The leaves are starting to change colour and the weather is growing crisper. Families will soon begin their journeys to celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving with their loved ones.
On the second Monday of October, Canadians across the globe return home to their families to celebrate and express thanks for what they have. With all the family together it’s helpful to plan engaging activities. Here are some fun activities that will keep adults and kids entertained.
Visit a local farm and enjoy the harvest.
Many farms across Canada have charming family attractions. You’ll find things like petting zoos, arts and crafts, corn mazes, tractor rides, pumpkin patches, and more. Many farms also have pumpkins available for purchase, so this is a great time to pick a pumpkin for your Halloween carvings.
Go apple picking!
Thanksgiving is a great weekend for apple picking. Nothing says Canadian Thanksgiving like going to an apple orchard and picking apples straight from the trees. This is also a great opportunity to try the warm apple pies available for sale at most orchards. Don’t forget that pumpkin pie either! Both are staples for a classic Thanksgiving dinner.
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Take in the Fall colours.
Visit any park to take a hike and see all the beautiful colours and foliage the area has to offer. Consider throwing a rake in the trunk of the car to make leaf piles at the park. It’s so fun to jump in the leaves…for adults and the kiddos! Make it a new Canadian Thanksgiving tradition!
Best family attractions Canada.
While we can’t cover all of the amazing things to experience in Canada, we will highlight the best activities in the three largest cities. Get the most out of your Canadian Thanksgiving by visiting these family-friendly places in Toronto, Montreal and Greater Vancouver!
Toronto
Toronto is a large, bustling city with tons to offer. If your Canadian Thanksgiving travels take you to this beautiful city, you won’t be bored!
Be sure to visit the CN Tower, Ripley’s Aquarium and the Toronto Zoo. If those places don’t fill your itinerary, head to Black Creek Pioneer Village, Casa Loma, Distillery District, Royal Ontario Museum or the Ontario Science Centre!
Looking for even more fun in Toronto? Check out more Family-Friendly Adventures in Toronto
Montreal
Montreal is the largest french-speaking city in North America. It is absolutely filled with family-friendly activities! The Voiles en Voiles amusement park is a full day of fun. We highly suggest ropes and climbing course!
If you’re looking for something a little more low key, head to the Montreal Biodome (reopens in 2020). You’ll get to walk through a plethora of biospheres and see more than 4,000 types of plants and animals! Other family activities include the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, La Ronde Amusement Park, the Notre-Dame Basilica and the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History.
And don’t forget about the wonderful French pastries. You’ll want to get your fill before you leave! Hint…pastries are a great addition to any Canadian Thanksgiving dessert table!
Vancouver
Greater Vancouver, British Columbia is the third largest city in Canada with tons of kid-friendly activities. With over 2.4 million people it’s guaranteed to be a hotspot for many a Canadian Thanksgiving. Head to iconic places like Science World, Kids Market, the Greater Vancouver Zoo and Gransville Market.
Gear up for grandchildren.
If you’re a grandparent expecting young visitors this Canadian Thanksgiving, make sure your little guests and their parents have everything they need for an easy going holiday. It’s wise to gather games and toys you can enjoy with the little ones. Consider a high-end hiking backpack so you can work off those calories from the big feast while enjoying the gorgeous Canadian outdoors!
If you don’t have the items you need, consider renting them from a baby gear rental service like BabyQuip. Quality Providers have so many items to offer and deliver and set up the gear for you!
Thanksgiving is all about being with family, creating memories with your loved ones, and carrying on traditions. However your Canadian Thanksgiving may look, don’t forget to take a moment to truly appreciate everything you have and be thankful for the wonderful country you live in!
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