

January 2023
Frogs! A Ribbiting Exhibit at Royal Botanical Gardens
They’re Back! Make some new amphibi-friends with daily animal encounters, special school and youth programs, After Dark 19+ events and more! Great for the whole family from toddlers to grandparents. We are visiting on Friday, so check our article on RBG here for the inside scoop!
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Magic With Chris
Magic Family Night is back at Boston Pizza Burlington North this week and every Wednesday 5:30-7:30 PM. Call us at 905-315-1588 to reserve your spot today!!
Find out more »Burlington Trampoline & Tumbling Additional Needs Drop-In
Join us every Thursday from 3:00pm-4:30pm for special needs athletes! This open style class is geared toward the empowerment of athletes. Our aim is to help them reach their physical and developmental goals while building strength and balance, improving self-esteem, solidifying friendships and enhancing their life experience. $10.00 per athlete per drop-in ($35.00 Gymnastics Ontario Insurance Fee due on your 1st visit) Visit https://www.burlingtontnt.com/additional-needs-open-gym/ for more information If you have any questions, please email [email protected]!
Find out more »Winterlit
Things move a little slower at Mountsberg in the winter; the city lights are far away, it’s so quiet you can hear the snow crunch beneath your boots, and you can take a breath of relaxation in the cool, crisp air. Winterlit is all about reconnecting with yourself, family, and friends in the beauty of nature. Experience the inspiring winter magic of Mountsberg from beneath a breathtaking display of lights at our award-winning event, Winterlit. Enjoy a moonlit stroll along two…
Find out more »Hamilton Bulldogs Home Games
The Hamilton Bulldogs home games are played at FirstOntario Place and are family-friendly. This year Sunday games are extra special for families! Each game the Bulldogs will host activities for families to participate with Bruiser and the Bulldogs crew in the Hammer Hideaway. Keep coming back to hamiltonbulldogs.com to learn more as we outline intermission activities each Sunday game.
Find out more »Kindness Activities at Toys R Us
We’re spreading compassion + thoughtfulness all month long! Join us in stores for sweet story-times, pot-of-kindness crafts, kindness bingo sheets to take home + more... Every Saturday and Sunday in February, at 11am and 2pm Call your local store for more information
Find out more »Ottawa Street Farmers Market
Open 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 goods. All vendors live within 100 km of our market.
Find out more »Milton Winter Farmers’ Market
Winter Market at the Milton Mall from January 21 to March 11, 2023.
Find out more »Seedy Saturday Hamilton 2023
Seedy Saturday is the 'go to' place for anyone and everyone interested in backyard gardening, local food, pollinator gardens, sustainability, heirloom and organic seed supplies and more! Join us to enjoy a wide range of vendors and exhibitors. Admission Free, Donations in support of Green Venture Welcome! This event will celebrate gardening in Hamilton with: *Seed exchange - please bring your seeds in packed and labeled envelopes to make the swap easier for all participants *Seed and garden supply vendors…
Find out more »Cineplex Family Favourites Movies for $2.99
Got 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 Family Favourites program runs movies every Saturday morning, for only $2.99 +tax. Click here to check the listings at your local theatre: cineplex.com/events/family January 21 - Minions - The Rise of Gru January 28 - Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank
Find out more »Kids Characters at Boston Pizza Waterdown
Come to Boston Pizza Waterdown and meet your favourite characters! Call Boston Pizza Waterdown to make your reservation.
Find out more »Harry Potter at The Westdale
Join us for a magical review of Harry Potter's classic adventures, from start to finish! Every Saturday from January 14th to March 4th, we'll be showing a Harry Potter. Tickets are sold at a special $8 price, including taxes and fees. Sponsored by The Merchants of Westdale Village. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) Saturday, January 14 at 1:00 pm Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) Saturday, January 21 at 12:00 pm Harry Potter and…
Find out more »Sensory-friendly Morning Tour
Experience the Steam Museum in a quieter, sensory-friendly atmosphere. Exhibits, demonstrations, and tours will be altered to provide a comfortable experience for visitors who are sensitive to crowds, loud noises, and sudden movement. Limited tickets available, pre-registration required.
