The days are getting longer and spring is in the air… and as always, our April on the Cheap list features a roundup of the absolute best things to do with kids throughout the month – all for free (or almost). Earth Day and Spring festivities are kicking into high gear!
Here are some of the awesome free and cheap events for April.
Cineplex Family Favourites – April
Join Cineplex on Saturday mornings at 11:00 am for Family Favourites. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.99. It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family. More
Free Admission on Wednesday Nights at the AGO
Weekly on Wednesdays
The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is an art museum in Toronto’s Downtown Grange Park district, on Dundas Street West between McCaul Street and Beverley Street. Its collection includes more than 80,000 works spanning the 1st century to the present-day. The gallery has 45,000 square metres (480,000 sq ft) of physical space, making it one of the largest galleries in North America. More
Rouge Park Guided Walks
Various dates in April
Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people! Free admission. More
Evergreen Brick Works Scavenger Hunt
Daily in April
Explore Evergreen Brick Works and discover new things about the site, its history and the Don Valley where we’re located. You’ll leave with a better sense of what this wonderful place is all about. We have three different hunts, one for families with children aged 3-6, one for children aged 7-10, and a Photo Scavenger Hunt for teens and adults. Free (small suggested donation). More
Weekend Nature Play in The Children’s Garden at Evergreen Brickworks
Weekends in April
This unique and dynamic program and space requires parents and guardians to supervise their children while co-creating a magical world of possibilities alongside our team of Nature Play Animators. April Theme: Earth Month – During Earth month, we explore and celebrate planet Earth and the different plants and animals which call it home. More
Primetime for Kids
Wednesdays in April
Every Wednesday evening until June, kids from Kindergarten to Grade Six can join us for PrimeTime. This is a free event for the Scarborough-Agincourt community, that takes place at Lynngate Public School. Kids will enjoy exciting games, prizes, songs and stories. More
April Weekends at Scarborough Museum
Weekends in April
Spring has sprung so toss on a light jacket, drop in to Scarborough Museum and get ready for some fun! Go on a scavenger hunt and make a flower craft. Be sure to enjoy delicious chocolate cream puffs with spiced chocolate tea. Admission is Free – Pay What You Can. More
Spectacle of Lights on Toronto’s Waterfront
Until April 2019
Witness three stunning illuminated sights this holiday season during the Spectacle of Lights on Toronto’s Waterfront. See the Toronto Music Garden come alive with a fully-animated lighting experience where music notes, harps and canopy will be shining bright over 39,000 long-life, low-energy LED lights. More
Solar Observing at Ontario Science Centre
April 6, 2019
Safely observe the sun with specially filtered telescopes. Learn about our nearest star and try your eye at spotting exotic surface features, including sunspots, spicules and prominences. This program is offered by members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Free admission. More
Sunday FUNday – Archives Awareness at Oshawa Museum
April 7, 2019
To celebrate Archives Awareness Week, the Oshawa Museum will help you explore our City’s past through artefacts from our archival collection. Find out where some of your favourite places in downtown Oshawa are on an 1877 Historical Atlas. Kids can work with Museum staff to colourize photos and put together puzzle maps. More
Power Kids: Free Kids Activities
April 7, 2019
These FREE arts workshops for children ages 7-12 begin with a tour of the gallery and conclude with an art activity, inspired by the ideas behind the current exhibition. Tours and workshops are led by Amanda Foulds, Power Kids Family Programs Coordinator and assisted by Erica Cristobal, Power Kids Teaching Assistant. Show Your Spots – Participants in this workshop are invited to transform themselves into an animal by making a mask using paper, fabric and other mixed media. More
Community Jams at Solar Stage
April 7, 2019
FREE events where everyone can enjoy participating in the arts in a relaxed communal setting. On April 7, Dance Jams with Amanda Cordner. All ages. Free. More
Bowmore “Make It!” Fair
April 13, 2019
This one-day event showcases Makers in all forms: do-it-yourself electronics, craft hacking & more. It is a chance for vendors and non-profit organizations who promote DIY and Maker projects to share their knowledge with hands-on fun! More
Build a Bird House at Home Depot
April 13, 2019
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own birdhouse. This FREE Hands-on Workshops is designed for children ages 5 to12. More
Power Kids: Free Kids Activities
April 14, 2019
