It’s a love-themed few days in Toronto this weekend! With Valentine’s Day almost here, take the kids to any number of sweet events, such as learning about how fish express love, and a tasty family-friendly brunch in beautiful Casa Loma. Fun for everyone, and handholding encouraged.
For The Love Of Fish
Saturday, February 12th – Sunday, February 13th, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your favourite fishies! Learn about how some of the Zoo’s most famous fishes express their love. Kids 12 and under get in free (maximum of two children per adult) with a valentine for their fave fishy friend. Pick up a ‘Love Diary’ and follow the fish-tastic trail to see the fishy exhibits and learn lots of cool facts: www.torontozoo.com
Pet Fun Fest & Adopt A Pet-a-thon
Saturday, February 12th – Sunday, February 13th, 10 am – 5 pm, Downsview Park, 40 Carl Hall Road, Toronto
The whole family will enjoy this fun and important event, bringing together animal lovers and pet welfare communities for a tail-wagging and illuminating experience. Meet and learn about small and furry pets, cats and dogs of different sizes, shapes and colours, all waiting for someone with a big heart to bring them home: www.petfunfest.ca
The Romance Of The Rails
Sunday, February 13th, 12 pm – 4:30 pm, 171 East Liberty Street, Suite B1, Toronto
The Romance of the Rails, presented by the Model Railroad Club of Toronto, is home to one of the largest permanent model train layouts in North America. Kids will love the vast miniature world that has taken many decades to create. Experience the world in the golden age of railway travel: www.modelrailroadclub.com
KidSpark: Plasticine Art
Saturday, February 12th & Sunday, February 13th, 2 pm, Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto
Join this new and exciting workshop where kids learn how to use plasticine in exciting, creative new ways. Become an artist and take your masterpiece home! Ages five+: www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
Family Valentine’s Brunch
Saturday, February 12th, 10:30 am / 11 am / 12:30 pm / 1 pm, Casa Loma, One Austin Terrace, Toronto
This family-friendly brunch buffet is served in the stately elegance of Toronto’s famous castle. The Library is a spectacular setting for your delicious, Valentine’s-day themed meal. After brunch, enjoy a self-guided tour of the castle: www.casaloma.org
Just KID’n Around Open House
Saturday, February 12th, 9:30 am – 8 pm, Just KID’n Around, 1615 Dupont Street, Toronto
Bring the kids and have a blast! There will be face painting, balloons, and a bouncy castle sure to entertain. Demos throughout the day on mystic drums, drama way, and Alphamania, plus much more! Please note we are a “socks only” facility: www.justkidnaround.ca
City Parent Family Show
Saturday, February 12th, 10 am – 4 pm, Canadian Air & Space Museum, Downsview Park, Toronto
The City Parent Family Show is a chance for families to enjoy entertainment, games, prizes, performers and special guests. There will be booths and hands-on displays featuring local attractions, camps, schools and more. The first 1,000 attendees to this show receive a special loot bag. Show admittance and parking are free: www.cityparent.com
Farther Afield:
Valentine’s Day Party
Friday, February 11th, 6 pm – 8 pm, Creative Play Indoor Playground, 539 Westney Road South, Ajax
Celebrate love with Creative Play and visit for the Valentine’s Day party, with a special appearance from Cinderella. Light refreshments will be served. Little ladies, come in your best princess dress! Pre-registration recommended: www.creativeplay.ca
I Love You Loot Party
Saturday, February 12th, 2 pm – 6 pm, Thumbprint Adventures, 941 Rutherford Road, Thornhill
Treats and fun at our first ever Loot Party! Kids will have fun decorating Valentine’s Day cards and treats, and creating crafts. Portion of all sales will be donated to SickKids Foundation: www.ohgoodee.com
Valentine’s Day Skate For Youth
Sunday, February 13th, 3 pm – 4:30 pm, Ed Sackville Arena, 311 Valleymede Drive, Richmond Hill
Roses are red. Violets are blue. It’s a Valentine’s Day skate, so bring a friend or two! Skate with friends or skate hand-in-hand, either way it’s a great way to exercise the heart. Ages 12 – 18: www.richmondhill.ca/skating
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