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There are so many beautiful nooks and crannies of our province to explore. Get inspired with ideas for fun family day trips right here!

Brooks Farms: Fall Fun Festival

Brooks Farms’ Fall Fun Festival returns with family attractions including farm animals​, wagon rides, corn maze, zip line, swings and slides, playground structures such as pirate ships and sandbox, Junior Farmers Village, and much more. There’s also a full line-up of family entertainment this year, including princesses, TV characters, superheroes,
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Pumpkin Patches Corn Mazes
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 you’re planning on baking a fresh pumpkin pie or cornbread for Thanksgiving. Not only that, but
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Apple Picking
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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Best Places to Visit
Guide to the Best Places to Visit in Toronto!

Are you travelling to Toronto, and unsure of where to go and what to do? Or, do you live here and have out-of-town visitors coming, and want to know where to take them to make sure they have a great time? Toronto is Canada’s biggest city (and the fourth largest
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Go-Karts
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. Zoom into our Guide to Go-Karts in the GTA and Southern Ontario. (Click on the title links for more info) K1 Speed With locations in North York,
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Berry Picking
Guide to the Best Berry Picking in Southern Ontario

Picking berries makes for a delicious family day trip from the GTA. Plus, many farms are family-owned small businesses that offer extra activities for a full day of fun. Follow your tummy and check off the whole list in our Guide to the Best Berry Picking in Southern Ontario! Note:
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Camping FB
Guide to Camping in and around the Greater Toronto Area

The idea of camping near such a large metropolis as Toronto might not seem like it’s a possibility, but it really is! Furthermore, you don’t have to drive all the way into the deep wilderness to escape for a weekend with the kids. So pitch a tent and camp out
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Adventure Parks
Guide to the Best Adventure Parks in Southern Ontario

Looking for a new family activity? Feel like an epic adventurer while still staying close to home, as you fly on a zip line, navigate a treetop obstacle course and traverse a sky-bridge at these adrenaline-pumping spots. So, zip into our Guide to the Best Adventure Parks in Southern Ontario!
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Drive-In Movie Theatres
Guide To Drive-In Movie Theatres in Southern Ontario

Everyone loves a little nostalgic blast from the past, and seeing an outdoor movie at a drive-in theatre definitely delivers those great memories of summers past! Plus, they are a great deal too, where you can pile your whole family in your vehicle for a fun outing. So, start the
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African Lion Safari
African Lion Safari Wildlife Park: 2025 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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