Brought 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 – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
Popping 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, and play in their own way. Staff will provide materials to foster unstructured play that allows children to explore and use their imaginations. They will […]
Puppet shows, stories and songs. Saturday, June 28: 10:00am - 10:30am Westdale Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Barton Monday, August 11: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Turner Park Tuesday, August 12: 10:00am - 11:00am Terryberry Friday, August 15: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Mount Hope Wednesday, August 20: 10:00am - 11:00am Central Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am - 10:30am […]
Music, movement and more. Friday, June 06: 3:00pm - 3:30pm Waterdown Wednesday, July 02: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Kenilworth Monday, July 21: 10:00am - 10:30am Valley Park Saturday, August 09: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central
Best suited for families with children 3-8 years of age. For over 25 years now BarryO has been entertaining and educating kids with his one of a kind variety show. Ventriloquism is at the heart of the BarryO Kidshow, with a spoonful of juggling, magic and more!
Drop-in for some fun, low impact, calming stretches and exercises. Wednesday, June 25: 10:30am - 11:00am Concession Wednesday, July 16: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown
