The Stratford Mall in Stratford, Ontario, is hosting a week of free children’s activities called March Break Marvels from March 16 to March 20, 2026. The event aims to provide local families with no-cost entertainment options during the school break while encouraging residents to visit the shopping centre.
On Monday, March 16, children can get their faces painted from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM followed by a magic show featuring Five the Magician. Wednesday, March 18, will offer balloon animals, caricature drawings, and a colouring station in the food court between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
The Stratford Public Library will host interactive sessions on Friday, March 20, including a morning play program and an afternoon workshop for building with LEGO. These sessions are timed for the Avon Maitland District School Board spring holidays.
Owners Bryan Dykstra and Omar Kaake introduced the event series as part of an effort to host more community gatherings at the site. The facility, which was formerly known as the Festival Marketplace, has recently undergone rebranding and added new businesses to the property.
