Cheapies & Freebies

Cheapies Category

Raising a family is an expensive proposition these days, and everyone’s piggybank could use a little break, right? So we’ve compiled this list of Cheapies & Freebies to help lessen the load!

Ontario Free Family Fishing Weekends

Get hooked on a new family activity as you can go fishing without a license during Ontario’s Free Family Fishing Weekends, and you take lessons with their free online Learn to Fish program! These special events happen periodically in our beautiful province (even in winter) to allow locals and visitors
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Downsview Park: Jr. Forest Explorers

Downsview Park hosts Jr. Forest Explorers throughout the year, their FREE nature program for toddlers (between 18 months and 3-1/2 years) and their guardians. This continuing event takes place on select Monday mornings, exploring the many seasons of nature, and including themes such as Winter World, Muddy Mayhem, Bird Buddies,
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Evergreen Brick Works: Free Indoor Winter Movie Nights

Evergreen Brick Works presents their Free Indoor Winter Movie Nights series on select Saturdays in January and February. Get cozy with your family to enjoy kid-friendly movies, purchase snacks and drinks at the Evergreen Bar, and use the free shuttle service from Broadview subway station that is extended for these
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Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) & Toronto Public Library (TPL): Symphony Storytime

Toronto Symphony Orchestra and Toronto Public Library Partner join creative forces for the free Symphony Storytime, bringing musical experiences to communities across Toronto. This interactive program brings live storytelling and musical performances together, visiting libraries across the city to create a space where children and families can experience that magic
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Make Take Store events
Guide to FREE (and Cheap) Make & Take Store Events in Toronto and the GTA

Some family-favourite Canadian retailers are now offering in-store events for their youngest clients, so families can take a break from their shopping and create a craft, building project or seasonal toy. It’s fun, educational and creative, your child gets something cute to bring home, and most importantly, it’s usually FREE!
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Canadian Opera Company (COC): Free Concert Series

Canadian Opera Company (COC) presents their Free Concert Series in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Most performances take place on weekdays at noon, hosting artists from around the world who share their talent in the breathtaking glass-enclosed performance space. Canadian Opera Company
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McMichael Canadian Art Collection: Family Sundays at the McMichael

McMichael Canadian Art Collection invites art lovers to visit Family Sundays, where every third Sunday of the month is FREE at the McMichael! Located in the picturesque town of Kleinburg, you can enjoy different themed family fun activities all day, including interactive tours and storytelling circles created just for families
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Toronto History Museums: Earth Day Activities

Celebrate Earth Day throughout the month of April at Toronto History Museums to enjoy a variety of environment-focussed events and cultural opportunities. Most events are free, including creative workshops, clean-up events, farmers markets, and community gatherings for all ages. Colborne Lodge Gather for Turtle Day at Colborne Lodge Date: April
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Kids Eat Free
Where to Find Kids Eat FREE (or Cheap) Deals in Toronto and the GTA

Would you like a night off from cooking tonight? Of course! Needless to say, the cost of food has gone way up lately, so finding restaurants that kids like and that offer FREE or cheap meals is a minor delicious miracle! It’s both tiring and expensive to feed hungry kids
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Indoor Pools
Guide to the Best Public Indoor Pools in Toronto

Torontonians can make a splash, have fun and get some exercise at the city’s indoor public pools, any time of year! Many pools have drop-in swimming sessions, activities such as warm tot pools, diving boards and water slides, plus inexpensive lessons and party room rentals (making it an easy and
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