Join us at Area 8 on Sunday, September 28, 2025, for a special free admission day in celebration of Milton Culture Days! Explore nature and creativity at this family-friendly event at our […]
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Join us for two amazing Sundays along the iconic King Street route, from John Street to Gage Avenue, where you can walk, cycle, roll and play along King Street East. This year, we've extended the hours to 10 am to 4 pm to give you even more time to enjoy the route and all the […]
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Join us on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, at Station #2 located at 21 Fairview Drive, Brantford. This is a FREE, family-friendly community event in support of Ontario’s annual Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. What can you expect?o FREE BBQ from 11am-12:30pm (or until we run out!) Thank-you to Strodes BBQ & […] |
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1 event,Join HPL staff for stories, songs and rhymes that foster acceptance and inclusion, celebrate family diversity, being yourself and a love of reading. |
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Mark 130 years of stories, learning, and community at Oakville Public Library. Join us for brief remarks from Mayor Rob Burton, Councillor Jeff Knoll, Chair of OPL Board, and CEO Tara Wong. Light refreshments will be served.
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oin us for a colourful celebration where creativity and kindness come together. It’s a joyful space to craft, connect, and share through handmade fun. In this session, kids will: Explore their imagination by designing a one-of-a-kind bracelet using colourful Finger Loom bands. Make It, Wear It, Take Your Creation Home! The event encourages children to spread […] |
1 event,Introducing the Hamilton Farmers' Market Lil' Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school, join us at the Hamilton Farmers' Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on Thursday mornings. Starting September 11th, from 10:30-11:30AM, join Darcy from Enchantment Theatre for a program that introduces the love of the Market through music, storytelling, […] |
2 events,Join us at the Westmount Recreation Centre (Community Room 2) from October 3-5, where kids will engage in interactive activities and games to explore the impact of recycling and how they can make a difference in their community. Get dressed up in your Halloween best and join us Friday, October 3 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for a weekend of fang-tastic memories. Free shuttles are available between Harmony Square and Mohawk Park. Brantford turns into a spook-tacular place filled with fall […] |
7 events,Telling Tales is a free family festival dedicated to inspiring a love of reading. Connect with Canada's leading children's authors, illustrators, storytellers and musicians. 2 DAYS - 5 STAGES - 50+ AUTHORS […]
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Free Pumpkin Giveaway! Join us Oct 4th, 12–3PM for pumpkins, face painting, treats, music, haybale photos, raffles & more!
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Enjoy screen-free fun as you make vibrant mosaic art—one sticker at a time. Ages 6+ |
3 events,Telling Tales is a free family festival dedicated to inspiring a love of reading. Connect with Canada's leading children's authors, illustrators, storytellers and musicians. 2 DAYS - 5 STAGES - 50+ AUTHORS […]
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Join us for Rock Climbing and Rock Art! Our experienced staff will handle all the technical rope work while you focus on making it to the top! Ropes, harnesses and belay devices are provided at no extra charge. Climbing shoes are not provided. Please wear clean, snug-fitting running shoes and comfortable clothing. Once you've conquered […] Join us at the Westmount Recreation Centre (Community Room 2) from October 3-5, where kids will engage in interactive activities and games to explore the impact of recycling and how they can make a difference in their community. |
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Our firefighter friends are coming to storytime! Listen to them read a flame-filled story and learn all about fire safety and escape planning. An outdoor firetruck visit and show & tell […] Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. Presented by AFH-Hamilton. Explore Spanish-language books and practice your Spanish while meeting friends and doing group activities. Presented by Asociación Fraternidad Hispana - Hamilton (AFH-Hamilton) with support from Keetup Publishing House. |
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2 events,Introducing the Hamilton Farmers' Market Lil' Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school, join us at the Hamilton Farmers' Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on Thursday mornings. Starting September 11th, from 10:30-11:30AM, join Darcy from Enchantment Theatre for a program that introduces the love of the Market through music, storytelling, […]
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Featuring a magic comedy show for all Celebrate our amazing community with FREE food, family games, arts & crafts and more |
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch |
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch
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Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the Oakville Chinese Network! Come and enjoy cultural activities including DIY Chinese knots and lanterns, mooncake tasting, a lively dragon dance, and a photo booth with traditional Chinese costumes. This free, family-friendly event offers a joyful way to experience Chinese culture and community spirit. This is a pre-show event. You […]
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Bring your child to Milton Martial Arts World for a free demo class and exciting ninja obstacle course! Discover martial arts, build confidence, make friends, and have fun. Brought by […]
