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Local Events Calendar – Events Near Me – things to do With Kids
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 […]
Community Play Night – Free Swims in Oakville
Various Oakville poolsFree fun for everyone! Join us at one of our outdoor pools for Community Play Night Free Leisure Swims. Below are the dates and times: Thursday July 3 from 6:30-8 […]
Grimsby Music in the Park
Coronation Park - Grimsby 77 Main St W, Grimsby, Ontario, CanadaGrab your lawn chair or bring your dancing shoes and join us Thursday nights in July from 7 - 9 pm following the Grimsby Farmer's Market in Coronation Park for […]
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 […]
Noon Hour Concert HPL Central Library
HPL - Central Branch 55 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaListen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library. Check the website for this week's lineup!
Kids’ Book Swap
HPL - selected branchesBring your new or gently used children’s books to swap with others. Friday, June 27: 10:00am - 11:00am Saltfleet Wednesday, July 02: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Kenilworth Friday, July 04: 2:00pm […]
Nelson Pool Community Nights
Nelson Recreation Centre 4235 New Street, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGet Ready for a Splash of Fun at Nelson Pool! Join us every Friday from 4:30-6:30 PM for our Community Event Nights — a summer series packed with creativity, laughter, and poolside excitement! (Regular admission rates apply) […]
Hamilton Cardinals Baseball
Bernie Arbour Stadium 1100 Mohawk Rd East, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for unforgettable games, passionate fans, and lots of fun and giveaways through our season! Home Games: June 13 7:30pm - Father's Night - It’s Friday Fathers Night, where […]
Hamilton Cardinals Baseball
Bernie Arbour Stadium 1100 Mohawk Rd East, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for unforgettable games, passionate fans, and lots of fun and giveaways through our season! Home Games: June 13 7:30pm - Father's Night - It’s Friday Fathers Night, where […]
Indigo Bluey Playtime Party
Select Indigo and Chapters storesJoin the fun as we bring Bluey's world to life with an exciting toy demo, temporary tattoos, and more! Plus, there’s storytime in store. Ages 3+ Sessions at 11:00 and […]
Minecraft Movie at the Westdale
The Westdale Theatre 1014 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaA mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master the terrain while embarking on […]
Yoga with a View
Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Boulevard East, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaEnjoy an early morning yoga session with a premiere view of Burlington’s waterfront! Join us for “Yoga with a View” on the Rooftop Terrace of Joseph Brant Museum on Saturday, […]
Cherry Festival
St Mark's Anglican Church, NOTL 41 Byron Street, NIagara on the Lake, ON, CanadaMark your calendars to celebrate the Cherry Festival. Indulge in the sweet abundance of this succulent fruit and sweet while immersing yourself in the warm community atmosphere. The annual fundraising […]
Safari Saturday: Clay Animal Terra Cotta Pots
Michaels Craft Stores Ontario, CanadaDig into creative fun this summer as we create clay animals to sit on a clay pot. $5 each with all supplies included.
Breakfast with Bluey
Southcote 53 534 Garner Rd E, Ancaster, Ontario, CanadaGet ready for a tail-wagging good time as Bluey comes to Southcote 53 in Ancaster for a magical breakfast event that kids will absolutely love! This fun-filled morning is packed with food, laughter, and excitement—perfect for […]
Animal Services Summer Social
Burlington Animal Shelter 2424 Industrial St., Burlington, Ontario, CanadaLearn how Animal Services makes a difference for pets and animals in the Burlington community. Meet some of our adorable pets available for adoption. In order to reduce stress on newly […]
Drag Queen Storytime with Gila Munster!
MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, CanadaFor children from 6 months to 10 years, and their caregivers. Please note: Adults will not be permitted without a child. Join Drag Queen Gila Münster for Drag Queen Story Time, a […]
Cineplex Family Favourites
Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, CanadaWeekend plans just got a whole lot easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies on Saturdays for only $3.99 plus tax (in-house pricing). Visit the website for details of today's […]
Pop Up in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden
Dundurn National Historic Site 610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaHamilton Children’s Museum will be popping up at Dundurn National Historic Site in the Historic Kitchen Garden. Bring your young family and friends for free nature-based activities in “Sophia’s Garden”, […]
Birds at the Library
HPL - selected branchesLearn about birds and meet feathered friends with the Hamilton Aviary. Learn about our fascinating feathered friends and meet some exotic birds from the Hamilton Aviary. This is a drop-in event […]
Lego Brick Break
Toys R Us - all stores Ontario, CanadaJoin other builder-kids in-store: we’ll have freestyle building fun, demos + a chance to WIN* a featured LEGO® Jurassic World™ Set. PLUS: $10 OFF a $50+ purchase (before taxes) of any LEGO® set(s)* […]
Access Storage Free Swim at Aldershot Pool
Aldershot Pool 50 Fairwood Place West, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaFree Swim is sponsored by Access Storage. Come spend time playing and enjoying the warm water at Aldershot Pool (88F/31C). All ages are welcome, and the Rock-Climbing Wall is open […]
Forge FC Home Game
Forge FC 64 Melrose Avenue North, Hamilton, ON, CanadaEstablished in 2018, the club is proudly based out of Hamilton, Ontario, where we bring together fans and players in the heart of our city. As four-time Canadian Premier League […]
Train Days at the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology 900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaCatch a ride on a miniature train, operated by the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers! Various model engines will be running on the miniature railroad track at the museum. Make sure to […]
Pop Up in Dundurn’s Kitchen Garden
Dundurn National Historic Site 610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaHamilton Children’s Museum will be popping up at Dundurn National Historic Site in the Historic Kitchen Garden. Bring your young family and friends for free nature-based activities in “Sophia’s Garden”, […]
Minecraft Movie at the Westdale
The Westdale Theatre 1014 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaA mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master the terrain while embarking on […]
Tales by Moonlight with Drums et al
HPL - Central Branch 55 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaDrums et al presents this ancient African musical tradition of gathering children under the moonlight for stories and riddles. Children will follow along using provided drums learning simple rhythm and […]
Hamilton Cardinals Baseball
Bernie Arbour Stadium 1100 Mohawk Rd East, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for unforgettable games, passionate fans, and lots of fun and giveaways through our season! Home Games: June 13 7:30pm - Father's Night - It’s Friday Fathers Night, where […]
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 […]
Climate Change Storytime at MPL
MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, CanadaFor children 4-8 years of age and their parent or caregiver. Gather in a cozy circle as we read and discuss the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. After the story, children can enjoy […]
Summer Movies at Film.ca
Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road, Unit 25, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaMondays to Thursdays Start times between 10AM & 10:30AM* *showtimes & theatre # subject to change without notice Tickets available at snack bar for $3.50 taxes included, or online ($1.00 […]
Jump into Origami
MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, CanadaFor children 9 to 12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Participants will learn how to fold origami jumping frogs and then put their creations […]
The LONE Rhubarbarian
HPL - selected branchesA musical concert by a well-loved performer. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Waterdown Monday, July 07: 11:00am - 12:00pm Valley Park
Around the World Escape Room at HPL
HPL - selected branchesSolve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Monday, July 07: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Wednesday, July 23: 3:30pm […]
Magnetic Mysteries
Milton Public Library - Sherwood Branch 6355 Main St W, Milton, ON, CanadaFor children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us and learn the basics of navigation and wayfinding skills. Participants will build and use a functional […]
Birds at the Library
HPL - selected branchesLearn about birds and meet feathered friends with the Hamilton Aviary. Learn about our fascinating feathered friends and meet some exotic birds from the Hamilton Aviary. This is a drop-in event […]
Burlington Cruisin’ Car Show
Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaJoin us Monday nights at the Cruisin’ Car Show in the Canadian Tire/Burlington Centre Parking LotMay 12 to Sept 29 20255PM-8PM excluding long weekendsOur mission is to create a vibrant […]
Tell Tales
HPL - selected branchesRead aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. Trained pet therapy dogs and adult volunteers encourage readers to take part in literacy […]
Live Music at HPL
HPL - selected branchesListen to live music in a series of concerts at Hamilton Public Library - check the website for performer schedules. Monday, June 09: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Valley Park Friday, June […]
Stuffies Night at the Library
BPL various branchesEver wondered what happens at the library after dark? Bring your favorite stuffed friend for a cozy Storytime—then tuck them in for a night of fun and mischief behind the […]
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 […]
Movies by the Lake
Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, CanadaBrought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – […]
Magic Show with Owen Anderson
HPL - selected branchesA magic show that is sure to amaze and entertain. Saturday, June 28: 10:30am - 11:30am Terryberry Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Sherwood Tuesday, July 08: 10:00am - 11:00am […]
Pop Up N Play
Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, CanadaPopping up in City of Burlington parks; building, and making with unconventional materials using your imagination. Pop Up n’ Play is a play experience where children can explore, create, imagine, […]
Summer Movies at Film.ca
Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road, Unit 25, Oakville, Ontario, CanadaMondays to Thursdays Start times between 10AM & 10:30AM* *showtimes & theatre # subject to change without notice Tickets available at snack bar for $3.50 taxes included, or online ($1.00 […]
Fire Safety Storytime
Oakville Public Library - various branchesJoin us for this special fire safety storytime and enjoy a visit from our community helpers from the Oakville Fire Department! Stop by the library for a special storytime, led […]
All Ears
HPL - Sherwood Branch 467 Upper Ottawa Street, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaHop in and learn about adopting rabbits and responsible pet ownership. Hop in and learn about adopting rabbits and responsible pet ownership. Bring the whole family for bunny-themed children's activities. […]
Race Around the World at MPL
MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, CanadaFor children 7-10 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Have you ever wanted to race around the world like Phileas Fogg? Well, now's your chance! For […]
Tansley Wood Community Nights
Tansley Woods Community Centre 1996 Itabashi Way, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaGet Ready for a Splash of Fun at Tansley Woods Pool! Join us every us on July 8th and August 19th for our Community Events — 2 evenings packed with creativity, laughter, and poolside excitement! (Regular […]
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