OCTOBER FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (October 3 – October 5) | Entertain Kids On A Dime
October has arrived! Only 4 more weeks until my house is full of candy and I’m tortured with the sight of crunchies and smarties. My kids on the other hand, are getting really excited for all of their favourite Halloween themed cartoons and dressing up in costumes.
In the upcoming weeks, there will be some Halloween events popping up, so stay tuned and have a great weekend.
**FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2014**
*Fair (Markham) 9am-10pm Markham Fairgrounds
10801 McCowan Drive
Come join us at the 170th Markham Fair. There will be entertainment for all ages. Great food, fabulous rides, Old MacDonald’s Barn, Monster Truck Shows, and nightly Fireworks. Fun for everyone!
*MakerSpace Drop-In (Toronto) 3:30pm-5pm Humberwood Library
850 Humberwood Boulevard, Toronto, ON
K’Nex building and science projects for school age children and teens.
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Humberwood
*Carnival at The Boardwalk (Kitchener) 4pm-10pm The Boardwalk Ira Needles Blvd
Kitchener, ON
Fundraising Carnival in support of St. Mary’s General Hospital. The carnival at The Boardwalk will have a wide range of amusements that will delight the whole family. Wander on the Westside of K-W to The Boardwalk at Ira Needles Blvd for shopping and family fun.
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**SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2014**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA) 11am
Cineplex Select Locations
Evan Almighty Directed by: Tom Shadyac Cast: Steve Carell, Morgan Freeman, Lauren Graham
Plot: Junior congressman Evan Baxter finds his life going from overnight success to almighty mess when God requests that he build an ark.
Admission (taxes included): $2.50
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites
*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario) 10am-11:30am
Various Michaels Locations
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10am – 11:30 am. See a store associate to join the fun!
http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html
*Build An EMS Truck (All over Ontario) 10am
Home Depot Locations
Build an EMS Truck Workshop Duration: 2 Hours A great free activity for children ages 4-12
Kids will learn how to build an EMS truck using a hammer and glue
http://www.homedepot.ca/workshops/build-an-EMS-truck
*Pumpkin Pie Trail (Woodbridge) 9am-1pm Woodbridge Village Farmers Market Woodbridge Pool and Memorial Arena
5020 Hwy 7 at Islington Ave.
Our market and many farms in York Region are participating in the Pumpkin Pie Trail. Consider doing this as something special this weekend.
http://woodbridgevillagefarmersmarket.com
*Fire Prevention Week Open House (Richmond Hill) 8am-3pm Fire Station 8-1 191 Major Mackenzie Drive
Richmond Hill, ON
The Annual Fire Prevention Week Open House provides the community with a day full of fun.
The theme for this year’s Fire Prevention Week will continue through the Fire Safety House, as well, where children will learn about the important job a smoke alarm does in providing you early warning in a fire. They’ll also learn about the importance of having a home escape plan through a mock evaluation complete with simulated smoke and ladders to climb out of the Fire Safety House.
There will also be live entertainment featuring local talent and a pancake breakfast and barbecue to enjoy, too (while quantities last)!
905-780-2907
http://RichmondHill.ca/Fire
*Farmers’ Market (Aurora) Pumpkin Fest 8am-1pm Wells St. & Town Park
49 Wells St.
The Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair runs EVERY Saturday, but today we are celebrating the PUMPKINS! Have YOU tried ‘pumpkin bowling’? Now is your chance! Also, some Vendors will carve pumpkins and our customers are invited to judge them.
Free entertainment and children’s crafts will be provided, plus a free market bag raffle.
*Central York Fire Services Annual Open House (Newmarket) 10am-3pm 984 Gorham Street
Newmarket , ON
Join your local firefighters at CYFS Annual Open House. Ride the Tim Horton’s Express train, participate in games and activities. Donations will be directed to Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation.
*Mom2Mom Sale (Newmarket) 10am-1pm Newmarket Community Centre
200 Doug Duncan Road
Join us for our 8th Annual Fall Mom2Mom Sale. Colouring Contest, FREE Bouncy Castle, gently used items for sale and local businesses.
http://www.momsale.ca
*2nd Annual Great Pumpkin Giveaway (Stouffville) 10am-2pm 19 Civic Avenue/Main Street
Stouffville, ON
Birkett-Hassard Insurance is once again giving away free Pumpkins. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY. Decorate your own pumpkin, enter our colouring contest for a chance to win one of 5 prizes in our random draw.
