Parks & Pathways
Toronto is blessed with hundreds of parks and pathways, big and small! They’re perfect for hiking and exploring, playing, getting exercise or just having a picnic and chilling out.
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: TRCA Butterfly Festival
To mark the National Flight of the Monarch Day, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority hosts the free TRCA Butterfly Festival at Tommy Thompson Park, which is located where two major migratory flyways meet on the waterfront of Lake Ontario. Celebrate these iconic insects as our butterfly visitors prepare to
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The Bentway: Roller Skating Party and Lessons
After hosting FIFA World Cup 26™️ events, the Bentway rolls into summer with a Roller Skate Party as well as a weekly schedule of lessons and an ongoing rental program through August and September. The fun starts with a free Roller Skate Party on August 7, where guests can glide
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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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It’s OK* World Festival
Bring your family, friends and even your dog to the free outdoor music festival, the It’s OK* World Festival, which showcases the talents of Toronto’s black arts community! Ontario Place’s Trillium Park transforms into a vibrant hub of music with this free outdoor festival rooted in community, including a thoughtful
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Wavelength Summer Thing
Wavelength Summer Thing is a FREE all-ages celebration of independent music, arts and community, featuring a diverse and uplifting line-up of musical artists from indie, hip-hop and electronic to folk and global music. Returning to Ontario Place’s Trillium Park this year, you can also find interactive art installations, games, food
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Dusk Dances
The long-standing pay-what-you-can outdoor dance festival Dusk Dances returns to Withrow Park, bringing dance to public parks as dusk descends. Bring your own chairs and/or blankets to relax under the setting sun and enjoy modern dance performances, and participate in free dance workshops beforehand. Dusk Dances Date: August 2-9, 2026
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Dino Run
If your kids like dinosaurs, they’ll love to get moving with Dino Runs, with every runner receiving a bib, medal, snacks, and free photos. Led by Dr. T-Rex, this event blends fitness with prehistoric adventure, where participants tackle 200-400-metre loops for kids or timed races, plus high-energy warm-ups, dinosaur quests,
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Jurassic Kingdom
Jurassic Kingdom is a ferociously exciting new touring event that features over 50 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs that bring the prehistoric world to life, as well as family-friendly attractions such as street food, merchandise, face painting, and a giant trampoline! This highly entertaining and educational show is a travelling outdoor exhibition,
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Legislative Assembly of Ontario: Nature and Parliament at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario
Join the Legislative Assembly of Ontario for their new summer program, Nature and Parliament at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, where nature meets parliament! In this free two-hour interactive program on Wednesday afternoons, visitors can explore the fascinating flora, fauna, and history at Ontario’s Legislature and grounds. Legislative Assembly of
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Canadian Stage: Dream in High Park
Canadian Stage’s Dream in High Park brings the bard back to Toronto with this year’s production of the comedy “Twelfth Night”, set in their picturesque outdoor amphitheatre. This is one of Canada’s largest and longest running outdoor professional theatre events, and a magical experience for families, with low prices for
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