Toronto Kids Events & Family Events
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Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and JeffAll seven Harry Potter
books in seventy minutes! Watch BBC's Dan and Jeff take on the ultimate challenge, with the help of endless
costumes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props, and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic. This fantastically
funny show features all your favourite characters, a special appearance from a very frightening fire-breathing
dragon, and even a game of Quidditch involving the audience! This brilliant show was first seen in 2006,
and is playing an international tour in 2012. A must-see for Potter addicts, and a great introduction
to the series for anyone who's ever wondered what all the fuss is about. Special performances on Family
Day and the PD day!
- February 11, 2012 to March 4, 2012
- See website for showtimes
- Tickets: $29.75 to $99.75
- Panasonic Theatre, 651 Yonge Street
- website
Family Sundays at the AGOJoin us for
our first Family Sunday on October 30th in the new Weston Family Learning Centre! With events for all
ages, we combine the excitement of all the arts in a grand spectacle format in Walker Court with
interactive, innovative family activities to engage and delight all ages throughout the studio and gallery.
- Sundays starting October 30 to March (visit website for exact dates- some may vary
due to holidays)
- 12 pm to 4 pm
- Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas Street West, Toronto
- Family Pricing- Included with regular Gallery Admission
- website
Leonardo da Vinci's Workshop - The Exhibition Experience the remarkable
genius of history’s most famous scientist and artist. Leonardo da Vinci’s Workshop - this special exhibition
will encourage visitors to explore the science of art and machines. See Leonardo’s concepts spring to
life, with 16 exclusive scale models of his inventions including his Mechanical Lion and Robot Soldier,
as well as the famous Great Kite flying machine and the Self-Propelling Cart.
- October 13, 2011 - March 18, 2012
- Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto
- website
Pinkalicious, The Musical
 Pinkalicious
can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at
the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come
true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out
a way to get out of this predicament.
- Sundays at 1:00 pm
- The Lower Ossington Theatre, 100a Ossington Ave, Toronto
- Tickets: $29.50 to $39.50
- website
Toronto Kids Events 2012
FEBRUARY 2012
KuumbaThe
16th annual Kuumba festival presented by TD returns to Harbourfront Centre with an entertaining
and educational weekend celebrating Black History Month. Join us for artist showcases, round table discussions,
storytelling, fashion, music, dance and children’s programmes, Kuumba has something for everyone! All Kuumba
events celebrate the vitality of Toronto's African and Caribbean communities, by showcasing works by innovative
Canadian and international artists. Most events are FREE and take place at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens
Quay West, Toronto). For more information and to purchase tickets the public can call 416-973-4000 or visit
harbourfrontcentre.com.
- February 3-5, 2012
- Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
- website
VIVA! Youth Singers of Toronto Auditions SVIVA! Youth Singers of Toronto
presents auditions for children and youth ages 4-25 years. Exceptional artistry in an inclusive environment.
Rehearsals and performances in downtown Toronto. Private vocal coaching, theory instruction. Choral Mentoring &
Leadership Program. Performing Arts Camp. Performances with the National Ballet of Canada’s Nutcracker.
Support for youth with disabilities. Theatre and music for the next 3 seasons include: July 2012 tour to
Greece, Noye’s Fludde, music theatre production TBA, commissioned opera from Dean Burry, COC. To schedule
an audition contact us at 416 788 VIVA(8482) or info@vivayouthsingers.com.
- February 4, 2012
- Trinity St Paul's Center 427 Bloor Street West Toronto
- $25
- website
Downsview Park's 3-on-3 Street Hockey TournamentDownsview
Park's annual celebration of Hockey Day in Canada. Ball hockey teams from across Ontario compete in 13
divisions. Register today! Spectators are welcome to attend, free of charge. Location - Downsview Park
Sports Centre, 75 Carl Hall Road. Stay tuned for more details.