These FREE arts workshops for children ages 7-12 begin with a tour of the gallery and conclude with an art activity, inspired by the ideas behind the current exhibition. Tours and workshops are led by Amanda Foulds, Power Kids Family Programs Coordinator and assisted by Erica Cristobal, Power Kids Teaching Assistant. On the Map – In this workshop, each participant in this workshop will draw a bird’s-eye view of their community that connects with their neighbour’s drawing. Once complete, the whole drawing will be photographed and then cut up so each individual can take home their illustrated section. More
Community Jams at Solar Stage
April 14, 2019
FREE events where everyone can enjoy participating in the arts in a relaxed communal setting. Story Jams with M. John Kennedy – Sponsored by TD Bank. Free. All ages. More
Easter Eggstravaganza Family Event
April 19, 2019
Join us for our annual Easter Eggstravaganza Family Event in the countryside of Richmond Hill! An outdoor afternoon of family Easter Fun! Free admission. More
Toronto Beaches Good Friday Easter Egg Hunt & Parade
April 19, 2019 and April 21, 2019
The second annual Good Friday Easter Egg Hunt will take place Friday, April 19th in Kew Gardens starting at 11am – 2pm. There will be FREE face painting and children’s entertainment featuring Peppa Pig and Sonshine & Broccoli. Plus, age-grouped egg hunt activities. BYOBasket. Don’t miss out on the special visit from the Easter Bunny too. Free. More
Easter Eggstravaganza at Bridlewood Mall
April 20, 2019
Celebrate Easter with Team T&J and The Easter Bunny! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with a special musical performance and free meet and greet and photos with the Easter Bunny himself! Free admission. More
International Children’s Day – Multicultural Dance and Art Festival
April 20, 2019
Children from different cultural backgrounds will come together and celebrate the day with shows, folk dances and share their folk music. The program will consist of a variety of entertaining shows. Fun-fair activities such as clowns, face painting, popcorn and cotton candy stations, balloon sculpting and multicultural art shows by the communities will also take place where children have the opportunity to interact with each other, enjoy the day and make friends all while being integrated to the highly cultural diversity found in Canada. Free admission. More
Community Jams at Solar Stage
April 21, 2019
FREE events where everyone can enjoy participating in the arts in a relaxed communal setting. On April 21, Play Cafe with EmmaClaire Brightly. All ages. Free. More
Earth Day Celebration at Toronto Botanical Garden
April 27, 2019
Come celebrate Earth Day at Toronto Botanical Garden! Help plant the Teaching Garden, create nature crafts, listen to nature-themed stories, ride the blender bike and more! More
Community Cleanup Day at Fort York
April 27, 2019
Clean Toronto together! Join 200,000 residents, students, businesses, organizations and community groups for the 16th annual city-wide cleanup of public spaces. Help the team at Fort York National Historic Site to clean part of our 43-acres of greenspace, and enjoy complimentary same-day admission to visit the museum! This year’s Community Cleanup Day at Fort York falls on the Saturday of our Battle of York Weekend. We will provide garbage bags, water, and coffee. Please provide your own boots, gloves, rakes and/or shovels. More
The Plant Faire at RBG
April 27, 2019
RBG is proud to present its second annual Plant Faire, a great way to get a head start on the gardening season, find unique plants for your home garden, and speak to passionate gardening professionals. Free admission. Donations welcome. More
Go to the Kids’ World of Energy Festival at Evergreen Brick Works
April 27, 2019
Wind turbines, solar cars, pinwheels, solar bracelets and more! Spend the day enjoying activities, games, and conversations focused on energy and sustainability. Free admission. More
Toronto Zoo E-Waste Collection Day
April 27, 2019 to April 28, 2019
Bring your e-waste to the Toronto Zoo on Saturday, April 27, 2019 or Sunday April 28, 2019 and help support Gorilla Awareness Weekend and great ape conservation. All donations from the event are in support of PhoneApes and will be responsibly recycled in Ontario. Collection will be located at the drop-off-loop at the zoo’s front entrance from 9:30am to 3:00pm. Entry to the Zoo is not required to donate any old electronics. More
Earth Day at Downsview Park
April 28, 2019
For more than 15 years, Earth Day at Downsview Park has been a go-to event for families looking to get involved in the world’s largest environmental movement. This year, the Park is excited to celebrate another Earth Day with a day-long event that promises to be bigger and better than ever! This year, we’re offering a host of new and family-friendly activities. Free. More
More Free Events in April
Our Events Calendar is always updated so there may be more free and cheap events taking place in April. CLICK HERE to get a list from our Calendar of Events. It’s already been sorted by Free Events for the month.