Holiday Break Events 2019

Holiday Break Events 2019

Seasons greetings everyone!

I have compiled a list of events happening over the holidays. Don’t forget to look up schedules for your local libraries and museums for free and cheap events.

I wish you all a safe, happy, and healthy new year!



**SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21,  2019**

*Toys Demo And Play Event (All Over Ontario) (FREE)
10am-4pm
Toys R Us Stores
All Over Ontario

Play, test and demo these super cool toys from our carefully selected Top 40 Toys of the season!

• Myla the Magical Unicorn
• Hot Wheels Super 6-Lane Raceway
• Orb Slimy Unicorn Icecreamz
• Cool Maker Go Glam Nail Stamper
• Might Twins 2-in-1 Power Split Vehicle*Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
• L.O.L. 2-in-1 Glamper
• Wonder Builders Around Town Starter Kit
• Barbie Dreamtopia Magical Lights Unicorn and Doll
• Big Bow Surprise Rainbowcorn
• Boppi the Booty Shakin’ Llama

https://www.toysrus.ca/en/about-events/about-events.html

*Santa’s Workshop (Vaughan) (FREE)
Bass Pro Shops
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Dr
Vaughan, ON

Free Crafts Each Day:
11/17-11/24: Merry Christmas Sign
11/25-12/1: Standing Reindeer
12/2-12/8: Felt Snowman
12/9-12/15: Color a Drawstring Bag
12/16-12/22: Decorate a Cookie Platter
12/23- 12/24: Decorate a Cookie

More information can be found online.

https://stores.basspro.com/ca/on/vaughan/1-bass-pro-mills-dr.html

*Hispanic Christmas Celebration (Richmond Hill)
1pm-4pm
Rouge Woods Community Centre
110 Shirley Drive
Richmond Hill, ON

SAVE THE DATE for the first-ever Hispanic Christmas Celebration in Richmond Hill. There will be food, music plus lots of surprises and giveaways! This is a family event. Pre-registration is required by email sntrivino@yahoo.ca

*Live Nativity Pageant (Newmarket)
7pm-7:30pm or 8pm-8:30pm
Fairy Lake Park
520 Water Street
Newmarket, ON

The annual Live Nativity Pageant takes place at Fairy Lake Park presented by the Town of Newmarket and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. A Journey to Bethlehem features a live cast with real animals representing the nativity scene and birth of Jesus Christ as told in the New Testament. Dress warmly as the Pageant takes place outside.
Shows are scheduled at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. on both evenings and are approximately 15-20 minutes in length.

https://www.newmarket.ca/nativitypageant

*Guided Hikes (Scarborough) (FREE)
Rouge National Urban Park – Parks Canada
Meadowvale Road
Scarborough, ON

Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people!
Various dates. See website for schedule.

https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/rouge/activ/guide/201912-decembre-december#1

*Evergreen’s Winter Village (Toronto) (FREE)
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Ave.
Toronto, ON

Celebrate the holidays in a reimagined historic brick factory at Evergreen Brick Works.
Skate on the picturesque outdoor skating rink, shop local craft goods at the Holiday Market, listen to live music and end your stay with tasty and toasty eats and drinks.
Evergreen’s Winter Village is free to attend, open every weekend from November 30 to December 22, 2019.

https://www.evergreen.ca/whats-on/event/evergreen-winter-village/

*Christmas Market (Toronto)
Distillery District
55 Mill Street
Toronto, ON

The magic of the Christmas season returns to Toronto, November 14 to December 22, with the 10th annual Toronto Christmas Market at the Distillery Historic District. Ranked one of the best Christmas Markets in the world, the festival features hundreds of unique and locally handcrafted products, stunning light canopies, family friendly entertainment, heated mulled wine, beer and hospitality gardens, and Santa and the elves, all in an atmosphere so romantic you can’t help but fall in love with the holiday season all over again. Rediscover the magic of Christmas.
Admission is free of charge on weekdays until Friday at 5pm. There is admission on weekends; check website for tickets on weekends.
Children under 2 are free.

Although the Toronto Christmas Market is not active on Mondays, the shops and restaurants of the Distillery Historic District are open 7 days a week.
The Toronto Christmas Market is open Thursday November 14th to Sunday December 22nd, 2019.
Cost:$8-$30

http://www.torontochristmasmarket.com/

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Bata Shoe Museum Family Weekends (Toronto)
Bata Shoe Museum
327 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON

Wondering what to do with the kids during winter break? Walk on down to Toronto’s favourite shoebox in December for some shoe-inspired fun. On December 15, kids can make a special holiday craft to take home, try on some fabulous footwear and play ISpy in the galleries. Keeping the kids busy during the break is easy at the BSM! Enjoy drop-in activities every day from December 21 – January 5 (closed only on Christmas day). If you’re looking to complete your holiday shopping, drop by the BSM shop for a special gift inspired by our collection and exhibitions. Filled with a wonderful selection of thoughtfully chosen items, you’ll certainly find something that’s just perfect!
And don’t forget, PayWhatYouCan is every Thursday between 5-8 pm – see you here!
Cost is Free with admission

http://batashoemuseum.ca

*Withrow’s Winter Market (Toronto)
10am-4pm
Crow’s Theatre
345 Carlaw Avenue
Toronto, ON

Our pop-up Winter Market is back for its 3rd season! Locally handcrafted goods, artisanal foods & local farmers: the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts and delicious holiday treats! Plus free face painting and children’s crafts!