- February 11, 2012
- Downsview Park, Keele and Sheppard, Toronto
- website
Harlem Globe TrottersOn the heels of signing
one of the most extraordinary rookie classes in team history, the Harlem Globetrotters will bring their
2012 World Tour to the Rogers Centre. The outstanding rookies include Paul “Tiny” Sturgess, the
world’s tallest pro basketball player at 7-8, Jonte “Too Tall” Hall, the shortest Globetrotter ever at
5-2, and Fatima “TNT” Maddox of Temple University, the team’s first female player since 1993 and ninth
female in team history.
- Saturday & Sunday, February 11 & 12, 2012
- Saturday at 7 pm, Sunday at 2 pm
- The Rogers Centre, Toronto
- website
Valentine's Day Weekend at the Zoo
 The
Zoo Loves YOU! Celebrate Valentine's Day with your favourite striped, spotted and furry friends at Toronto
Zoo. Children 12 and under, who bring a valentine for their favourite WILD friend get in FREE (maximum
of two children per adult).
- February 11 & 12, 2012
- Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
- website
Playing Away ADHD One Child at a Time
 Would
you believe that in just 10 weeks your child could read better, write better and focus better? Our innovative,
drug-free therapy has learning disabled children playing their way to better focusing and academic skills,
as well as improved coordination, mood and social skills. If you or a loved one have focusing or memory
problems or a learning disability, then you should attend our next free info session.
- February 15, 2012
- 7:30 pm to 9:30pm
- Barbara Frum Library, 20 Covington Road, Toronto
- Free! Refreshments will be served and space is limited.
- website
Horizon Arts Camp’s Family Arts Night & Information
SessionHorizon Arts
Camp is an exciting professional performing (music, dance, theatre) and visual arts camp with a balance
of traditional camp activities and a focus on leadership development. On February 15, bring the whole family
to Swansea Town Hall and enjoy an evening of camp fun and incredible arts programming! A visual arts program
will be led by two of our professional visual arts specialists beginning at 7pm. A formal information session
will begin at 8pm. Meet the Camp Directors, enjoy some refreshments, and learn more about Horizon Arts
Camp! Admission is free. All new families attending the event can sign up to receive a $100 gift certificate
that can be used for March Break Camp or Summer Camp!
- Wednesday February 15, 2012
- 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
- Swansea Town Hall 95 Lavinia Avenue Toronto, ON
- Free!
- website
Family Day Weekend at the ZooCelebrate
family day weekend by visiting some the Zoo's featured families such as the Western lowland gorillas, orangutans,
Komodo dragons and green tree pythons to name a few. There's no better way to spend quality time with the
family than a visit to the Zoo!
- February 18 through February 20, 2012
- 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
- Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
- website
Family Day StaycationDrop in any
time for screenings and pixilation activity; registration recommended for hands-on workshops running at
10 AM, 12:30 PM and 3PM.
- February 18 through February 20, 2012
- 10 am, 12:30 pm and 3 pm
- NFB Mediatheque, 150 John St. (at Richmond St. W), Toronto
- Free!
- website
Family Day on The KingswayThe Kingsway
BIA is hosting it’s first annual Family Day on The Kingsway event! Willingdon Boulevard and Wendover Road
at Bloor St. W. will be closed for: Ice Sculpture Competition, Maple Taffy Demonstrations, Carnival Activities,
Ice Sculpture Carving Demonstrations, Arts &
Crafts, Charity BBQ, See real animal furs, skulls and paw prints from the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority, Food, Family Fun, Music and More!
- Saturday, February 18, 2012
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Willingdon Boulevard and Wendover Road at Bloor St. W., Etobicoke (Outside Royal York Station)
- Free!