Find out more »Hockey Weekend in Kitchener
It’s hockey weekend in Kitchener, need we say more? Experience all things hockey this weekend: interactive games, legendary NHL trophies and special exhibits! This is a weekend the whole family will enjoy. Get your tickets here >> https://themuseum.ca/events/a-hockey-weekend-in-kitchener/
Find out more »Alpaca Love Walk (SOLD OUT)
Saturday February 11th By reservation only, between 10:30am to 12:30pm $25 per family, for 15 minutes Enjoy a pleasant stroll around the grounds of Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre with these beautiful gentle animals that have been trained to walk on leashes. Experience being with these wonderful alpacas from the animal sanctuary, Triple C Farms To reserve your spot, call 905-609-2223 or email [email protected]
Find out more »Family Fun Day: Birds of Prey
Did you know that peregrine falcons are the fastest birds in the world? Or that red tailed hawks’ grip strength is 100 times stronger than ours? That owl ears are lopsided? Learn these facts and more as you join our staff on a nature walk at the Arboretum to learn about and search for birds of prey. Visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/family-fun-day-birds-of-prey2023-tickets-440486505997 for registration
Find out more »Black History Month Drop-In Activities (Burlington Public Library)
DROP-IN PA DAY FUN AT THE BRANCH February is Black History Month, and this PA Day, we have activities that celebrate famous Black Canadian activists with colouring sheets, a word search, a scavenger hunt, book displays and booklists, and a fun Post-it Notes wall activity. Drop by anytime on PA Day!
Find out more »Niagara Family Fun Day
Families are invited to come join us for a great day full of exciting things. Face painting, inflatables, fun food, children's characters, kids crafting area, games, vendors, balloons, draws with prizes, demo's, and soooo much more FUN for family (and kids within) In addition, we will have family/child friendly vendors who will be showcasing their products/services. 100 swag bags for the first 100 in line.
Find out more »Family Fun Day Market
Join us Sunday February 19th for our Family Fun Day Market at the Ancaster Fairgrounds in the Merritt Hall. Lots of family activities, local vendors, food trucks, swag bags + more! Come spend your family day with us.
Find out more »Pancakes & Pups (SOLD OUT)
The Pups Save Breakfast! Join us on Family Day Monday, February 20th, 2023 between 8am-11am for a delicious eat-in breakfast in support of Mary Poppin's Preschool and the Caledonia Agricultural Society. There will be two seatings: 8:00am-9:30am, and 9:30am-11:00am. Please note that the 9:30am-11:00am seating is now sold out. Tickets are still available for the 8:00-9:30am seating. Your delicious breakfast will be cooked fresh to order when you arrive. Enjoy special visits & photo-ops with your favourite pups!
Find out more »Family Day at Dundurn
Explore a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site. On a guided tour of over 40 rooms in Dundurn Castle, discover what it was like to live and play above stairs and work and live below stairs. Your admission to Dundurn Castle includes admission to The Hamilton Military Museum - visit this neighbouring Museum for a self-guided experience with dress-up and engaging activities, while exploring the historical figures who lived in Hamilton during the War of 1812…
Find out more »The Gages – An Early Upper Canadian Family
Visit the 200-year-old Gage home on Family Day and experience the work and play of an early Upper Canadian family.
Find out more »Family Day Model Train Show
Join the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers and the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology for a special display of model trains in the 1913 Electric Pumphouse building. Visitors of all ages are invited to see the miniature trains and speak with club members to learn about this fascinating hobby. Train-themed crafts and activities will also be provided by the museum. Entrance to the Train Show is free and drop-in, no tickets required. If you also plan to tour the museum…
Find out more »Imagination Movers at Burlington Performing Arts Centre
Imagination Movers are a rock band for families and the Emmy-winning stars of a hit TV series seen worldwide on the Disney Junior channel. There are 76 episodes of ‘Imagination Movers’ translated in more than 20 languages. In 2020, all episodes became available on the Disney+ streaming network. In 2022, The Movers celebrate their 20th birthday, having started when four friends from New Orleans brainstormed a show that would feature quality music and positive male role models while inspiring teamwork and…
Find out more »Appleby’s Pancake Supper
Appleby's famous pancake supper is back! Tuesday Feb 21. 5pm to 7pm. Eat-in or take-out. First come, first served! Child (12 & under) $6; Adults $12, Family (two adults, 2 or more children) $30.
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