Family Fun Guide North of Toronto for August 30 - September 2 | Labour Day Weekend!

Technically summer is not over until the boat is put away. Sure back to school time is here but now is the time focus on the long weekend. Labour Day Monday is the last long weekend of the summer. August has been a whirlwind of good fun with fun events, festivals and great getaways at family resorts and accommodations in cottage areas north of Toronto. Let's not stop now, we're on a Good Times roll! The weather has been fabulous! So fabulous, it's been a great season to check out all the great family attractions and try out new activities!

This weekend's 'PLAY LIST'...

KIDS AND FAMILY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKEND AHEAD BY AREA:
These events are within 1-3 hours north of Toronto and are reasonable when considering a day trip, or stay at any family friendly accommodation and extend the fun. These events would also be within proximity or close to many of Ontario's 'cottage country'.

~BARRIE~

GO CRUISING:Take a beautiful ride on the Serendipity Princess on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay! 

HORSESHOE RESORT ADVENTURE PARK: Fun for the family with the Zip Lining and Treetop Trekking course; build your golf skills and challenge the family to a round of Mini Putt, or explore the Copeland Forest on Segway. Families can also have fun mountain biking on forest trails.

HARDWOOD SKI & BIKE: Hit the day trails or play disc golf. Rent a bike or bring your own. Great trials for all ages and skill levels. Go now and take advantage of their ski sales!

MACLAREN ART CENTRE: Enrich your childrens' days with art. Every child has the potential and needs the inspiration! Kids are never too young to learn art appreciation.

Browse BARRIE HOTELS 


~THE BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD~

SUMMER SUNDOWN: Bid farewell to summer with a weekend of World Music. Enjoy live music, street performers, family activities and fantastic fireworks.

VILLAGE ACTIVITIES AT BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE: Scavenger hunts and other kids and family fun happening daily in Blue Mountain Village.

SUMMER ATTRACTION PARK BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT: Take the exciting Ridge Runner ride or visit the now-open summer attraction park that includes fun activities like Mountaintop Segway touring, Open-air gondola rides, Mini-putt, Climbing wall and more!

EXPLORE SCENIC CAVES: Nature, history and adventures for the whole family. Self-guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario’s longest Suspension Footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay and surrounding countryside. Gemstone Mining, train ride, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop.

Stay in COLLINGWOOD HOTELS


~BRACEBRIDGE~

SANTA'S VILLAGE: 2 Great Parks & 1 Great Campground - We've added a Bungee Trampoline and Spray Pad!Tour the village by miniature train or cruise the Muskoka River on Santa's Summer Sleigh Jet Boat. You can try Rudolph's Roller Coaster, the Ferris Wheel, and other amusement rides! Visit Santa Claus and then play at Elves Island or at our beach and splash-pad.

See BRACEBRIDGE ACCOMMODATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

~BURK'S FALLS~

BURK'S FALLS FALL FAIR: Family and kids fall fair fun this long weekend!
 
~ELMVALE~

ROUNDS RANCH: Exactly between Elmvale and Wasaga Beach is country western kids attraction fun and RR knows their stuff! Great toys to ride, a fun play structure with giant slide and zip line and to top it off, there are horse and pony rides.

Stay in WASAGA BEACH
Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region


~FORESTER FALLS~

RIVER RAFTING:  High family adventure here with river rafting and zip lining! Age and weight requirements in effect. 


~HALIBURTON~

SIR SAM'S SKI & BIKE:  Take out the bikes and have some outdoor adventure.

Browse HALIBURTON ATTRACTIONS & ACCOMMODATIONS


~IROQUIS~

DORAN BAY MODEL SHIP MUSEUM: Dad can also get his fill of maritime history here.

Stay at DORAN BAY RESORT


~KINMOUNT~

KINMOUNT FAIR: KidsLand, kiddy shows and your regular fall fair fun at the very popular Kinmount Fair!

