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!
FIFA World Cup 2026™: Canada Celebrates
FIFA hosts Canada Celebrates, uniting communities across the country to celebrate the arrival of FIFA World Cup 2026™ and to share the pride of hosting the world. Canada Celebrates brings football and soccer fans together for live match viewings, football-themed activations, cultural programming, music, food, and plenty of national pride!
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Barrie Hill Farms: Strawberry Festival
Kick off the Spring berry season at Barrie Hill Farms with their Strawberry Festival, where you can pick your own strawberries (or just pick some up in the farm market), enjoy live music, snack on strawberry treats, wander local artisan vendors, and more! Enjoy fresh country air and peaceful scenery,
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Ajax Rotary Ribfest
The Ajax Rotary Ribfest is back with more food, music, and community, in support of many local charities and non-profit organizations. This sizzling weekend is filled with mouthwatering ribs from top-notch vendors, including Halal so there’s something for everyone to enjoy, plus live entertainment in a vibrant atmosphere. Ajax Rotary
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Friday Harbour:Â Victoria Day Weekend
Look no further than Friday Harbour for a fun-filled Victoria Day long weekend as they host exciting events and activities that the whole family will enjoy, including entertainment at the CIBC Pier, and an outdoor vendor market. Plus, there’s also sporting adventures, recreation rentals, and you’ll find daily campfires on
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Guide to Seasonal Attractions Opening Times in Toronto and the GTA
Citizens and visitors to Toronto and Southern Ontario love to get out into seasonal attractions once the weather warms up, and the days are long and hot. As we all get ready for the summer season and outdoor venues open, the whole province gets busy! So, starting making your plans
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Pirate Life Theatre: 2026 Season
The scallywags of Pirate Life Theatre *arrrgh* excited to welcome you for another season on their ship, where you can imagine, play and create outdoors on a pirate ship while sailing the “sea” a.k.a. Lake Ontario in Toronto and Hamilton. This is an interactive family theatre experience and boat cruise
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African Lion Safari Wildlife Park: 2026 Season
Go wild at the African Lion Safari in Hamilton, a unique experience that combines both entertainment and education, with a pets corner, waterpark and children’s playgrounds, making this spot a great day trip option for families. This environmentally conscience wildlife park offers a variety of experiences, including a drive through
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Sainte-Marie among the Hurons: 2026 Season
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is described as “Ontario’s first European Community” as it was the headquarters for the French Jesuit Mission to the Huron-Wendat people that included barracks, a church, workshops, residences, and a sheltered area for Indigenous visitors. Although this community was abandoned and burned down in 1649, Sainte-Marie
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Shaw Festival: 2026 Summer & Holiday Season
The Shaw Festival returns for its 64th season in the picturesque lakeside town of Niagara-on-the-Lake with a varied program of plays, including family favourites, musical, mysteries and more. Patrons can also take the Shaw Express to enjoy luxury motor coach transportation from Toronto and Burlington. 2026 Season Schedule: Festival Theatre Funny
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Stratford Festival: 2026 Season
Stratford Festival returns with Shakespearean classics including “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, musicals like “Something Rotten”, and family favourites, such as “The Hobbit”. Again this year, the renowned festival is also offering a family deal where you can save up to 50% on tickets for kids 18 and under (when purchased
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