Rainy days don’t have to put a damper on family fun in the Halton, Hamilton, and Niagara regions. Whether you’re seeking indoor adventures or cozy activities, there’s plenty to keep kids entertained. From interactive museums and indoor indoor activities to creative workshops and educational exhibits, these regions offer a wealth of options when the weather keeps you indoors. Embrace the opportunity to explore, learn, and bond with your little ones, rain or shine!
40+ indoor activities For a Rainy Day
Play at an Indoor Playground
Indoor playgrounds are the popular group when it rains (or freezes) out. They offer a plethora of high-energy ways to help kids be active from giant tube slides to ball pits to climbing obstacles. If you’re looking for a great curated list of area indoor play centres and trampoline parks in Halton or indoor play centers and trampoline parks in Hamilton and Niagara, you know we can help!
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- Lil Monkeys Indoor Playground in Burlington
- Aerosports Trampoline Park in Oakville
- Playcious in Oakville
- We Rock The Spectrum in Oakville
- Imaginasium in Hamilton
- Funzilla in Hamilton
- Playtown Niagara in St. Catharines
Catch a Family Flick
Is there a better rainy day indoor activity than watching movies? I think not. Cineplex SilverCity Theatres have “Stars and Strollers” showtimes weekly. Guests and their kiddos watch a new release film with your little ones. With a little more light, lower sound, and $2 off the regular admission, it’s a great deal! Visit CineStarz on Brant Street or Film.ca in Oakville for second run shows at a deeply discounted price. Don’t worry, the popcorn is just as delicious as the larger theaters! And don’t miss out on Oakville’s Movies for Mommies where the sound is lower, the lights are a little brighter, to make your movie-with-baby date all the more enjoyable.
Visit a Children’s Museum or Art Gallery
We’ve collected some of the best family-friendly children’s museums and galleries in our region. Whether you want to know more about life in pioneer and early industrial times, famous sports personalities, appreciate works of art, dabble in hands-on experiments and science, planes, trains, automobiles and even secret passages, these family destinations will help you do just that.
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- Halton County Radial Railway in Milton
- Joseph Brant Museum in Burlington
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum in Hamilton
- Art Gallery of Hamilton
- Guelph Civic Museum
Indoor Fun For Sports Fans
Looking for some high-energy competitive fun for the whole family? Maybe something quieter and suited to all ages? We got you! Our curated guides to rainy day activities Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and Oakville will connect you with the best hands-on entertainment around!
- Glow in the dark mini putt
- Activate in Burlington
- The best bowling alleys around
- Laser tag centres families love
- The Hub Indoor Rock Climbing in Mississauga
- Arcades everyone will love
Stores Worth Visiting: Toys Stores, Pet Stores and More!
Take a wander through some retailers who cater to kids and families. Shop at a local toy store from our list here.
Toy Stores – Every toy ever made seems to be at the toy store. Enjoy some time in every aisle checking out new toys and games, and adding to your child’s wish list. Just remember, you may not get out without making a purchase.
Pet Stores – Little animal lovers will enjoy walking through the aquarium section to check out the aquatic and bug life, and through the cat adoption centre, too. They may even get to pet or feed an animal friend!
Have a Sweet Treat – Whether you want ice cream, doughnuts or french fries, our lists of the best places to get each will help!
Malls – The stay at home parents’ quintessential rainy day activity, and for a good reason. Temperature controlled, ample coffee shops, and you can always find a sale and a friend to stroll with. Bring some loonies to Burlington Mall and the kids can ride the coin-operated rides. And both Oakville Place and the Milton Mall has been known to host kids events as well.
Visit IKEA – It’s Swedish For Fun!
I cannot tell you how excited my youngest was when she was finally tall enough for the Burlington IKEA’s Smōlland (that’s the name of their supervised kids area). Their kid’s centre is fabulous and free, but so is their kid’ department with all of the toys out on display. A great time to get some gift ideas! Plus, they IKEA has great deals on kids meals, too!
Ontario EarlyON Centres
The Ontario EarlyON Centres (formerly known as Early Years Centres) saved my sanity in those early days/months/years of parenthood. I played with my new baby, met new parents who I still connect with today, and kept going until my kids were in school full time. Whether it’s for a drop in play time or one of their organized pre-registered programs like Mother Goose, we are so fortunate to have the ROCK Ontario Early Years Centres. Click the link to find the centre closest to you.
