15+ Amazing Things To Do With Kids This March Break In Toronto

A magical March Break adventure is taking over Casa Loma with Imagine Dragons March Break at the Castle, running from March 14–21. This immersive daytime experience transforms the historic landmark into a fantasy world of dragons, live theatrical shows, aerial performances, and interactive storytelling, with families journeying through the castle and its 800-foot tunnel to the Dragon’s Lair in the stables.

For those with any gamers in the family, considering a visit to Hotel X Toronto’s Retro Arcade pop-up this March Break and play some of the best arcade games of the 80s and 90s, including Dance Dance Revolution, Street Fighter, and Mario Kart. The pop-up ends on March 22, so catch it before it’s gone!

Get artsy this March Break at the Art Gallery of Ontario, which runs from March 14–22, transforming the museum into a family-friendly hub of creativity with hands-on artmaking, interactive gallery adventures, and live performances included with admission. Kids can grab a free AGO PLAY booklet, create collaborative drawings, design paper cameras, and build glowing sculptures, while Toronto garage band Lego Money rocks Walker Court on select dates.

Add a touch of creativity to March Break this year with Little Canada’s Build-a-Tiny-Tree Workshop, running March 16–20. In this hands-on, 60-minute session, guests craft their own miniature tree using the same materials the attraction’s Makers use, then choose to either take it home or leave it to be planted in the tiny world. The $10 workshop (with valid admission) also supports a real tree being planted in Canada through partner One Tree Planted, making it a small act with a big impact.

ILLUMINITE is back in Toronto on Downtown Yonge from February 13 to March 8, 2026, once again lighting up the neighbourhood with dazzling art and interactive fun. Now in its third year, the annual winter festival transforms the area into a vibrant playground inspired by the theme “PLAY,” featuring immersive installations across five locations.

With over 10km of walking trails, the Toronto Zoo is a great way to burn off some March Break energy. Visitors can explore five indoor tropical pavilions, meet over 3,000 animals, and enjoy special programming included with admission, from interactive biodiversity pop-ups with the Ontario Science Centre to PAW Patrol™ meet-and-greets and the blooming Orchid Oasis in the Greenhouse.

This March Break, you can get up close and personal with thousands of aquatic animals at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, from the colourful fish at Rainbow Reef to the otherworldly jellyfish at Planet Jellies. Kids and adults alike will get to learn things you never knew before through interactive, hands-on experiences, animal encounters, and various events you can find on their website.

Bring the little ones to check out Lumiere: The Art of Light this March Break, which runs February 16 through March 27, 2026. The multisensory show features 14 installations by Ontario-based artists along the William G. Davis Trail.

This March Break, visit The Village at Black Creek and experience the sweet tradition of maple syrup-making. Take part in Maple Mystery at The Village and step into a sweet whodunit set in the sugarbush. Running March 16–20, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests team up with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson to solve riddles, uncover clues, and explore interactive maple-themed stations while learning how syrup is made and about the Indigenous traditions behind maple sugaring.

March Break at the Royal Ontario Museum takes place from March 14–22 and features hands-on, wildlife photography–inspired fun included with general admission. Families can enjoy activities like a Wild Photo Walk with instant prints, animal face painting, shark-themed discovery stations, interactive sessions with ROM experts, and creative art workshops, plus live performances throughout the week.

If you have any hot chocolate lovers in the family, how about a sweet March Break daytrip? Wilmot Orchards, known for their delicious blueberries, is hosting A Hot Chocolate Affair on March 14, 2026, where guests can sip blueberry hot chocolate and indulge in sweet and savoury bites like finger sandwiches, blueberry roll-ups, cupcakes, and tarts. With a family-friendly seating at 11:30 a.m. and an adults-only experience at 2 p.m., this deliciously indulgent outing is a perfect March Break treat.

Before the season wraps up in mid-March, go for a final skate at Nathan Phillips Square, right by Toronto’s iconic sign! No skates? No worries – you can rent a pair on-site. Afterward, warm up with a hot chocolate from a nearby vendor or indulge in a sweet treat.

This March Break, head outdoors and take the kids to explore Toronto’s largest public park. High Park offers hiking trails, sports facilities, a dog park, playgrounds, and more. The little ones will especially enjoy the zoo, where they can meet animals like bison, reindeer, and capybaras all for free!

Get outside this March Break and head down to Woodbine Beach, where the lifeguard stations have been transformed into striking art installations for the annual Winter Stations exhibition. Running through March 30, this year’s event features five imaginative pieces, including towering sculptural hands, a driftwood wave, mirrored structures, and frozen “ice lens” corridors.

This March Break, Fairmont Royal York is rolling out the red carpet for families with Fairmont Family Moments, a week of playful programming and special perks in the heart of the city. From 50% off a second room to movie nights, arcade games, and a royal three-course “Meal for Monarchs” at REIGN Restaurant & Bar, there’s something for every Little Royal to enjoy. Families can also take advantage of the indoor pool, kid-friendly dining discounts, and exclusive savings to top attractions.