Read this article to learn about family day activities in Simcoe County and York Region.

Wondering what to do this Family Day? Lucky for you, CTN’s Community and Family Support team has put together a list of events across York Region and Simcoe County that will keep your family busy this Family Day.

Alternatively, if staying home is more your style, check out some of the great activities listed below for a fun-filled day at home.

Events and Activities Across Simcoe County and York Region

Check out these websites for events and activities to consider this Family Day:  

• Destination Ontario: Things to Do on Family Day 2025 in Ontario
• Child’s Life: Family Day Events in the GTA for 2025
• Ontario: Free Family Fishing
• Famously Collingwood: Family Day Weekend 2025
• Safari Kids Indoor Playground: Family Day Reptile Show 

Looking for somewhere fun, but don’t see it listed above? Check out the ACCESS 2 Card website, for a full list of accessible venues across Ontario. If you don’t have the ACCESS 2 Card yet, no problem! You can apply for the card here.  You can also find accessibility information about local businesses and attractions on the Access Now website.

Need equipment to participate? Connect with CTN’s Equipment Loan Program to see if we can help.

Accessible Transit Information

Not sure how to get to your destination of choice? Here are some accessible transit options:

Simcoe County

• County of Simcoe: Accessible Transit
• Town of Collingwood: Public Transit
• City of Barie: Specialized Transit
• City of Orillia: Accessible Transit
• Town of Midland: Accessible Transit
• Town of New Tecumseth: Community Transportation
• Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury: Accessibility  

York Region

• York Region Transit: Mobility on-Request Paratransit
• Central Healthline: Accessible Transit
• York Region: Transit Assistance Program 

Traveling by train or coach bus? Visit the Easter Seals website for more information about the Disability Travel Card Program. The program provides accompanying support persons with travel costs at a reduced fee.

Every family is different. Whether you choose to stay home or go out and explore your community, we hope you will have fun doing what works best for you and your family.