All donations received will go directly to putting smiles on the faces of children dealing with a life threatening illness.
905-640-2000
*Fair (Markham) 9am-10pm Markham Fairgrounds
10801 McCowan Drive
Come join us at the 170th Markham Fair. There will be entertainment for all ages.
Great food, fabulous rides, Old MacDonald’s Barn, Monster Truck Shows, and nightly Fireworks.
905-642-3247
*Lollipop’s Grand Opening Celebration! (Toronto) (FREE) 3:00pm-8:00 pm Lollipop Art Lounge Toronto 25 Scarsdale Rd. Unit 3
Toronto , ON
We’ll have surprise visitors, Mini Art and sewing projects, refreshments, giveaways and FUN!
Open House Schedule of events
Ongoing from 3:00pm-8:00pm – refreshments, mini art and sewing crafts, Lollipop Photo Booth
3:00-5:00pm – Face painting and Balloon Animals 4:30pm–5:30pm – Visit from a beautiful Disney Princess
6pm – 7pm – Visit from a Crime-fighting Superhero
905-849-1711
http://www.lollipopartlounge.com
*MAP Family Saturdays (Toronto) ROM visits Northern Elms Library 2pm-3pm Northern Elms Library
123B Rexdale Boulevard, Unit 5, Toronto, ON
Learn about the dinosaurs at the Royal Ontario Museum. Make a dinosaur craft to take home.
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Northern%20Elms
*Harvest Festival (Newcastle/Durham Region) 8am-4pm Newcastle Community Hall
20 King Avenue West
Farm fresh produce, games and activities, Classic Car Show, Antique Tractor Show, pancake breakfast, kids crafts, arts and crafts, also vendor booths, Food Truck Alley, animal show, petting zoo, live entertainment, hamburger eating contest, Win a Free BBQ Draw, Clarington In a Jar Contest, Best Dressed Scarecrow Contest, Lions Walk for Dog Guides, pumpkin giveaway, Octoberfest in the Town Hall; fun for the whole family!
http://www.facebook.com/NewcastleHarvestfestival
*Civic Operations Official Opening (Milton) (FREE) 10am-12pm Civic Operations Centre 5670 Regional Road 25
Milton, ON
Enjoy free refreshments and family-oriented activities, including tours and the “Touch a Truck” activity.
905-878-7252 ext. 2537
http://www.milton.ca
*Halton Forest Festival (Milton) 10am-3:30pm Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area 7200 Appleby Line
Milton, ON
Vendor Displays & Booths, Children’s Tree Climb, Birds of Prey Presentations, Bird Nest Box Building, Archery, Lumberjack Shows, Guided Hikes
http://www.haltonforestfestival.ca/publicday/
*The Twenty-Second Annual Gandhi Peace Festival (Hamilton) (Free Admission) 10am-4pm Hamilton City Hall,
71 Main St. W.
A day of festivities with music, dance, a peace walk, keynote speaker, community awards, free Indian vegetarian food, and activities for children. The venue is wheel-chair accessible.
http://www.humanities.mcmaster.ca/Gandhi
*Family Day (Kitchener) (FREE) 10am-4pm Steckle Heritage Farm 811 Bleams Road
Kitchener, ON
Play in the new straw jump, cuddle the animals, go for a tractor ride, and find out why autumn is the best time of the year at the farm! Enjoy dances and mini lessons from the Strathyre Highland and Intensely Irish dance troupes, and dance along to the awesome talents of childrens entertainer Tom Miceli. Get a glitter tattoo from Scholars Choice, and get a cool weaving demo!
Maple Lodge Farms and Davids Tea will be handing out delicious samples, and farm fresh snacks and produce will be available to purchase!
5197484690
http://www.stecklehomestead.ca
*Carnival at The Boardwalk (Kitchener) 11am-10pm The Boardwalk
Ira Needles Blvd
Fundraising Carnival in support of St. Mary’s General Hospital. The carnival at The Boardwalk will have a wide range of amusements that will delight the whole family. Wander on the Westside of K-W to The Boardwalk at Ira Needles Blvd for shopping and family fun.
