5 of the best things to do with kids this weekend

Sat 5 – Sun 6 Oct

  1. Raffi

North America’s preeminent family entertainer

Raffi is a singer, songwriter, producer, author, lecturer, and an advocate for children. He is best known for his work as a children’s entertainer and advocate whose gold and platinum-selling recordings includes his popular song, “Baby Beluga”. 

Location:  Massey Hall (178 Victoria St)

Date: Sat 5 Oct & Sun 6 Oct

Time: 2pm

Price: Starting $52.35+
Age: All

2. Fall Ravine Festival

    Get hands-on with nature

    Discover fascinating facts about ravines, local wildlife and how you can contribute to the preservation of Toronto’s ravine systems. Includes hands-on activities.

    11am – 12pm: Live music

    1 pm – 4pm: Scavenger hunt

    2.30pm – 3.30pm: Aerial circus performance

    Location:  Toronto Botanical Garden (777 Lawrence Ave E)

    Date: Sat 5 Oct

    Time: 11am – 4pm

    Price: Free (Food Bank donations welcome)
    Age: All

    3. VIBE Arts Family Days

    Autumn Mini Acrylic Painting

    VIBE Arts returns for the 2024 Biennial season for interactive programming for intergenerational learners. In inclement weather, Family Days will occur indoors at 32 Lisgar Street. The storytelling sessions mentioned below offer both booked and drop-in walks throughout the duration of the Biennial.

    11am – 4pm: Public art-making program led by an Arts Educator

    10am – 6pm: Participatory storytelling sessions by multidisciplinary artists who lead visitors through the exhibition artists’ installations

    Location: Toronto Biennial of Art (32 Lisgar Street)

    Date: Sun 6 Oct 

    Time: Art making program is 11am – 4pm (drop-in)

    Price: Free
    Age: All

    4. Sneaker Con Toronto

    The world’s biggest sneaker store under one roof

    • 400+ sneaker & streetwear vendors
    • Buy some of the rarest sneakers
    • Bring your shoes to buy, sell & trade
    • Get your shoes authenticated by eBay’s authenticity guaranteed experts

    Buyers and sneaker shoppers from across North America are expected to attend. Activities include:

    • eBay grail giveaway
    • eBay Sneaker Live Auctions
    • Merch: Toronto t-shirts
    • Sneaker influencers

    Carts & dollies aren’t permitted, but strollers are. 

    Location: Enercare Centre (100 Princes’ Blvd #1)

    Date: Sat 5 & Sun 6 Oct 

    Time: 12pm – 7pm

    Price: $31.74
    Age: All 

    5. Joy in the Park

    Outdoor event series

    This all-ages event promises live music, dance performances, and complimentary hot chocolate and apple cider. The evening begins with live music from Moskitto Bar. Between two musical sets, enjoy Earth Synergy, a dynamic dance performance by Artists in Motion (AIM). 

    • Live music (Ukrainian, Balkan, Middle Eastern & French music)
    • Dance performance
    • Stilt walker
    • Hot chocolate

    Location: David Crombie Park  (The Esplanade & Berkeley St.)

    Date: Sat 5 Oct 

    Time: 6pm – 8pm 

    Price: $31.74
    Age: All 

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