- website
HarbourKIDS: SK8 Presented by RBC Play HockeyMake your
mark at HarbourKIDS: SK8 presented by RBC Play Hockey both on and off the ice. HarbourKIDS: SK8 is a FREE weekend celebration
of skating and the culture that surrounds it, all from a kid’s perspective! Whether it’s skateboarding, hockey, urban art,
music or crafts, there are tons of ways for visitors to add some cool to the coldest season of the year. Check out performances
from skate troupe Le Patin Libre; rockers Bidiniband; swing band Toronto All-Star Big Band; and, as part of Harbourfront
Centre’s World Stage international performance series, a multidisciplinary duo that blends live music, theatre and visual
art in Everything Under the Moon. Participate in graffiti, beatboxing, button-making, hockey-mask-design and many more
craft activities. Watch the skateboard-construction process, catch a flick (or two!), or listen to a story. And don’t forget
to skate! For complete event details and full schedule, visit harbourfrontcentre.com/harbourkids or call the Information
Hotline at 416-973-4000.
- February 19, 2012 February 20, 2012
- 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West Toronto
- Free!
- website
Funnovation ImaginariumOld Navy invites families
to a free event called the “Funnovation Imaginarium” at their Etobicoke store. It’s a wild and crazy family party where
kids can invent wacky machines and monsters, design accessories, partake of a cookie bar, strut their stuff on the “Crazy
Catwalk” and get down on the “Funky Floor”.
- February 20, 2012
- 1;00 pmto 4:00 pm
- Old Navy, 177 North Queen Street, Etobicoke
- Free!
- website
Horizon Arts Camp Open HouseCome visit our summer
camp site (Kingsway College School), take a tour and meet some of our 2012 camp staff! Bring the whole
family and enjoy an afternoon of camp fun and incredible arts programming including the launch of the hottest
new activity that a camp can offer…Movieoke! Meet other camp families and register for camp! Admission
is free.
- February 22, 2012
- 5:30pm-8:30pm
- Kingsway College School, 4600 Dundas Street West, Toronto
- website
The Never Ending StoryBastian is a bullied boy who escapes his troubles
by burying himself in books. His latest – impulsively stolen from an old bookshop – draws him into the
most thrilling adventure of his life. Fantastica, the land of stories, is facing oblivion from an enemy
known only as The Nothing. The Childlike Empress has chosen an unlikely hero, a boy of Bastian’s age named
Atreyu, to shoulder the daunting task of saving their world. As the adventure unfolds, Bastian discovers
that he needs to find the key to change both their worlds.
- February 27 to March 17, 2012
- Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People 165 Front St East, Toronto
- Tickets $10-$20 per person
- website
POWER KIDS / PortraitsInspired
by the Malabar People, the dramatic portrait series by Stan Douglas currently on view at The Power Plant,
this workshop will explore creative drawing and collage approaches to portraiture. Using various materials
and working with a partner, participants will create a portrait melding imagined settings with black-and-white
life drawing. Participants will learn about the fundamentals of portraiture such as framing, proportion
and setting, as well as basic lighting techniques, and will take turns sitting for a portrait while their
partner sketches. The portraits will then be transformed through a mosaic magazine collage technique to
create invented backgrounds. Kids will receive their portraits at the end of the workshop and parents are
expected to join their children in all activities. Led by artist-educator and Animateur at The Power Plant,
Anna Bouzina. For children ages 8 – 12 and their adult companions.
- February 28, 2012
- The Power Plant 231 Queens Quay West Toronto
- $4 Members, $6 Non-Members (per child)
- Tickets and more info: website
MARCH 2012
Sleepover at the Ontario Science CenterJoin
us for an extraordinary night of science fun at the “Destination Discovery” Sleepover at the
Ontario Science Centre! Ignite your imagination with science activities and special shows. Thrill your
senses with a mind-blowing IMAX® film. Explore our exhibit halls and discover hundreds of interactive experiences.
Share stories around an indoor virtual campfire. Then grab your sleeping bag to bunk down among the exhibits.
Wake up to a hot breakfast the next morning. Still hungry for more science? Admission to the Science Centre
for the following day is included to extend your exploration and discovery.
