Events and More Things To Do This Weekend With Kids

Looking for some thrilling and engaging ways to spend quality time with your little ones this weekend? Look no further! We’ve curated a list of fantastic local events and activities that are guaranteed to bring smiles to your children’s faces. From outdoor adventures to creative workshops and sporting events, there’s something for every child to enjoy.

As parents, we understand the constant monologue of asking ourselves what to do today with the kids. We know the challenges of finding activities that are not only entertaining but also fun for all ages. Our events calendar is home to tons of family-friendly events that suit a mix of interests and ages. Whether you have toddlers, school-aged kids, or even teenagers, there are bound to be things to do this weekend near me that they will love.

This list includes weekend things to do in Hamilton and Halton and Niagara regions. Active Parents fans told us they didn’t mind a short drive, so we add in everything we can find!

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We can suggest some things to do with kids this weekend that you can pop into at your own convenience. Perfect for families who like to take it nice and easy on their days off.

SpringFestTO 2024!

SpringFest offers Greater Toronto families an indoor fun park with the latest in children’s entertainment, games and activities. We are thrilled to be back for our 17th year of quality family entertainment at the Markham Fairgrounds. Our indoor fun park has entertainment to thrill the whole family with mechanical and inflatable rides, our ALL NEW Dinosaur Exhibit, food vendors(Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fries and more), arts and crafts, and daily performances by The Dance Party Crew, Doo Doo the International Clown. Enter code ACTIVEPARENTS to save 15% on your SpringFest tickets today!

Maple Syrup Festivals Start This Weekend

Is there anything more Canadian than visiting a Maple Syrup festival and eating freshly-poured-on-snow maple syrup candy? We don’t think so, either! That’s why Active Parents has rounded up these local Maple Syrup festivals nearby that you should definitely visit. Bon appetite!

STEAM-Gineers at Joseph Brant Museum

STEAM-gineers is a once monthly drop-off program on Saturday afternoons at Joseph Brant Museum from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. STEAM-gineers is a hands-on, immersive program full of crafts, games, experiments, and more! STEAM-gineers is designed for children between the ages of 8 – 12 years old. The cost is $25/child. Pre-registration is required here

This month’s theme is “The Roaring Twenties”.

Things To Do March 15-17, 2024

Friday

LEGO Dundas – See a selection of historic Dundas buildings crafted by local LEGO artist Rankin MacGillivray.

Easter Bunny at The Pen Centre – Visit the Easter Bunny from 3:00pm – 7:00pm.

Easter Bunny Photos at Burlington Centre and Oakville Place.

Toys R Us Wonderlab – Wee Wonders Ages 1 – 3 11am – 2pm, Wonder Kids Ages 4+ 4:30 – 7:30pm

Disney On Ice Presents Magic In The Stars – Enjoy a day with the family when your favourite characters skate into FirstOntario Centre.

The Drop at Glen Abbey Community Centre – Youth can enjoy Chess Night!

The Drop at Queen Elizabeth Park Community And Cultural Centre – Youth can create Heart Maps.

SpringFestTO 2024! – An indoor fun park with the latest in children’s entertainment, games and activities.

Goats & A Superhero at Triple C Farm – Come to the farm this March Break to practice your superhero moves with your favourite captain!

Paint THEMUSEUM Green this St. Patrick’s day with dancing, stories, crafts and more!

Free Skating at Appleby Ice Centre from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at Appleby Ice Centre (Rink 4).

Saturday

Sensory Friendly Swimming at Tansley Woods pool in Burlington.

Disney On Ice Presents Magic In The Stars – Enjoy a day with the family when your favourite characters skate into FirstOntario Centre.

SpringFestTO 2024! – An indoor fun park with the latest in children’s entertainment, games and activities.

STEAM-Gineers At Joseph Brant Museum – This month’s theme is “The Roaring Twenties”.

Cineplex Family Favourites Movies For $2.99 – Today’s feature is “Peppa’s Cinema Party”.

CBC Kids Book Club LIVE – Come meet your fave CBC Kids pals Janaye, Tony, Gary the Unicorn and Daniel Tiger as they share their love of reading.

Easter Bunny at The Pen Centre – Visit the Easter Bunny from 10:00am – 6:00pm.

Silent Bunny at The Pen Centre (8:30 – 9:30am) – Great for kids who require a little more time and quiet while visiting the Easter Bunny.

Easter Bunny Photos at Burlington Centre and Oakville Place.

Toys R Us Wonderlab – Wonder Kids Ages 4+ 11am – 5pm

Breakfast With Chase From Paw Patrol – Enjoy brunch, games & activities.

The LONE Rhubarbarian at HPL Valley Park Branch – A concert of songs recorded by his former band, TURKEY Rhubarb, and many other popular kids’ tunes for all seasons and from all over!

McMaster Portable Planetarium at HPL Greensville Branch – Learn all about stars, planets and galaxies from McMaster’s space experts.

Mobile Zoo Visit at HPL Parkdale Branch – Meet Triple C Farm’s animal friends on the Zoom Zoo Bus.

Silent Disco: Featuring The Music Of Taylor Swift at Oakville Towne Square.

Sunday

Disney On Ice Presents Magic In The Stars – Enjoy a day with the family when your favourite characters skate into FirstOntario Centre.

Easter Bunny Photos at Burlington Centre and Oakville Place.

Sensory Easter Bunny Visit at Burlington Centre – The sensory visit is between 9:30 – 10:30 am. 

Easter Bunny at The Pen Centre – Visit the Easter Bunny from 11:00am – 5:00pm.

SpringFestTO 2024! – An indoor fun park with the latest in children’s entertainment, games and activities.

Toys R Us Wonderlab – Wonder Kids Ages 4+ 11am – 4pm

Family Open Studio at AGB – Create Window Clings.

Family Fun Day With HCC’s Sing As You Are! – Join us in the Fischer Gallery for fun, hands-on art-making inspired by our new exhibitions and permanent collection.

CBC Kids Book Club LIVE – Come meet your fave CBC Kids pals Janaye, Tony, Gary the Unicorn and Daniel Tiger as they share their love of reading.

Sunday Makebreak at Michaels – Create hand painted flower eggs.

That’s a wrap on scheduled events and things to do this weekend with kids, but our website is always full of ideas. You can find indoor places to play, hikes that kids will actually enjoy and of course, our Playground reviews that parents rave about.

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