JULY FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (July 4- July 10) | Entertain Kids on a Dime
*FRIDAY, JULY 4, 2014*
*Markham Rotary Ribfest Music Festival (Markham) (Free Admission)5pm-11pmMarkham Civic Centre
101 Town Centre Blvd.
Come for great ribs prepared by eight professional ribbers, other foods, Mill St. beer tent, crafters and vendors and midway and games for all ages.
Professional musicians “The Beatlers” on Friday night.
Free admission and free parking.
www.markhamribfest.com
*Kidsfest At Centre Island (Toronto) (FREE)11:00AM-4:00PMCentreville Amusement ParkCentre Island
Toronto, ON
Summer’s here. Let’s celebrate! Games, activities, bouncing castles, clowns, music and much more!
Taking place during the first full weekend of July, KidsFest welcomes the arrival of summer with kid-sized activities that are fun for the whole family! With face painting clowns, bouncing castles, colouring stations, live animal visits from Far Enough Farm, music and more.
This does NOT include to admission to The Centreville amusement.
http://www.centreisland.ca/kidsfest-2014.html
*Taste of Lawrence (Scarborough) (FREE)Located on Lawrence Ave. E. From Warden to Birchmount
Toronto, ON
The Taste of Lawrence is a three-day food and cultural festival that takes place in the Wexford Heights BIA. As Scarborough’s largest street festival it boasts the most enticing flavours from every cultural community in the GTA. Locals and tourists alike come to the festival to experience the Taste firsthand as they celebrate their cultures and learn about the rich heritage of others.
The event has two full size stages that feature professional headlining performances. One stage is specifically dedicated to entertainment for youth and encouraging them to participate in song and dance. Complete with midway rides and amusements, free sampling, martial arts displays, FIFA U-20 athletes, Soccer skill testing, play areas, live music, dancing in the street, and more smiles than you can imagine, the Taste of Lawrence has many attractions for the whole family.
416-288-1718
http:// www.tasteoflawrence.com
*Summer Festival 2014 at The Hub Mid-Scarborough (Scarborough)12pm-8pmEastown Centre plaza parking lot
2660 Eglinton Ave. East
PRIZES MUSIC GAMES MARKETPLACE BBQ DJ & MUCH MORE!!!
Over the past 4 years the Hub mid-Scarborough has hosted a very exciting and successful summer festival through the coordinated efforts of the Eglinton East/Kennedy Park community residents, local agencies, and the Action for Neighborhood Change (ANC). The highly diverse, multi-cultural event has included a barbecue, merchants market for local entrepreneurs to display their goods and services, games and prizes, as well as live music and entertainment.
416-275-7024
*Movie in the Park (Whitby)
9pmWhitby recreation complex
555 Rossland Road East
Join us on July 4th for Movie in the Park. This year’s movie is Frozen. The music group Socks and Sandles will beperforming before the movie from 7:15-8:15. Movie starts at dusk.
http://www.whitby.ca/en/residents/moviesinthepark.asp
*SATURDAY, JULY 5, 2014*
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA)11am
Various Theatres In The GTA
Join us on Saturday mornings at 11am for Cineplex Family Favourites. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.50.
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2Directed by: Cody Cameron, Kris PearnCast: Anna Faris, Bill Hader, Will Forte
Plot: Flint Lockwood now works at The Live Corp Company for his idol Chester V. But he’s forced to leave his post when he learns that his most infamous machine is still operational and is churning out menacing food-animal hybrids.
Admission (taxes included):
General: $2.50
http://www.cineplex.com/events/familyfavourites
*Aurora Farmers’ Market – Art in the Park (Aurora)8am-1pmTown Park49 Wells Street
Aurora, ON
The Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair is EVERY Saturday, but this is a special event partnering with Kerry’s Place! Everyone is welcome to enjoy free entertainment, crafts for kids and 10 additional artists in the park!
*Farmers Market at Riverwalk Commons (Newmarket) (FREE)8am-1pmRiverwalk Commons (corner of Doug Duncan and Timothy St.)
Newmarket, ON
Free shallow splash pool with a waterfallLive music
(Every second Saturday of the month, there are Wagon Rides)
http://www.newmarketfarmersmarket.com/newmarket_farmers_market_calendar.asp
*The Open Market by 105 Gibson Centre (Markham)10am-12am105 Gibson Centre
Markham, ON
The Open Market is a collaboration of the best Markham has to offer. Lots of food vendors.
SING OUT LOUD SINGING COMPETITION FINALS9pm to 11pm
Eight finalists will sing on The Open Market stage as the final leg of their journey to be crowned the winner of this singing competition.
