Best Fun Things to Do in Vaughan,Ontario – updated 2024 (from a local)

Last Updated on July 27, 2024 by William Alexander

I know you are wondering about Fun things to do in Vaughan, Ontario, and looking for a detailed guide about it. I am Stephen and  I have been local from  Vaughan Mills since 2020. and have visited most points and attractions in Vaughan. 

So now you do not need to search the further for it. As a local from it, I am going to write a detailed guide about the Best activities that you can do in  Vaughan as a single adult or in a couple and also with kids.

I am sure after this guide you will completely know about the best things to do here. so let’s get started.

Vaughan is known for 

Vaughan is a vibrant city in the York region of Ontario, Canada. Located just north of Toronto.

Vaughan is becoming famous due to its rapid growth and development. It is also known for its diverse communities and rich culture. Vaughan is a mixture of urban and suburban living. Vaughan is home to of some the best attractions of Canada like Canada’s wonderland, Vaughan Mills McMichael Canadian Art Collection  Etc.

Best Fun Things to Do in Vaughan, Ontario -Tourist attractions in Vaughan.

When we talk about things to do we always need to remember the weather conditions of that place. Same as in Vaughan temperature down to -10°C to -20°C in January and February. Snowfall is very common during this time which makes winter wonderland. And temperature is high in  July and August reaching 20 °C. I am going to divide this section into two parts indoor activities and outdoor activities in winter and summer in Vaughan.

Fun things to do in winter 

Outdoor Winter Activities in Vaughan.

• Skiing and Snowboarding :At the points of  Uplands Golf and Ski Club. Upland is my favorite one. It provides the best spots for Skiing and Snowboarding. I like it because it facilitates beginners also and its cost is also customer friendly. 
• Ice Skating: Ice skating is also the best activity for winter lovers. I recommend you spend some time on it. You can do Ice Skating in Vaughan at  The McMichael Canadian Art Collection and City-Run Outdoor Rinks like  Chancellor Community Centre. I recommend McMichael Canadian Art Collection because it provides beautiful ice skating trails and is surrounded by excellent natural scenery.
• Tobogganing at North Maple Regional Park and Patterson Hill are near Patterson Park both provide the best facilities of  Tobogganing.
• Snowshoeing,  Cross-Country Skiing: Winter Hiking, Wildlife watching at Boyd Conservation Area, and  Kortright Centre for Conservation both provide the best facilities of all.
• Rock climbing at The Rock Oasis and True North Climbing.
• Winter Festivals and Events

Festival Name	Date annually	location
Winterfest	Start from mid-November to the end of December	Canada’s Wonderland:
Vaughan Christmas Market	December	Downtown Vaughan
City of Vaughan Winterfest	January or at the start of  February	Vellore Village Community Centre
Festival of Lights	December	Kortright Centre for Conservation
Magical Winter Lights	December	Richmond Hill
Santa Claus Parade	December	Major streets in Vaughan
jingle Bell Walk	December	Various starting points

Indoor Winter Activities in Vaughan- Indoor Places to Visit

1. Shopping and dining at Vaughan Mills.

You can go shopping and enjoy the best dining options at Vaughan Mills. That is a big shopping mall in Vaughan that offers a variety of stores. You can also visit escape rooms in this mall. It is a great tourist Attraction.

2. Visit family indoor attraction-Legoland Discovery Centre.

This is located inside Vaughan  Mills and is best for indoor activities and gives features of interactive rides,  4D cinema, and a mini-land made entirely of LEGO bricks.

3. See Reptiles and Amphibians at Reptilia Zoo

which is located at 2501 Rutherford Road, Vaughan. Provides the best activities with Reptiles like big snakes. You can take it in your hands and do photography with it.

4. Do Dodgeball at Sky Zone Trampoline Park.

It is situated at 2839 Rutherford Road, Vaughan. You can do freestyle bouncing and dodgeball here. It’s very best for Kids.

5. Visit Jungle Land with kids.

Play arcade games, billiards, and bowling at  Dave and Buster’s. It is situated at 120 Interchange Way, Vaughan. It’s the best spot for the night and provides the best experience of arcade games, billiards, and bowling.

6. Do indoor entertainment at GlowZone 360

It is situated at 200 Windflower Gate. You can best indoor entertainment like golf, laser tag, and an arcade.

7. Enjoy the movie at Cineplex Cinemas Vaughan.

Located at 3555 Highway 7 West. After a tough routine, you can relax at Cineplex Cinemas with watch movies and shows. 

Outdoor Summer Activities in Vaughan

The top things to do in summer in Vaughan are given below.

