Brighten Up Toys & Games Blog

Calling littles of all ages, we want to see your costumes! Get dressed up and come by either Erin or Fergus. No tricks please... but there will be treats! Stop by in costume on Halloween weekend (October 30 & 31), and you'll be in for a treat! This is also a great time to put together a wish list... with the supply challenges this year, Santa will be shopping early for those perfect gifts!

This weekend - October 23 & 24 - Brighten Up will be donating 15% of our sales to the 'Tills for Tots' campaign in partnership with the Children's Foundation of Guelph-Wellington. You can support - every purchase will help raise the total donation! What better time to get started on shopping for Christmas and the holiday season?! Did you know that... $2 will provide a local student with a nutritious meal $5 will help a local family feel the magic of the holidays $10 will help local children and youth have access to mental health support $25 will contribute to...

Before you know it, Halloween will be here. Whatever your plans, the kids might be in need of a new costume! Why not pick out a wonderful dress-up set that can be used again-and-again! Here's a few of our favourites from Great Pretenders:   The Royal Pretty Princess. This perfect princess dress features a double hoop for extra fullness and a layered glitter tulle skirt (perfect for dancing twirls)! This dress is trimmed in silver and sparkle, and showcases a luxurious pink or lilac damask laced with metallic detailing, inset with a matching peplum & puffed sleeves for elegance. The...

Our fun and educational toy and game store is looking for a Retail Sales Associate who enjoys working with the public and is interested in an engaging customer service position. Our family owned and operated stores have a long track record in the community, and many of our customers are repeats who return for their next favourite toy, game, puzzle, or book. The Retail Sales Associate will assist customers by providing product recommendations, answering questions, and alerting customers to product options. The ideal candidate for this position has experience working in retail and a strong dedication to providing exceptional service...

Good Afternoon! We are SO excited to be entering Step 3 of the Ontario Reopening this Friday, and especially seeing so many of our fellow businesses reopening and/or lowering restrictions. STEP 3 (Begins July 16th)As a non-essential retail store, we will be able to open for in-store shopping at our full COVID-safe capacity.  Erin: 16 Fergus: 48 Please be aware that these capacity limits are guidelines only, and staff may - at their sole discretion - admit less people to allow for safe distancing Pickup orders are still available to minimize wait times Please keep in mind a few tips to make your visit,...