There are still plenty of pumpkin-themed and fall colour events happening in the city this weekend. But if you’re looking for fun that doesn’t involve hay rides and apple cider, bring the family to Second City for some laughs, hang with The Doodlebops, or visit Pawsway to learn about our feline friends.
Second City Training Centre Open House
Saturday, October 16th, 1 pm – 4 pm, The Second City Training Centre, 70 Peter Street, Lower Level, Toronto
Come visit Second City this weekend for family programming, including drop in workshops, puppet shows, face painting and a special performance by The Second City’s Education cast ‘My Homeroom Teacher’s a Vampire!’ There’s fun for the whole family – and it’s all free: www.secondcity.com
Toronto Private School Expo
Saturday, October 16th, 10 am – 3 pm, Roy Thompson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto
Thinking about school options? Come to the expo to chat with school representatives, parents, students and experts face-to-face, and learn about many different private schools, including Single-Sex, Co-ed, Montessori, Preschool, Elementary High School, Gifted, and Special Needs: www.ourkids.net
Toddler Day At The Dentist
Saturday, October 16th, 9 am – 2 pm, Stonebrook Dental, Dentistry by Dr. Nathan Hass, 4256 Bathurst Street, Suite 405, Toronto
Give your toddler a fun and positive first experience at the dentist! Kids will get healthy snacks, exploration of the dental office, a dental exam and cleaning, a dental kit to take home and tons of oral health information: www.drnathanhaas.com
Walk to Axe Anaphalaxis
Sunday, October 17th, walk starts at 11 am, Cedarvale Ravine, 211 Ava Road, Toronto
Come enjoy a family friendly walk for a worthy cause! The Second Annual Walk to Axe Anaphylaxis will raise funds for the Canadian Asthma, Allergy and Immunology Foundation. Families are invited to stick around after the walk for a picnic lunch: www.walktoaxe.ca
Witness Autumn’s Beauty, Rouge Park
Saturday, October 16th, 9 am, Rouge Park, 1749 Meadowvale Road, Toronto
Rouge Park kicks off its new Fall Biodiversity Walks in partnership with Ontario Power Generation (OPG). These are a series of themed walks with trained guides taking place every weekend through the end of November. Bring the family for some outdoor fun, exercise, and fall beauty: www.rougepark.com
Concert Cooks For Berczy Park: Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, October 16th, 8 am – 10 am, Berczy Park, 40 Front Street East, Toronto
Concert invites you to enjoy warm pancakes and family fun in historic Berczy Park. Learn about the neighbourhood’s history and folklore from renowned local historian Bruce Bell, and enjoy entertainment for the whole family. This event promises to be stacks of fun: www.toronto.ca
The Invisible Girl
Sunday, October 17th, 11 am & 2 pm, Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People, 165 Front Street East, Toronto
Ali used to be part of the most popular group in Grade 5. Then she made a big mistake and now all her best friends treat her like she’s invisible! When no one sees you, it’s amazing how you start to see others. The Invisible Girl is a smart and humorous look at our culture’s preoccupation with fashion, beauty and popularity. It’s about being yourself and standing up for what’s right, even if sometimes it’s easier to be invisible. Recommended for Grades two to eight: www.lktyp.ca
Apple Harvest Tea, Montgomery’s Inn
Sunday, October 17th, 1 pm – 4 pm, Montgomery’s Inn, 4709 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke
Bring the family to celebrate the harvest with freshly baked apple crisp, and take a tour of the historic inn: www.toronto.ca
KidSpark: Planetary Fun
Saturday, October 16th, 2 pm, Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto
Learn about the eight planets in our solar system and discover which ones you can see in the night sky! Kids then have the chance to create their own planet: www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
KidSpark: All About Weather
Sunday, October 17th, 2 pm, Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto
Kids can come to learn about the different types of weather and the effects they have on Canada: www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
Movie Night – High Park Family Fun Place
Friday, October 15th, 7 pm – 9 pm, 2968 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Bring the family for a showing of Bed Time Stories. Movie is free with playground admission: www.hpfamilyfunplace.ca
Fall Colours Walk, Humber Arboretum
Sunday, October 17th, 1 pm, Humber Arboretum, 205 Humber College Boulevard, Toronto
Come enjoy the natural beauty of the fall season with a walk through the Arboretum. Learn about the plants and trees that transform the landscape every autumn. Pre-registration is required and space is limited: www.humberarboretum.ca
Cat Extravaganza
Saturday, October 9th, Noon – 5 pm, Sunday, October 10th, 11 am – 3 pm, Monday, October 11th, 11 am – 4 pm, PawsWay Pet Discovery Centre, 245 Queens Quay, Toronto
Our final feline weekend of 2010 will bring together top breeders, cat experts and vendors. See cat agility demonstrated or bring your cat and try out PawsWay’s feline agility course. Discover the secrets to keeping your cat happy, healthy, well groomed and exercised: www.pawsway.ca
Farther Afield:
Princess and Pirate Party
Sunday, October 17th, 1 pm – 4 pm, Magna Centre, 800 Mulock Drive, Newmarket
Everyone will enjoy live entertainment, crafts and games, face painting, jumping castles, train rides and the indoor parade. Don’t forget your costume! Come dressed as a princess or pirate. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult: www.newmarket.ca
Welcome Wagon Baby Shower
Sunday, October 17th, 1 pm – 4 pm, Century Gardens Recreation Centre, 340 Vodden Street East, Brampton
A fun, free and informative event where expecting parents can learn about products and services to meet the needs of their growing family. Parents-to-be will enjoy interactive demos, educational guest speakers, terrific door prizes, and a free gift bag. Come and meet the businesses that know babies best! Register online: www.welcomewagon.ca
The Doodlebops: Together Forever Tour
Sunday, October 17th, 1 pm & 4 pm shows, Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga
Get your little ones excited about the arts and join the Wiggle Club for family fun! Performance is for ages two and up, but kids 18 months and under are free but must have a ticket to enter the theatre: www.doodlebops.com
Pumpkin Picking Fun Day
Sunday, October 17th, 11 am – 2:30 pm, Camp Green Acres, 11123 Kennedy Road, Markham
Bring the whole family for some camp fun, with a harvest twist! Everyone will enjoy the hayrides, delicious s’mores, carnival games, farm animals, mini golf, and of course, free pumpkins: www.campgreenacres.com
Pumpkinville, Greenwood Conservation Area
Saturday, October 16th, 11 am – 5 pm, Greenwood Conservation Area, North of Westney Road, North of Taunton Road, Ajax
Come for the annual Pumpkinville event at Greenwood Conservation Area! So much to see and do, including a haunted house, pumpkin patch and carving contest, horse drawn wagon rides, petting zoo, face painting, marshmallow roast, snow cones and plenty of tasty treats at the Pumpkinville Grill: www.townofajax.com
Want to help us make this weekend guide even more bursting with fun? Just email us your family-friendly happenings, festivals, fairs and workshops in the Greater Toronto area.
And we wanted to remind you to always call or visit the website for event info before you head out just in case any changes have been made since we posted it. And of course, have fun!