Dust off those old quad skates hidden deep in storage – roller skating is back! Rolling around in vintage roller skates and in-line skates is the hip recreational activity this summer, whether you’re a newbie or want to show off your old-school moves to your kids. Check out our list
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Splash pads are the height of easy, free summer fun. They’re typically water play areas in a park and near a playground, and they offer parents a way to supervise their kids having fun while being safe. Don’t forget your sunscreen and bring your own towels and chairs! There are
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Summertime is fleeting in Toronto and, although the city has beautiful Lake Ontario beaches, the water is cold even during a heat wave. So we turn to the plentiful public neighbourhood pools run by the City of Toronto. There are 58 spread all over the megacity (you can see the
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Start the car! You don’t want to miss enjoying an outdoor movie at these theatres in the GTA. Since the beginning of COVID-19, drive-in movies have made an incredible comeback. Not only do they offer a little nostalgic blast to the past, but they are naturally socially-distanced and contactless in
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The scallywags of Pirate Life Theatre arrrgh excited to welcome you to their ship! This is an interactive family theatre experience and boat cruise that sails out from the mainland and offers a view of Toronto’s waterfront that’ll leave ye shiverin’ in yer timbers. You’ll set sail on the Island
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Get hooked on a new family activity! Together you can fish without a license during Ontario Free Family Fishing. These special events happen four times a year in our beautiful province and allow locals and visitors alike to fish without purchasing a license. Keep in mind that all other fishing
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Party 4 Paws is a family-friendly, fully accessible pet fair and adoption day. Head on down to Trinity Bellwoods Park on Saturday, June 20, 2020 to meet animal rescue heroes, learn responsible pet ownership, and support a great cause. Admission is free, and all donations go towards helping animals in
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Leave adulting behind and jump into a world of childlike wonder at HideSeek – an immersive pop-up experience inspired by childhood nostalgia. HideSeek is an interactive activation with 12 multi-sensory rooms in 7,000 square feet of floor-to-ceiling installations designed to help rediscover playful activities and bring childlike wonder to life.
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Discovery Days are coming! Join Stock Yards Village for two days of fun and food for the whole family as they team up with their retail partners to transform Stock Yards Village into a playground with endless food experiences! Here are just a few fun things you’ll discover at Discovery
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Enjoy fun, food, and entertainment at this free festival celebrating Chinese culture. Highlights include a children’s play area, stilt walkers, clowns, face painting, stage shows and performances, a Chinese book & media expo, and tons of delicious food and drink. There will also be a talent show competition with lots
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