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Kawarthas


~MIDLAND | PENETANGUISHENE~

HARBOUR FESTIVAL: Discover one of  Ontario's most beautiful waterfront's in the  Southern Georgian Bay region. Come to the Midland Harbour Festival and experience a fun filled weekend with exhibitors of one of a kind, unique art & crafts and antiques. 

GO CRUISING: Head out on a 2.5 hour Georgian Bay cruise. Saturday the Miss Midland is offering 3 cruises amongst the tall ships. The later 2 cruises include dinner and live music.

MIDLAND FARMERS' MARKET: Meet farmers and artisans and have a taste of Ontario! Sunday morning 9-1 across from the Midland town dock. 

DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND DOCKS: Check out the shops and docks in beautiful Midland! Walk about and strolling fun for kids and check out one of the largest outdoor mural collections in North America.

GUIDED CANOE OR KAYAK TOURS | GUIDED WALKS | REPTILE SHOW | BIRDS OF PREY SHOW: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Check their website for details and times. This weekend the Wye Marsh also offers a Wildflower Seed Workshop and a Make Your Own Wildseed Paper Workshop.

KING'S WHARF THEATRE: Take in dinner and show at the waterfront King's Wharf Theatre. Be sure to leave time for a stroll on the boardwalk! Or buy him tickets for a show later in the season.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sunday evenings in Little Lake Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music while the kids play at the park.

HURONIA FOOD TRAIL: You will find a list of the farmers, producers, restaurants, retailers and accommodations that have identified themselves as advocates of local taste and local products, within the towns of Midland and Penetanguishene & Townships of Tay and Tiny, Ontario through the Huronia Food Trail.

LEARN ABOUT ONTARIO'S HISTORY: Visit Sainte Marie among the Hurons or Discovery Harbour. 

Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~ORILLIA~

STREETS ALIVE LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART CELEBRATION: City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists!

Browse Orillia Accommodations & Attractions 

~PARRY SOUND~

GEORGIAN BAY AIRWAYS: Operating from May through October out of Parry Sound’s beautiful downtown waterfront in the Heart of the 30,000 Islands, Georgian Bay Airways Ltd. proudly offers a modern fleet of seaplanes to service your flying needs. Sightseeing Air Tours, Our Signature "Fly & Dine" to World Famous Henry's Fish Restaurant, Charters, and Flying Adventures are just a sample of the Georgian Bay Airways experience. Not into flying? Well at least come say hello and visit the ice cream parlour and coffee shop!   

Browse Parry Sound area Accommodations & Attractions

~PERTH~

PERTH FALL FAIR: A ton of fall fair fun, events, classes, animal shows and so much more at the 168th Perth Fair. 

More information Land O' Lakes Destination
More information Ontario's Highlands Destination 

~POWASSAN~

POWASSAN FAIR: Family fun all weekend long including a 'Superheroes' themed parade on Saturday.  

Featured Accommodation:  Booth Landing Camping & Cottages

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Find more Fall Fairs on our website! 

Have a fun and safe long weekend!
Did we miss posting an event? Please fill free to CONTACT US and let us know what's happening!

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Family Fun Guide North of Toronto for August 23-25

It ain't over yet!

Summer is back. Mother Nature has turned up the dial on the heat and sunshine! For the weekend, we should put the 'back to school' part out of our minds and have fun! The weather forecast looks fantastic and we need to finish this summer off right!

Check out our guest-blog post by Toronto4Kids on how to store and save all the souvenirs and mementoes your kids have collected over the summer. 

This weekend continues to bring the Tall Ships Tour around Georgian Bay. And there is no better place to see the ships than in towns with rich marine heritage like Collingwood and Owen Sound last weekend and Midland, Penetanguishene and Discovery Harbour this weekend. This weekend's tour is extra special in combination a couple other fun activities in Midland, like the Harbour Festival and the Miss Midland will be offering cruises amongst the Tall Ships. How cool is that?

This type of event is important for our kids in learning about Canada's history and the War of 1812. Some of the content and specifics will be lost on them depending on age, but there is no better way to learn than to literally step back in time and see the ingenuity and watch the impressive stories of our military history that shaped the country we live in today.

