Things to do in Peel and Halton Region with Kids

The calendar highlights fun activities for families in the Greater Toronto Area helping parents plan fun things to do with their families all year long. 

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Annual Festival of Trees

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC) 440 Locust Street, Burlington, ON, Canada

The Burlington Performing Arts Centre’s 8th Annual Festival of Trees will be sparking yuletide joy in patrons who visit BPAC between November 20 and December 15, 2024. 20 Pre-lit artificial Christmas trees, generously sponsored by local businesses, will light up BPAC’s Lobby and Mezzanine for over 4 weeks – until their ‘winners’ take them home …

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The Polar Express – Family Favourites

Cineplex

On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.

Christmas Market at St.Alban’s

St.Alban’s Acton 19 St.Alban’s Drive, Halton Hills, ON, Canada

Join us for a Christmas market at St.Alban’s Drive. Over 20 vendors will be attending.• Candles• Hot Chocolate Bombs• Christmas Decor• Christmas Gifts• Hand Crafted Items

Santa Claus Parade – Pickering

Downtown Pickering One The Esplanade, Pickering, ON, Canada

Join the City of Pickering, The Shops at Pickering City Centre and the Kinsmen & Kinette Club in celebrating the highly anticipated return of the Santa Claus Parade. With extravagant floats from Pickering businesses and community groups, marching bands, and Santa Claus himself, the Santa Claus Parade is the spectacle to kick off everyone’s holiday …

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Santa Photo Opt

Caledon Fairgrounds 18297 Hurontario St, Caledon Village, Canada

Need to get your Santa/Family photo done? A suggested $2 donation will go to our CVA event funds and help raise money for the Agricultural Society. Come visit us and support our local community events! First come first serve, take a photo with Santa and grab a snack in Caledon Village Place. *no pets please*

$2

Emma Memma Meet-and-Greet

Twirl on into our Sherway store for a pic with the one and only Emma Memma! PLUS: on Nov 23-24 at EVERY store, purchase any Toniebox and receive a Creative Fairy Tonie for FREE!* 120 wristbands will be distributed at the store beginning at 10am on Sat. Nov. 23. Toys"R"Us Sherway: 690 Evans Ave., Etobicoke, ON

FAMILY FUN DAYS @ CANADA COMPUTERS MISSISSAUGA

Canada Computers Mississauga 720 Burnhamthorpe Rd W Unit 29 - 30, Mississauga, ON, Canada

Join us for an exciting weekend where young minds can dive into the world of Minecraft like never before! This action-packed event features a Coding Workshop and an exhilarating Minecraft Tournament—perfect for kids who love creativity, gaming, and learning.  Participants can enjoy FREE cool swags, in-store exclusive deals and more....

2024 Holiday Train

Glen Eden Ski & Snowboard Centre 5234 Kelso Road, Milton, ON, Canada

2024 Holiday Train schedule and performing artist info The Holiday Train runs Nov. 21 to Dec. 20 for its 26th year of spreading holiday cheer and raising money, food and awareness for people struggling with food insecurity. Professional musicians play free concerts from the brightly decorated train's stage

Light Up the Square 2024

Celebration Square - 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON, Canada

Join us for Light Up the Square, presented by TD Bank Group. Bringing a bright spark of joy and illuminating winter’s dark nights with colour, this annual event kicks-off the season at the Square with the first official lighting of the Christmas tree, and the opening of the City’s largest outdoor ice rink.  The winter …

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2024 Holiday Train

West Kinneary Yard West Kinneary Yard, Hamilton, ON, Canada

2024 Holiday Train schedule and performing artist info The Holiday Train runs Nov. 21 to Dec. 20 for its 26th year of spreading holiday cheer and raising money, food and awareness for people struggling with food insecurity. Professional musicians play free concerts from the brightly decorated train's stage

The Studio Christmas Market

The Studio 250 Clarence Street,, Brampton, ON, Canada

Did you know our Studio Intensive Team is holding a raffle this weekend at The Studio Christmas Market?! SO many amazing prizes to be won, don’t miss out!

Christmas Market Crotian Centre

9118 Winston Churchill Blvd 9118 Winston Churchill Blvd, Norval, Canada

Our 2nd annual Christmas Market promises to be an exciting event, given last year's impressive turnout! Tickets are available through me, and I hope you can attend. Highlights include door prizes and a special visit from Santa Clause.  

The Santa Claus Parade – Toronto

Downtown Toronto Toronto, Canada

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town Since 1905, the Santa Claus Parade has kicked off the Christmas season, first in Toronto, then for the whole country as it has grown in popularity and importance throughout the years. The Parade brings people together, regardless of their background, celebrating hope, family and love. It’s part of the …

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PAMA Open House

Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) 9 Wellington St E, Brampton, ON, Canada

Join us for our New Exhibitions Open House! See our newest exhibitions in the Art Gallery and Museum. Bring your friends and family - admission is FREE! On Sunday, November 24, visit PAMA to see our newest exhibitions in both the Art Gallery and Museum. You can visit any of our exhibitions at your convenience …

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Skating

Downtown Burlington Burlington, ON, Canada

The City of Burlington offers drop-in skating programs for people of all ages and abilities at a variety of indoor and outdoor rinks throughout the year. Browse the variety of skating programs available throughout the city. Register to skate Whether you are dropping in to skate or have an annual pass, reserve a spot to skate at …

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Baby Prints on Pottery: Mistletoes

Crock A Doodle Brampton West 3-8325 Financial Dr, Brampton, Canada

Plan to come by with your tiny mistle-toes and enjoy our holiday themed prints event! Capture holiday memories this holly-jolly season with some themed foot prints. Our staff are ready to help you capture those prints on anyone of our ready-to-paint pottery pieces! Sign up with friends or make new ones! Price is based on …

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$20

Movies for Mommies – Wicked (TBD)

Cineplex Cinemas Mississauga 309 Rathburn Road West, Mississauga, ON, Canada

Cineplex Cinemas Mississauga 309 Rathburn Road West, Mississauga, ON, L5B 4C1 (416) 925 – 4629 Get your directions Screenings Alternating Wednesdays, 1PM No charge for children under 3 MFM runs in Partnership with Cineplex’s Stars & Strollers screenings. Parking Free lot parking

Christmas in the Village

Clarkson Community Church 1880 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, Canada

Join us in Clarkson Village the evening of Thursday, November 28 for our annual Christmas in the Village event and market!  This outdoor event is happening on the front lawn of Clarkson Community Church (1880 Lakeshore Rd. W.). 5:00 p.m.— Artisan market & petting zoo opens. 6:00 p.m. — Santa arrives! Tree lighting and welcome …

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Burlington Festival of Lights – 2024

Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, ON, Canada

Every year, Spencer Smith Park is turned into a festive, glowing landscape of holiday, Christmas and everyday scenes. Volunteers and donations make this event run smoothly, and we add this to our list of must-do winter events every single year. The Festival of Lights kicks off with the Candlelit Stroll through Downtown Burlington, so make sure …

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Kids Night Out: 🎁Gift Making🎁

Crock A Doodle Brampton West 3-8325 Financial Dr, Brampton, Canada

Drop the kids off with us for a Kids Night Out: Gift Making event🎁 Kids ages 5+ will fa la la la love a creative night out painting a special gift, enjoying pizza for dinner and having fun…while you get 2 hours to yourself! Price includes pottery project, gift bag decorating, pizza dinner, fun and …

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$35
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