*12th Annual PumpkinFest (Niagara Falls) 10am-2pm Stamford Presbyterian Church – Hall 3121 St Paul Avenue
Niagara Falls, ON
Rain or Shine! Something for Everyone! Supervised childrens’ activities; Giant pumpkin guess; Pumpkin pie contest ( open to all); Firefighters & Truck display; Re-gifted table; Crafts; Outdoor BBQ; Indoor tea room; Silent auction amazing items, gifts and services. Good deals!
Come out and enjoy great family fun!
905-358-5077
*Queenston Harvest Festival, 5th Annual (Niagara Falls) (Free Admission) 11am-3pm Centennial Park Oakdale Avenue
Niagara Falls, ON
In case of rain: Westminster United Church, 180 Queenston Street
Live music, crafts, pig roast, vendors.
905-984-5310
http://www.Facebook.com/queenstonharvestfestival
*Autumn Harvest (Barrie) 8am-12pm Memorial Square 65 Dunlop Street East
Barrie, ON
Enjoy free face painting, family fun & games, horse-drawn wagon rides, an ‘Autumn themed‘ Cake & free apple cider.
705-734-1414
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**SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2014**
*Fire Prevention Week (Woodbridge) 10am-3pm Vellore Village Community Centre 1 Villa Royal Avenue
Woodbridge, ON
Events include inflatables for the kids, information on the importance of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms. Kids can operate a fire hose and adults can learn how to use a fire extinguisher. Vaughan Fire and Rescue fire trucks will be there so the kids can explore the inside of a fire truck and recieve a free fire helmet. Maple Lions will be providing refreshments & BBQ with all proceeds going to the Vaughan Food Bank. Come out and have fun and learn how to keep your family protected.
905 832-8531 Ext. 6346
https://www.vaughan.ca/services/residential/fire_and_rescue/fire_prevention/Pages/default.aspx
*Fair (Markham) 9am-10pm Markham Fairgrounds
10801 McCowan Drive
Come join us at the 170th Markham Fair. There will be entertainment for all ages.
Great food, fabulous rides, Old MacDonald’s Barn, Monster Truck Shows, and nightly Fireworks.
905-642-3247
*High Park Harvest Festival (Toronto) (Free Admission) 12pm-4:30pm Colborne Lodge Drive, just north of The Queensway
Toronto, ON
Enjoy the harvest in High Park with crafts, music, horse and wagon rides, warm apple cider, roasted potatoes and more. Purchase honey from local beekeeper.
Activities take place at the south end of High Park at Colborne Lodge and the Children’s Garden.
416-392-6916
*Fall Fest (Caledon) 10:30am-2pm Caledon Centre for Recreation and Wellness
14111 Hwy 50
Activities for the entire family!
Public skating, public swims, Pan Am Activities, Crafts and more
(905) 857-3313
*Halton Forest Festival (Milton) 10am-3:30pm Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area 7200 Appleby Line
Milton, ON
Vendor Displays & Booths, Children’s Tree Climb, Birds of Prey Presentations, Bird Nest Box Building, Archery, Lumberjack Shows, Guided Hikes.
http://www.haltonforestfestival.ca/publicday/
*Carnival at The Boardwalk (Kitchener) 11am-10pm The Boardwalk Ira Needles Blvd
Kitchener, ON
Fundraising Carnival in support of St. Mary’s General Hospital. The carnival at The Boardwalk will have a wide range of amusements that will delight the whole family.
5195714977
*Cindy and Craig’s 8th Annual Family Fun Day (Hampton/ Clarington) 11am-3pm Pingle’s Farm Market 1805 Taunton Rd. East
Hampton, ON
Cindy and Craig’s 8th Annual Community Family Fun Day at Pingle’s Farm Market is a fun way to kick start the fall season! Includes a free jumbo hot dog and drink, free admission to the fun farm areas, pumpkin cannon show, wagon ride, pumpkin painting and so much more.
905-436-9601
http://www.cindyandcraig.ca
*Party Express Vendor Bash (Georgina) 12pm-6pm Rock N Bowl Party Zone 23721 Highway 48
Georgina, ON
Rock N Bowl Party Zone is hosting their 1st Annual vendor show for all celebration and party needs, there will bouncy castle, live entertainment, face painting by Tickles, Wiggle, Giggles, balloons by Make it Epic and Balloons and more by Ryan, cakes by Pacia’s Cake and Cookies, make up artist, caterers, and photo ops with Santa etc. Donations to the Georgina Food Bank welcomed.
905-722-6666