It’s a good weekend to appreciate nature because the big news around Toronto and the GTA is the arrival of cherry blossom season! Fitting too then that Earth Day officially arrives on Monday, but there’s also plenty of eco-friendly events all weekend, including neighbourhood clean-ups and festivals. Plus, there are some great shows happening around town. Hug a tree and hang out on our Guide to the Best Family-Friendly Events in Toronto and the GTA This Weekend, April 19-21…
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Family-Friendly Events in Toronto and the GTA This Weekend
1. Young People’s Theatre (YPT): “The Fixing Girl”
YPT presents “The Fixing Girl”, a tender and uplifting play by celebrated UK playwright Kevin Dyer about a young girl coming to terms with loss and grief.
2. Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO): “The Music of Star Wars”
Be transported to a galaxy far, far away by the TSO, performing John Williams’ Academy Award-winning scores in “The Music of Star Wars”, featuring excerpts from all nine Star Wars films.
3. T.Y.T. Theatre: “Emilio’s A Million Chameleons”
T.Y.T. Theatre presents “Emilio’s A Million Chameleons” at the Wychwood Theatre, a family-friendly musical spectacular about a little chameleon named Juan, and a not-so-little human named Emilio.
4. Monster Jam in Hamilton
Get revved up because Monster Jam is pulling into Hamilton again this year. It’s an action-packed motorsport with world-class athletes in intense competitions of speed and skill.
5. Stratford Festival
The Stratford Festival returns with Shakespearean classics, musicals, comedies, dramas and family favourites, plus a kids ticket deal.
6. The Redwood Theatre: “Dogs Do Magic”
The Redwood Theatre presents “Dogs Do Magic”, a woof-tastic show filled with tricks and stunts by magical dogs and humans!
7. Music & Truffles KIDS: Cheng Squared Duo
Give your children their first taste of classical music with a Music & Truffles KIDS one-hour classical music concert designed for young people, where everyone receives a Lindt chocolate truffle at the end… Sweet!
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Spring Festival Guide for Toronto and the GTA
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Spring Markets and Craft Fairs in Toronto and the GTA
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Where to Play Disc Golf in Toronto and the GTA (Updated for 2024)
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Guide to the Best Indoor Activities for Tweens and Teens in Toronto and the GTA
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