KIDZONE10am to 9pm
With an all‐access pass, children ages 5 to 11 can spend the day connecting through play. There will be an inflatable obstacle course, a craft centre, a nail spa, face painting, twisty balloons and lots of carnival‐style games for kids.
4168162858
http://theopenmarket.ca
*Markham Rotary Ribfest Music Festival (Markham) (Free Admission)11am-11pmMarkham Civic Centre
101 Town Centre Blvd.
Come for great ribs prepared by eight professional ribbers, other foods, Mill St. beer tent, crafters and vendors and midway and games for all ages. “Elevation” – U2 tribute band on Saturday night.
Free admission and free parking.
www.markhamribfest.com
*MPL Summer Reading Club (Markham) (FREE)11am-12pmAngus Glen Library
3990 Major Mackenzie Drive East
Come celebrate the launch of the Markham Public Library Summer Reading Club with a free WHIMZ Animal Show!
TD Summer Reading Club helps connect families with books and build confidence in reading through the delivery of free incentives and fun, accessible library activities. All summer long across Markham Public Library, through activities, crafts and amazing special guests.
Visit www.markhampubliclibrary.ca to register!
*MPL Summer Reading Club (Markham) (FREE) 10am-11amAngus Glen Library
3990 Major Mackenzie Drive East
Come celebrate the launch of the Markham Public Library Summer Reading Club with a free Comic Juggling Show!
TD Summer Reading Club helps connect families with books and build confidence in reading through the delivery of free incentives and fun, accessible library activities. All summer long across Markham Public Library, through activities, crafts and amazing special guests.
Visit www.markhampubliclibrary.ca to register!
*Tripl3 Baked – Grand Opening (Markham)12pm -5pm2711 Bur Oak Ave Unit 2
Markham, ON
Tripl3 Baked is a new cupcake and cake shop opening in Markham in the Cornell Community.
There will be cupcake sampling, music, face painting, street magic and more!!!
*MAP Kid’s Summer Event – Royal Ontario Museum visits North York Central Library (North York) (FREE)2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.North York Central Library Auditorium5120 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
Eureka! Discover the wonders of ancient China.
China has been the source of many inventions including papermaking, the compass, gun powder and printing (both woodblock and movable type). They also brought us the beauties of brush painting and calligraphy. Join us to see some artifacts from the Royal Ontario Museum and make a variety of crafts including a dragon headdress and ceremonial bell.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/museum-arts-passes/
*Kidsfest At Centre Island (Toronto) (FREE)11:00AM-4:00PMCentreville Amusement ParkCentre Island
Toronto, ON
Summer’s here. Let’s celebrate! Games, activities, bouncing castles, clowns, music and much more!
Taking place during the first full weekend of July, KidsFest welcomes the arrival of summer with kid-sized activities that are fun for the whole family! With face painting clowns, bouncing castles, colouring stations, live animal visits from Far Enough Farm, music and more.
This does NOT include to admission to The Centreville amusement.
http://www.centreisland.ca/kidsfest-2014.html
*Environment Awareness Day (Oakville)11amOakville GO station214 Cross Avenue
Oakville, ON
The 6th Annual Environmental Awareness Day combines family fun with a community clean-up on Saturday, July 5th 2014 at the Oakville GO Station, 214 Cross Avenue. From 11am to 2pm, participants can enjoy a Barbecue by M&M Meats, donuts and beverages by Tim Hortons, live entertainment, giveaways, kids’ activities, and interactive exhibits about living ‘green.’
A drive-thru electronic recycling depot is available, making it easy to safely dispose of electronic waste.
9058456613 x209
http://www.oakvillechamber.com/images/PDF/Enviroday%20flyer%202014.%20final.pdf
*BRAMPTON FARMERS’ MARKET (Brampton)7am-1pmDowntown Brampton
Main and Queen Streets
Locally grown produce, hand-made crafts, baked goods and prepared foods, live entertainment and family fun! Visit Art in the Open in Garden Square.
http://www.brampton.ca/EN/Business/edo/Downtown-Queen-Street/Pages/Farmers-Market.aspx
Saturdays
*Tim Horton’s Saturday Night Movies under the Stars (Brampton)9pm-11pmGarden Square at the Rose Theatre 1Theatre Lane
Brampton, ON
Back by popular demand, the Saturday Night Movies under the Stars will be returning every Saturday at 9PM beginning on July 5. Bring out your lawn chairs and get comfortable as we transform beautiful Garden Square into the ultimate cinema experience! Kids come early and participate in our Tim Horton’s pre-movie activity!
