Kitchener Christkindl Market Bringing Back Christmas Memories and starting New Traditions.

Countdown to the 2016 Kitchener Christkindl Market >  December 1 to 4, 2016
Having German roots, Christmas Markets did belong to my favourite Holiday Traditions. A Sunday afternoon visit to the Christmas Market was always a highlight of the Holiday season.
Hundreds of small wooden vending booths decorated with evergreens and holiday lights would fill up our city’s market square. Inside, vendors who were selling  unique toys and gifts, unseen in other stores.
There were the most delicious smells of grilled sausages, freshly baked gingerbread hearts, waffles, toasted almonds and warm anise candy.
I hadn’t been to a German Christmas Market in over a decade and
was struck, when I found out that Kitchener, Ontario has been holding a Christkindl Market for over 14 years now.
How could I have missed that?
To my excuse we are living a 2 hour car drive away from Kitchener and maybe that’s why this event never made into local event listing.
My children had heard many stories about the magical German Christmas Markets and they agreed in a heartbeat that we had to take a drive up the 401 to check out this unique German Tradition.

The Christkindl Market is an located in front of City hall on King Street.
It  is a four-day, indoor and outdoor event that lights up the heart of downtown Kitchener with its holiday spirit.
An ice skating ring could be found adjacent to the Christkindl Market and families were enjoying a spin on the ice.

If you have the time, take a free tour of downtown Kitchener via horse‑drawn carriage rides.
Inside the Rotunda of Kitchener City Hall, you’ll find food booths with a variety of  traditional German specialties.

Make sure to try a German Schnitzel with fried Onions on a bun,  sausage with Sauerkraut or a delicious Goulash (a beef stew).
A German vendor explained to me that sausages were made in German tradition without the use of fillers and preservatives
I was also delighted to see some of my Grandmother’s favourite soups, Pea soup and Potato soup.

Since it was lunch time when we arrived, we bought our sausages and schnitzels and headed inside, where we added some cream filled pastries from the Nougat Bakery Holiday to our meal selection.
The Christkindl Markt does offer an eating area in the cafeteria on the 10th floor, which also provides a beautiful view of the city.
The food was deliciously authentic and feeling very satisfied; we were now off to explore the Christmas Market.

The front entrance was welcoming visitors with a huge, festive decorated Christmas tree and the popular Haribo Bear (Haribo is the Maker of Gummie bears and German jelly candy) greeted us with free samples.

The Christkindl Market featured over 70 vendors on two floors of the building.
There were traditional German clothing, toys, handmade ornaments, nutcrackers, Christmas crafts from the Erzgebirge, jewellery and much more.

Traditional German “Raeucher Maenchen” in lots of unique and different shapes. Prices ranged from $30 to over $200. Insert an special holiday incense candle inside to fill your home with Holiday scent.

My Grandmother used to light a wooden Christmas Pyramid like the one pictured above every year. This model pictured here costs $300+.

Handmade Holiday Christmas pyramid from the Ore Mountains.

Browse booths like these Artisan stands with unique Amber Jewellery, Necklaces, Healing crystals

Handmade Wooden German toys                                                                                                                Glass Angels and tree ornaments

Don’t leave the Market without chosing one of the many authentic German baked goods and treats. I discovered all the popular ones like Marzipanstollen  Spitzkuchen and Lebkuchen and prices were lower better than at local European Specialty stores.

We bought packages of Lebkuchen (Gingerbread Hearts) covered with chocolate and they were so soft and fresh! I wish I had picked up more than 4 boxes.

On the first floor, stop by the Conestoga room to admire the Model Railway Display by Fred Aldred.

Mingling with visitors, were the German Christkindl and her Angels, Knecht Ruprecht and Klaus the Organ Grinder. I stopped to say Hi and snap a picture!

Plan some extra time to take in some of the outside entertainment on the big stage, where visitiors are treated to German Dance groups and choirs like the  Folk Dancers, Schwaben Dancers , Donau Dancers and choir.

My children also enjoyed the Blacksmith Demonstrations and the Kid’s workshop , Blacksmith Demonstrations on Civic Square.

We had a fabulous time and are looking forward to visiting again next year.