Free admission for everyone! Crow’s Theatre is a wheelchair accessible space. Stroller friendly!
Hosted by the Withrow Park Farmers’ Market and supported by Meridian Credit Union at Danforth & Logan.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1920079521427726

*Santa & Mrs. Claus in the Market (Hamilton) (FREE)
10am-3pm
Hamilton Farmers’ Market
35 York Blvd
Hamilton, ON

For the second year running, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be making an appearance at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market!
This year there will be a workshop set up in the lower level of the Market specifically designated for Santa & Mrs. Claus. Santa’s workshop in the Market will be the perfect backdrop for parents to get a picture of their kids with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Market will be offering FREE photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus.
During your visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus kids will receive a Market coloring page, a treat from Santa and will get the opportunity to chat with and interact with Santa & Mrs. Claus.

www.hamiltonfarmersmarket.ca/santa-mrs-claus-in-the-market/

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

*Celebrate First Day Of Winter Skate (Keswick) (FREE)
1:15pm-2:30pm
Georgina Ice Palace
90 Wexford Drive, Keswick
Keswick, ON

The countdown to Christmas begins with the first day of Winter! Come for the skate in a sensory friendly (no music) environment.
– Admission: Free
– Doors: 1:00 p.m.
– Skate: 1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
– Special guests will be collecting letters for Santa
– Hot chocolate will be served
Entry
– Green Pad

https://www.facebook.com/events/2112455209063694/

 



**SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2019**

*Toys Demo And Play Event (All Over Ontario) (FREE)
10am-4pm
Toys R Us Stores
All Over Ontario

Play, test and demo these super cool toys from our carefully selected Top 40 Toys of the season!

• Myla the Magical Unicorn
• Hot Wheels Super 6-Lane Raceway
• Orb Slimy Unicorn Icecreamz
• Cool Maker Go Glam Nail Stamper
• Might Twins 2-in-1 Power Split Vehicle*Exclusive to Toys”R”Us
• L.O.L. 2-in-1 Glamper
• Wonder Builders Around Town Starter Kit
• Barbie Dreamtopia Magical Lights Unicorn and Doll
• Big Bow Surprise Rainbowcorn
• Boppi the Booty Shakin’ Llama

https://www.toysrus.ca/en/about-events/about-events.html

*Santa’s Workshop (Vaughan) (FREE)
Bass Pro Shops
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Dr
Vaughan, ON

Free Crafts Each Day:
11/17-11/24: Merry Christmas Sign
11/25-12/1: Standing Reindeer
12/2-12/8: Felt Snowman
12/9-12/15: Color a Drawstring Bag
12/16-12/22: Decorate a Cookie Platter
12/23- 12/24: Decorate a Cookie

More information can be found online.

https://stores.basspro.com/ca/on/vaughan/1-bass-pro-mills-dr.html

*Menorah Lighting Ceremony (Aurora)
4pm-6pm
Aurora Town Hall
100 John West Way
Aurora, ON

The Town of Aurora in partnership with Chabad Aurora will host this year’s Aurora’s Menorah Lighting Ceremony at the Aurora Town Hall on Sunday, December 22 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Join in the festivities which include live music, the lighting of the menorah, traditional celebratory foods and children’s crafts.
This is one of the 15,000 public menorah lighting ceremonies worldwide that will be held this year.

http://www.aurora.ca/menorahceremony

*Live Nativity Pageant (Newmarket)
7pm-7:30pm or 8pm-8:30pm
Fairy Lake Park
520 Water Street
Newmarket, ON

The annual Live Nativity Pageant takes place at Fairy Lake Park presented by the Town of Newmarket and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. A Journey to Bethlehem features a live cast with real animals representing the nativity scene and birth of Jesus Christ as told in the New Testament. Dress warmly as the Pageant takes place outside.
Shows are scheduled at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. on both evenings and are approximately 15-20 minutes in length.

https://www.newmarket.ca/nativitypageant

*Guided Hikes (Scarborough) (FREE)
Rouge National Urban Park – Parks Canada
Meadowvale Road
Scarborough, ON

Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people!
Various dates. See website for schedule.

https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/rouge/activ/guide/201912-decembre-december#1

*Withrow’s Winter Market (Toronto)
10am-4pm
Crow’s Theatre
345 Carlaw Avenue
Toronto, ON

Our pop-up Winter Market is back for its 3rd season! Locally handcrafted goods, artisanal foods & local farmers: the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts and delicious holiday treats! Plus free face painting and children’s crafts!

