Day Trips
There are so many beautiful nooks and crannies of our province to explore. Get inspired with ideas for fun family day trips right here!
East Gwillimbury Farm to Fork Tour
Experience the bounty of the farm when you make the trip to East Gwillimbury, an agricultural community of villages connected by forest and farms, for its Farm to Fork Tour with numerous participating farms. The area is also surrounded by over 20 farms that produce ethically-raised livestock, free-range eggs, organic
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Guide to the Best Oktoberfest Family Events in Southern Ontario
Did you know that our province hosts one of the largest Oktoberfest celebrations in the world?! Because so many Ontario residents have German heritage 🇩🇪, our province’s festivities have grown into one of the largest Bavarian festivals outside Europe. Feel the gemütlichkeit (warm feelings) with our Guide to the Best
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Oktoberfest Muskoka
Immerse yourself in the tastes and sounds of the Oktoberfest Muskoka festival with music, food and beer at participating breweries and restaurants across Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, Lake of Bays and Muskoka Lakes. Plus, you can also eat traditional Oktoberfest favourites such as roast chicken, sausages, pretzels, sauerkraut and spätzle, with
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Friday Harbour: Harbourfest
Join Friday Harbour to celebrate the tastes and sounds of Bavaria at Harbourfest, surrounded by the beautiful colours of Fall! The free event includes a special themed menu and traditional “Volksmusik” at the CIBC Pier on Saturday, plus Fall décor and gift shopping at the Harvest Market all weekend. Friday
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Guide to the Best Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes in Southern Ontario
Visiting a farm is a fun way to get outside in beautiful Fall weather to go on an outdoor adventure, especially if you have your heart set on carving a perfect Halloween jack-o’-lantern or baking a fresh pumpkin pie or cornbread for Thanksgiving. Not only that, but many farms around
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Guide to the Best Fall Fairs and Farm Festivals Around the GTA
Fall is full of natural vibes, and the best way to celebrate the season is to get out of the city and head to small towns and farms strewn across the province. Hang out with livestock animals, snack on locally grown produce and sweet treats, squeal with delight on a
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Friday Harbour Resort: Labour Day Long Weekend
Join Friday Harbour Resort on the shores of Lake Simcoe for Labour Day Long Weekend activities to soak up every last bit of summer! The Promenade features a local vendor market, live music and DJ entertainment, lakeside dining, and recreation rentals for fun on the lake or on land with
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Guide to the Best Apple Picking Farms in Southern Ontario
The smell of apple pie is one of those hallmarks of Autumn. But first, you need to get some good fresh apples, and a great way to do so is to make an outdoorsy day out of it and pick your own! Apple picking season in Southern Ontario runs from
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Guide to Go-Karts in the GTA and Southern Ontario
Ready, Set, Vroom! Who doesn’t like to go fast? Take the kids go-karting to satisfy their need for speed, either indoors or outdoors. Venues can be found across the province, and some also feature extra activities, like arcades, mini-golf, bowling, trampolines, laser tag, rock climbing and more! For more details,
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Guide to the Best Swimming Holes & Natural Areas in Southern Ontario
It’s another hot and humid summer here in Ontario, and all we can think about is finding a way to get refreshed! There are local public pools, water parks and big beaches, which are great. But if you are looking for a little more adventure and that exhilarating off-the-beaten-path vibe,
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