*Experience the Tall Ships at:*

Midland

Discovery Harbour

Penetanguishene
Miss Midland Tours

This weekend's 'PLAY LIST'...

KIDS AND FAMILY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKEND AHEAD BY AREA:
These events are within 1-3 hours north of Toronto and are reasonable when considering a day trip, or stay at any family friendly accommodation and extend the fun. These events would also be within proximity or close to many of Ontario's 'cottage country'.

~BARRIE~

GO CRUISING:Take a beautiful ride on the Serendipity Princess on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay! 

HORSESHOE RESORT ADVENTURE PARK: Fun for the family with the Zip Lining and Treetop Trekking course; build your golf skills and challenge the family to a round of Mini Putt, or explore the Copeland Forest on Segway. Families can also have fun mountain biking on forest trails.

HARDWOOD SKI & BIKE: Hit the day trails, play disc golf or experience Moonlight Odyssey. The Moonlight Odyssey is a unique and fun challenge for trail runners of any ability level as they tackle the trails of Hardwood by the light of their headlamps. The thrill and excitement of running through the woods at night with all your senses heightened as the adrenaline pumps through your body is un-paralleled.

MACLAREN ART CENTRE: Enrich your childrens' days with art. Every child has the potential and needs the inspiration! Kids are never too young to learn art appreciation.

BARRIE FAIR: A true sign that Fall is coming! Let the Fall Fairs begin bring family and kids fun to towns all over north Ontario!

Browse BARRIE HOTELS

~BRACEBRIDGE~

SANTA'S VILLAGE: 2 Great Parks & 1 Great Campground - We've added a Bungee Trampoline and Spray Pad!Tour the village by miniature train or cruise the Muskoka River on Santa's Summer Sleigh Jet Boat. You can try Rudolph's Roller Coaster, the Ferris Wheel, and other amusement rides! Visit Santa Claus and then play at Elves Island or at our beach and splash-pad.

See BRACEBRIDGE ACCOMMODATIONS & ATTRACTIONS


~THE BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD~

COUNTRY MUSIC AND RODEO WEEKEND: at Blue Mountain Village. Dust off your boots and hat and get ready for a weekend of live country music and country groove dancing!

VILLAGE ACTIVITIES AT BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE: Scavenger hunts and other kids and family fun happening daily in Blue Mountain Village.

SUMMER ATTRACTION PARK BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT: Take the exciting Ridge Runner ride or visit the now-open summer attraction park that includes fun activities like Mountaintop Segway touring, Open-air gondola rides, Mini-putt, Climbing wall and more!

EXPLORE SCENIC CAVES: Nature, history and adventures for the whole family. Self-guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario’s longest Suspension Footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay and surrounding countryside. Gemstone Mining, train ride, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop.

Stay in COLLINGWOOD HOTELS

~ELMVALE~

ROUNDS RANCH: Exactly between Elmvale and Wasaga Beach is country western kids attraction fun and RR knows their stuff! Great toys to ride, a fun play structure with giant slide and zip line and to top it off, there are horse and pony rides.

Stay in WASAGA BEACH
Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~FORESTER FALLS~

RIVER RAFTING:  High family adventure here with river rafting and zip lining! Age and weight requirements in effect. 

~HALIBURTON~

SIR SAM'S SKI & BIKE:  Take out the bikes and have some outdoor adventure.

Browse HALIBURTON ATTRACTIONS & ACCOMMODATIONS

~IROQUIS~

DORAN BAY MODEL SHIP MUSEUM: Dad can also get his fill of maritime history here.

~MIDLAND | PENETANGUISHENE~

TALL SHIPS: On the weekend of August 24-25, the Midland-Penetanguishene area on Southern Georgian Bay welcomes the TALL SHIPS ® 1812 Tour with the arrival of a fleet of magnificent vessels to the area’ s War of 1812 heritage attraction, the Port of Midland, Port of Penetanguishene and Discovery Harbour.  This exciting weekend will be an outstanding celebration of marine heritage in the region.

