Looking for fun things to do with kids in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Milton and beyond? Welcome to our local events calendar!
Our local events calendar is home to family-friendly activities near you. We include all of the events we find, and we comb the web weekly checking over 100 sites to bring you the most extensive curated list of family fun in the region. Our mission is to help you find things to do this weekend, this month or even things to do today!
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Local Events Calendar – Events Near Me
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
$5 Tuesdays at Cineplex
Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, CanadaThat’s right, $5 Tuesdays are back! On April 22nd and 29th only, enjoy $5 general admission tickets and $5 small popcorn. You can also upgrade your general admission ticket to […]
Fostering and Adoption Information Session
Online Ontario, CanadaJoin us for an information session to learn more about adopting or fostering with the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton. These virtual sessions are a great opportunity to learn […]
Earth Day Craft Cart
Hamilton Public Library - variousUnleash your creative side using Earth-friendly, recyclable and upcycled materials. Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation using only Earth-friendly, recyclable and upcycled materials, in celebration […]
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
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 […]
Spring Stroller Social
Downtown Oakville Oakville, Ontario, CanadaJoin our Spring Stroller Socials for a leisurely walk through the historic streets of Downtown Oakville, followed by coffee and conversation with fellow moms. We'll meet at the clock in […]
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 […]
Knit for a Cause
HPl - Saltfleet Branch 131 Gray Road, Stoney Creek, Ontario, CanadaGrades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. Please register as a volunteer by […]
Advanced Care Planning for Dependents with Disabilities
Hamilton Libraries - various branchesLearn how to create an Advanced Care Plan for dependents with a disability. A supportive 90-minute presentation about creating an Advanced Care Plan that considers: Guardianship Recording your child's idiosyncrasies […]
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
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 […]
Knit for a Cause
HPl - Saltfleet Branch 131 Gray Road, Stoney Creek, Ontario, CanadaGrades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. Please register as a volunteer by […]
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 […]
How to Find and Win Scholarships for College and University
Oakville Public Library Iroquois Ridge Branch 1051 Glenashton Dr, Oakville, ON, CanadaGet yourself prepared for post-secondary! Learn how to find and win scholarships with this presentation from Christopher Grafos from BridgesEDU. 13+ Scholarships are accessible to more students than what is […]
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
Sensory Friendly Swimming
Tansley Woods Community Centre 1996 Itabashi Way, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaSensory Swimming Every Saturday, this program offers an adapted swimming environment with no music, a smaller group, no whistles (unless necessary) and quiet changing rooms. Lap, leisure and warming pool […]
Earth Day Craft Cart
Hamilton Public Library - variousUnleash your creative side using Earth-friendly, recyclable and upcycled materials. Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation using only Earth-friendly, recyclable and upcycled materials, in celebration […]
Bracelet Making
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us in-store for our free friendship bracelet making event. Customize and share with your BFF! While supplies last.
Mill Pond Free Children’s Fishing Derby
Mill Pond 50 Martin St, Milton, Ontario, CanadaCome one come all to our annual Mill Pond Children’s Fishing Derby! The pond will be stocked with many fresh trout and hope the kids will catch them all. Free […]
Ottawa Street Farmers Market
Ottawa Street Farmers Market 3 Britannia Avenue, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaOpen Saturdays, 8 am - 2 pm. A year-round, open-aired market established in 1955. There are 20+ vendors of local, farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, honey, eggs, syrup and baked […]
Earth Day Clean Up with Film.ca Cinemas
Memorial Park Playground 120 Oak Park Blvd,, Oakville, ON, CanadaJoin Film.Ca Cinemas team for the 34th Annual Earth Day Clean-Up organized by the Oakville Community Centre for Peace, Ecology and Human Rights (OCCPEHR)
Advanced Care Planning for Dependents with Disabilities
Hamilton Libraries - various branchesLearn how to create an Advanced Care Plan for dependents with a disability. A supportive 90-minute presentation about creating an Advanced Care Plan that considers: Guardianship Recording your child's idiosyncrasies […]
Earth Day Clean Up and Tree Planting
Preserve Woods, Oakville Sawmill St, Oakville, ON, CanadaCelebrate Earth Day with Oakvillegreen by joining a community cleanup and treeplanting at Preserve Woods. All cleanup supplies and treeplanting tools and materials will be provided. However, feel free to […]
gritLIT Festival Field Trip at the Hamilton Farmer’s Market with Derek Mascarenhas
Hamilton Farmers Market 35 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin picture book author Derek Mascarenhas (The Mango Monster, 100 Chapatis) for a morning of stories and art making at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market. Young ones and their families will […]
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 […]
Cineplex Family Favourites – The Lorax
Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, CanadaWeekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies Saturdays, for only $3.99 plus applicable taxes (in-theatre price).
Bracelet Making
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaJoin us in-store for our free friendship bracelet making event. Customize and share with your BFF! While supplies last.
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
$5 Tuesdays at Cineplex
Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, CanadaThat’s right, $5 Tuesdays are back! On April 22nd and 29th only, enjoy $5 general admission tickets and $5 small popcorn. You can also upgrade your general admission ticket to […]
Parent Peer Network
HPL - Dundas Branch 18 Ogilvie St, Dundas, Ontario, CanadaAdding a child to your family can be a joyous experience, but the transition of adjusting to life with babies and young children can also be challenging and create feelings […]
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
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 […]
Movies for Mommies at Film.ca
Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road, Unit 25, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaMovies For Mommies (MFM), is the original parent & baby film event, and the first event of its kind to offer grown up entertainment in a Baby-Friendly environment. Enjoy a […]
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 […]
Knit for a Cause
HPl - Saltfleet Branch 131 Gray Road, Stoney Creek, Ontario, CanadaGrades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. Please register as a volunteer by […]
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
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 […]
Knit for a Cause
HPl - Saltfleet Branch 131 Gray Road, Stoney Creek, Ontario, CanadaGrades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. Please register as a volunteer by […]
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 […]
Meet the Beekeeper
BPL - Alton 3040 Tim Dobbie Drive, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaMeet the passionate beekeepers of Backed By Bees, and learn all about honey bees and what they do. Get a peek inside the hive to uncover their secrets.
Discovery at the Fishway
Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, CanadaWatch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short […]
Teen Takeover at Oakville Public Library
Oakville Public Library White Oaks Branch 1070 McCraney Street East, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaTakeover the library! Participate in activities and connect with other youth. Ages 13-17 Come and learn about 3D printing and Green Screen Technology. Compete against others in a video or […]
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