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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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 … Read more
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 … Read more
Kids Club at Michaels
Michaels stores - call for details Ontario, CanadaIntroducing Kids Club! We will have specific kids oriented projects on select Saturdays each month. Bring your kids to a free craft! Drop in, pre-registration not required. Call your local … Read more
Earth Day at BG’s Eco-Hub at Burlington Beach
BurlingtonGreen Eco-Hub headquarters 1094 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaCome join us on Saturday, April 27th anytime between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the BG Eco-Hub by the beach (1094 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington), to discover various opportunities to … Read more
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies for $2.99
Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, CanadaGot little ones at home? Enjoy all-ages programming from the comfort of your local Cineplex. Everyone’s favourite movie snacks await! Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our … Read more
Make & Take Event: Creart Paint By Numbers Little Monsters
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaVisit Mastermind Toys to paint your own Little Monsters work of art! This event is for ages 7+ and selection may vary by store. While supplies last. Click to Find … Read more
Celebrate Sparx 5th Birthday with Forge FC
Tim Horton's Field 64 Melrose Ave. North, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaCelebrate with Sparx at This Saturday's Game! This Saturday Forge Football Club takes on Valour FC at Tim Horton's Field and Sparx is inviting you to celebrate their 5th Birthday! … Read more
Workshop: Make Your Own Emoji
Apple Store - Mapleview Mall 900 Maple Ave, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaKids will learn fun ways to create their own emoji. We’ll show them how to draw colourful faces and objects. Then they’ll explore using the Procreate app on iPad with … Read more
Make & Take Event: Creart Paint By Numbers Little Monsters
Mastermind Toys Stores , CanadaVisit Mastermind Toys to paint your own Little Monsters work of art! This event is for ages 7+ and selection may vary by store. While supplies last. Click to Find … Read more
Family Open Studio at AGB
Art Gallery of Burlington 1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaThe AGB’s free family art studio. All materials provided! More information can be found here Dive deep into the world of art and craft as a family with our Sunday … Read more
Pokemon Peeps Meetup
Orchard Hub - St. Christopher’s CES 2400 Sutton Drive, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaDo you have a child that’s a fan of Pokemon? Come and join our WEEKLY meetup where the kids show, share & chat everything Pokemon! Trading cards does occur *please … Read more
Little Wigglers
Various Hamilton National Historic Sites Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin Hamilton Children’s Museum staff at various Hamilton owned National Historic Sites (see specific dates here for location details) for a one-hour pre-school program that includes story time, songs, movement … Read more
The Drop at at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre
Iroquois Ridge Community Centre 1051 Glenashton Dr, Oakville, ONGet active and creative! Each night will offer a variety of activities, crafts, and sports. Have fun, hang out, listen to music, and make new friends. Register online here to … Read more
The Drop at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre 2302 Bridge Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaGet active and creative! Each night will offer a variety of activities, crafts, and sports. Have fun, hang out, listen to music, and make new friends. Register online here to … Read more
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 … Read more
Burlington Trampoline and Tumbling Parent & Tot Drop-In
Burlington Trampoline and Tumbling 680 Maple Avenue, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaJoin us on Wednesday mornings from 10:30am to 12:30pm for Parent & Tot Drop-In! $35.00 GO Insurance Fee due upon 1st visit, $10.00 per child per drop-in. Suitable for children … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
Youth Week in Milton
Milton Sports Centre 605 Santa Maria Blvd., Milton, Ontario, CanadaThe Town of Milton is celebrating Youth Week, from May 1-7, 2024, with activities and events. Free Youth Drop-in Basketball, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at Milton Sports Centre (Registration required) … Read more
Teen Library Takeover
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 Drop in to OPL - White Oaks Branch for an afternoon of fun and learning with other … Read more
Workshop: Code Your First App
Apple Store - Mapleview Mall 900 Maple Ave, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaCode and create as a family with Swift Playgrounds using iPad. Kids will experiment with code and design an app using the About Me playground. They’ll use Swift code to … Read more
Dinosaur World Live
FirstOntario Concert Hall 1 Summers Lane, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaDon't miss this roaring good time when Dinosaur World Live comes to FirstOntario Concert Hall this spring. Bring the kids for a prehistoric experience they won't forget at this interactive … Read more
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 … Read more
Inclusive Tales Story Times
Join Hamilton Public Library and Telling Tales for a drop-in story and activity hour with multi-sensory experiences! Stories and activities will feature Telling Tales Festival presenters and books. Each week a new … Read more
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 … Read more
Youth Week in Milton
Milton Sports Centre 605 Santa Maria Blvd., Milton, Ontario, Canada +1 moreThe Town of Milton is celebrating Youth Week, from May 1-7, 2024, with activities and events. Free Youth Drop-in Basketball, 2:30-4:30 p.m. at Milton Sports Centre (Registration required) Free Youth … Read more