HARBOUR FESTIVAL: Discover one of  Ontario's most beautiful waterfront's in the  Southern Georgian Bay region. Come to the Midland Harbour Festival and experience a fun filled weekend with exhibitors of one of a kind, unique art & crafts and antiques. 

GO CRUISING: Head out on a 2.5 hour Georgian Bay cruise. Saturday the Miss Midland is offering 3 cruises amongst the tall ships. The later 2 cruises include dinner and live music.

MIDLAND FARMERS' MARKET: Meet farmers and artisans and have a taste of Ontario! Sunday morning 9-1 across from the Midland town dock. 

DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND DOCKS: Check out the shops and docks in beautiful Midland! Walk about and strolling fun for kids and check out one of the largest outdoor mural collections in North America.

GUIDED CANOE OR KAYAK TOURS | GUIDED WALKS | REPTILE SHOW | BIRDS OF PREY SHOW: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Check their website for details and times. This weekend the Wye Marsh also offers a Wildflower Seed Workshop and a Make Your Own Wildseed Paper Workshop.

KING'S WHARF THEATRE: Take in dinner and show at the waterfront King's Wharf Theatre. Be sure to leave time for a stroll on the boardwalk! Or buy him tickets for a show later in the season.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sunday evenings in Little Lake Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music while the kids play at the park.

HURONIA FOOD TRAIL: You will find a list of the farmers, producers, restaurants, retailers and accommodations that have identified themselves as advocates of local taste and local products, within the towns of Midland and Penetanguishene & Townships of Tay and Tiny, Ontario through the Huronia Food Trail.

LEARN ABOUT ONTARIO'S HISTORY: Visit Sainte Marie among the Hurons or Discovery Harbour. 

Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~ORILLIA~

STREETS ALIVE LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART CELEBRATION: City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists!

Browse Orillia Accommodations & Attractions 

~PARRY SOUND~

GEORGIAN BAY AIRWAYS: Operating from May through October out of Parry Sound’s beautiful downtown waterfront in the Heart of the 30,000 Islands, Georgian Bay Airways Ltd. proudly offers a modern fleet of seaplanes to service your flying needs. Sightseeing Air Tours, Our Signature "Fly & Dine" to World Famous Henry's Fish Restaurant, Charters, and Flying Adventures are just a sample of the Georgian Bay Airways experience. Not into flying? Well at least come say hello and visit the ice cream parlour and coffee shop!   

Browse Parry Sound area Accommodations & Attractions

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Plan ahead for Labour Day with a list of events and getaways to choose from!

You can find more FAMILY ACTIVITIES and SUPER SUMMER GETAWAYS on our website! It's not too late to book a getaway or take advantage of someone else's last minute cancellation!

Have a fun and safe long weekend!
Did we miss posting an event? Please fill free to CONTACT US and let us know what's happening!

Follow us on FACEBOOK and TWITTER for updates and news.    

Building Summer Memories

by Toronto4Kids.com

We’re well into the Summer holiday, so if you and your family have been busily hitting all the sights and sounds of the city or you've travelled, make sure you take souvenirs along the way and record these family fun times for future enjoyment!

Here are a few ways you can help your kids create their own memories!

• Give them an expanding folder and have them label sections with dates to record special moments on paper. Then have them drop it in the pockets along with any other memorabilia such as pamphlets or postcards.

• Instead of buying expensive souvenirs, have them collect items that capture highlights of your trip: ticket stubs, menus, sea-shells, brochures, programs, etc.

• Make sure the kids have access to the family digital camera so they can also document the trip in imaginative ways. Things can be viewed differently through the eyes of a child. Have them 'snap' all the welcome signs along your trip or their 'feet' at every attraction you've visited!

Make a Summer Scrapbook

Whether your child went to camp, enjoyed a family vacation, or simply enjoyed what your neighbourhood had to offer, collecting and preserving Summer mementos will give your child a sense of time, perspective, and history. Assembling a scrapbook with your child will help you bond while sharing the experiences. Scrapbooking is now a popular hobby so you can find endless supplies.