Will you be attending a Christmas Market this year?

If you go:

Kitchener  Christkindlmarkt, website at www.christkindl.ca here

Parking:

We parked in the public garage just off the Civic Square on King Street. (watch for the Spiral Garage to the right)

Check a Map for Parking here

• Saturday: FREE parking at Kitchener city hall garage (underground only)
• Sunday FREE parking at all Kitchener public lots

Prices:

I found prices to be very reasonable for an event and they are comparable to prices at German Christmas Markets. examples

• Gluehwein (Mulled wine) I paid  $5.50
• Sausage on a Bun with Sauerkraut $5.99
• German Hot Dogs on a Bun $4.99
• Christmas Stollen   $7 to $14

Adults:

Visit the Market “After Dark” from 9:00pm to 11:00pm and enjoy live music and a schnapps bar (legal drinking age)

Free Kids Activities

Kids Workshop, Puppet shows, Skating, Free Gummy Bear samples (1 Day event),Ice sculptures, Horse-Carriage Rides and more

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Santa Claus Parades in Ontario 2016 Check Cities, Dates and Times

source: Flicker, Santa Parade Toronto

The holiday season is very magical for children and many communities kick of the holiday season with their annual Santa Parade.
Most small and all large cities in Ontario are offering their own Santa Parades or Festival of Light Parades, starting as early as mid-November.
In smaller rural communities (like mine) the Santa Claus Parades are comprised of school floats, local marching bands, local Food Banks and community floats.  For several years, my children have helped decorate the floats for their schools and clubs and had the honour of being on one of the floats during the Parade.

If you live in a large city like Windsor or Toronto, your Parades may be  quite a bit more elaborate with professional decorations and balloon animation.
Small or big, I am sure the Parades mentioned will be enjoyed by everyone. Each year old and young are crowding the sidewalks, waiting to see  Santa and Mrs. Claus roll by in their sleigh, spreading a jolly Hohoho Christmas cheer.

 Are you looking to attend a Santa Parade in your area?  On my Events calendar page, you can find all the 2015 Parade dates and times.  If your city is not mentioned, please drop me a line, and I will gladly add it.
Please view the Events Calendar here. to get all the dates and times

Update: dates for the 2016 Santa Parades in Ontario keep coming in. Parades dates that are unconfirmed are marked with na. Please come back and check for updates on these cities and events.

To make locating your favourite Santa Parade easier we have decided to list Parades alphabetically rather than by dates. Simply scroll down to find your city.