Get Thrifty
Fancy yourself a DIYer? Love up-cycling? Or maybe you just like checking out trash-turned-treasures? Pop in and see if you can score an original Rubik’s Cube, Malibu Barbie, or some Muppet Show VHS tapes. Plus board games and books are a steal. Visit a local thrift store or charity shop and score a great deal. Your donations and purchases help our community.
Hop A Ride On Public Transit
Hop on the city bus and tour around Burlington, Oakville, Waterdown, or Milton. Transit is fast, reliable, and clean, and makes a great sightseeing bus. Plan your tour through Burlington , Milton, Oakville, or Hamilton. This was always one of our favourite rainy day activities in Burlington!
Stay Home: More Indoor Activities To Pass The Time
Upcoming Indoor Events From Our Calendar
Beyond these fantastic indoor destinations, there are always exciting events happening throughout Halton, Hamilton, and Niagara that make rainy days even more fun. From hands-on workshops and live performances to seasonal exhibits and special family-friendly activities, there’s something new to discover each week. Check out these upcoming indoor events to keep your little ones entertained while staying warm and dry!
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
Dog Man at The Westdale
The Westdale Theatre 1014 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaSpend your Easter long weekend with Dog Man at The Westdale! On April 19, 20, and 21, they're screening this exciting family film, and kids tickets are just $11.25! Visit thewestdale.ca to view […]
Dog Man at The Westdale
The Westdale Theatre 1014 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaSpend your Easter long weekend with Dog Man at The Westdale! On April 19, 20, and 21, they're screening this exciting family film, and kids tickets are just $11.25! Visit thewestdale.ca to view […]
Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaToddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 […]
Stars and Strollers Burlington
SilverCity Brant Street 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Quiet Hour at Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Museum & Archives 139 Park St. West, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaFrom 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays, the DMA invites autistic and otherwise neurodivergent visitors to visit for our "Quiet Hour", without large groups or classes, offering a more comfortable environment to […]
Museum at the Market – Little Wigglers
Hamilton Farmers Market 35 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin Hamilton Children’s Museum staff for this free drop-in pre-school program that supports hands-on experiences, exploration and social development. Hamilton Children’s Museum encourages all participants to explore the Hamilton Farmers’ […]
Stars and Strollers Oakville
Cineplex Cinemas Oakville and VIP 3531 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Storytime at Mastermind Toys
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us for Storytime every Thursday at 4pm at your local Mastermind Toys store! No sign up required and please arrive 10 minutes early. Click to Find a Store near […]
Free Trial Multi-Sport Class (1.5-6yrs)
St. John's Anglican Church 2464 Dundas Street, Burlington, OntarioFit For Fun indoor multi-sport classes are taught by a certified teacher who is passionate about building children's confidence and physical literacy. Coach Dana runs fun and engaging programs that […]
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaToddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 […]
Movies for Mommies
Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road, Unit 25, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaRunning alternating Wednesdays at 1030AM. Moms can enjoy grown-up movies in a baby-friendly cinema with their babies (0-12 months recommended). Films run with reduced sound levels, dim lights, are nursing […]
Stars and Strollers Burlington
SilverCity Brant Street 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Quiet Hour at Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Museum & Archives 139 Park St. West, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaFrom 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays, the DMA invites autistic and otherwise neurodivergent visitors to visit for our "Quiet Hour", without large groups or classes, offering a more comfortable environment to […]
Stars and Strollers Oakville
Cineplex Cinemas Oakville and VIP 3531 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Storytime at Mastermind Toys
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us for Storytime every Thursday at 4pm at your local Mastermind Toys store! No sign up required and please arrive 10 minutes early. Click to Find a Store near […]
Free Trial Multi-Sport Class (1.5-6yrs)
St. John's Anglican Church 2464 Dundas Street, Burlington, OntarioFit For Fun indoor multi-sport classes are taught by a certified teacher who is passionate about building children's confidence and physical literacy. Coach Dana runs fun and engaging programs that […]
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
Storytime at the AGH
Art Gallery of Hamilton 123 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for a morning of stories, exploration, and art making. Enjoy an art-themed story read by AGH staff, view our current exhibitions outside of public hours at a relaxed, child […]
Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaToddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 […]
Stars and Strollers Burlington
SilverCity Brant Street 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Quiet Hour at Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Museum & Archives 139 Park St. West, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaFrom 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays, the DMA invites autistic and otherwise neurodivergent visitors to visit for our "Quiet Hour", without large groups or classes, offering a more comfortable environment to […]
Stars and Strollers Oakville
Cineplex Cinemas Oakville and VIP 3531 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Storytime at Mastermind Toys
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us for Storytime every Thursday at 4pm at your local Mastermind Toys store! No sign up required and please arrive 10 minutes early. Click to Find a Store near […]
Free Trial Multi-Sport Class (1.5-6yrs)
St. John's Anglican Church 2464 Dundas Street, Burlington, OntarioFit For Fun indoor multi-sport classes are taught by a certified teacher who is passionate about building children's confidence and physical literacy. Coach Dana runs fun and engaging programs that […]
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaToddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 […]
Movies for Mommies
Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road, Unit 25, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaRunning alternating Wednesdays at 1030AM. Moms can enjoy grown-up movies in a baby-friendly cinema with their babies (0-12 months recommended). Films run with reduced sound levels, dim lights, are nursing […]
Stars and Strollers Burlington
SilverCity Brant Street 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Quiet Hour at Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Museum & Archives 139 Park St. West, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaFrom 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays, the DMA invites autistic and otherwise neurodivergent visitors to visit for our "Quiet Hour", without large groups or classes, offering a more comfortable environment to […]
Stars and Strollers Oakville
Cineplex Cinemas Oakville and VIP 3531 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Storytime at Mastermind Toys
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us for Storytime every Thursday at 4pm at your local Mastermind Toys store! No sign up required and please arrive 10 minutes early. Click to Find a Store near […]
Free Trial Multi-Sport Class (1.5-6yrs)
St. John's Anglican Church 2464 Dundas Street, Burlington, OntarioFit For Fun indoor multi-sport classes are taught by a certified teacher who is passionate about building children's confidence and physical literacy. Coach Dana runs fun and engaging programs that […]
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaToddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 […]
Stars and Strollers Burlington
SilverCity Brant Street 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Quiet Hour at Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Museum & Archives 139 Park St. West, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaFrom 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays, the DMA invites autistic and otherwise neurodivergent visitors to visit for our "Quiet Hour", without large groups or classes, offering a more comfortable environment to […]
Stars and Strollers Oakville
Cineplex Cinemas Oakville and VIP 3531 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Storytime at Mastermind Toys
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us for Storytime every Thursday at 4pm at your local Mastermind Toys store! No sign up required and please arrive 10 minutes early. Click to Find a Store near […]
Free Trial Multi-Sport Class (1.5-6yrs)
St. John's Anglican Church 2464 Dundas Street, Burlington, OntarioFit For Fun indoor multi-sport classes are taught by a certified teacher who is passionate about building children's confidence and physical literacy. Coach Dana runs fun and engaging programs that […]
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
Toddler Days at Joseph Brant Museum
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaToddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 […]
Movies for Mommies
Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road, Unit 25, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaRunning alternating Wednesdays at 1030AM. Moms can enjoy grown-up movies in a baby-friendly cinema with their babies (0-12 months recommended). Films run with reduced sound levels, dim lights, are nursing […]
Stars and Strollers Burlington
SilverCity Brant Street 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Quiet Hour at Dundas Museum and Archives
Dundas Museum & Archives 139 Park St. West, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaFrom 9-10 a.m. on Thursdays, the DMA invites autistic and otherwise neurodivergent visitors to visit for our "Quiet Hour", without large groups or classes, offering a more comfortable environment to […]
Stars and Strollers Oakville
Cineplex Cinemas Oakville and VIP 3531 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEscape to watch new releases in a baby-friendly environment with soft lighting, reduced volume and other amenities. Change tables, bottle warmers and stroller parking available at select locations. New films […]
Storytime at Mastermind Toys
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us for Storytime every Thursday at 4pm at your local Mastermind Toys store! No sign up required and please arrive 10 minutes early. Click to Find a Store near […]
Free Trial Multi-Sport Class (1.5-6yrs)
St. John's Anglican Church 2464 Dundas Street, Burlington, OntarioFit For Fun indoor multi-sport classes are taught by a certified teacher who is passionate about building children's confidence and physical literacy. Coach Dana runs fun and engaging programs that […]
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies
Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! The Cineplex Family Favourites program screens movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price). April 19 - Hop April […]
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