Free admission for everyone! Crow’s Theatre is a wheelchair accessible space. Stroller friendly!
Hosted by the Withrow Park Farmers’ Market and supported by Meridian Credit Union at Danforth & Logan.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1920079521427726

*Evergreen’s Winter Village (Toronto) (FREE)
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Ave.
Toronto, ON

Celebrate the holidays in a reimagined historic brick factory at Evergreen Brick Works.
Skate on the picturesque outdoor skating rink, shop local craft goods at the Holiday Market, listen to live music and end your stay with tasty and toasty eats and drinks.
Evergreen’s Winter Village is free to attend, open every weekend from November 30 to December 22, 2019.

https://www.evergreen.ca/whats-on/event/evergreen-winter-village/

*Christmas Market (Toronto)
Distillery District
55 Mill Street
Toronto, ON

The magic of the Christmas season returns to Toronto, November 14 to December 22, with the 10th annual Toronto Christmas Market at the Distillery Historic District. Ranked one of the best Christmas Markets in the world, the festival features hundreds of unique and locally handcrafted products, stunning light canopies, family friendly entertainment, heated mulled wine, beer and hospitality gardens, and Santa and the elves, all in an atmosphere so romantic you can’t help but fall in love with the holiday season all over again. Rediscover the magic of Christmas.
Admission is free of charge on weekdays until Friday at 5pm. There is admission on weekends; check website for tickets on weekends.
Children under 2 are free.

Although the Toronto Christmas Market is not active on Mondays, the shops and restaurants of the Distillery Historic District are open 7 days a week.
The Toronto Christmas Market is open Thursday November 14th to Sunday December 22nd, 2019.
Cost:$8-$30

http://www.torontochristmasmarket.com/

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Bata Shoe Museum Family Weekends (Toronto)
Bata Shoe Museum
327 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON

Wondering what to do with the kids during winter break? Walk on down to Toronto’s favourite shoebox in December for some shoe-inspired fun. On December 15, kids can make a special holiday craft to take home, try on some fabulous footwear and play ISpy in the galleries. Keeping the kids busy during the break is easy at the BSM! Enjoy drop-in activities every day from December 21 – January 5 (closed only on Christmas day). If you’re looking to complete your holiday shopping, drop by the BSM shop for a special gift inspired by our collection and exhibitions. Filled with a wonderful selection of thoughtfully chosen items, you’ll certainly find something that’s just perfect!
And don’t forget, PayWhatYouCan is every Thursday between 5-8 pm – see you here!
Cost is Free with admission

http://batashoemuseum.ca

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

 



**MONDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2018**

*Menorah Lighting Ceremony (Vaughan)
3:30pm
Vaughan City Hall
2141 Major Mackenzie Dr W
Vaughan, ON

Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council invite you to the City of Vaughan Menorah Lighting Ceremony in celebration of Chanukah with music, free family-friendly activities and treats. Ceremony begins at 4:00pm.

http://www.vaughan.ca/events/festive_celebrations/Pages/default.aspx

*Santa’s Workshop (Vaughan) (FREE)
Bass Pro Shops
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Dr
Vaughan, ON

Free Crafts Each Day:
11/17-11/24: Merry Christmas Sign
11/25-12/1: Standing Reindeer
12/2-12/8: Felt Snowman
12/9-12/15: Color a Drawstring Bag
12/16-12/22: Decorate a Cookie Platter
12/23- 12/24: Decorate a Cookie

More information can be found online.

https://stores.basspro.com/ca/on/vaughan/1-bass-pro-mills-dr.html

*Davisville Chanukah Celebration (Toronto)
5:30pm-6:30pm
Yonge & Davisville
Toronto, ON

Chabad Lubavitch on the East Side, the Midtown Yonge BIA and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) invite you to join them for a festive Chanukah Menorah Lighting in front of the Davisville subway station! (Yonge & Davisville South-West corner).
Enjoy
▪ live Chanukah music with The Horah Machine band
▪ hot soup
▪ fresh Latkes
▪ delicious doughnuts
Meet the Dreidel Man, and get your own 3D Dreidel glasses!
Come out and celebrate this special holiday with your community!

https://www.chabadontheeastside.com

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

 

 

 



**TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2018**

*Santa’s Workshop (Vaughan) (FREE)
Bass Pro Shops
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Dr
Vaughan, ON

Free Crafts Each Day:
11/17-11/24: Merry Christmas Sign
11/25-12/1: Standing Reindeer
12/2-12/8: Felt Snowman
12/9-12/15: Color a Drawstring Bag
12/16-12/22: Decorate a Cookie Platter
12/23- 12/24: Decorate a Cookie

More information can be found online.

https://stores.basspro.com/ca/on/vaughan/1-bass-pro-mills-dr.html

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020



**WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2018**

*Tunnel Of Glam
https://www.tunnelofglam.com

*Pacific Mall
https://www.pacificmalltoronto.ca

*Legoland Discovery Centre
https://toronto.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca
Get your LEGOLAND COUPON HERE

*Movie Theatres

*Riverdale Farm
https://www.toronto.ca/data/parks/prd/facilities/complex/345/index.html

*Ripley’s Aquarium
https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada

*Allen Garden Conservatory Christmas Flower Show
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-gardens-beaches/gardens-and-horticulture/conservatories/allan-gardens-conservatory/

*Burlington Festival Of Lights
https://burlingtonfestivaloflights.com/

 



**THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2018**

*Community Skate (Toronto) (FREE)
11am-1pm
Mattamy Athletic Centre
50 Carlton St.
Toronto, ON

Are you looking for a fun and free event to bring your family and friends to over the holidays?
Join us at the Mattamy Athletic Centre for a mid-day skate at the historic Maple Leaf Gardens!

https://www.blogto.com/events/free-skate-toronto/?fbclid=IwAR2XDs8pLITFfg6keIEqDlG4evE0l6T6k4scQ_GUHvVGCI2HX464pOIXtNo

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

 

 



**FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2018**

*Winter Wonderland (Newmarket)
6pm-9pm
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons
200 Doug Duncan Drive
Newmarket, ON

Winter Wonderland is the most beautiful light display in Newmarket hosted for a month during December and January. Enjoy the light display and free outdoor skating on the Tim Hortons Skating and Water Feature.
Join on every Friday for our Frozen Friday’s. Each week enjoy free skating on the Tim Horton’s Skating and Water Feature, free rides on the Tim Horton’s Express Train, DJ music, Free hot chocolate

https://www.newmarket.ca/winterwonderland

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Gingerbread Make and Bake (Toronto)
11am-11:45am or 2pm-2:45pm
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Blvd
Toronto, ON

In this hands-on workshop, kids ages 4 and up will use period cooking utensils and tools to sift flour, crush cinnamon, cloves or allspice, pound sugar and grate nutmeg and ginger as they prepare an 1800’s gingerbread recipe in the Fort’s historic kitchen. Samples can be taken home – if they last that long! Sign up for a morning or an afternoon workshop in the Museum Store when you arrive. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday Craft and Workshop programming. Fort York, a 43-acre national historic site located in the heart of downtown Toronto, is a registered archaeological site, and home to Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings.
Ends December 31

Cost: $5.30 – $12.40
Child: $5.30 | Adult: $12.40 | Youth: $7.10 | Senior: $8.85
(plus HST). This event is free with general admission.

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-11-16T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-11-16T04%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=false&locations.locationName=&view=fecList&id=n1NEn36rtF20q1NUeA5KEQ&oindex=

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Take a step back in time to the year 1900 and experience the Christmas season like never before.

Hands-on crafts where you will get to see and use historic tools and techniques to create your own take home souvenirs
Traditional games and activities designed for all age groups
Tours of the elegantly decorated Spruce Lane Farmhouse
Seasonal stories and songs in the parlor, learn about the holiday traditions of the Victorian era
Enjoy freshly baked holiday treats and cider
Farm animals

Cost
Tickets : included in your daily vehicle admission rate.
Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00
Senior Permit (65+): $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit): $9.00

http://www.brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/christmas-1.html

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

 



**SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2018**

*Gingerbread Make and Bake (Toronto)
11am-11:45am or 2pm-2:45pm
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Blvd
Toronto, ON

In this hands-on workshop, kids ages 4 and up will use period cooking utensils and tools to sift flour, crush cinnamon, cloves or allspice, pound sugar and grate nutmeg and ginger as they prepare an 1800’s gingerbread recipe in the Fort’s historic kitchen. Samples can be taken home – if they last that long! Sign up for a morning or an afternoon workshop in the Museum Store when you arrive. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday Craft and Workshop programming. Fort York, a 43-acre national historic site located in the heart of downtown Toronto, is a registered archaeological site, and home to Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings.
Ends December 31

Cost: $5.30 – $12.40
Child: $5.30 | Adult: $12.40 | Youth: $7.10 | Senior: $8.85
(plus HST). This event is free with general admission.

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-11-16T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-11-16T04%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=false&locations.locationName=&view=fecList&id=n1NEn36rtF20q1NUeA5KEQ&oindex=

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Take a step back in time to the year 1900 and experience the Christmas season like never before.

Hands-on crafts where you will get to see and use historic tools and techniques to create your own take home souvenirs
Traditional games and activities designed for all age groups
Tours of the elegantly decorated Spruce Lane Farmhouse
Seasonal stories and songs in the parlor, learn about the holiday traditions of the Victorian era
Enjoy freshly baked holiday treats and cider
Farm animals

Cost
Tickets : included in your daily vehicle admission rate.
Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00
Senior Permit (65+): $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit): $9.00

http://www.brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/christmas-1.html

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020



**SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2018**

*Holiday Bricktacular (Vaughan)
Legoland Discovery Centre
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive
Vaughan, ON

Join the holly jolly fun as we transform into a winter wonderland with magical builds and activities!