Time Capsule

Making a time capsule can be an amusing project to do with kids. It`s also a greatway to preserve Summer memories. Start by choosing and decorating a container to use for the capsule. Your capsule has to be sturdy and air and water-tight.  Decide how long the capsule will be stored before the kids can open it again (a few years is recommended). Part of the fun is choosing the items to preserve! You can include small items such as photos, sea shells, attractions tickets, passes, letters, drawings, and so on. You can also include DVDs or tapes you have recorded during the Summer. Remember to post a reminder of where your capsule is hidden.

Want more ideas? To see the complete list of memory building activities visit,
http://www.toronto4kids.com/August-2013/Building-Summer-Memories.

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Family Fun Guide North of Toronto for August 16-18

Enjoy the best of summer while it lasts!

August is full of family and kids fun with festivals, celebrations and all around fun at attractions and activities in areas north of Toronto.

There is no shortage of excitement for your family before summer vacation is over. Check out our website for the BEST OF KIDS ATTRACTIONS and ACTIVITIES in areas north of Toronto.

We are also excited to announce our new Tall Ships Excursion Contest! This ultimate tall ships sailing voyage package includes 4 tickets aboard the Liana's Ransom on Penetanguishene Bay. Enter now, the contest only run until August 18. The Tall Ships Weekend Georgian Bay visits the Town of Midland, Discover Harbour and the Town of Penentanguishene August 23-25.

ENTER THE CONTEST HERE

KIDS AND FAMILY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKEND AHEAD BY AREA:
These events are within 1-3 hours north of Toronto and are reasonable when considering a day trip, or stay at any family friendly accommodation and extend the fun. These events would also be within proximity or close to many of Ontario's 'cottage country'.

~BARRIE~

CARIBFEST: An exciting weekend of Caribbean entertainment beside Kempenfelt Bay. Costume parade through Downtown Barrie. Over 100 food and craft vendors.

GO CRUISING:Take a beautiful ride on the Serendipity Princess on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay! 

HORSESHOE RESORT ADVENTURE PARK: Fun for the family with the Zip Lining and Treetop Trekking course; build your golf skills and challenge the family to a round of Mini Putt, or explore the Copeland Forest on Segway. Families can also have fun mountain biking on forest trails.

HARDWOOD SKI & BIKE: Hit the day trails, play disc golf or experience Moonlight Odyssey. The Moonlight Odyssey is a unique and fun challenge for trail runners of any ability level as they tackle the trails of Hardwood by the light of their headlamps. The thrill and excitement of running through the woods at night with all your senses heightened as the adrenaline pumps through your body is un-paralleled.

MACLAREN ART CENTRE: Enrich your childrens' days with art. Every child has the potential and needs the inspiration! Kids are never too young to learn art appreciation.

Browse BARRIE HOTELS

~BRACEBRIDGE~

SANTA'S VILLAGE: 2 Great Parks & 1 Great Campground - We've added a Bungee Trampoline and Spray Pad!Tour the village by miniature train or cruise the Muskoka River on Santa's Summer Sleigh Jet Boat. You can try Rudolph's Roller Coaster, the Ferris Wheel, and other amusement rides! Visit Santa Claus and then play at Elves Island or at our beach and splash-pad.

See BRACEBRIDGE ACCOMMODATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

~BRADFORD~

CARROTFEST: This street festival includes a vendors market, Children's Village, Pro Wrestling, Texas Holdem Poker Tourney, DockDogs Competition, Carrot Fast 5km run and much more!

Stay in BARRIE HOTELS
Stay in ALLISTON RESORTS 

Georgian Bay Visits Start This Weekend

~THE BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD~

TALL SHIPS CELEBRATION AT BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE: Celebrate the War of 1812 Bicentennial as the TALL SHIPS are in both Owen Sound, Collingwood and in Wasage Beach for the Friday “War of 1812 Experience”!

VILLAGE ACTIVITIES AT BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE: Scavenger hunts and other kids and family fun happening daily in Blue Mountain Village.

