5 things to do this weekend in Toronto: Easter family fun & sweet treats
Posted April 3, 2015 8:52 am.
Last Updated April 3, 2015 9:01 am.
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As our regular series continues, we look at events happening in Toronto this Easter long weekend for a variety of ages and interests.
April 3-6
Springridge Farm Easter Festival: Grab the kids and hop on over to Springridge Farm for a day of wholesome family fun. From egg hunts to puppet shows to petting adorable little furry animals, it’s a day to remember this long weekend. 7256 Bell School Line, Milton. Friday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $12. Springridgefarm.com
Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival: It’s the last weekend to take in the GTA’s sweetest festival! The Bruce Mill Conservation Area once again presents the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival. Take a step back in time with a wagon ride and learn just how that sweet, sweet syrup gets from the tree to your breakfast table. 3291 Stouffville Rd., Whitchurch-Stouffville. Ends Monday. Adults $10, Children and Seniors $6.50. Maplesyrupfest.com
Toronto Beaches Easter Parade: Heading into it’s 49th year, the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade is a staple of this vibrant community and the city. From pipers to floats to treats for the kids, the two-hour parade is capped off by the one and only Easter Bunny! Queen Street East at Munro Park. Sunday, 2 p.m. Beacheslions.com
Brewer’s Backyard Great Friday: Cheers to another long weekend … literally, because once again Brewer’s Backyard is at the Evergreen Brick Works. Make Good Friday a ‘Great Friday’ by enjoying some of Ontario’s best craft brews with friends before you have to face your family this Easter. Admission is free but the beer is not. 550 Bayview Ave. Friday, 12 p.m.- 5 p.m. Brewersbackyard.com
Harry’s Spring Run-Off: Work off some of that Easter dinner and help a good cause at Harry’s Spring Run-Off. The 5k or 8k race through beautiful High Park raises money to fight prostate cancer. Not a big runner? Head over and cheer on those taking part. And remember to dress to impress because the best dressed runner will win a $100 gift certificate to Harry Rosen. 1873 Bloor St. W. Saturday.
Canadarunningseries.com/springrunoff
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