Fort York Garrison Common
Saturday, September 29, 12 pm to 4 pm
The SickKids Foundation 5 km walk culminates in a festival at Fort York featuring chart-topping bands on the main stage, an amazing BBQ-style spread featuring Toronto’s best food trucks, and a beer tent for a post-march pint. Family activities include pony rides, rock climbing, arts and crafts, a Kids' Stage, and much more. http://web.sickkidsfoundation.com
Please note: This is a third-party event. Fort York will be open to the general public from 10 am to 5 pm. Regular admission applies.

Thursday, June 21 to Sunday, June 24, times and admissions vary
Presented by Fort York and the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, National Indigenous Peoples Day followed by the Indigenous Arts Festival will celebrate Indigenous culture. Plan to spend the days under open skies in downtown Toronto enjoying traditional and contemporary music, educational programming, storytelling, dance, theatre and food. This series of events will energize the grounds of the National Historic Site with compelling creations by Indigenous artists.
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/indigenous-arts-festival/

Saturday, June 23, 12 pm to 4 pm
Free Admission
The Native Men’s Residence (Na-Me-Res) Annual Traditional Pow Wow is held to recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day on the Summer Solstice. The event features a sunrise ceremony, a Grand Entry at 12:00 pm, traditional dancing, drumming, craft vendors, and a community feast to end the day.

Saturday, June 23
Preshow 5:30 pm to 7 pm
Main Stage 7 pm to 10 pm
Free Admission
The Aboriginal People's Television Network's (APTN) Indigenous Day Live has been delighting audiences since 2007. This event will feature some of the biggest names in Indigenous music and television, including JUNO Award winners and on-the-rise artists. Indigenous Day Live will showcase talent from all genres, regions and nations, ensuring the recognition and inclusion of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
http://aboriginaldaylive.ca/

Wed. to Sat. December 27 to 31, 11 am and 2 pm
While you enjoy a tour of Fort York your kids can join the cooks in the Officers' Mess Kitchen to create traditional gingerbread cookies. In this hands-on workshop they will use period cooking utensils and tools to sift flour, crush cinnamon, cloves or allspice, pound sugar and grate nutmeg and ginger as they prepare an 1800's gingerbread recipe. Samples can be taken home - if they last that long! Workshop is limited to 15 participants.
Included with regular admission; sign up in the Museum Store when you arrive

Sat. and Sun. January 6 and 7
Fort York celebrates the opening of The Bentway's Winter Season with free admission and extended hours all weekend long. Join family activities in the Fort York Visitor Centre, including a special pop-up exhibit on winter fun in Toronto and a Fort York selfie booth.
Sat. January 6, 10 am to 11 pm 
See Fort York in a 'new' light. Join a special lantern tour to catch a glimpse of garrison life after dark. Our interpretive staff will guide you through a selection of Fort York's War of 1812-era buildings using only 19th century lighting. Tours meet in the Fort York Visitor Centre at 6 pm, 7 pm, 8 pm, and 9 pm. Don't miss out. Spaces are limited.
Sun. January 7, 10 am to 6 pm
The Bentway will host the Mayor's Skating Party from 1 to 4 pm and Fort York will be open until 6 pm to celebrate. With tours throughout the day there is plenty of opportunity to explore the history of Toronto's founding urban landscape–before or after you skate.

Mon. February 19, 11 am to 6 pm
Explore the history of Toronto and Fort York. Visit the Fort's historic kitchen and sample baking from the hearth. Hot chocolate and a roaring fire will make this visit memorable. Kids can try an 1812 drill class, officers' sword drill, and old-fashioned games, as well as a fun-filled activity book.
Fort York Visitor Centre
Check out the Visitor Centre for takeaway crafts, a special pop-up exhibit on winter fun in Toronto, and a Fort York selfie booth.

Sat. February 24, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm 
Come together with fellow food enthusiasts to explore how different peoples survived and thrived in Canada’s bitter winter. This year, the spotlight is on the culinary stories of the First Nations, Metis, French and English, with speakers, demonstrations, workshops and tastings. On the day's line-up is the annual baking competition, this year it's all about Apple Pie. The preserving competition again features marmalade in two categories, classic Seville, and other citrus fruit. New this year, is the Apple Chutney category.
Pre-registration required. Ticket price includes refreshments and lunch.
Early bird tickets $65 plus tax (until February 9), $75 plus tax afterwards.
Tickets available online at  https://fortyork.streamintickets.com

Looking for a day of adventure during March Break? Just bring your family down to Fort York National Historic Site. At this authentic War of 1812 fort, children will have fun trying soldiers' drill classes, officers' sword drill, music workshops, and dressing up in costumes. Visitors can sample treats from the 1826 historic kitchen. Learn about the Fort's exciting history through colourful exhibits including the Visitor Centre and Battle of York Experience. Pick up a Kids' Guide to Fort York and have fun finding the clues to complete its games and puzzles throughout their tour.
No registration required.
Regular admission.

September 27—September 29 

Toronto will host the 2017 Invictus Games from September 27 to 29, with Fort York hosting the Archery Competition. Established by Prince Harry in 2014, the Invictus Games are the only international adaptive sporting event for injured active duty and veteran service members. More than 550 competitors from 17 nations, competing in a dozen adaptive sports will attend the games.

Archery Preliminaries: September 27, 2017, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Archery Preliminaries: September 28, 2017, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Archery Finals & Medal Ceremonies: September 29, 2017, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

http://www.invictusgames2017.com

Cost: Free
Please note: there will be security screenings (including bag checks) upon entrance to the site.