SUMMER ATTRACTION PARK BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT: Take the exciting Ridge Runner ride or visit the now-open summer attraction park that includes fun activities like Mountaintop Segway touring, Open-air gondola rides, Mini-putt, Climbing wall and more!

EXPLORE SCENIC CAVES: Nature, history and adventures for the whole family. Self-guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario’s longest Suspension Footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay and surrounding countryside. Gemstone Mining, train ride, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop.

The TALL SHIPS® 1812 Tour: presented by Redpath Sugar, will sail to 15 Ontario ports this summer to commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. This pan-­-provincial tour, produced in partnership with the TALL SHIPS CHALLENGE® Great Lakes 2013 series, will feature tall ships from
around the world. From June 14 to September 2, 2013, you can tour the decks of the majestic fleet of ships, participate in War of 1812 interactive experiences, enjoy live musical performances, kids programming and much more. This weekend the ships are in Collingwood and Owen Sound.

Stay in COLLINGWOOD HOTELS

~ELMVALE~

ROUNDS RANCH: Exactly between Elmvale and Wasaga Beach is country western kids attraction fun and RR knows their stuff! Great toys to ride, a fun play structure with giant slide and zip line and to top it off, there are horse and pony rides.

Stay in WASAGA BEACH
Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~FORESTER FALLS~

RIVER RAFTING:  High family adventure here with river rafting and zip lining! Age and weight requirements in effect. 

~HALIBURTON~

SIR SAM'S SKI & BIKE:  Take out the bikes and have some outdoor adventure.

Browse HALIBURTON ATTRACTIONS & ACCOMMODATIONS

~IROQUIS~

DORAN BAY MODEL SHIP MUSEUM: Dad can also get his fill of maritime history here.


~LINDSAY~


RIBFEST & CHILI COOK-OFF: Annual Ribfest and Chili Cook Off. Mouth watering ribs will be fired up on the grill all weekend long. Enjoy the great rides at the Midway, tour the wide variety of vendor booths, or grab a seat and enjoy some of the live music

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in the Kawarthas Lakes area (Peterborough and Lakefield area).

~MIDLAND | PENETANGUISHENE~

Midland Family Fun

TUGFEST: Annual family and kids friendly waterfront and downtown festival. A town dock and harbour filled with tugboats and be sure not to miss the parade of lights!

MIDLAND FARMERS' MARKET: Meet farmers and artisans and have a taste of Ontario! Sunday morning 9-1 across from the Midland town dock. 

DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND DOCKS: Check out the shops and docks in beautiful Midland! Walk about and strolling fun for kids and check out one of the largest outdoor mural collections in North America.

GUIDED CANOE OR KAYAK TOURS | GUIDED WALKS | REPTILE SHOW | BIRDS OF PREY SHOW: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Check their website for details and times. This weekend the Wye Marsh also offers a Wildflower Seed Workshop and a Make Your Own Wildseed Paper Workshop.

KING'S WHARF THEATRE: Take in dinner and show at the waterfront King's Wharf Theatre. Be sure to leave time for a stroll on the boardwalk! Or buy him tickets for a show later in the season.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sunday evenings in Little Lake Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music while the kids play at the park.

HURONIA FOOD TRAIL: You will find a list of the farmers, producers, restaurants, retailers and accommodations that have identified themselves as advocates of local taste and local products, within the towns of Midland and Penetanguishene & Townships of Tay and Tiny, Ontario through the Huronia Food Trail.

LEARN ABOUT ONTARIO'S HISTORY: Visit Sainte Marie among the Hurons or Discovery Harbour. 

Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~ORILLIA~

STREETS ALIVE LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART CELEBRATION: City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists!


WASHAGO MUSIC FESTIVAL: Fun for the whole family! Lots of great music from noon til' midnite! A party by the Lake in Washago... it'll be one of your best days of the summer.

