5 of the best things to do with kids this weekend

Sat 25 – Sun 26 Apr

Photo credit: EcoFair Toronto

Experience a wide range of artistic visions

Workshops (10am – 2pm):

  • Salsa & Bachata
  • K-Pop
  • Afrofusion
  • Bollywood

Performances (1pm – 5pm):

  • Flamenco
  • Central/South Asian
  • Korean
  • MOVMNT Collective – Toronto dancers
  • Frog in Hand Productions – Dance company
  • Indigenous tap dance
  • African/Caribbean
  • South Indian
  • Middle Eastern

Workshops:

Performances:

  • Meet the cast of TVOKids’ Green Squad – a series that follows hosts who challenge kids & their families to make eco-friendly lifestyle changes
    • 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm: Preview 3 new episodes
  • All-ages sensory exploration of local plant & wildlife ecology + scavenger hunt sheets
  • 1pm – 2.15pm: All-ages interactive walk focusing on the climate, water & erosion
  • All-ages hands-on demo of maple syrup production
  • Build a walkable LEGO city
  • Worm petting zoo
  • Free clothing & accessories swap (all-ages)
    • Repairs & small clothing adjustments
  • Create woven pieces using recycled cardboard weaving boards (all-ages)
    • Bring your own yarn – encouraged
  • Make 3D collages – materials provided (all-ages)
  • Kids’ button-making activity
  • Biodiversity Jenga – an interactive game to demonstrate the importance of biodiversity
  • Compete in an online climate action game (age 6+)

Other activities include climate-themed games (quiz, Jeopardy-style, card game, and spin wheel).

A breakfast buffet while gazing at fish

  • Mermaid Pal to take home
  • Family Photo with the Mermaid
  • Breakfast (45min)
  • Marine-Pal Adoption & Photos (45min)

Menu:

  • Eggs, bacon, waffles, potatoes, quiche, yogurt, fruit, pastries, coffee, tea & juice


Indoor family-friendly activities

  • 10.30am – 4pm: GTA Photobooth
  • 11.30am – 12pm: Japanese dance workshop
  • 12pm – 12.30pm, 1pm – 1.30pm & 2.30pm – 3pm: Vocal/guitar performance
  • 12.30pm – 1pm & 2.30pm – 3pm: Balloon-twisting & juggling show
  • 1.30pm – 2pm & 3.30pm – 4pm: The Sidewalk Crusaders band

Outdoor activities are cancelled due to weather but indoor programming will continue. 

Age: All

Celebrate our planet at the Play Zone

  • 1pm – 1.45pm & 3.15pm – 4pm: Song circle
    • Campfire with free roasted marshmallows
  • Take part in a Pedalheads bike activity (age 2-12)
    • Bring your own bike, helmet & gear
  • Bring your items to be repaired (clothes, computers, electronics, appliances etc)
  • Drop off family clothing & shoes for charity
  • Free minor bike repairs
  • 12pm – 4.30pm: Clean up the park
  • Donate safe metal, wood, fabric or hard plastic for a chance to win a prize
  • Create your own origami crane
  • Craft your own paper flowerpot
  • Colouring station
  • Discover how to plant a variety of seeds
  • Scavenger hunt

Registration required to attend certain events. Other activities (not listed in post) are sold out. 

Location: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave)
Date: Sun Apr 26
Time: 12pm – 5pm
Price: Free
Age: All

Running from gate opening – end of game:

  • Interactive games & hands-on activities
  • Live artists & performances
  • Pregame: Kids may be selected to DJ an inning break or be a “Future Announcer”
  • ACE & Junior mascots will roam the concourse & visit the Jr. Jays Zones
  • Dress up in your Blue Jays gear for a chance to win prizes
  • Postgame: Kids are invited onto the field to run the bases

Jr Jays Zones are located on the 100, 200 & 500 levels. 

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