Happy Mother’s Day weekend! Whether you want to spoil the motherly people in your life or be the one getting spoiled yourself, we’ve got plenty of great ideas for you, covering events for foodies, market shoppers, free festival goers, and entertainment lovers. Plus, of course, don’t miss checking out everything on our Mother’s Day Event Guide! Show your love with help from our Guide to the Best Family-Friendly Events in Toronto and the GTA This Weekend, May 8-10…
Things to Do in Toronto with Kids, May 8-10
🔬 Science Rendezvous | May 9
📍Various locations
Are your kids interested in learning about science? Science Rendezvous is Canada’s largest science festival, hosting free, family-friendly events at select universities and educational facilities across the country, including numerous locations in Toronto and the GTA.
⚾ Blue Jays Barbie Game Day | May 9
📍Rogers Centre
It’s a Barbie-style takeover at the ballpark as the Toronto Blue Jays bring big game energy with a playful, pink-perfect twist on game day fun. The first 15,000 fans will score a FREE reversible bucket hat giveaway—so you can cheer on the Jays in signature Barbie style!
🌷 Bloor-Yorkville BIA: Fleurs de Villes FLORA | May 6-10
📍Bloor-Yorkville Area, between Avenue Road & Church Street, Toronto
Bloor-Yorkville BIA presents Fleurs de Villes FLORA, a free trail that blends fashion design and flowers, plus demonstrations, music, and a Saturday floral market.
🌏 Asian Heritage Month Celebration | May 9-10
📍Mel Lastman Square, North York
To kick off Asian Heritage Month, Mel Lastman Square welcomes the Asian Heritage Month Celebration, a vibrant two-day event featuring incredible Asian talent, local businesses, and cultural experiences in the heart of North York.
🐶 Mirvish Productions: “Dog Man: The Musical” | Starting May 6
📍CAA Theatre, Toronto
Mirvish Productions presents the triumphant return of “Dog Man: The Musical”, the hilarious live show based on the bestselling Dog Man book series by Dav Pilkey.
🦆 Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: Spring Bird Festival | May 9
📍Tommy Thompson Park, Toronto
At TRCA’s free Spring Bird Festival at Tommy Thompson Park and across the GTA, families can take part in kid-friendly guided walks and bird-themed activities.
🎤 Departure Festival + Conference | May 4-10
📍Various locations
Toronto comes alive with the newly transformed Departure Festival + Conference (formerly Canadian Music Week), a dynamic convergence of music, art, comedy, and technology.
📖 Toronto International Storytelling Festival | May 7-10
📍Various locations
Toronto International Storytelling Festival returns this year, celebrating verbal storytelling and featuring free family programming.
🥰 Guide to Mother’s Day Events in Toronto and the GTA
Celebrate that extra special lady in your life with an outing or gift with help from our Mother’s Day Event Guide for Toronto and the GTA.
🌸 Guide to the Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Toronto
There’s still time to find cherry blossoms around town… just follow the crowds of selfie-takers! Don’t miss out with our list of the best viewing spots.
😎 Guide to Seasonal Attractions Opening Times in Toronto and the GTA
Start making your plans to have fun this Spring and Summer! Get ready for Opening Day with our Guide to Seasonal Attractions Opening Times in Toronto and the GTA…
🌳 Guide to the Best Family Parks and Playgrounds in Toronto
Our fair city is full of parks that are perfect for a family outing, so hang out with our guide to the Best Family Parks and Playgrounds in Toronto.
🤑 Guide to PRESTO Card Discounts and Deals in Toronto and the GTA
PRESTO customers can do more with their cards by getting deals, so get saving with our Guide to PRESTO Card Discounts and Deals in Toronto and the GTA!
🥾 Guide to the Best Parks and Pathways for Hiking in Toronto
See why our city is called a “A City Within A Park”! Stroll through our list of the best parks and pathways for hiking in Toronto.
🛍️ Guide to Spring Markets and Craft Fairs in Toronto and the GTA
Spring Markets are blooming around town with arts & crafts and pop-up events. It’s just the right excuse to escape our winter indoor hibernation and help support local businesses, florists, artisans and crafters.
🎁 140+ Birthday Freebies in Toronto and the GTA
Especially in today’s economy, everyone could use a little treat now and then. So, why not make it special extra by having that treat on your birthday?!
Don’t Miss Out!
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