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9 Things To Do In Toronto This Weekend If You’re Feeling Nostalgic

Spend the long weekend in the past!
Lead Writer, Travel

The long weekend is coming up, and that means you've got three days to fill with fun. While sleeping in is probably number one on the list, you can fill the rest of your time with things that will whisk you back to your childhood. These things to do in Toronto will have you feeling like it's the '90s again.

The good old days don't have to be all that old. You can relive some of your favourite parts of the past by visiting these spots around the city.

From childhood sweets to movies that will make you feel like a teen, you'll be spending your long weekend in a whole other decade.

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JAM Cereal Pop-Up mixes two nostalgic treats into one. You can get your preferred morning cereal mixed into a creamy milkshake for the ultimate throwback treat.

The ROM's Winnie-the-Pooh exhibit has finally reopened, and you can explore the world of this beloved teddy bear.

Par-Tee Putt is a unique retro-themed golf course, with holes designed after old school movies and shows.

If you're looking for more nostalgic adventures, take a trip to some of these spots around Ontario.

Turn on your favourite boy band jam, slip on some Reebok Pumps, and have an old-school long weekend at these places. Don't forget to feed your Tamagotchi!

Sip A Cereal Treat

Price: $10 per shake

Address: 1184 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: JAM Cereal pop-up is serving up your favourite cereals in milkshake form. Sip some nostalgia at this spot.

Step Into A Storybook

Price: $31 per adult

Address: 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Wander through the Hundred Acre Wood at the nostalgic Winnie-the-Pooh exhibit. It has officially reopened this month.

Revisit Your Teens At This Drive-In Theatre

Price: $59.95 per 6 person car

When: September 4, 8 p.m.

Address: 955 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Watch Mean Girls under the stars at the Toronto Shines totally fetch drive-in.

Travel Back In Time At This Golf Course

Price: $25 + per player

Address: 26 Duncan St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Visit 27 themed holes that are brimming with nostalgia at Par-Tee Putt mini golf.

Indulge In A Childhood Treat

Price: Prices vary

Address: 1970 Avenue Rd., North York, ON

Why You Need To Go: Relive the taste of your favourite treat by biting into a gourmet Poptart from The Rolling Pin.

Get Lost In Some Retro Games

Price: $5 table gaming fee

Address: 300 College St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Freeplay Arcade has over 50 retro games to enjoy. There are still spots available for Friday and Saturday.

Give Your Childhood Sweets A Boozy Upgrade 

Price: Prices vary

Address: 534 Church St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Si Lom Thai Bistro serves giant buckets of boozy slushies topped with all sorts of throwback candy.

Give Your Sticker Collection A Makeover

Price: $4 per sticker

Address: 677 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Whether or not you still have your sticker collection, StickerYou will whisk you back to the good old days with its fun designs.

Let Your Inner Childhood Geek Shine

Price: Prices vary

Address: 580 Church St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Stormcrow Manor is the perfect spot to relive your geekier days. You can order food and drinks named after nostalgic stories and shows like Spongebob and Harry Potter.

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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