Youth Drop-ins at River Oaks Community Centre
River Oaks Community Centre 2400 Sixth Line, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaCalling all youth ages 11 to 17! Get active this Youth Week and join us for recreational skating, table tennis or a craft. More information can be found here
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 … Read more
Mama’s Day Market
Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaWe are celebrating, ALL MOMS and you are invited!! Shop unique gift ideas from over 40 small local businesses offering handmade items, artisans, baked goods, food & more! Mama's selfie … Read more
Youth Drop-ins at Trafalgar Park Community Centre
Trafalgar Park Community Centre 133 Rebecca Street, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaEnjoy the following activities with friends or meet new ones! Ages 11 to 17. Youth Inline/Roller Skating (bring your own skates!) Youth Basketball, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Chess, 4 to … Read more
Big Dreamers “Pablo Picasso”
Oakville Public Library Iroquios Branch 1051 Glenashton Dr., Oakville, ONJoin us at OPL - Iroquois Ridge Branch as we celebrate the stories and achievements of these diverse and inspirational individuals who each started out as a child with a … Read more
The Drop at Glen Abbey Community Centre
Glen Abbey Community Centre 415 Third Line, Oakville, ONGet active and creative! Join us for free activities like games, crafts and sports. Have fun, hang out, listen to music, and make new friends. Register online here to secure … Read more
The Drop at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre 2302 Bridge Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaGet active and creative! Each night will offer a variety of activities, crafts, and sports. Have fun, hang out, listen to music, and make new friends. Register online here to … Read more
Teens: Mother’s Day Brunch
Longo's Stores Ontario, CanadaOur teen cooks will join our Loft Team to prepare a brunch that’s worthy to serve Mom on her special day! They will learn how to make Very Berry Muffins that … Read more
After Hours for Teens Star Wars, Star Trek, and Space
Oakville Public Library Iroquios Branch 1051 Glenashton Dr., Oakville, ONJoin us for an after-hours party just for you! Come take over the OPL - Iroquois Ridge Branch and participate in fun activities! 13-17 This year's theme is Out of … Read more
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 … Read more
May is Museum Month Drop-in Activities
Oakville Museum 8 Navy Street, Oakville, Oakville, CanadaEach weekend in May, join the museum for a fun, drop-in craft activity to celebrate May is Museum Month and Asian Heritage Month. Children must be accompanied and supervised by … Read more
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 … Read more
Milton Youth Market and Activities
Milton Community Park 805 Santa Maria Blvd, Milton, Ontario, Canada +1 moreThe Town of Milton is celebrating Youth Week, from May 1-7, 2024, with activities and events. Milton Youth Market, 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Milton Community Park gazebo 3V3 Youth … Read more
Parent & Child: Mom and Me!
Longo's Stores Ontario, CanadaSpend time together with your little one! In honour of Mother’s Day, our little budding chefs will create an Edible Potted Flower to share with mom. You are the sous-chef … Read more
Free Come Try Ringette Event
Appleby Ice Centre, rink 3 1201 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaAre you interested in finding a fun and challenging sport for your child? Consider RINGETTE! The Ringette Association of Burlington will be holding a FREE Come Try Ringette event at … Read more
Doors Open Hamilton
Come and celebrate music in The Hammer. With theatres, churches, music schools, pubs, costume shops and a lab that researches the effect of music on the human psyche, Hamilton has … Read more
Flora’s Walk for Perinatal Mental Health
Joe Sam's Leisure Park 752 Centre Rd, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin us to support low cost therapy!
Cineplex Family Favourites Movies for $2.99
Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, CanadaGot little ones at home? Enjoy all-ages programming from the comfort of your local Cineplex. Everyone’s favourite movie snacks await! Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our … Read more
Drop-ins at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre 2302 Bridge Rd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaJoin us in the youth centre from noon to 4 p.m. for cupcake decorating, candle painting, a scavenger hunt, Mario Kart tournament and Table Tennis tournament! We’re also offering: Youth … Read more
For Mom, For Women: A Mother’s Day Meal Supporting Women in Oakville
State & Main Oakville 301 Hays Blvd, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaLeading up to Mother’s Day, State & Main is helping families celebrate Mom while fundraising for a great local cause. Through its third annual For Mom, For Women campaign, State … Read more
May the 4th Toys R Us Fun
Toys R Us - all stores Ontario, CanadaJoin us for May the 4th fun! Celebrate the fandom that spans generations + galaxies – visit us in-store for loads of STAR WARS™ excitement: events, sale items + more... … Read more
Free Bucket Drumming in Bronte Park
Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for free bucket drumming workshops every Saturday in May and June at Bronte Park! These drop in workshops are running from 1-3pm - just look for the Bandology … Read more
Free Comic Book Day at Milton Public Library – Beaty Branch
Milton Public Library - Beaty Branch 945 Fourth Line, Milton, Ontario, CanadaThe first Saturday in May is Free Comic Book Day, and this year it also falls on Star Wars Day. Let’s celebrate all things comic at the library, where every … Read more
Baking class for over 13 years old and adults : French pastries
Oak Park Neighbourhood Center 2200 Sawgrass Drive, Okaville, Ontario, CanadaThe next class for over 13s and adults will take place on May 4th from 2p.m to 4p.m and we will prepare delicious chouqettes (french puff chouquettes patries). Please note … Read more
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