What are the best things to do in North York?

North York offers skating at 24+ arenas, salmon run viewing on the Don River, hiking trails, Korean BBQ and hot pot on Yonge Street, bubble tea crawls, seasonal events like Lunar New Year celebrations, and family-friendly outdoor activities year-round.

What is there to do in North York this weekend?

Check our skating and swimming schedules for drop-in times at North York arenas and pools, explore the food scene along Yonge & Sheppard, visit local parks and trails, or attend seasonal events. In spring, catch cherry blossoms at Edwards Gardens; in fall, see the salmon run on the Don River.

What activities are available in North York?

North York offers free drop-in sports including skating, swimming, basketball, badminton, pickleball, and soccer at City of Toronto community centres. For nature lovers, the Don Valley trail system and Earl Bales Park provide year-round hiking. The food scene spans Korean BBQ, hot pot, sushi, dim sum, ramen, and bubble tea along Yonge Street.

Things to Do in North York

Your local guide to events, food, nature & recreation in North York, Toronto.

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Drop-in schedules for 8 sports at North York community centres — updated daily from Toronto.ca.

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Today's schedules for 24+ North York arenas. Leisure skate, shinny, and family sessions.

Indoor swimming pool at a North York community centre

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Swimming Times

Lane swim, leisure swim & aquatic fitness at North York indoor pools.

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Best Korean BBQ in North York

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Trails, parks, and seasonal nature guides for North York's ravine system and green spaces.

Cherry blossom trees in bloom at Edwards Gardens, North York

Seasonal Guide

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Where to see sakura without the High Park crowds — Edwards Gardens, JCCC SakuraFest, York University & more.

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Things to Do in North York

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