Event highlights:
Build your own LEGO ornament: help us decorate the attraction by building your very own LEGO ornament that we can add to our festive décor! From 12-4PM on select dates.
Elves Extravaganza: Build your LEGO sleigh and make your way to the North Pole!
Visit the Elves Workshop: check out our Master Builder Academy and take part in the holiday builds!
Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Santa and his reindeer lost some presents on their delivery route in MINILAND. Can you help them find them?
Write a Letter to our Master Model Builder: if LEGO is on your wish list who better to ask than the Master Model Builder?! Our Master Model Builder will send your letter to the North Pole and pick 5 lucky winners to win a LEGO set!
MINILAND takeover: a festive winter wonderland!
New Year Balloon Drop: is staying-up until midnight too late for your budding builders? Join us on the last day of Bricktacular for a balloon drop at noon to ring in the New Year!
… AND much more!
Get your LEGOLAND COUPON HERE

https://toronto.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/whats-inside/events/bricktacular/

*Menorah Lighting Ceremony (Vaughan)
3:30pm-5pm
Garnet A. Williams Community Centre
501 Clark Avenue West
Vaughan, ON

Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council invite you to the City of Vaughan Menorah Lighting Ceremony in celebration of Chanukah with music, free family-friendly activities and treats. Ceremony begins at 4:00pm.

http://www.vaughan.ca/events/festive_celebrations/Pages/default.aspx

*Gingerbread Make and Bake (Toronto)
11am-11:45am or 2pm-2:45pm
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Blvd
Toronto, ON

In this hands-on workshop, kids ages 4 and up will use period cooking utensils and tools to sift flour, crush cinnamon, cloves or allspice, pound sugar and grate nutmeg and ginger as they prepare an 1800’s gingerbread recipe in the Fort’s historic kitchen. Samples can be taken home – if they last that long! Sign up for a morning or an afternoon workshop in the Museum Store when you arrive. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday Craft and Workshop programming. Fort York, a 43-acre national historic site located in the heart of downtown Toronto, is a registered archaeological site, and home to Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings.
Ends December 31

Cost: $5.30 – $12.40
Child: $5.30 | Adult: $12.40 | Youth: $7.10 | Senior: $8.85
(plus HST). This event is free with general admission.

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-11-16T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-11-16T04%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=false&locations.locationName=&view=fecList&id=n1NEn36rtF20q1NUeA5KEQ&oindex=

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020



**MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2018**

*Holiday Bricktacular (Vaughan)
Legoland Discovery Centre
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive
Vaughan, ON

Join the holly jolly fun as we transform into a winter wonderland with magical builds and activities!

Event highlights:
Build your own LEGO ornament: help us decorate the attraction by building your very own LEGO ornament that we can add to our festive décor! From 12-4PM on select dates.
Elves Extravaganza: Build your LEGO sleigh and make your way to the North Pole!
Visit the Elves Workshop: check out our Master Builder Academy and take part in the holiday builds!
Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Santa and his reindeer lost some presents on their delivery route in MINILAND. Can you help them find them?
Write a Letter to our Master Model Builder: if LEGO is on your wish list who better to ask than the Master Model Builder?! Our Master Model Builder will send your letter to the North Pole and pick 5 lucky winners to win a LEGO set!
MINILAND takeover: a festive winter wonderland!
New Year Balloon Drop: is staying-up until midnight too late for your budding builders? Join us on the last day of Bricktacular for a balloon drop at noon to ring in the New Year!
… AND much more!
Get your LEGOLAND COUPON HERE

https://toronto.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/whats-inside/events/bricktacular/

*Gingerbread Make and Bake (Toronto)
11am-11:45am or 2pm-2:45pm
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Blvd
Toronto, ON

In this hands-on workshop, kids ages 4 and up will use period cooking utensils and tools to sift flour, crush cinnamon, cloves or allspice, pound sugar and grate nutmeg and ginger as they prepare an 1800’s gingerbread recipe in the Fort’s historic kitchen. Samples can be taken home – if they last that long! Sign up for a morning or an afternoon workshop in the Museum Store when you arrive. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday Craft and Workshop programming. Fort York, a 43-acre national historic site located in the heart of downtown Toronto, is a registered archaeological site, and home to Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings.
Ends December 31

Cost: $5.30 – $12.40
Child: $5.30 | Adult: $12.40 | Youth: $7.10 | Senior: $8.85
(plus HST). This event is free with general admission.

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-11-16T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-11-16T04%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=false&locations.locationName=&view=fecList&id=n1NEn36rtF20q1NUeA5KEQ&oindex=

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Take a step back in time to the year 1900 and experience the Christmas season like never before.

Hands-on crafts where you will get to see and use historic tools and techniques to create your own take home souvenirs
Traditional games and activities designed for all age groups
Tours of the elegantly decorated Spruce Lane Farmhouse
Seasonal stories and songs in the parlor, learn about the holiday traditions of the Victorian era
Enjoy freshly baked holiday treats and cider
Farm animals

Cost
Tickets : included in your daily vehicle admission rate.
Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00
Senior Permit (65+): $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit): $9.00

http://www.brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/christmas-1.html

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020



**TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2019**

*Holiday Bricktacular (Vaughan)
Legoland Discovery Centre
Vaughan Mills Mall
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive
Vaughan, ON

Join the holly jolly fun as we transform into a winter wonderland with magical builds and activities!