Santa Parades in Southwest Ontario and GTA

Acton  – Sat, November 19th, 2016

Ajax  – November 26, 2016 6:00 PM
Amherstburg  – November 26, 2016. Visit the big guy Santa afterwards at Toddy Jones Park.6 pm, Free
Angus 
- November 21st  10 a.m.
Arthur – November 29th 7 p.m.,Opti-Mrs. Santa Claus Night Parade
Aurora   –  Saturday, November 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bolton – December 3rd, 2016. The theme is “Christmas Carols”
Bowmanville  –  Nov 12th, www.bowmanvillesantaclausparade.com
Brampton  –  NOVEMBER 19, 2016 at 5PM under the stars,  www.bramptonsantaclausparade.com
Brantford   – November 26th, 2016, Christmas Around The World, /www.brantfordsantaclausparade.ca/
Burlington  – December 4th 2 p.m.
Cambridge  – November 19th  6 p.m. www.cambridgesantaparade.com
Chatham  – November 18th  downtownchatham.com
Chatsworth  – December 17th  10:30 a.m.
Clinton – December 4th 7 p.m.
Dundalk – December 5ht,
Elora 
- Nov 28th
Essex – December 12th 6:30 p.m.
Etobicoke  – December 5th  10 a.m.
Flamborough – November 28th, 6:30pm – www.flamboroughsantaclausparade.com
Fergus  – December 05, 01:30 PM  to 03:00 PM
Forest  – November 28, 2015 at 7pm
Frankford Saturday, November 28th, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Georgetown  – November 21st, 5 p.m.
Goderich  – November 21
Guelph  – November 15th at 1.30pm
Grand Valley  – November 28th  www.townofgrandvalley.ca
Hanover Kinsmen  – na
Harrow  – December 6th  7 p.m.
Hespler  – na hespelersantaclausparade.ca
Kincardine – December 5th
Kingsville  – November 21st
Kitchener Waterloo  – November 21st
London  –  November 14th, www.londonsantaclausparade.ca
Lucknow – November 27th 7 p.m.
Markham  – November 28th 11 a.m. www.mainstreetmarkham.com/santa-claus-parade
Meaford  –n.a.
Milton  – November 15th 1:30 p.m. www.miltonsantaclausparade.ca
Mississauga  – November 29th 1 p.m., www.mississaugasanta.com
Mount Forest  – December 5th  7 p.m.
Newcastle – na
Newmarket – November 15th  11 a.m..
Oakville  – November 21th 9 am www.oakvillesantaclausparade.ca
Orangeville – November 14th 5 p.m.,
Oshawa 
 – November 21nd  6 p.m.
Owen Sound 
– November 21st  10 a.m., www.owensoundsantaparade.com
Paisley  – November 27th, 7pm
Pickering  – November 28th  10 am
Port Elgin  – November 28th  7 p.m.
Port Perry – December 6th 5 p.m.
Richmond Hill  – November 22  1:30 p.m., www.richmondhill.ca
Rockwood Parade of Lights – December 10th  7 p.m., www.rockwoodfarmersparade.org
Sarnia  – December 5th 6 p.m., Sarnia Kinsmen Christmas Parade Of Lights
Schomberg – December 6th 4 p.m. Main Street Christmas, www.schomberg.ca
Seaforth  –
Southampton – December 4th 7 p.m.
St. Mary’s Kinsmen Club Parade of Lights  – November 13th  7 p.m.
St. Thomas – November 21st, 6 p.m., www.optimistsantaclausparade.com
Stoney Creek  – December 5th 2 p.m., www.santaparadestoneycreek.com
Stratford  – November 22rd  4:30 p.m.
Sutton – December 5th 5 p.m.
Toronto  – November 15th  12:30p.m., www.thesantaclausparade.com
Tobermory   –
Uxbridge  – November 21st  11 a.m., www.uxbridgesantaclausparade.com
Vaughan  – November 22nd  2 p.m., www.santafestinmaple.com
Walkerton  – November 28th  7 p.m.
Whitby  – December 5th  10 a.m., www.whitbyparade.com
Wiarton – December 5th  7 p.m.
Windsor  – December 5th  6 p.m.
Woodstock  – November 21st,  6 p.m.
Zurich Lighted  – November 30th  5:30 p.m.

 view our Ontario Events Calendar

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Santa Parades are highlighted in red on the calendar. Some of the Parades start around 10 or 11 am, while many Parades are in the evening.

Santa Parades in the Hamilton and Niagara Region 

Fort Erie  – November 21nd  12 p.m.
Grimsby  – December 5th  5:15 p.m.,  www.grimsbyparade.ca
Hamilton  – November 21st  2 p.m., hamiltonsantaparade.com
Niagara Falls  – November 14th  11 a.m.
Niagara on the Lake  – December 12th  11 a.m.
Pelham  – December 12th  1 p.m.
Port Colborne  – December 5th, 6:30 p.m.
St. Catherines  – November 22  2:30p.m.
Thorold  – November 28th  4 p.m., thorold-santaparade.com/
Welland  – November 21st  4 p.m.
West Lincoln  – November 28th  2 p.m.

Santa Parades in East Ontario Region

Pembroke of Lights – November 28th  5:30 p.m.
Kingston – November 21st   5 p.m.
Almonte – December 6th  5 p.m.
Belleville – November 15th   
4:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Brockville – November 28th  2 p.m.
Bloomfield  
- November 27th  6:30 pm
Carleton Place – November 28th  5 p.m.
Cornwall  – November 21sth 5 p.m.,www.cornwallsantaclausparade.com
Deep River of Lights – December 5th  5:30 p.m.
Gananoque  – November 28th  4:30 p.m.
Merrickville  –
Napanee  – December 5th
Pakenham  – December 5th  1 p.m.
Perth 
 – December 5th  5 p.m.
Picton 
 – November 29th  2 p.m.,facebook.com/PictonSantaClausParade
Prescott Light Up The Night Christmas Parade – November 20th 7 p.m.
Smiths Falls  – www.smithsfalls.ca
Stittsville  Parade of Lights– November 28th  6 p.m.
Trenton, November 29th, 2015 4:30 p.m.