- Saturday, March 3, 2012
- Saturday 4:45 pm through to Sunday 10:00 am
- Ontario Science Center, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto
- $59
- website
Angelina Ballerina: The Musical
 Angelina
and her friends, Alice, Gracie, AZ, Viki, and even their teacher, Ms. Mimi, are all aflutter because
a special guest is coming to visit Camembert Academy! Angelina and her friends will perform all types
of dance, including hip-hop, modern dance, the Irish jig and of course, ballet, and they are excited
to show off their skills to their famous visitor. Angelina is the most excited of all, but will she get
the starring moment she hopes for?
- March 10 - 18, 2012
- The Lower Osington Theatre, 100a Ossington Ave, Toronto
- Tickets: $29.50 to $49.50
- website
Toronto Centre for the Arts presents Dufflebag Theatre's Peter Pan
 Since
1992, "the nearly world-famous" DuffleBag Theatre has wowed audiences of all ages in theatres,
festivals and schools across the country. Currently the company performs over 600 shows a year, across
Canada, the U.S., and internationally. The DuffleBag Theatre actors begin the retelling of the classic
story, Peter Pan! All your favourites are there... Peter, Wendy, Captain Hook... and of course Tinkerbell.
Before your very eyes audience members are asked to come up on stage and join in the action. Their unpredictable
performances are hilarious! A sure audience favourite. Dufflebag Theatre proves again and again that
the dream of living a fairy tale actually does come true!
- March 13-17, 2012
- 2:00 pm
- Studio Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge Street=, Toronto
- Tickets are only $15 and available at the TOCentre Box Office, or by calling 1-855-985-2787
- website
Disney on Ice Dare to Dream
 Get
tangled up in the newest thrilling show to hit the ice, Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream. Experience
Disney's hilarious hair-raising escapade, Tangled; as Rapunzel, her unlikely companion, Flynn, and Maximus,
embark on an uproarious journey that takes adventure to new lengths! Boogie to the beat of the bayou
with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen from The Princess and the Frog, in a magical, musical journey that
all begins with a fateful kiss. And fanciful dreams become reality as Cinderella meets her Prince Charming,
with a glass slipper fit for an unforgettable fantasy come true. All your favorite princesses take to
the ice in a spectacular finale at the ultimate Disney Princess event of a lifetime! Experience the beauty,
sparkle, and spirit when Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream comes to your hometown!
- March 14 to 18, 2012
- 7:00 pm weekdays, Saturday shows at 3:00 pm & 7:00 pm, Sunday at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm
- The Rogers Centre, Toronto
- Tickets $22.20 to $103.80 at ticketmaster (Use
coupon code MAMA to save $4 per ticket when purchasing your tickets online)
Toronto Centre for the Arts presents Dufflebag Theatre's Cinderella
 Since
1992, "the nearly world-famous" DuffleBag Theatre has wowed audiences of all ages in theatres,
festivals and schools across the country. Currently the company performs over 600 shows a year, across
Canada, the U.S., and internationally. The DuffleBag Theatre actors begin the retelling of Cinderella
in full wit and humour. Just when the audience becomes enthralled by the story - a twist is created!
Before your very eyes audience members are asked to come up on stage and join in the action. Their unpredictable
performances are hilarious! A sure audience favourite. Dufflebag Theatre proves again and again that
the dream of living a fairy tale actually does come true!
- March 13-17, 2012
- 11:00 am
- Studio Theatre, Toronto Centre for the Arts 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto
- Tickets are only $15 and available at the TOCentre Box Office, or by calling 1-855-985-2787
- website
March Break Week at the ZooThe hottest
place to be this Winter! It's time to
get out of the cold and into one of our tropical pavilions, where you can get up close to all kinds of
exotic animals. While you're at it grab a hot chocolate and enjoy our year-round family events, like our
daily Keeper Talks. So visit the Toronto Zoo to get in touch with your wild side this March Break!