Event highlights:
Build your own LEGO ornament: help us decorate the attraction by building your very own LEGO ornament that we can add to our festive décor! From 12-4PM on select dates.
Elves Extravaganza: Build your LEGO sleigh and make your way to the North Pole!
Visit the Elves Workshop: check out our Master Builder Academy and take part in the holiday builds!
Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Santa and his reindeer lost some presents on their delivery route in MINILAND. Can you help them find them?
Write a Letter to our Master Model Builder: if LEGO is on your wish list who better to ask than the Master Model Builder?! Our Master Model Builder will send your letter to the North Pole and pick 5 lucky winners to win a LEGO set!
MINILAND takeover: a festive winter wonderland!
New Year Balloon Drop: is staying-up until midnight too late for your budding builders? Join us on the last day of Bricktacular for a balloon drop at noon to ring in the New Year!
… AND much more!
Get your LEGOLAND COUPON HERE

https://toronto.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/whats-inside/events/bricktacular/

*First Night (Richmond Hill) (Free Admission)
6pm-9pm
Richmond Green Sports Centre and Tom Graham Arena
1300 Elgin Mills Road East
Richmond Hill, ON

Richmond Hill’s First Night celebration is a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party. Skip the late night events and bring your family to our event filled with activities and entertainment.
6 – 9 p.m. (Fireworks and Countdown at 9 p.m.)

Admission is free. Fees may apply to some activities, vendors and exhibitors.

https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/things-to-do/first-night.aspx

*Family First Night (Aurora)
6pm-9pm
Aurora Family Leisure Complex
135 Industrial Parkway North
Aurora, ON

Ring in the New Year at Family First Night, presented by Healthy Planet, on Tuesday, December 31 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, located at 135 Industrial Parkway North.
​Celebrate the New Year with family and friends!

• All Activities are Free •
Skating and Swimming
Reptile Shows with Zootek: 6 p.m. | 7 p.m. | 8 p.m.
Magic shows: 6:30 p.m. | 7:45 p.m.
Children’s activities including:
crafts • face painting • inflatables • rock climbing wall
Food donations for the Aurora Food Pantry are appreciated.

https://www.aurora.ca/Thingstodo/Pages/Special%20Events/Family-First-Night.aspx

*Family First Night (Bradford) (FREE)
6pm-9pm
BWG Leisure Centre
471 West Park Avenue
Bradford, ON

Join us for the 8th Annual Family First Night presented by Tim Hortons. A family friendly evening of free activities at the BWG Leisure Centre.
This free event includes leisure swimming, leisure skating, inflatable obstacle courses and games, stage shows, strolling entertainment, a photo booth, live music and more! The evening will end with live music and hot chocolate outdoors, a countdown and fireworks display at 9:00pm.

https://www.townofbwg.com/familyfirstnight

*Gingerbread Make and Bake (Toronto)
11am-11:45am or 2pm-2:45pm
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Blvd
Toronto, ON

In this hands-on workshop, kids ages 4 and up will use period cooking utensils and tools to sift flour, crush cinnamon, cloves or allspice, pound sugar and grate nutmeg and ginger as they prepare an 1800’s gingerbread recipe in the Fort’s historic kitchen. Samples can be taken home – if they last that long! Sign up for a morning or an afternoon workshop in the Museum Store when you arrive. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday Craft and Workshop programming. Fort York, a 43-acre national historic site located in the heart of downtown Toronto, is a registered archaeological site, and home to Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings.
Ends December 31

Cost: $5.30 – $12.40
Child: $5.30 | Adult: $12.40 | Youth: $7.10 | Senior: $8.85
(plus HST). This event is free with general admission.

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-11-16T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-11-16T04%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=false&locations.locationName=&view=fecList&id=n1NEn36rtF20q1NUeA5KEQ&oindex=

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*New Year’s Eve (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Enjoy a night of family fun as we howl in the New Year at Bronte Creek!
Join a park naturalist after dark for a Coyote Howl guided walk as we discover a little bit more about one of the park’s most misunderstood creatures. No reservations required. Each hike runs for approximately 30 minutes. Everyone is then invited to gather around the bonfire, roast some marshmallows, then ring in the New Year with noisemakers in hand with a kids countdown at 8:30pm.
Please note alcoholic drinks are prohibited. For more information on hike times and facilities please call 905-827-6911.

Playbarn and children’s farm area open 9am-4pm. No additional cost to use playbarn or visit farm area after obtaining a daily vehicle permit.
Daily Vehicle Permit $18.00
Senior Permit (65+) $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit) $9.00
Bus Permit $62.50

http://brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/new-years-eve.html

New Year’s Eve Nature Hoopla (Halton)
6pm-9pm
Mountsberg
2259 Millburough Line
Campbellville, ON

Say Goodbye to 2019 and hello to 2020 surrounded by the great outdoors! We take this family-focused New Year’s Eve party outside and enjoy all the beauty a crisp winter’s eve has to offer. A roaring bonfire with marshmallow’s and hot chocolate will help make sure everyone stays toasty and warm.
Families will love the live music, play barn, farm animals, food and snacks and kids crafts! Some o
Adults $25, Children/Seniors $16, Children 1-4 $4, Children under 1 FREE

https://www.conservationhalton.ca/event-details?eventID=112

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*New Year’s Eve (Brampton)
6pm-12:30pm
Garden Square
Brampton, ON

