It’s back-to-school week here in Ontario! We love seeing all the photos of kids’ first days back, full of promise and excitement, bright-eyed and ready to take on the world… well, most of them, anyway. 😉 September also marks the unofficial start of Fall, and the air is already more fresher, it seems, so have fun outdoors with a street festival, hang out in a park, have fun on the farm, and check out food events, fun concerts and shows, and more! Ease your way into the new school year with our Guide to the Best Family-Friendly Events in Toronto and the GTA This Weekend, September 5-7…
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Family-Friendly Events in Toronto and the GTA This Weekend
1. Cabbagetown Festival
One of the city’s longest-running and most beloved free festivals, celebrate in the streets of one of Toronto’s family-friendly neighbourhoods at the 46th Annual Cabbagetown Festival!
2. Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
TIFF, one of the world’s leading film festivals returns to public screenings, hosting a street festival and events hosting the biggest names in movies.
3. Riverdale Farm Fall Festival
Riverdale Farm hosts a free Fall Festival, including events based on all the farm activities such as animals, food and crafts.
4. One Piece Music Symphony
Glatz Concerts presents the One Piece Music Symphony, performing iconic musical pieces and projected scenes from this beloved anime TV series.
5. Smoke-a-Palooza Poutine Festival
The Smoke-A-Palooza Poutine Festival celebrates our most patriotic dish as a free full-day event with free poutine, shows and an eating competition.
6. The Kingsway BIA: Taste of the Kingsway
The Taste of the Kingsway returns with three days of entertainment, international cuisine and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
7. Asialicious Carnival
Asialicious Carnival is a three-day weekend food festival held at Woodside Square in Scarborough North, celebrating our community’s diverse Asian cultures through food and the performing arts.
8. Markham-Milliken Children’s Festival
The free Markham-Milliken Children’s Festival returns with educational activities for kids, including arts & crafts, games and entertainment.
9. Kerr Village BIA: Kerrfest Kids
Kerrfest Kids is a one-day celebration in Oakville with appearances from cartoon characters, live music and dance performances, kids activities, food and an outdoor market.
Family-Friendly Events in Toronto This Weekend — Event Guides
Guide to the Best Apple Picking Farms in Southern Ontario
Earn your apple pie while also having fun outdoors by picking your own fruit with our Guide to Apple Picking Farms in Southern Ontario.
School Board Calendars in Toronto and the GTA
Prepare for the new 2025/26 scholastic year with these school board calendars in Toronto, the GTA and Southern Ontario. Happy studying!
Guide to the Best City-Run Splash Pads in Toronto
There are over 100 city-run splash pads located in parks all across Toronto, offering an easy way for kids to have safe watery fun. Plus they’re free!
Guide to the Best Outdoor Farmers’ Markets in Toronto
Farmers’ Markets have been doing booming business in recent years in Toronto, which is great news for anyone who loves to shop local and eat fresh delicious food, so go explore all the yummy possibilities with our Guide to the Best Outdoor Farmers’ Markets in Toronto!
Guide to the Best Family-Friendly Breweries in Toronto
Parents can still enjoy some delicious craft beer without needing a babysitter. Cheers to our Guide to the Best Family-Friendly Breweries in Toronto!
