The Bentway features plenty of opportunities for family fun this summer with their Softer City Summer Program, with a full season of public art, workshops and recreation, running from May to October!
Weekly Drawing Socials
When: Weekly on Wednesdays, June 5-September 25
Come with friends to the Bentway Studio on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer to meet new people and learn a creative skill! The hands-on drawing activities, led by local artist collective Noble Space, centre on connection and community-building through creative prompts inspired by their summer exhibition, Softer City.
Dino Run
When: June 22, July 20, August 24 & September 14 9:30-11:30am
If your kids like dinosaurs, they’ll love Dino Runs at The Bentway! On the Bentway Skate Trail, don’t miss this non-competitive run around the 200m figure-eight skate trail to chase after dinosaurs. First, costumed Dino Specialists teach participants about dinosaurs through songs, dance, and games. Then, the kids become Dino Explorers and all registered participants receive a Dino Medal that roars at the end of the run.
Family members can join the run at no cost; only kids need a ticket. Plus, you can also visit The Mom Market Toronto during the event.
Roller Skate Parties
When: June 14, July 12, August 16 & September 27, 5:00-10:00pm
For a summer night to remember, get out on The Bentway’s figure-eight skate trail under the Gardiner for roller skating parties hosted in partnership with local community group, BEATS + SKATES! There’s a rotation of live DJs, food trucks, and a bar. You can also rent skates and protective gear from SUSO Skate Co. on site.
Freestyle Socials
When: July 20, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Gather, share and laugh together at The Bentway Studio with Freestyle Socials, a hilarious game that playfully explores how to find softness in a hard city and shares ideas and experiences around community and connection.
Learn to Play Dominoes
When: September 22, 1:00-4:00pm
Many cultural communities in Toronto are big fans of Dominoes, so learn how to play by joining members of the Toronto Domino Association at The Bentway’s picnic tables under the Gardiner Expressway near Strachan Ave.
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