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch |
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch |
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch |
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch Amenez toute la famille à l'heure du conte et préparez-vous à lire. Bring the whole family to French storytime and get ready to read. Amenez toute la famille à l'heure […] |
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Firefighter Fun
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with crafts and activities focused on firefighting and fire safety. Make crafts and explore activities focused on fire safety, firefighters and other community helpers in celebration of Fire Prevention Week. October 10 10:00-11:00 Binbrook Branch October 10 12:30-1:30 Concession Branch October 11 10:00-12:00 Barton Branch October 11 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch Introducing the Hamilton Farmers' Market Lil' Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school, join us at the Hamilton Farmers' Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on […] |
1 event,Kerry’s Place is Canada’s largest Autism services provider to children, teenagers, adults and families. We help Autistic people participate fully in their community! Individualized, short-term support from our expert Autism […] |
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Fall Fair at HPL
Fall fair fun and games. Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities. Sept 19 10-12 Valley Park Branch Sept 19 10-11 Binbrook Branch Sept 19 11-12 Barton Branch Sept 19 1-2 Sherwood Branch Sept 20 10-11 Saltfleet Branch Sept 20 3-4 Stoney Creek Branch Oct 18 11-1 Central Branch Oct 24 […] Come join us for a fun-filled day of building and creativity at Walmart Oakville Supercentre. Get ready to unleash your imagination and create amazing structures with LEGO bricks. Don't miss out […]
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DIG IT! Archaeology and the 1918 Flu in Hamilton takes place at the DM+A next Saturday, October 18th! At this FREE family-friendly event, you'll join experts from McMaster University's Department of Anthropology to excavate […]
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This year, we’re bringing a Halloween twist with a plastic-focused upcycling workshop at Burlington Centre (unit A2 - formerly Cogeco). Join us Saturday, Oct 18th, from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM at the Burlington […] |
2 events,Come join us for a fun-filled day of building and creativity at Walmart Oakville Supercentre. Get ready to unleash your imagination and create amazing structures with LEGO bricks. Don't miss out […] Get ready for two cozy weekends of fall fun, October 18th & 19th + 25th & 26th from 12pm-8pm daily and it’s FREE ADMISSION! Here’s what you can expect: Bonfires […] |
1 event,Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. Presented by AFH-Hamilton. Explore Spanish-language books and practice your Spanish while meeting friends and doing group activities. Presented by Asociación Fraternidad […] |
2 events,Join HPL staff for stories, songs and rhymes that foster acceptance and inclusion, celebrate family diversity, being yourself and a love of reading.
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Diamond Teachers Group is running a free online Halloween Math Fun Workshop for students in Grades 4–7 across Canada on October 21, 2025, from 7:30–8:30 PM EST. Ideal for students in grades 4–7, they will tackle spooky-themed math challenges designed to spark creativity and problem-solving. |
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Kids wear costumes for a parade and trick-or-treat at participating stores.
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Join us October 23rd from 12pm-2pm. Kids create Halloween Pumpkin Masks using paper plates, construction paper, and pipe cleaners! This complimentary event will take place in the common area in […] |
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Pumpkin Palooza Party
Dress up to parade, dance and party. Get dressed up for a library parade, crafts and dance at this family-friendly pumpkin party. October 24 10:00-11:00 Westdale Branch October 24 1:00-1:30 Sherwood Branch October 24 2:00-3:00 Valley Park Branch October 29 10:00-10:30 Waterdown Branch October 31 10:00-11:00 Kenilworth Branch October 31 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch
Fall Fair at HPL
Fall fair fun and games. Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities. Sept 19 10-12 Valley Park Branch Sept 19 10-11 Binbrook Branch Sept 19 11-12 Barton Branch Sept 19 1-2 Sherwood Branch Sept 20 10-11 Saltfleet Branch Sept 20 3-4 Stoney Creek Branch Oct 18 11-1 Central Branch Oct 24 […] Amenez toute la famille à l'heure du conte et préparez-vous à lire. Bring the whole family to French storytime and get ready to read. Amenez toute la famille à l'heure du conte et préparez-vous à lire. Découvrez des histoires, des rimes, de la musique, des jeux de doigts et des tableaux de flanelle dans le […]
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he Downtown Hamilton BIA is excited to announce the return of the Halloween Spooktacular for 2025! Taking place in Gore Park on Friday, October 24 from 5 to 8 PM, the park will be transformed into a family-friendly celebration of all things spooky. Event attendees can enjoy: Face painting Kiddie amusement rides Photo booth Strolling […] |
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Let the Ghoul Times Roll
During the season of ghosts and goblins, Bronte will host a unique daytime event in Bronte Market Square. Let the Ghoul Times Roll invites people of all ages to dress-up in costume, strap on a pair of roller-skates and enjoy a day of skating and music. It’s sure to be a frighteningly good time!