July 5 – Frozen
*All outdoor programming is weather permitting and subject to change without notice.
905-874-2800
http://www.rosetheatre.ca
*Showcase Saturdays (Brampton) (FREE)10am-12pmGarden Square at the Rose Theatre 1 Theatre Lane
Brampton, ON
Showcase Saturdays will present some of Brampton’s top talents. You never know which rising star you may see performing! Perfect for the whole family.
905-874-2800
http://www.rosetheatre.ca
*Summer Festival 2014 at The Hub Mid-Scarborough (Scarborough)12pm-8pmEastown Centre plaza parking lot
2660 Eglinton Ave. East
PRIZES MUSIC GAMES MARKETPLACE BBQ DJ & MUCH MORE!!!
Over the past 4 years the Hub mid-Scarborough has hosted a very exciting and successful summer festival through the coordinated efforts of the Eglinton East/Kennedy Park community residents, local agencies, and the Action for Neighborhood Change (ANC). The highly diverse, multi-cultural event has included a barbecue, merchants market for local entrepreneurs to display their goods and services, games and prizes, as well as live music and entertainment.
Please join us this year for an exciting experience!!! EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Phone:416-275-7024
*SUNDAY, JULY 6, 2014*
*Markham Rotary Ribfest Music Festival (Markham ) (Free Admission)11am-7pmMarkham Civic Centre101 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON
Come for great ribs prepared by eight professional ribbers, other foods, Mill St. beer tent, crafters and vendors and midway and games for all ages.
Free admission and free parking.
www.markhamribfest.com
*Kidsfest At Centre Island (Toronto) (FREE)11:00AM-4:00PMCentreville Amusement ParkCentre Island
Toronto, ON
Summer’s here. Let’s celebrate! Games, activities, bouncing castles, clowns, music and much more!
Taking place during the first full weekend of July, KidsFest welcomes the arrival of summer with kid-sized activities that are fun for the whole family! With face painting clowns, bouncing castles, colouring stations, live animal visits from Far Enough Farm, music and more.
This does NOT include to admission to The Centreville amusement.
http://www.centreisland.ca/kidsfest-2014.html
*PlayZone (Toronto) (FREE)10am-5pmHarbourfront Centre235 Queens Quay West
Exhibition Common
Discover Harbourfront Centre’s new imagination playground. This innovative playground encourages learning, movement and fun while families build new worlds, imaginary places and dramatic scenarios—on a larger-than-life scale.
Our Play Zone is an imagination playground that encourages learning, social development, movement and fun. Kids can build, connect pieces, create walls, forts, castles and all kinds of fun environments. Kids decide how and what to build without any influence from grown-ups.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/summer/onthesquares/index.cfm
*1st Year Anniversary/Big Brothers Big Sisters Fundraiser (Barrie)12pm-4pmGrowing Minds Childcare555 Mapleview Drive West
Barrie , ON
GROWING MINDS CHILD CARE IS CELEBRATING OUR 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY/FUNDRAISER EVENT! WE ARE HAVING A CHARITY FUNDRAISER TO HELP RAISE MONEY FOR BIG BROTHERS & BIG SISTERS OF BARRIE. BOUNCY CASTLES, BBQ, FACE PAINTING, AND RAFFLES ARE TO ONLY NAME A FEW OF THE FUN EVENTS BEING OFFERED.
BRING YOUR FAMILY FOR A FUN FILLED AFTERNOON TO HELP RAISE MONEY FOR A GREAT ORGANIZATION! WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THERE!!
7057190004
http://www.growingmindsbarrie.com
*MONDAY, JULY 7, 2014*
*Teddy Bear Sleepover (Ajax)6:45 PM-7:45 PMMain Branch55 Harwood Avenue South,
Ajax ON
Enjoy storytime with your favourite stuffy. Then he/she will stay for a sleepover adventure! Return to the Library anytime after 10 a.m. on July 9 to pick up your well rested stuffed animal and a keepsake album with photographs.
Registration RequiredRegister online or call905-683-4000, xt. 8811
*TUESDAY, JULY 8, 2014*
*Fire and Ice (Etobicoke) (FREE)2pm-3pmRichview Library
1806 Islington Ave
Join us at the library when Mad Science delights and astounds us with their “Fire and Ice” show! See amazing science at work and learn cool experiments! For children ages 6 and up.
Tickets available at the 2nd floor information desk from June 18.
