5 of the best things to do with kids this weekend

Sat 29 Mar – Sun 30 Mar

Photo credit: Yonge North York BIA

  1. Enchanted Lights 2025

An interactive musical spring garden

  • New interactive displays
  • Use wands located at each display to bring them to life
    • Displays react in real-time to animations, colours & melodies
  • Night: Glowing lights & sounds
  • Day: Blooming artistic landscapes

Location: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge Street)

Date: March 29 to April 13 (daily)

Time: All day & night 

Price: Free

Age: All

2. Music & Truffles KIDS

Classical music for children

World renowned artists perform in a short, relaxed setting

The artist, host or both discuss & illustrate the music

The performers: Duo Sonidos:

An award-winning violin/guitar duo

You’ll also get a Lindt chocolate truffle

Location: Walter Hall, UofT (​​80 Queens Park)

Date: Sun 23 Feb 

Time: 1.15pm-2.15pm

Price: $25 

Age: 6 – 11, but it’s also a great series for adults  

3. Jr. Jays Opening Day

Returning for the 2025 season

Every Sunday home game at the Ballpark (excluding 28 Sep)

New activities (11.37am* til end of game):

Face painters

Caricature artists

Balloon twisters

In-game:

Jr. Jays are randomly selected pregame to take part in some in-game activities:

  • A DJ for an inning break (the pause between 2 halves of the game, when teams switch places)
  • A Future Announcer for the bottom half of an inning

Meet ACE & Junior mascots as they roam the concourse

Post-game:

Kids 14yrs & under can run the bases

Reserve time slots in advance

Options include: 15min, 45min or 60min

The Jr. Jays Zones are located on the 100, 200 & 500 levels – including TD Park Social as part of the Outfield District. 

Location: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)

Date: Sun 30 Mar

Time: Game starts at 1.37pm 

Price: $25 – $187+

Age: Jr. Jays is for kids ages 14yrs & under  

4. One Of A Kind Spring Show

Canada’s flagship craft show

Creative Lounge

Free crafts & workshops for age 8+yrs

Classes available on a first-come-first-serve basis

Weekend crafts schedule:

  • Sat 12pm – 1pm & 4pm – 5pm:

Create a seagull sculpture using wool & needles

  • Sun 12pm – 12.45pm & 1pm – 1.45pm:

Create flower bouquets using buttons

Tickets include free re-entry for the duration of the 5 days of the show (ID required). Pre-onsite sign-ups may be required for Creative Lounge sessions.

Location: Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place (100 Princes’ Blvd)

Date: Wed Mar 26 – Sun Mar 30

Time: Wed & Sat 10am – 8pm, Thu 10am – 11pm, Fri 10am – 9pm, Sun 10am – 5pm 

Price: $15 – $35 (Kids ages 4 & under are free)

Age: All 

5. Toronto Game Expo

The most games under one roof

Minecraft-Themed Kids Zone

Colouring activity sheets

Sticker packs

Lego building station

Snap a photo against the backdrop for a chance to win:

  • Sticker pack, backpack & plush toy
  • Two sets of digital movie tickets to see A MINECRAFT MOVIE

Free raffle prizes

Other stuff that’s happening:

  • 500+ exhibitor tables
  • Arcade, table top & console free play games
  • Cosplay guests & events
  • Special guests
  • Claw machines
  • Massive art alley
  • Indie developers showcase
  • Pokémon Trading Card Game Tournament
  • Video game tournaments

Location: Exhibition Place, Queen Elizabeth Building (180 Princes’ Blvd)

Date: Sat 29 & Sun 30 Mar

Price: $10 – $200 (kids under 4 attend free)

Time: Sat 11am – 7pm, Sun 11am – 4pm 

Age: All 

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