Ring in the New Year in downtown Brampton with family-friendly activities, food, entertainment and fireworks.​

https://www.brampton.ca/EN/Arts-Culture-Tourism/Festivals-and-Events/Pages/New-Years-Eve.aspx

*NYE CONCERT (Missisauga)
8pm-12am
Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr
Mississauga, ON

This event will have fireworks, food trucks, and a live concert.
8 pm – DJ Skate with DJ Tilt and Sir Lancelot
9 pm – The Sorority
9:45 pm – K-OS
10:30 pm – Elijah Woods x Jamie Fine
11:10 pm – Anders
Midnight – Fireworks Finale by Tim Hortons

https://culture.mississauga.ca/event/celebration-square/nye-2019

*New Year’s Eve Skate & Swim (Pickering) (FREE)
7pm-9pm
1867 Valley Farm Road
Pickering, ON

Skate & swim with games, prizes and New Year Countdown.
Cost: Free with a food donation

https://calendar.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2019-12-31-1900-New-Years-Eve-Skate-amp-Swim

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

*New Years Eve Celebration (Bowmanville)
6pm-9pm
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
2440 Durham Regional Hwy 2
Bowmanville, ON

Come out and enjoy a family fun event ringing in the new year! The NYE event is being held at Garent B. Rickard Recreation complex on December 31 starting at 6:00pm count down is at 9:00pm.
This Event includes:
Public skates
Sopar creek Wild life
Balloon artist
Face painting
Inflatable bouncing castles
Carnival games
And Balloon drop
Ring in the new year the right way at Rickard

jstyuck@clarington.net

*New Years Eve (Barrie)
6pm-12am
Barrie City Hall
Barrie, ON

​Under the twinkling lights on the arch of Old City Hall enjoy:
​Skating on the Circle at the Centre rink. Bring your skates! Indoor changerooms available.
Horse-drawn wagon rides
Roaming performers
Family fun – face painting, Speaking of Wildlife, Snow Valley’s mini tube slide, and more
Bonfire warming zone
Food vendors
Fireworks – two shows! The first following the family celebration and the second at midnight to ring in 2020!​
​Entertainment
​In partnership with Rock 95 and 107.5 Kool FM, the City of Barrie presents an awesome line-up of live music featuring a special performance and countdown for families, local talent, a Canadian headliner, countdown to midnight, fireworks, and more!

Go online to check out the performers.

https://www.barrie.ca/Culture/Festivals/Pages/DowntownCountdown.aspx



**WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1, 2019**

*Mayor’s New Year’s Day Levee (Pickering)
2pm-4pm
City Hall
One The Esplanade
Pickering, ON

Mayor Ryan and Members of Council invite you and your family to enjoy the first day of 2017 with them at City Hall. The afternoon will be filled with live music from Bing Serrao & The Ramblers, a community art project led by Art Unleashed, refreshments and a prize giveaway. The event runs from 2 – 4 pm and is free.

https://calendar.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2020-01-01-1400-Mayors-New-Years-Day-Levee

*The ROM
https://www.rom.on.ca
Get Coupon HERE

*Science Centre
https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/

*Pacific Mall
https://www.pacificmalltoronto.ca

*Bata Shoe Museum
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*Art Gallery Of Ontario
https://ago.ca/

*Toronto Premium Outlets
https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/toronto/hours

*Vaughan Mills Mall
https://www.vaughanmills.com/

*Square One Shopping Mall
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*Hilcrest Mall
http://hillcrestmall.ca

*Yorkville Village
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*Markville Mall
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*Toronto Eaton Centre
https://www.cfshops.com

*Movie Theatres

*Ripley’s Aquarium
https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada


 


**THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2019**

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

 



**FRIDAY, JANUARY 3, 2019**

*Winter Wonderland (Newmarket)
6pm-9pm
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons
200 Doug Duncan Drive
Newmarket, ON

Winter Wonderland is the most beautiful light display in Newmarket hosted for a month during December and January. Enjoy the light display and free outdoor skating on the Tim Hortons Skating and Water Feature.
Join on every Friday for our Frozen Friday’s. Each week enjoy free skating on the Tim Horton’s Skating and Water Feature, free rides on the Tim Horton’s Express Train, DJ music, Free hot chocolate

https://www.newmarket.ca/winterwonderland

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Take a step back in time to the year 1900 and experience the Christmas season like never before.

Hands-on crafts where you will get to see and use historic tools and techniques to create your own take home souvenirs
Traditional games and activities designed for all age groups
Tours of the elegantly decorated Spruce Lane Farmhouse
Seasonal stories and songs in the parlor, learn about the holiday traditions of the Victorian era
Enjoy freshly baked holiday treats and cider
Farm animals

Cost
Tickets : included in your daily vehicle admission rate.
Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00
Senior Permit (65+): $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit): $9.00

http://www.brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/christmas-1.html

*Winter Break Art Attack (Brampton)
Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
9 Wellington Street East,
Brampton, Ontario

Winter Break: Art Attack
Dec. 23, 24, 27, 30, 31, Jan. 2 & 3, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (2 p.m. on Dec. 24 & 31)
Join us for Winter Break Art Attack and explore the archives, museum, art gallery with a special art project each day.

