkids.ca
Nerf Rebelle Super Soaker Tri Threat Blaster
Ages: 6+ - MSRP: $19.99
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Spark Shark Fish Hunt Pool Toy
Ages: 5+ - MSRP: $22.99
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Air Pogo Jumper
Ages: 6 to 12 - MSRP: $29.99
www.chapters-indigo.ca
What Kids Want Bowling Set - Ninja Turtles
Ages: 2+ - MSRP: $14.99
www.rptoys.ca
Louie Lobster Claw Catcher Pool Toy
Ages: 5+ - MSRP: $14.99
Sphero Darkside
Ages: 8+ - MSRP: $169.99
www.gosphero.com
Swimways Dive Characters - Avengers
Ages: 5+ - MSRP: $17.99
www.rptoys.ca
Bella Butterfly Child's Outdoor Chair
Ages: 3+ - MSRP: $19.99
Sandblox - 7 Piece Sand Shaping Set
Ages:5+ - MSRP: $19.99
Nerf Super Soaker FlashFlood Blaster
Ages: 6+ - MSRP: $19.99
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Mermaid Fin - Pink
Ages: 6 to 12 - MSRP: $34.99
www.chapters-indigo.ca
What Kids Want Bowling Set - Frozen
Ages: 2+ - MSRP: $14.99
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Playskool Heroes Jurassic World T-Rex Figure
Ages: 3+ - MSRP: $14.99
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Hexbug Aquabot Jellyfish
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SUMMER
Movies
T
he Summer
season means
exciting new
movies! It's the
perfect time to find a
refreshingly
air-conditioned theatre
and check out the best
new Summer movies for
kids on the big screen.
There are some pretty
awesome family flicks
hitting theatres. Get
excited for Inside Out,
Minions, and much
more!
► Minions
Jurassic World
Opens June 12, 2015
Adventure, Horror – Rated: PG
www.jurassicworld.com
Twenty-two years after the events
of Jurassic Park, Isla Nublar
now features a fully functioning
dinosaur theme park, Jurassic
World. After 10 years of operation
and visitor rates declining, in order
to fulfill a corporate mandate,
a new attraction is created to
re-spark visitor's interest, which
backfires horribly.
Inside Out
Opens June 19, 2015
Animation, Comedy - Rated: G
www.movies.disney.com/inside-out
After young Riley is uprooted from
her Midwest life and moved to San
Francisco, her emotions - Joy,
Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness
- conflict on how best to navigate a
new city, house, and school.
Max
Opens June 26, 2015
Adventure, Family - Rated G
www.max-themovie.com
A dog that helped US Marines in
Afghanistan returns to the U.S.
and is adopted by his handler's
family after suffering a traumatic
experience.
hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank
Pym, plan and pull off a heist that
will save the world.
Pixels
Opens July 24
Action, Comedy - Rated: PG
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When aliens misinterpret video
feeds of classic arcade games as
a declaration of war, they attack
the Earth in the form of the video
games.
Minions
Opens July 10, 2015
Comedy, Family - Rated: PG
www.minionsmovie.com
Minions Stuart, Kevin, and Bob
are recruited by Scarlet Overkill,
a super-villain who, alongside her
inventor husband Herb, hatches a
plot to take over the world.
Shaun the Sheep Movie
Opens August 7, 2015
Family - Rated: G
www.shaunthesheep.com/movie
When Shaun decides to take the
day off and have some fun, he
gets a little more action than he
bargained for. A mix up with the
Farmer, a caravan and a very
steep hill lead them all to the Big
City and it's up to Shaun and the
flock to return everyone safely to
the green grass of home.
Ant-Man
Opens July 17, 2015
Action, Sci-Fi - Rated: PG-13
www.marvel.com/antman
The next evolution of the Marvel
Cinematic Universe brings a
founding member of The Avengers
to the big screen for the first time.
Armed with a super-suit with the
astonishing ability to shrink in scale
but increase in strength, con-man
Scott Lang must embrace his inner
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The Fantastic Four
Action, Adventure - Rated: PG-13
www.fantasticfourmovie.com
Four young outsiders teleport to an
alternate and dangerous universe
which alters their physical form
in shocking ways. The four must
learn to harness their new abilities
and work together to save Earth
from a former friend turned enemy.
Underdogs
Comedy - Rat: Unrated
www.metegolpelicula.com
From Academy Award® winning
director Juan Campanella comes
UNDERDOGS, an animated
comedy with a little bit of magic
and a whole lot of heart. Jake is a
shy, but talented, foosball player.
His passion for the game is rivaled
only by his love for free-spirited
Laura. With her encouragement,
he beats the town bully, Flash, in a
foosball game.
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