Browse Orillia Accommodations & Attractions

~PARRY SOUND~

GEORGIAN BAY AIRWAYS: Operating from May through October out of Parry Sound’s beautiful downtown waterfront in the Heart of the 30,000 Islands, Georgian Bay Airways Ltd. proudly offers a modern fleet of seaplanes to service your flying needs. Sightseeing Air Tours, Our Signature "Fly & Dine" to World Famous Henry's Fish Restaurant, Charters, and Flying Adventures are just a sample of the Georgian Bay Airways experience. Not into flying? Well at least come say hello and visit the ice cream parlour and coffee shop!   

Browse Parry Sound area Accommodations & Attractions

~WASAGA BEACH~

History Comes Alive

WASAGA UNDER SIEGE: Wasaga Under Siege is a family friendly festival celebrating our rich Canadian heritage. Bring your family to watch this historical re-enactment that is interesting and that your kids will definitely think is pretty cool (despite the history lesson)! 


Stay in WASAGA BEACH


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You can find more FAMILY ACTIVITIES and SUPER SUMMER GETAWAYS on our website! It's not too late to book a getaway or take advantage of someone else's last minute cancellation!

Have a fun and safe long weekend!
Did we miss posting an event? Please fill free to CONTACT US and let us know what's happening!

Follow us on FACEBOOK and TWITTER for updates and news.   

Family Fun Guide North of Toronto for August 9-11

The pressure is on to make the best of the few weekends left before Labour Day and the end of summer vacation. Fear not, there's no reason to feel any pressure, August promises even more delightful festivals, celebrations and family fun.

Areas north of Toronto are home to some of the best family attractions in Ontario. Attractions are not only fun, but some can offer a little edu-tainment outside of the regular classroom. But shh! Don't tell the kids!

As a parent I've been out and about myself and know that lots of families are on the move this summer! The weather has been pretty good, not too humid and not too much rain, for pretty much any activity a kid can do!

KIDS AND FAMILY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKEND AHEAD BY AREA:
These events are within 1-3 hours north of Toronto and are reasonable when considering a day trip, or stay at any family friendly accommodation and extend the fun. These events would also be within proximity or close to many of Ontario's 'cottage country'.

~BALM BEACH~

SUMMERAMA: Check out the classic car show on Friday night and come back Saturday for family fun events and activities.

Browse MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~BARRIE~

GO CRUISING:Take a beautiful ride on the Serendipity Princess on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay! 

HORSESHOE RESORT ADVENTURE PARK: Fun for the family with the Zip Lining and Treetop Trekking course; build your golf skills and challenge the family to a round of Mini Putt, or explore the Copeland Forest on Segway. Families can also have fun mountain biking on forest trails.

HARDWOOD SKI & BIKE: Hit the day trails, play disc golf or experience Moonlight Odyssey. The Moonlight Odyssey is a unique and fun challenge for trail runners of any ability level as they tackle the trails of Hardwood by the light of their headlamps. The thrill and excitement of running through the woods at night with all your senses heightened as the adrenaline pumps through your body is un-paralleled.

MACLAREN ART CENTRE: Enrich your childrens' days with art. Every child has the potential and needs the inspiration! Kids are never too young to learn art appreciation.

RHYTHMFEST: Rhythmfest has an impressive roster of performers, vendors, and artisans throughout the day and evening at Heritage Park in Downtown Barrie. It introduces an international mix of musicians, dancers and culinary delights.

Browse BARRIE HOTELS

~BRACEBRIDGE~

SANTA'S VILLAGE: 2 Great Parks & 1 Great Campground - We've added a Bungee Trampoline and Spray Pad!Tour the village by miniature train or cruise the Muskoka River on Santa's Summer Sleigh Jet Boat. You can try Rudolph's Roller Coaster, the Ferris Wheel, and other amusement rides! Visit Santa Claus and then play at Elves Island or at our beach and splash-pad.

SUMMER SUP SPLASH RACE SERIES: Come watch this exciting new water sport race series and see what all the fun is about!

See BRACEBRIDGE ACCOMMODATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

~THE BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD~

WILD WONDERS AT BLUE: Super Edutainment! Families will love the unique hands on science education experiences with the "Science North Cool Science Caravan". The Great Canadian Raptor Conservancy will be hosting their "Birds of Prey Show" featuring demonstrations and educational commentary on free-flight birds. Also check out Reptile Rob and his collection of reptiles in this entertaining, engaging and informative educational show!