- March 10 through March 18, 2012
- Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
- website
Far, Far Out, Outer Space Adventure3-2-1
Blast off! Join the Avenue Road Arts School for our 3rd annual children’s exhibit. The show will feature
2 &
3-dimensional artwork along with interactive pieces created by the young students at the School. Travel
through outer space and encounter aliens, astronauts and futuristic worlds. Opening reception will take
place on Tuesday March 27th from 6-8pm with refreshments, snacks and art activities. Please join us to
celebrate the achievements of our young artists and enjoy a wonderful art experience!
- March 27th-30th, 2012
- Opening reception - March 27 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
March 28-30 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
- Avenue Road Arts School, 460 Avenue Road, Toronto
- website
APRIL 2012
Annual Easter "Egg" StravaganzaHop
along the Zoo's "Spring Trail" to visit some of your favourite animals and solve an egg-citing
word puzzle! Check out one of our special Easter keeper talks, and take part in a "Beary-Bunny Easter
Parade" at 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm daily. Don't forget to watch for sightings of Explorer Bear at the
Courtyard Stage, he will be donning his festive Easter ears!
- April 6 (Good Friday) to April 9 (Easter Monday), 2012
- 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
- website
Party for the PlanetThe
Zoo is hosting the premier Earth Day event in the GTA - our very own "Party for the Planet." What
better place to celebrate Easter and Earth Day than at the Zoo to learn about ways that YOU can be an ambassador
for living in a more environmentally friendly way. Meet the Zoo's recycling dynamic duo, Henry and Douale,
and enjoy extra keeper talks at the polar bears. Once again the Zoo will partner with many top environmental
education organizations in Ontario to provide you with fun resources that will help you change the world
for the better! We look forward to sharing with you effective ways that YOU can make a difference. Join
us at the new Tundra Trek area for a fun-filled day of conservation and education.
- April 21 & April 22, 2012
- 10:00am to 4:00pm
- Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
- website
MAY 2012
National Chinese Acrobats with Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Visually
stunning, the NATIONAL CHINESE ACROBATS join the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony in an unforgettable performance
featuring daring maneuvers, feats of strength, gymnastics, balancing and more. Featuring traditional Chinese
instruments along with western orchestral instruments, the acrobats will mesmerize and mystify with its
stunning displays of the best in Chinese martial arts, illusion, acrobatics, music, dance, and drama in
a thrilling display of artistry and daredevil acts.
- May 12, 2012
- 3:30 pm and 8:00pm
- Sony Centre For The Performing Arts, Toronto
- website
Mothers Day at Black Creek Mother's will enjoy this fantastic day which
includes a delicious meal and a tour of the Historic Village. Reservations required.
- May 13, 2012
- Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto
- website
JUNE 2012
Battle of Black Creek - Revolutionary War Re-enactment More than 200
soldiers set up camp for this colourful Revolutionary War re-enactment
- June 16 & 17, 2012
- Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto
- website
JULY 2012
Canada Day Celebration at Fort GeorgeJoin
us for Canada's birthday celebration. Activities at Fort George throughtout the day and into the evening.
Music, food, fireworks, musket and cannon firings!
- July 1, 2012
- 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Fort George, 51 Queens Parade
- Free!
- website
AUGUST 2012
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SEPTEMBER 2012
Annual Pioneer FestivalThis Mennonite
and Pennsylvia-German festival is full of delicious foods such as home made pies, cheese curds, sausages,
apple butter, hand-made ice cream and more. Don't miss the fast-paced, one of a kind quilt auction.
- September 15, 2012
- Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto
- website
OCTOBER 2012
Howling HootenannyKids can enjoy the Haunted
Maze, pumpkin carving, apple sling shot, trick or treating and more.
- October 20 & 21, 27 &28, 2012
- Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto
- website
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