Northern Ontario, Muskoka & Algonquin Santa Parades

Alliston – November 21st 6 p.m.
Apsley – November 22nd  2 p.m.
Bala – November 15th   1 p.m.
Barrie 
 – November 15th  5 p.m.
Bancroft  
- Lions Club December 5th
Madawaska Valley November 21st Lions Club,
Bobcaygeon  – December 12th  5 p.m.
Bracebridge Kinsmen 
 –  December 6th 1 p.m., bracebridgesantaparade.com
Bradford West Gwillimbury  – November 15th  6 pm
Cobourg 
- November 16th  2 p.m.
Coldwater – December 6th 5 p.m.
Collingwood   – November 22nd   500 pm
Cookstown   -
 November 15th  6 p.m.
Espanola  – November 29th 7 p.m.
Dryden – December 5th 6:30 p.m.
Gore Bay  – December 6th   7 p.m.
Fenelon Falls  – November 28th   5 p.m. www.santaday.ca
Gravenhurst  
- November 28th  11 a.m.
Huntsville  – November 27th  7 p.m.
Kenora – Kinsmen November 28th  5:30 p.m.
Kirkland Lake  – November 27th 7 p.m.
Lindsay – November 22nd 2 p.m., www.lindsayparade.com
Midland – November 28th  11 a.m.
Minden Hills– November 21st
North Bay – November 22nd
Orillia 
- November 22nd
Parry Sound 
– November 28th .
Peterborough 
 – December 5th
Port Carling – November 21st
Port Hope  – November  28th  www.porthopesantaclausparade.ca
Sault Ste. Marie  Rotary – 
November 21st.
Sudbury 
 – November 21st
Thunder Bay  Rotary – November 21st .
Timmins  – November 7th 6 p.m.
Wasaga Beach 
– November 28th

Ottawa Area Santa Parades 

Arnprior – November 29th  6 p.m.

Eganville – December 13th
Ottawa Parade – November 21st , www.toyparade.org
Kanata  – November 14th  10 a.m.
Barrhaven  – November 23rd  5:30 a.m,www.santaclausbarrhaven.com
Gatineau  – November 28th  7 p.m., www.paradehohoho.com
Orleans  – November 28th  6 p.m., www.paradeoflights.org

Niagara Festival of Lights

Some of the cities also offer a seasonal Holiday of Lights show , which may start on or around the same time.

Try to take in some of these beautiful displays that illuminate a park or street. They are a fun, free and seasonal tradition for many Canadians

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 About Camp Day

About Camp Day

If you enjoyed summers at the lake, cottage or your family was taking you to the beach, you know how much fun summer vacations can be. Unfortunately, not all children can spend carefree days doing summer activities like swimming, fishing and camping.
This is where the Tim Horton’s Fundraiser for children from disadvantaged families comes in.
Last year, 2013 Tim Hortons customers and donors helped raise $11 million in 2012 on Camp Day.

With this amount, the foundation was able to send over 15,000 happy kids from disadvantaged homes on an awesome camping adventure. Camps foster a fun environment where kids can enjoy in and outdoor activities that build self-esteem and confidence

Read more about the Tim Hortons Children’s Foundation here

The hope for this year is to raise enough money to send more than 16,000 children to camp.

There are five different camp locations across Canada and one in the US

Camps can be found in Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia and Kentucky.

To view the camp locations, click here

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Home Depot Workshops for Kids – 

The next free workshop coming up is:

Kids will learn how to build a Christmas Napkin Holder

when: Saturday November 21st, 2015
time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Build Holiday Stacking Blocks

When: Saturday December 5th, 2015
Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cost: Free
Kids will learn how to build a these projects using a hammer and glue

If you go:

Visit www.homedepot.ca/workshops and register now.