1. Enjoy Roller coasters and Thrill rides at Canada’s Wonderland and  Also can enjoy on water park here.
2. Enjoy the walking trails and picnic areas at North Maple Regional Park
3. Play golf at Eagles Nest Golf Club. This club offers a championship 18-hole golf course with stunning views.
4. Walking on  Super Trail at Vaughan Super Trail. Super Trail is a network of interconnected trails.
5. Enjoy summer events at Black Creek Pioneer Village and Woodbridge Fairgrounds.
6. Visit Outdoor Farmers’ Markets.

Indoor Summer Activities in Vaughan

• Do shopping at Promenade Mall which provides a variety of stores, and a food court.
• Play soccer, basketball, and volleyball at Vaughan Sportsplex II.
• Enjoy concerts and dance recitals at  City Playhouse Theatre.
• Take massage and spa services from Miraj Hammam Spa.
• Book readings at public Libraries and attended workshops here.
• BATL Axe Throwing
• Putting Edge

Fun things to do in Vaughan for couples

1. Romantic dinner at The Cheesecake Factory Situated in Vaughan Mills. This restaurant is famous for its delicious desserts.
2. Visit Zipline and  Aerial Adventure Parks to Experience a (Love) adrenaline rush together.
3. Enjoy your nightlife with a partner at bars like Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club and  Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill:
4. Enjoy Cultural and Arts Activities with live performances at City Playhouse Theatre and Canada’s Wonderland.
5. Leisurely walk through the Village of Kleinburg. Enjoy a meal here and explore its boutiques.

Things to do in Vaughan with kids 

1. Go to zoo with kids like Reptilia Zoo

Zoo near Vaughan

• Toronto Zoo – 40 km  from Vaughan
• Safari Niagara -130 km from Vaughan
• Toronto’s Riverdale Farm -30 km  from Vaughan
• High Park Zoo – 25 km from Vaughan
• Lionel’s Farm – 30 km from Vaughan
• Little Rays Nature Centre- 20 km from  Vaughan
• Indian River Reptile Zoo  -150 km from  Vaughan

2. Visit local  DIY Craft Studios with kids like Crock A Doodle which offers workshops to kids. Through this kids make their art works which makes them creative.

3. Go to escape rooms with kids which increase their problem-solving skill

List of escape rooms 

• The Panic Room (Vaughan’s best ) 
• Trapped! Escape Room
• Perplexity Escape Games
• Omescape Vaughan
• Xscape the Room
• Escape the House
• De Code Adventures
• Freeing Canada Station.

4. Explore stem learning centers with kids like Code Ninjas which is best for code learning.

5. Gaming with kids in VR Gaming Centers.

List of VR gaming points 

• Ctrl V Vaughan
• Sandbox VR
• The Rec Room (Vaughan)
• Levelup Reality VR Arcade
• iFLY Toronto (Whitby) – VR Flight Experience.

Things to do in Vaughan at night

• Enjoy a Movie at night in  Cineplex Cinemas Vaughan
• Arrange a tour to Magnotta Winery for tasting and buying wine.
• Go to King Henry’s Arms that is providing a wide selection of beers.
• Go night clubs for dance like Jack Astor’s Bar & Grill and Circa 1877 Nightclub
• Dining at Boston Pizza Vaughan.
• Visit dessert café like Chocolate & Stickhouse which offer chocolate treats  Vaughan perfect for a sweet night out.
• Go fitness clubs  

Top night fitness clubs in Vaughan.

• GoodLife Fitness Vaughan
• Anytime Fitness Vaughan
• LA Fitness Vaughan
• Fit4Less Vaughan
• Gold’s Gym Vaughan
• CrossFit Colosseum
• F45 Training Vaughan
• Orangetheory Fitness Vaughan
• Snap Fitness Vaughan
• Planet Fitness Vaughan
• Life Time Athletic Vaughan
• Vaughan Fitness & Health Centre
• Club 16 Trevor Linden Fitness
• Movati Athletic Vaughan
• Al Palladini Community Centre
• Vaughan Strength and Conditioning
• Elite Fitness Vaughan
• Pure Fitness Vaughan
• 9Round Vaughan
• YMCA of Greater Toronto – Vaughan Centre.

5 hours a trip around Vaughan

You can go to several places in under 5 hours from Vaughan

A place where you can go	Time takes from Vaughan
Niagara Falls	1.5 hours
Blue Mountain Resort	2 hours
Toronto Islands	1 hours
Prince Edward County	2.5 hours
Algonquin Provincial Park (West Gate)	2.5 hours
Stratford	2 hours
Wasaga Beach	1.5 hours
Elora Gorge	1.5 hours
St. Jacobs	1.5 hours
Royal Botanical Gardens (Burlington)	1 hours

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Final Words 

I hope After reading my guide about the Best Fun things to do in Vaughan, Ontario you have good knowledge about it. All things are best but my favourite is Shopping and dining at Vaughan Mills. So I highly recommend must-do shopping from Vaughan Mills.