Dec. 23 – Snow Globes
Dec. 24 – Snowflakes
Dec. 27 – Gingerbread Men
Dec. 30 – Tissue Paper Scenes
Dec. 31 – Mountain landscapes
Jan. 2 – Winter Scenes
Jan. 3 – Archives – The Vault Unlocked
These drop-in activities are included in general admission. Members are free.

https://pama.peelregion.ca/en/programseventsandschoolresources/pamakids.asp?_mid_=19896

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020

 



**SATURDAY, JANUARY 4, 2019**

*Guided Hikes (Scarborough) (FREE)
Rouge National Urban Park – Parks Canada
Meadowvale Road
Scarborough, ON

Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people!
Various dates. See website for schedule.

https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/rouge/activ/guide/201912-decembre-december#1

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Take a step back in time to the year 1900 and experience the Christmas season like never before.

Hands-on crafts where you will get to see and use historic tools and techniques to create your own take home souvenirs
Traditional games and activities designed for all age groups
Tours of the elegantly decorated Spruce Lane Farmhouse
Seasonal stories and songs in the parlor, learn about the holiday traditions of the Victorian era
Enjoy freshly baked holiday treats and cider
Farm animals

Cost
Tickets : included in your daily vehicle admission rate.
Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00
Senior Permit (65+): $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit): $9.00

http://www.brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/christmas-1.html

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020



**SUNDAY, JANUARY 5, 2019**

*Community Day At The J (Vaughan) (FREE)
9am-1pm
JCC Schwartz Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
Vaughan, ON

Come and participate in free specialty classes for the whole family. Contribute to a community mural, sit in on a wellness lecture, meet with staff and learn about programs and services at the J, indulge in food and beverage samples, and spend time with your family and friends! EVERYTHING IS FREE!

Drop in activities and sign up activities are all listed in the link below …

https://events.srcentre.ca/events/community-day-at-the-j-99

*Guided Hikes (Scarborough) (FREE)
Rouge National Urban Park – Parks Canada
Meadowvale Road
Scarborough, ON

Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people!
Various dates. See website for schedule.

https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/rouge/activ/guide/201912-decembre-december#1

*Nutcracker (Toronto)
285 Spadina Road
Toronto, ON

A great chance to experience this stately home dressed to the nines for the holiday season. As a part of the Roaring 20s Christmas tours, participate in The Nutcracker Ballet-themed activities that include a scavenger hunt, take-home crafts based on the Nutcracker, and enjoy 1940s-era ballet costumes on loan from Dance Collection Danse. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Spadina Museum is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. It offers a glimpse of Toronto during the 1900-1930 period through the lens of the Austin family.
Runs until January 5, 2020
Every Tuesday-Friday: 10am-4pm
Every Saturday & Sunday: 10am-5pm
Museum is closed on December 24 & 25.

Paid parking at Casa Loma

Cost: $6.00 – $10.00
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $10.00 | Senior: $8.00+HST

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?id=qAB%24WkYIaWakPAHwo7iIVw

*Christmas at the Lodge (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Colborne Lodge
11 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Learn about traditions including decorating, gift giving, foods and entertainment. Admire the Victorian Christmas tree, play with traditional toys and admire traditional gifts like china dolls, tea sets and John Howard’s walking stick. Toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. This event is part of Toronto History Museums’ Holiday programming. Colborne Lodge is one of 10 Toronto History Museums which explore where Toronto’s many pasts, presents and futures meet. The museum explores 19th-century innovation and creativity, city building, science, technology and design as exemplified by John Howard one of Toronto’s first architects.
Cost: $5.00 – $8.00
Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00

Please note: Closed on Mondays. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day.
Reduced hours on December 24 and December 31: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

This runs until January 5, 2020

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/exhibits-events/?start=2019-10-24T04%3A00%3A00.000Z&end=2020-10-24T03%3A59%3A59.999Z&search=&categories=&themes=&free=false&accessible=false&ongoing=true&locations.locationName=Colborne%20Lodge&view=fecList&id=tmplpRJJkCrGVTy4U_PX7Q&oindex=

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville)
Bronte Creek Provincial Park
1219 Burloak Drive
Oakville, Ontario

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Take a step back in time to the year 1900 and experience the Christmas season like never before.

Hands-on crafts where you will get to see and use historic tools and techniques to create your own take home souvenirs
Traditional games and activities designed for all age groups
Tours of the elegantly decorated Spruce Lane Farmhouse
Seasonal stories and songs in the parlor, learn about the holiday traditions of the Victorian era
Enjoy freshly baked holiday treats and cider
Farm animals

Cost
Tickets : included in your daily vehicle admission rate.
Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00
Senior Permit (65+): $14.50
Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit): $9.00

http://www.brontecreek.org/index.php/the-park/featured-events/christmas-1.html

*Winter Break Kids Activities (Oshawa)
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. South
Oshawa, ON

Bring your family to the Canadian Automotive Museum during Winter Break to see Lightning McQueen and enjoy seasonal kids crafts. Children can make their own festive tree or candle to take home in the main gallery. All activities are included with regular admission.

http://www.canadianautomotivemuseum.com/events/winter-break-2019-2020


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