More info on Home Depot Workshops:

Home Depot workshops are Free and they are recommended for kids from 4 to 12 years of age
All materials needed to complete a project are provided by your local Home Depot store. Please note your child must be accompanied by an adult to participate.

The Home Depot offers DIY workshops for kids that are a free, fun and educational way to spend a Saturday morning or afternoon. They are being held once per month on the second Saturday.

What I love about the workshops is that the projects not only teach skills, but the final product is actually useful and will come in handy!
Workshop often coincide with special occasions like Mother’s Day, Valentine’s, Father’s Day and give children the chance to make gifts for a special someone in their life.

example of workshops and projects included these Build a:

Football Toss Game

Load n’go Truck

 Chalkboard Planter Stand

Heart Box

Build a Picket Fence Frame

Chalkboard Door Hanger

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Toronto Eaton Centre Events

Event Update:

Santa has arrived at the Log Cabin and is eager to meet your children!
Bring the kids to meet jolly and cheerful Santa, get your picture taken and listen to Santa read a Christmas story.
You may also book ahead to avoid line-ups and a long wait!

If your child has autism, you could book a special Santa visit, You even have a choice to book a “Sensitive Santa.”
This program has smaller crowds and less wait time!

Santa Log Cabin Dates and Times
November 12th to Thursday, December 24, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Cost: Santa’s Log Cabin is $10 per child and two free adults per child. All proceeds from Santas cabin will go to local charities.(Autism Speaks, Covenant House and Women’s College Hospital Foundation!

Santas Log Cabin program is recommended for children ages 3-8 years, but everyone is welcome.

Get details www.cfshops.com/toronto-eaton-centre

Winter fashion has arrived, and Holiday shopping sales are in full swing! This is the perfect time to hit the Eaton centre to freshen up your wardrobe. and to check out some of the seasonal sales and specials offered by vendors and take in a free event or two!

It seems like there is always something going on at the Toronto Eaton Centre and we have the newest
events, free sample giveaways and demos listed above.

Did you know that the Eaton Centre is celebrating it’s 35th Birthday this year?
Build in the heart of the city, the Eaton Centre has provided years of style, culture and deals!
Below I have added some helpful links and info including Mall hours and Social Media connects.
Toronto Eaton Centre Hours

Mon-Fri 10:00am – 9:30pm
Sat 9:30am – 9:30pm
Sun 10:00am – 7:00pm

New official web page at www.cfshops.com/toronto-eaton-centre

 Social Media and Promotions

Want to stay on top of new events and promotions?

I have found a Fan page at Facebook.com/CFTorontoEatonCentre

Popular Events at Toronto Eaton Center

You can count on these great annual events to bring fun and entertainment to Kids and Adults

Disney Store for a Halloween Party
Dress up as your favourite Disney Character and come out for a Halloween Dress Rehearsal at Disney Store!
There will be crafts, games and a costume parade and a FREE Halloween surprise!
When: Friday, October 16 5:30 pm – 7 pm Saturday, October 17 11 am – 12:30 pm, limited space

Facebook.com/torontoeatoncentre

Previous Hot Events

UFC Free Fan Event

The UFC 189 World Tour – free Press Conference, starting at 4pm in MAC Court!

Town Shoes Event

Looking for the newest in footwear fashion? Stop by on Saturday for the sponsored event from Town Shoes.
Enjoy live music, free rides on the Shoe-aholic streetcar and fashion tips from style expert Peter Papapetrou

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 Fairview Mall Toronto Events and What’s happening this Month

Holiday shopping season has started at the Fairview Mall

Santa will arrive on November 13th at 11 am!

Come on out an greet Santa makes his grand arrival at the CF Fairview Mall

Santa’s Hours
Monday – Friday 11am – 8pm
Saturday 10am – 8pm
Sunday 11am – 5pm
Christmas Eve 9am – 3pm
Storytime with Santa
Visit Santa for some old-fashioned holiday stories, every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning from November 16th – December 9th at 11am.

Pet Photos with Santa
Take your pets to see Santa’ at the Village on November 22nd, 29th and December 6th for pet photos with Santa! From 7-9pm.

Coming soon, BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
NEW FOR 2015 – Join CF Fairview Mall and Moxie’s on December 6th for a breakfast with Santa. The event also features children’s activities, music, and more!

view all holiday events here

Built in 1970, the 3-level Fairview Mall offers 175 stores and has all your popular retailers, a food court and a number of Restaurants, including Druxy’s, Moxie’s Classic Grill, St. Louis Bar & Grill, Michel’s Baguette, Spring Rolls and Z-Teca Gourmet Burritos

If You Go:

Fairview Mall is located on 1800 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M2J 5A7

Map & get your directions here

Fairview Mall Hours

Mon-Fri 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sat 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Sun 11:00 AM to  7:00 PM

Connect with Fairview Mall

website at Fairviewmall.ca

on Facebook.com/FairviewMall

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Cineplex Movie Theaters Deals – Get Free Promotions & Ticket Discounts

Save at the Movies this month: Also back, the Cineplex gift card bonus offer view here

The Cineplex Community Day is coming up!

This means free admission for you and your family and cheap popcorn too! Also, to top it off, all proceeds from concession purchases will be donated to the Free The Children Foundation.

When: October 24th starting at 8;30 am

Mark the dates in your calendar now and check the schedule and featured movies at www.cineplex.com/Promos/CommunityDay

Enjoy more Cineplex Movie deals on Family Favourites Saturdays:

If you go:

When: Saturdays at 11 am

Cost: $2.99 per ticket

view the details and schedule here

participating Cineplex.com locations in Ontario, view here

Want FREE Movie tickets? Read my article How To Get Free Cinema Tickets

It’s back!

One of my favourite Cineplex summer promotion is the  Cineplex gift card bonus offer.

It’s a super win deal, where you can purchase $30 in Cineplex gift cards and receive a number of nice free perks, including the following:

• Buy one and get one free Movie Admission
• Free regular sized Popcorn
• Free ticket upgrade
• earn 100 Scene bonus points

Visit Cineplex.com/3free and your package a www.cineplex.com/Promos/CineplexGiftPack here

These make great little “passing gifts” for your special teens and of course, I always buy a gift card for myself!

How to Save Money at The Movies

Do you and your Family love to visit the Movies?
Cineplex locations in Ontario often have some great deals and promotions that allow for very reasonable and sometimes free admission prices.
My Family of 5 loves a good flick, and since I like to save a buck, I always hunt for a great deal  at the Cinema.
Below are some ways to save on your next trip to the movies and I will update:

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Halloween Haunted Houses in Ontario and Fun Events Guide for 2015

These haunted houses are the stuff nightmares are made of.

Experience thrills, chills and terror. Most Haunted houses are for the fearless only! Dare to enter the attractions listed below and expect some sleepless nights ahead!

Note, if you have smaller children, you may want to check out my list of family-friendly Halloween events. These attractions are better suited for smaller children. Bring your little ghosts and goblins and enjoy some spooky fun.

All ages:

Trenton, Arena, BOOFEST – Halloween Party! Saturday, October 31st, 2015 5:00 – 8:00 pm Lots of candies, ghost stories, games, colouring, Event is free.

Older Children, teens and adults only

Bingeman`s Scream Park: This is one of Canada`s most terrifying Haunts. Come and be prepared to run from the dead. Will you be the one to chicken out www.screampark.ca. Not recommended for under 12 years or age or persons who are easily frightened

Fort Henry Fort-Fright – Go on a Haunted Walk and explore the Fort`s dark tunnels at night.

Canadas Wonderland  Fright Night for teens and adults with terrifying mazes, zombie ride and ghouls and monsters everywhere

Kitchener-Waterloo Fear Farm. This is not your average Haunted house. We are talking about a 100-acre farm here that is filled with haunts, frights, zombies stalking the dark cornfield and a haunted hayride. Leave Grandpa and Grampa at home and bring your adrenaline and lots of courage. www.fearfarm.ca

Black Creek Pioneer Village, Toronto: Go on a Ghost Walk through the Haunted Village and explore paranormal activity in the buildings at Black Creek. Visit the cemetery, the ghost in Burwick House, the lady in yellow and hear tales from beyond. Not suitable for children. Blackcreek.ca

Note, Many local groups and communities may be hosting Haunted Houses in your area and often they are supporting charities or another great cause. You might want to check local newspapers for these listings and for many more scary attractions

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Lowes Ontario: FREE Build & Grow Clinics For Children

Lowes Ontario is offering Free workshops for children.