Halloween Fun Trick or Treat at Hamilton Farmer’s Market
Get ready for a spooktacular early Halloween at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market! On Saturday October 25th, will be for a day filled with Halloween fun, treats, and seasonal activities for the whole family. Put on your favorite costume and join us as we celebrate the season in style. Throughout the day, kids and adults alike […]
Fall Fair at HPL
Fall fair fun and games. Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities. Sept 19 10-12 Valley Park Branch Sept 19 10-11 Binbrook Branch Sept 19 11-12 Barton Branch Sept 19 1-2 Sherwood Branch Sept 20 10-11 Saltfleet Branch Sept 20 3-4 Stoney Creek Branch Oct 18 11-1 Central Branch Oct 24 […]
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Children enjoy an open-air, outdoor Halloween Hunt. The Deck, outdoors by Entrance 3, off Leighland Ave, by Stack restaurant.Families take their individual turn exploring a “not-so-spooky” haunted walk through for their own prepackaged treat bagTim Horton’s on site to join the Halloween funChildren $10+hstAdults freeReservations and prepayment requiredTo reserve your line up window time, emailinfo@duranplaceforkids.com […]
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A magic show that is sure to amaze and entertain. Join magician Owen Anderson for a fun show featuring lots of laughter, audience participation and a magical surprise or two. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
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Celebrate Halloween with Tiny Tots Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Milton on Saturday, October 25th! This event invites children & families to trick-or-treat at local businesses. Costumes are encouraged! Downtown’s Main St. […] |
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Halloween Spooktacular Indoor Trick or Treating at Burlington Centre
Join us for Burlington Centre's Annual Indoor Trick or Treating Event. Children are invited to travel throughout the centre, visiting over 10 themed Halloween photo sets. Enjoy the Cogeco Fun Zone, exciting giveaways, candy, and more. Don't forget to dress up in your favourite costumes and bring a camera to capture all the fun.
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Join us for an un-BOO-lievable day full of creepy, creative fun! Activities include: Pottery, Cartooning, Mixed Media, Painting, Fabric Art, Storytime with Hamilton Public Library – Dundas, and more. Please bring a bag or box to take home your projects.
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Bring your kids, in costume if they please, to Parkette to enjoy 2 vaguely kind-of spooky books and play the Funny Face Monster Mash Up drawing game with me! (invented by my mother, patent pending) I’ll wear a costume regardless, I cant be stopped. Sunday the 26th or October! Put it in your calendars!
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Join us for Howl-oween at the beautiful West Avenue Cider House on Sunday, October 26 for a spooky season celebration the whole family can enjoy (dogs included, bonus points for canine costumes!). Enjoy a vendor market, delicious local cider and eats, raffles, an adoptables meet & greet, kids’ activities, a BATM alumni meetup, and more! |
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Pumpkin Palooza Party
Dress up to parade, dance and party. Get dressed up for a library parade, crafts and dance at this family-friendly pumpkin party. October 24 10:00-11:00 Westdale Branch October 24 1:00-1:30 Sherwood Branch October 24 2:00-3:00 Valley Park Branch October 29 10:00-10:30 Waterdown Branch October 31 10:00-11:00 Kenilworth Branch October 31 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch
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Join us for a monster-iffic evening of family fun at Lime Ridge on Wednesday October 29th from 5pm to 8pm. Dress up in your best costume and enjoy: Trick-or-Treating at participating retailers. Halloween craft stations for little ghosts and ghouls. Meet and Greets with Wayfinder Princess, Halloween Ragdoll, The Salem Sisters and Spider Hero. BOO-tastic […] |
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Follow the clues to rescue your favourite character from the Haunted Library. It's Halloween and Frankenstein is locked in the Haunted Library. Solve riddles and puzzles to rescue them before time is up.
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An escape room adventure for teens. Bring your friends and work your way out of the haunted library. Follow clues, solve puzzles and watch out for phantom books. Please note: one group will enter the escape room at a time.
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Join Mapleview for a frightfully fun evening of costumes, candy, and family memories! 📅 Date: Thursday, October 30th, 2025 Bring your little ghosts and goblins to fill their bags with treats from participating retailers. 🍬 Trick-or-Treat begins at 6 PM.* 📷 Photo booth fun from 5 PM- 8 PM. Get your costume ready for Mapleview’s spooky yet sweet Halloween […] |
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Pumpkin Palooza Party
Dress up to parade, dance and party. Get dressed up for a library parade, crafts and dance at this family-friendly pumpkin party. October 24 10:00-11:00 Westdale Branch October 24 1:00-1:30 Sherwood Branch October 24 2:00-3:00 Valley Park Branch October 29 10:00-10:30 Waterdown Branch October 31 10:00-11:00 Kenilworth Branch October 31 10:30-11:30 Red Hill Branch
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Spend the morning trick-or-treating through Downtown Oakville with your little ones at participating merchants along Lakeshore and side streets. Look for the Participation Pumpkin on store windows. The first 200 people to visit RevolutionHER will recieve a free trick or treat tote!
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Little Tot Trick or Treat is back by popular demand! Bring your little ones for a stroll in Kerr Village on Thursday, October 31, from 11 AM - 2 PM to receive treats from participating businesses. Participating merchants will have a ghost sign in the window.
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Halloween 2-8pm Indoors Scavenger hunt around - Leads to Candy Family Photo Op - Free download Coloring Contest - Prizes Kernel- Crawling Corny Prize Hunt Pumpkin Toss |
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Calling kids of all ages to Erchless Estate for a community jack-o'-lantern display and some fall treats and fun. All Ages Bring your own carved pumpkin to line the pathways around the Coach House at Erchless, hear a spooky story, show off your costume one last time and enjoy some cider and cookies. You can […]
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The trick-or-treaters may have come and gone but the Halloween fun continues for one more night! If you plan on joining our carved pumpkin contest or you would like to see your jack-o'-lantern on the pathway, make sure to drop off your creations to the Grimsby Public Pool parking lot between 8AM-4PM on event day! |