416-394-5120
*OPG’s Tuesdays on the Trail (Pickering) (FREE)10am-12pmAlex Robertson Park
Sandy Beach Road
Join us on Tuesdays this summer for fun, free and educational activities in Alex Robertson Park.
Weather permitting. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Programs are suitable for ages 6 to 12. Due to the nature of program activities, day care groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
905-999-2542
http://www.opg.com
*WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2014*
*Vaughan Celebrates Concerts in the Park: Synsonic (Thornhill) (FREE)7:30-9pmNorth Thornhill Community Centre (Outdoor Amphitheatre)
300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue
The City of Vaughan presents is third Concert in the Park on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 with Synsonic at North Thornhill Community Centre (Outdoor Amphitheatre) located at 300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue, Thornhill. Enjoy a vast musical repertoire spanning the 70’s, 80’s and more.
www.vaughan.ca/events
*Concerts in the Park (Aurora) (FREE)7pm-9:30pmAurora Town Park
Wells Street & Mosely Street
No need to travel for great music! All you need to bring with you are your family, friends, chairs or a blanket and enjoy!905-727-4762
URL: http://www.aurora.ca
*Movies On Main (Markham) (FREE)SundownUnionville Main Street
Markham, ON
Join us at the band stand for movies under the stars! We are bringing your favourite family movies to Main Street Unionville every other Wednesday night this Summer. Enjoy watching a FREE big screen movie outside on a Summer’s night.
The movie will begin at sun down, so arrive while the sun is still shining to grab your spot! Please bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, etc. as they will not be provided.
July 9 – Back to the Future – Sponsored by Blossom Lounge
http://www.unionvilleinfo.com/News/Movies-on-Main
*MAP Family Summer Event – Toronto Zoo visits Albert Campbell (Toronto) (FREE)6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Albert Campbell496 Birchmount Road
Toronto, ON
Join us this summer at Albert Campbell as the Toronto Zoo presents: PAGES WITH PANDAS!
This summer join us for a wild and educational book reading and then meet with Toronto Zoo Giant Panda Mascots. At the end of the program you will be given a fun Zoo activity sheet to take home! Encourage your passion for animals with games, colouring and more! Come and learn how the Toronto Zoo saves and protects animals and their habitats at home and abroad.
The program lasts one hour and is for children ages 5-12.
Related link:
torontopubliclibrary.ca/museum-arts-passes/
*Summer Crafts (Toronto) (FREE)10am-1pmTreasure Island Toys581 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON
Every Wednesday starting July 2 to August 27, free crafts from 10am to 1pm. No sign up necessary.
4167784913
http://www.treasureislandtoys.ca
*In-store Chocolate Festival (Burlington)(FREE)11am-4pmSobeys Extra Burlington1250 Brant Street
Burlington, ON
It’s International Chocolate Day and we’re celebrating by having a store-wide scavenger hunt for chocolate related products. Join our team of experts at their stations for free samples and information on the health benefits of chocolate.
It’s going to be a chocolate lovers’ paradise and the best part…it’s absolutely free!
905-332-3373
*THURSDAY, JULY 10, 2014*
*Family Fun Events at Earl Bales Park (Toronto) (FREE)7pm-8pmEarl Bales Park4169 Bathurst Street West
Toronto, ON
FREE Family fun theatre event
Duffle Bag Theatre presents: Three Musketeers
Rain or Shine
416-392-3846
www.toronto.ca/parks
*Science Club (Toronto) (FREE)3-4pmTreasure Island Toys
581 Danforth AVe
Every Thursday afternoon starting July 3 to August 28, free science afternoons from 3 to 4pm. Sign up necessary
4167784913
http://www.treasureislandtoys.ca
*The East Lynn’s Farmer’s Market (Toronto) (FREE)3pm-7pmEast Lynn Park
(South side of Danforth Avenue, just west of Woodbine Avenue)
From 4pm-6:30pm are Kids Activities
4:30-Mrs. Darling is back with some crafts in the park. Her inventions and art work are fun for children of all ages.
http://decadiaries.wordpress.com/2014/06/02/farmers-market-opening-on-thursday/
*Movie Night in The Beach Village (Toronto) 8:30-10:30pmIvan Forrest Gardens
131 Glen Manor Dr. at corner of Queen St. East
Join us of the second movie of the summer –FROZEN in the intimate setting of Ivan Forrest Gardens at the corner of Queen St. E & Glen Manor Dr. Come early to settle in and enjoy the pre-show entertainment.
416.693.2242
http://www.thebeachvillage.com
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