November, that grey month where the fall colours disappear and cloudy skies and darker evenings take over, thanks to daylight savings. The s-word (snow) is not far behind. But have no fear, the city’s calendar is bright with new family-friendly events and destinations where your teens to tag along.
November with kids and teens in TOw
1.E.T. in Concert – This family-friendly performance by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra is hands-down one of my favourite experiences when my eldest was a kid in TOw. Very different from when I first saw E.T. as a kid,watching the movie and listening to the record (yes, record) that came with the children’s book. This generation of kids in TOw get to experience E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial on the big screen with the score performed live by the TSO. E.T. in Concert Nov 7 & 8, Roy Thomson Hall
2. Run Terry Run – The new documentary on Terry’s iconic Marathon of Home is out and there is a special screening with live score performed by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Run Terry Run – Live in Concert Nov 10, Roy Thomson Hall.
3. Royal Agricultural Winter Fair – Horse shows, rodeos, butter sculptures and Amanda Marshall. Need we say more? The Royal is a full day or multi-day experience for the whole fam. Nov 7-16, Exhibition Place
4. Shrek the Musical – Shrek and friends come together for a fun-filled musical adventure at the Young People’s Theatre. The performance is great for kids 6-and-up. On from Nov 13 – Dec 30, Young People’s Theatre
5. City of T.O. Drop-in Skating – Outdoor rinks scheduled to open at the end of November. Yes, that’s this month. Keep your eye out for opening day. End of Nov
6. Toronto Sceptres – Speaking of ice time, Toronto’s Professional Women’s Hockey League team the Toronto Sceptres kick off their season on Nov 17th. The first home game is against the Boston Fleet on Nov 29th, Coca Cola Coliseum
Trip Tip: For the kids in TOw, there are Sceptres Day-off School Clinics – first one running is U11 and U13 on Nov 28th.
7. Distillery Winter Village – The annual Christmas market at the Distillery District returns with festival lights, food, shopping and live performances to get you into the holiday spirit. You can expect lots of holiday photo ops and Santa’s Village inside the atrium of Soulpepper Theatre. Starting Nov 13, Distillery District
Trip Tip: Time your visit to take in Soulpeppers’ Bad Hats Narnia (a musical retelling of C.S. Lewis’ tale) on from Nov 18-Dec 28.
8. Robin Hood: A very Merry Family Musical – This year audiences are invited to join Robin and her friends through merry old Torontoshire. (Recommended for 3+). The family-friendly holiday panto by the Canadian Stage Nov 27-Jan 4. The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
9. Santa Claus Parade – It’s a Toronto tradition since 1905. This year’s edition takes place on Sunday, Nov 23 You can also watch it on youtube. The Holly Jolly Fun Run – a festive 5K – runs along the parade route 45 min before the parade starts. Runners must be 8+ and must be accompanied by an adult if 10 or under. No strollers.
10. Calvacade of Lights – The annual event, kicking off with the lighting of the Christmas tree, takes place at Nathan Phillips Square, Nov 29-Jan 6
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