The next workshop is coming up on October 10th, and children will be able to make a

 Haunted Bird house.

This one looks super-cool and a little bit creepy!

Visit the official website for Lowes Build and Grow Clinics: www.lowes.ca

Find a store location in Ontario here

More information about this project:

What:

The so-called Build and Grow Clinics are free, and they offer hands-on fun, educational activities.
Your children will be able to make toys and crafts with their own hands, and the best part is they are free to make and take home! Plus, there will be a Free apron and project patch provided at every clinic!

Ages: This activity is recommended for Kids from Grade 2 to Grade 5

When: Lowes Build And Grow Clinics are happening in every store once per month at 10 am

Sign up:  You can register at the Customer Service booth in stores the same day or pre-register to avoid disappointment!

Spaces limited to 50 Kids per store.

upcoming dates are:

November 14th, Christmas Ornament

December 12th Holiday train engine

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October Festivals and events in Ontario bring plenty of fall entertainment for the whole family.
Farmer’s Markets are still open with fresh offerings of local apples, cabbages, pumpkins, gourds and fall produce.
Enjoy Harvest and Pumpkin Festivals as well as the increasingly popular German style October fests.
Everyone will love a visit to a corn maze and pumpkin patch.
Towards the end of October kids and teens can look forward to Halloween fun like Haunted houses, walks and Halloween wagon rides at dusk.

Visit a Farm in Ontario and enjoy challenging Corn Mazes, Pumpkin patches, Pick Your Own Apples , Fall Harvest Festivals and playlands for the kids. View our list of Ontario Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes

Head to your local Conservation areas and marvel at the beautiful Fall colours

while they last!

Octoberfest events are being held starting this weekend on October, 9th. Enjoy free breakfast, a Thanksgiving Parade, carnivals and of course great German food and entertainment

Fall into Nature at Halton Conservation.
Weekends (October 3–4) and (October 10–12).
Come out and enjoy the brilliant fall colours and take part in activities. Events are scheduled at Crawford Lake, Hilton Falls, Rattlesnake Point, Kelso, Mountsberg, Robert Edmondson. and Mount Nemo,
Chairlift rides to the escarpment, wagon rides, Birds of prey shows
Children’s activities, BBQs  and more! www.conservationhalton.ca/fallintonature

Pumpkinfest Toronto, October 11th – October 12th,

Farmers Market, Carnival, Art Show, Vendors, Pumpkin Patch and much more, www.pumpkinfesttoronto.com,

Toronto Zoo: Visit the Zoo and enjoy some fall and Halloween fun for all ages.

Celebrate Fall Event: Saturday, October 10 to Monday, October 12, 2015, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Toronto Boo At The Zoo: October 24, October 25, October, 30 and October 31, 2015
11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Free Admission (kids 12 yrs and younger)

Family Friendly Halloween Events: These Ontario attractions are offering more spooky Halloween fun for children

Legoland Discovery Centre Toronto: Kids can take part in Halloween Themed activities, games and challenges at the

during the month of October (weekends)

• December 12, 2016: Bobcaygeon Santa Clause Parade
• December 12, 2016: Essex Santa Parade 2015
• December 13, 2016: Eganville Santa Claus Parade
• January 30, 2017: Acton Winter Carnival 2016
• November 19, 2017: Brampton Santa Parade
• November 26, 2017: Ajax Santa Parade

stay tuned for these 2016 October events

Markham Fall Fair   October 1, 2015 to October 4, 2015. One of Ontario’s oldest fairs, this yearly Agricultral event is fun for the whole family. Features Vendors, live Entertainment, Music, Midway, Amazing Farm Animals, Livestock Demos, Freestyle Motocross Demonstration, Magician Show, Dance Groups, Talent Shows, Bee Tent, Fireworks At Dusk and so much more markhamfair.ca

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