Best Family Day Events to Enjoy in Toronto & the GTA
- Nadia
- Feb 12
- 4 min read
Updated: Feb 14
Family Day is the perfect opportunity to step away from busy routines and spend meaningful time together. With exciting events, interactive experiences, and plenty of family-friendly fun happening across the city, the long weekend offers something for everyone. Whether you’re planning a big day out or a simple adventure close to home, here are some of the best Family Day events to explore this year in Toronto & the GTA.
Location: 10 Hanover Rd. Toronto, ON
Dates: February 15-17, 2026
Admission Fee: Child: $26 / Adult: $15 Children 2 and under: Free
Why families love it: This is the ultimate family day out – all in a massive indoor space! This family festival features interactive activity stations, inflatables, mechanical rides, live stage shows, meet & greet with characters, special guests, and so much more! With activities designed for toddlers, young children, and even older kids, it’s an event that offers something for everyone in the family.
Tip: Tickets can be purchased in-person at the event but buying them online in advance can help you secure a better deal.
Location: 777 Bay Plaza, Toronto, ON
Dates: Feb. 13 – Mar. 8, 2026
Admission Fee: Free
Why families love it: This event invites visitors to explore the theme of “Play” through immersive light-based installations spread across five unique locations in the Downtown Yonge neighbourhood. Each site will feature a playful, interactive experience designed to spark joy, movement, and connection in the hear of winter.
Tip: Be sure to check the website for the recommended Illuminite route so you can experience all give installations with ease.
Location: 111 Wellesley St. Toronto, ON
Dates: Feb. 14 & 16, 2026
Admission Fee: Free
Why families love it: Set at the historic Legislative Assembly of Ontario building, this event is designed for families of all ages and features hands-on activities, indoor and outdoor experiences, and live entertainment! Learn about parliament during a Chamber tour, see a professional ice carver in action, participate in carnival games, and much more!
Tip: Snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase at the Quorum Café.
Location: 4141 Living Arts Dr. Mississauga, ON
Dates: Feb. 16, 2026
Admission Fee: Child: $10 / Adult: $20
Why families love it: The classic Mowgli stories burst to life using spectacular video, shadow-play, and original music. Jungle Book will transport you from Mowgli’s childhood with the wolves, tigers, and elephants of India, to our urban jungle today. This immersive experience is perfect for the whole family!
Tip: This show is an original adaptation of stories from Rudyard Kipling with all new music and visuals – not “Disney’s the Jungle Book.”
Location: 1955 Audley Rd. Ajax, ON
Dates: Feb. 16, 2026
Admission Fee: Free
Why families love it: This family friendly event is filled with lots of indoor and outdoor activities for the entire family! Families can participate in several winter-themed activities including inflatables, ice/snow painting, air brush tattoo’s, crafts, live entertainment, ball hockey, horse and wagon rides, and local vendors.
Tip: This event is free of charge to attend, nominal fees will apply for food, beverage, and business vendors.
Location: 680 Plains Rd. W. Burlington, ON
Dates: Open Family Day (Jan. 31 – Apr. 6, 2026)
Admission Fee: $11.50 – $24.50
Why families love it: Inspired by the original novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, this all-ages experience features captivating botanical displays, delightful artistic creations, and 25,000 real blooms. Brighten the winter months as you journey through fragrant flowers and lush greenery as radiant as the Emerald City itself!
Tip: This is a time-ticketed exhibition. Space is limited, so book online in advance to avoid disappointment.
Location: 30 Yonge St. Toronto, ON
Dates: Feb. 16, 2026
Admission Fee: Children (13 & under) free on Family Day
Why families love it: Kids rule Family Day at the Hall! Along with free admission for kids, this event offers free gifts, all-day play in the interactive zones, mascot Slapshot, and you can take an unforgettable family photo with the Stanley Cup!
Tip: Up to four youth will be admitted free with the purchase of one regular price adult admission.
Location: 235 Queens Quay W. Toronto, ON
Dates: Feb. 14 – 16, 2026
Admission Fee: Free
Why families love it: Families can enjoy an exciting lineup of activities for all ages, including skating, storytelling and crafts, science experiments and film screenings. There will also be a spectacular performance by Storm Productions in collaboration with the Ice Theatre of Toronto.
Tip: Be sure to check the website for the full lineup of workshops and activities, along with their scheduled times.
Location: 28 Bathurst St. Toronto, ON
Dates: Feb. 13 – 16, 2026
Admission Fee: Free
Why families love it: This is the sweetest takeover of the season filled with treats, fun, and feel-good moments. Sweet City Fest is taking over at STACKT market and visitors can expect live music & entertainment, workshops, vendor markets, and other family day specials!
Tip: Be sure to check the website for the full lineup of workshops, along with their scheduled times and tickets.
Location: 9467 Erin East Garafraxa Townline, Hillsburgh, ON
Dates: Family Day Weekend to Easter Weekend
Admission Fee: Child: $19.50 / Adult: $39.50 Children 5 & under: Free
Why families love it: Families can enjoy a classic Canadian maple tradition at Elliot Tree Farm. Start your visit with their famous pancake breakfast, then head out on a sugarbush trail walk where you will see first-hand how maple syrup is made. You will also want to visit the Heritage Barn, which is home to the Maple Syrup Museum of Ontario.
Tip: Although the farm is an hour outside the GTA, the purchase of your ticket includes free parking and complimentary toboggans to take along the sugar bush trail.
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