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It can sometimes feel like the busiest time of the year. Thankfully, the Winter Solstice arrives on Sunday, December 21—signifying the longest night and shortest day of the year. ❄ “Solstice” comes from Latin: “sol” (sun) + “stitium” (pause).
December 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Holiday feelings are all around us at KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre–from giggles with friends to buying the perfect gift for those closest to us. 🥰 Come experience the joy of the holidays with us this winter break! ❄ 👉 bit.ly/4eIaJZt

📍 KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre
December 16, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Cuteness level: 💯

📍 KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre
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December 12, 2025 at 10:04 PM
December 10, 2025 at 9:20 PM
We’re looking back on 2025 with so much gratitude! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined us for our free community events:
✨ Indigenous Celebration in June
✨ Celebrate Black Excellence in September
✨ Pride in STEM in November
December 9, 2025 at 6:36 PM
A big thank you to everyone for coming out and to the curious minds who asked important questions like: What does being on a space walk feel like? What fuel do rocketships use? And what happens if you get sick in your space suit?
December 8, 2025 at 10:04 PM
You’re a star, Dr. Dave! 🌠 Yesterday, Canadian astronaut and aquanaut Dr. Dave Williams thrilled visitors with stories about his adventures in space, the ocean and more. 🚀
December 8, 2025 at 10:04 PM
We’re excited to be a part of Burps, Butts and Bones – the new TVO Kids series that makes learning about the human body seriously fun! 📺
December 5, 2025 at 10:45 PM
It’s the season of lights, so what better time to supercharge your understanding of all things electricity?
December 5, 2025 at 10:34 PM
This weekend only at KidSpark at Harbourfront Centre: Build, touch and experiment with interactive exhibits made by TMU New Media students. 🎨 Your kids will be wowed and inspired by these student-made exhibits that tackle big topics like energy and the environment! 🌎
December 4, 2025 at 10:28 PM
2026 is going to be an exciting year for space exploration—and who better to hype us up than astronaut and aquanaut, Dr. Dave Williams? 👨‍🚀🚀

📍 @cfsherway
📆 Sun, Dec 7
⏰ 11am–12:30pm
🎫 Event included with admission
🔗 bit.ly/3BrQAcr
December 3, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Raise your hand if you struggle with dinner ideas! 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Knowing how to prepare a well-rounded meal is a great way to prep your food for the week—and it’s easier than you might think to incorporate healthy options.
December 1, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Making fun memories with the kids 🤝 Getting things crossed off your holiday to-do list

Plus, enjoy 40% off select merchandise until November 30 at both our CF Sherway Gardens and KidSpark at Harbourfront Experiences 🎉

📍 @cfsherway
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November 26, 2025 at 11:12 PM
🚨👨‍🚀 Special offer alert! Canada’s very own Chris Hadfield is in Toronto for his acclaimed variety show, Generator! Hosted by the astronaut-author-musician himself, this event features a secret lineup of some of the world’s best comedians, scientists, artists and musicians.
November 25, 2025 at 11:08 PM
POV: You go from chill 🥶 to chill 😎 on a random Tuesday in November. ☀ We’re soaking up ALL the vacation vibes in Survival: The Exhibition this month. See you there? 😉

📍 CF Sherway Gardens
November 25, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Did you know we have special offers and promotions with partners across Ontario? 🤩 Visit our website to see our current offers, including ones with The Chelsea Hotel, City Sightseeing, Deerhurst Resort—and more!
November 20, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Science is a Drag, Snapshot Photobooth, Suharu Ogawa, The Diner’s Corner and Trash Panda Brass.

A special thank you to presenting sponsor TELUS for helping make accessible, inclusive events like this possible.
November 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Children’s Creative Village, Dawn Made, Dento Dream Foods, Fay and Fluffy, Guy Anabella, Jay Gordon, Minhi Wang, Pride Toronto, QueerSphere, RedsFaunaverse, Sauropsida: Ecology, Conservation and Prehistoric Education, (continued)
November 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
ACUDJ Creative Studio, Another Story Bookshop, Belinda Ageda Arts in Health, Breanne Bevelander, Canadian Association for Girls in Science, Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum Exhibition, Canvas Programs, Catholic Crosscultural Services, (continued)
November 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Thank you to our amazing partners for bringing joy and creativity through fun activities, workshops and performances.
November 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
We loved celebrating Pride in STEM 2025 at Harbourfront Centre! 🔬🌈✨ This free, family-friendly event on November 15 highlighted the important contributions and accomplishments of the 2SLGBTQI+ community in science, technology, engineering and math.
November 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Back by popular demand, Emett’s Dream Machines have arrived for the holiday season at our CF Sherway Gardens Experience! 🤩 Bring the whole family and experience the one-of-a-kind creations today ☕️🛤️

📍CF Sherway Gardens
November 14, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Rosie is ✨that ✨girl.
We’ll be at the Royal Winter Fair all weekend with our very own game show - Family Food! 🛒

📍 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
📆 Friday, Nov 14: 11am & pm
📆 Saturday, Nov 15: 11am & 2pm
📆 Sunday, Nov 16: 11am, 12:30pm & 2pm
💲 Included with admission
🔗 bit.ly/49sSmbG
November 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
On this Remembrance Day, we pause, remember, reflect and honour those who have served, and continue to serve Canada. Thank you.
#lestweforget

📸: Fraizer Dunleavy
November 11, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Who’s ready to be the next contestant on Family Food? Test your food knowledge from your seat or by stepping on stage!

📍 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (Exhibition Place, Enercare Centre, Hall B)
📆 Daily from Friday, November 7 - Sunday, November 16
💲 Included with admission
🔗 bit.ly/49sSmbG
November 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM