Good news: we’ve survived January! Not only that, but February also brings Valentine’s Day and Family Day to celebrate this month. So, instead of just hibernating, bust out of the house for fun winter events around town. For ski bunnies, there’s tons of snowy special events happening at Brimacombe this month! Don’t worry if you’re not the outdoorsy type, there are plenty of indoor events as well. Whoop it up this winter with our Guide to the Best February Events in Toronto and the GTA…

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Brimacombe

Get your ski gang together and check out all the fun happening at Brimacombe this month! First, celebrate Family Day with your whole crew on February 19 and then party on the slopes over a full weekend at Brimfest on February 24-25. Winter has never been such a blast as it is at “The Brim”!


Events Starting in February

NHL All-Star Weekend (February 1-4)
Toronto is hosting the NHL All-Star Weekend for the first time in almost 25 years and the party goes on all weekend, including the skills competition and All-Star Game, as well as the 2024 Hyundai NHL Fan Fair (February 1-4) and Hockey Diversity Alliance’s inaugural WinterFest (February 3).

Hamilton Winterfest (February 2-19)
Hamilton Winterfest 2024 includes 70+ events across the city, including a pop culture exhibition, concerts, crafts, dance, theatre, fashion, art installations, a Family Day festival and more.

stackt market Sweet City Fest (February 9-19)
stackt market returns with the Sweet City Fest, perfect for Valentines Day and/or Family Day activities. The festival is free to enter and includes community events, vendor markets, food and drink sales, and more.

Enchanted Lights: A Celebration of Cultures (Starting February 10)
Yonge North York BIA hosts Enchanted Lights: A Celebration of Cultures, a free multicultural festival and light show at Mel Lastman Square.

Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO): “SingSong” (February 11)
Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) presents “SingSong”, a fun-filled afternoon performance that embraces the worldwide power of music.

Mirvish Productions: “Aladdin” (Starting February 15)
Mirvish Productions presents “Aladdin”, which sends audiences to a “whole new world” in a thrilling live-action theatrical production jam-packed with music, magic, comedy and spectacle.

Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO): “Superman in Concert” (February 15-17)
Soar to new heights with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra as they play along to legendary composer John Williams’ score in “Superman in Concert”.

Disney on Ice: “Into the Magic” (February 15-25) 
Join your hosts Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, plus Anna & Elsa, Coco, Moana and many more beloved characters, on a journey through timeless tales in this magical adventure for the whole family.

Canadian International AutoShow (February 16-25)
The Auto Show returns to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre after a multi-year hiatus, with new innovations and fresh new experiences for car lovers.

Aga Khan Museum: Family Day (February 17-19)
Participate in fun and FREE activities on the Family Day Weekend at the Aga Khan Museum, in partnership with the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto.

Winter Stations (Starting February 19)
Winter Stations Design Competition returns to Toronto’s beaches in 2023 with public art installations to celebrate our winter waterfront landscape.

Events Continuing In February

Arcadia Earth Toronto
At the new downtown shopping and entertainment destination The Well, Arcadia Earth Toronto is an immersive adventure that takes visitors on an environmental voyage, combining creative art installations and exciting technology.

Jurassic World: The Exhibition
This immersive experience in Mississauga brings the ground-breaking movie franchise to life with life-size dinosaurs.

Friday Harbour: The Skate Escape
Celebrate the joys of the winter season at Friday Harbour with The Skate Escape, featuring ice skating, live entertainment, and more!

Canadian Opera Company (COC) Free Concert Series
COC presents their Free Concert Series in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts.

Events Ending in February

Toronto Union Station: TD Union Winter (Ending February 4)
Toronto Union Station gets the party going with TD Union Winter inside the newly opened TD West Carriageway for a fun and magical free winter experience.

Winterlit: An Illuminated Walk Through the Woods (Ending February 19)
Bask in the natural beauty of Campbellville’s Mountsberg Conservation Area this winter by taking an illuminated walk in the woods at Winterlit.

The Bentway Skate Trail (Ending February 19)
Weather-dependent, you can keep gliding under the Gardiner at the Bentway Skate Trail until Family Day.

Young Peoples Theatre (YPT): “Truth” (Ending February 23)
YPT presents the world premiere of “Truth”, about a courageous young Black girl who deals with a harrowing choice.

Family Fun Toronto Guides

Guide to Valentine’s Day Events in Toronto and the GTA
Spend the day with your favourite people going to special events, making crafts and having delicious meals and/or treats together, with our Guide to Valentine’s Day Events for Toronto and the GTA!

Guide to Family Day Events and Activities in Toronto and the GTA
Spend some quality time with your loved ones on this newer statutory holiday and embrace the winter season with our Guide to Family Day Weekend Events and Activities in Toronto and the GTA.

Lunar New Year Events in Toronto and the GTA
Welcome in the Year of the Dragon with Lunar New Year events in Toronto and the GTA, including free festivals and cultural performances.

Winter Fun Bucket List for Toronto and the GTA
There’s lots to do around town even in cold weather, so chill out and check off our Winter Fun Bucket List for Toronto and the GTA!

Guide to the Best Indoor Activities for Tweens and Teens in Toronto and the GTA
Keep older kids and teens occupied, even in winter, with our Guide to the Best Indoor Activities for Tweens and Teens in Toronto and the GTA.

Guide to the Best Spots to go Downhill Skiing and Snowboarding in Toronto and the GTA
Hit the slopes with the family with the Family Fun Toronto’s guide to Downhill Skiing around the GTA!

Guide to the Best Spots to Go Outdoor Skating in Toronto
Opportunities for outdoor ice skating have become more plentiful in the city in recent years. For example, freeform paths are being built in parks and even under highways. We’ve rounded up the best spots to check out.

Guide to the Best Spots to Go Tobogganing in Toronto
An afternoon of sledding on the hills is family winter fun at its finest and it’s completely free to enjoy.

Best Spots to Go Snow Tubing in and around the GTA
Looking for a new fun and thrilling outdoor family activity? Then check out snow tubing at these hills in and around Toronto!

But Wait… There’s More!

Want even more ideas for Family-Friendly Events in Toronto This Weekend? For a complete listing of all the best events around Toronto, click on our Calendar and stay tuned to all the best local family events through both our Facebook and Instagram pages. Plus, we’re also now on TikTok and Threads!

If you are looking for tips on how to keep your kids occupied without attending in-person events, you can find our best ideas, activities and inspiration here!

Did you know you can submit your family-friendly event to us? Fill out the form with your event details, as well as a photo, and we’ll do our best to get your event added to our events calendar.


For all you ski bunnies around the GTA, there’s tons of snowy fun happening at Brimacombe this month!

February 19: Family Day At Brimacombe
A new statutory holiday in February? What a perfect time to hit the slopes with your family! Celebrate this ideal wintery day with your whole crew, including special events all weekend long.

While you’re there, plan ahead for upcoming summer fun with the launch of Camp Brimacombe’s day camp registration. Don’t miss out on the opportunity for your kids to spend their week outdoors enjoying hikes, crafts, games and water play in this exciting, high-quality program.

February 24-25: Brimfest
Party on and off the slopes at Brimacombe with a weekend full of family fun at Brimfest! Events include food specials, music and giveaways, plus music by local radio stations KX96, 94.9 The Rock and 107.7 CKDO.

Get out and enjoy more Winter Outdoor events in the GTA here!