VILLAGE ACTIVITIES AT BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE: Scavenger hunts and other kids and family fun happening daily in Blue Mountain Village.

SUMMER ATTRACTION PARK BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT: Take the exciting Ridge Runner ride or visit the now-open summer attraction park that includes fun activities like Mountaintop Segway touring, Open-air gondola rides, Mini-putt, Climbing wall and more!

EXPLORE SCENIC CAVES: Nature, history and adventures for the whole family. Self-guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario’s longest Suspension Footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay and surrounding countryside. Gemstone Mining, train ride, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop.

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~COLDWATER~

STEAMPUNK ART & FAMILY FUN DAY: Featuring Birds of Prey, Sir. Allens Knights, A Mad Hatter's Tea Party, Fashion Promenade, Rat Rods, Crafter's Markets, Artist's Garden, Silent Films, DIY Crafts for Kids, Scavenger Hunt, Portrait Booth. Events take place @ CCHM (Coldwater Canadiana Heritage Museum) and the Village Green.

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~ELMVALE~

ROUNDS RANCH: Exactly between Elmvale and Wasaga Beach is country western kids attraction fun and RR knows their stuff! Great toys to ride, a fun play structure with giant slide and zip line and to top it off, there are horse and pony rides.

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~FORESTER FALLS~

RIVER RAFTING:  High family adventure here with river rafting and zip lining! Age and weight requirements in effect. 

~HALIBURTON~

SIR SAM'S SKI & BIKE:  Take out the bikes and have some outdoor adventure.

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~IROQUIS~

DORAN BAY MODEL SHIP MUSEUM: Dad can also get his fill of maritime history here.

~MIDLAND | PENETANGUISHENE~

MIDLAND FARMERS' MARKET: Meet farmers and artisans and have a taste of Ontario! Sunday morning 9-1 across from the Midland town dock. 

DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND DOCKS: Check out the shops and docks in beautiful Midland! Walk about and strolling fun for kids and check out one of the largest outdoor mural collections in North America.

GUIDED CANOE OR KAYAK TOURS | GUIDED WALKS | REPTILE SHOW | BIRDS OF PREY SHOW: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Check their website for details and times.

KING'S WHARF THEATRE: Take in dinner and show at the waterfront King's Wharf Theatre. Be sure to leave time for a stroll on the boardwalk! Or buy him tickets for a show later in the season.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sunday evenings in Little Lake Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music while the kids play at the park.

HURONIA FOOD TRAIL: You will find a list of the farmers, producers, restaurants, retailers and accommodations that have identified themselves as advocates of local taste and local products, within the towns of Midland and Penetanguishene & Townships of Tay and Tiny, Ontario through the Huronia Food Trail.

LEARN ABOUT ONTARIO'S HISTORY: Visit Sainte Marie among the Hurons or Discovery Harbour. 

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~ORILLIA~

STREETS ALIVE LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART CELEBRATION: City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists!

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~PARRY SOUND~

GEORGIAN BAY AIRWAYS: Operating from May through October out of Parry Sound’s beautiful downtown waterfront in the Heart of the 30,000 Islands, Georgian Bay Airways Ltd. proudly offers a modern fleet of seaplanes to service your flying needs. Sightseeing Air Tours, Our Signature "Fly & Dine" to World Famous Henry's Fish Restaurant, Charters, and Flying Adventures are just a sample of the Georgian Bay Airways experience. Not into flying? Well at least come say hello and visit the ice cream parlour and coffee shop!   

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~SAUBLE BEACH~

SANDFEST: Sandfest is Sauble Beach's annual summer party! Join us August 8 to 11, 2013 for a premier family weekend.

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You can find more FAMILY ACTIVITIES and SUPER SUMMER GETAWAYS on our website! It's not too late to book a getaway or take advantage of someone else's last minute cancellation!

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