Free Things to Do with Kids in Toronto
75 free kid-friendly activities in Toronto. No admission fees — parks, playgrounds, trails, and more. Age ratings and parent tips for every listing.
Highest rated: The Playful Peacock, VIBE Arts, Summer Fun Guide. 23 are indoor. 45 are outdoor. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks
The Playful Peacock
5 starsThe Playful Peacock has a whimsical, colorful atmosphere that makes shopping feel like an adventure. Kids love the playful displays and the fact that
VIBE Arts
5 starsVIBE Arts brings art directly to kids in their own communities through free programs that feel welcoming and fun. Kids love that there's no pressure -
Summer Fun Guide
5 starsThe guide helps families discover programs and activities they wouldn't otherwise find. City-run swimming lessons, sports programs, and camps are list
My Gifted Child
4.9 starsThe store is packed with brain-teasing puzzles, science kits, and building challenges that make kids feel smart. Unlike screen-based entertainment, th
Silly Goose Kids
4.9 starsSilly Goose Kids has a warm, inviting atmosphere where children feel welcome to browse. The toys are fun and colorful, and the store's personality mak
FreeThe Playful Peacock
Ages: 0-10
FreeVIBE Arts
Ages: Best for ages 3-17
FreeSummer Fun Guide
Ages: All ages
FreeMy Gifted Child
Ages: 0-12
FreeSilly Goose Kids
Ages: 0-10
Skyline View
Ages: All ages
POPCORE TORONTO
Ages: 3-16
FreeMabel's Fables Children's Bookstore
Ages: 0-16
FreeGallery Arcturus
Ages: Best for ages 8-17
FreeThe Montessori Room
Ages: 0-10
Riverdale Sunset Vista
Ages: All ages
FreeThe Swag Sisters' Toy Store
Ages: 0-10
FreeTreehouse Collectibles
Ages: Best for ages 6-17
FreeLittle Peeps
Ages: 0-8
Kew-Balmy Beach
Ages: All ages
FreeElla Minnow Children's Bookstore
Ages: 0-16
Neshama Playground
Ages: Best for ages 1-10
Bayview Village Junction Playground and Splashpad
Ages: Best for ages 0-9
Splash pad and park
Ages: Best for ages 0-8
FreeSunnyside Park
Ages: All ages
FreeBalmy Beach Park
Ages: All ages
Water's Edge Promenade
Ages: All ages
Sherbourne Waterfront Edge
Ages: All ages
FreeEdwards Gardens
Ages: All ages (less appealing to teens)
FreeToronto Botanical Garden; Civic Garden Centre Pavilion
Ages: All ages (best for under 10)
Edwards Gardens Park Toronto
Ages: 2-12
FreeJamie Bell Adventure Playground
Ages: 2-10
FreeTreasure Island Toys Ltd
Ages: 0-12
FreeMoorevale Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
FreeJames Gardens
Ages: All ages (less appeal for teens)
FreeHigh Park (Playground + Zoo)
Ages: All ages
FreeToytown
Ages: 2-12
FreeRegent Park Athletic Grounds
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeJune Rowlands Park
Ages: All ages
FreeScooter Girl Toys
Ages: 0-10
FreeHigh Park Wading Pool, Splashpad and Playground
Ages: Best for ages 0-9
FreeToronto Police Museum and Discovery Centre
Ages: 5-16
FreeWychwood Barns Park
Ages: All ages
FreeRiverdale Farm
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeAnga's Farm & Nursery
Ages: 2-10
FreeMacGregor Playground
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeGrange Park
Ages: All ages
FreeOriole Park
Ages: Best for ages 0-11
FreeSackville Playground
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeJurassic Park
Ages: All ages
Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch
Ages: All ages
FreeCassels Avenue Playground
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeScarborough Bluffs
Ages: All ages (supervise near cliff edges)
FreeInteresting Things
Ages: 5-16
FreeMorse Street Playground
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeToronto Botanical Garden
Ages: All ages (less appealing to teens)
FreeWellesley Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
FreePlayful Minds
Ages: 0-10
FreeRiverdale Farm - Meeting House
Ages: 1-10
FreeAllan Gardens
Ages: 2-10
FreeRoundhouse Park
Ages: 1-10
FreeSt. Lawrence Market
Ages: All ages welcome
FreeNathan Phillips Square
Ages: All ages
FreeRouge National Urban Park
Ages: All ages (trail difficulty varies)
FreeSt. James Park
Ages: 1-10
FreeIndigo - Toronto Eaton Centre
Ages: 0-16
FreeMuseum of Toronto
Ages: 6-17
FreeDistillery District
Ages: All ages
FreeLeslie Grove Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-9
FreeKensington Market
Ages: All ages
FreeSugar Beach Park
Ages: All ages
FreeCherry Beach Clarke Beach Park
Ages: All ages
FreeMargaret Fairley Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeThe Market Gallery
Ages: 7-17
FreeKol Kid
Ages: 0-10
FreeMaple Claire Park
Ages: Best for ages 1-8
FreeJune Callwood Park
Ages: Best for ages 0-9
Froggie Park Splash Pad
Ages: Best for ages 0-8
FreeDowntown Diversity Garden
Ages: 2-10
FreeTREEHOUSE TOYS EATON CENTRE
Ages: 3-12
Common Questions
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Toronto?
- Toronto has 75 free family-friendly activities. Top-rated picks include The Playful Peacock, VIBE Arts, Summer Fun Guide, My Gifted Child, Silly Goose Kids. All are free admission — no tickets needed.
- Are there free outdoor activities for kids in Toronto?
- Yes — 45 of the 75 free activities in Toronto are outdoors, including parks, playgrounds, and trails.
- What free activities in Toronto are good for toddlers?
- 69 free activities in Toronto are rated for toddlers (ages 1-3). Parent favorites: The Playful Peacock, VIBE Arts, Summer Fun Guide.
- How many free activities in Toronto are stroller-friendly?
- 64 of the 75 free activities in Toronto are fully stroller-friendly.
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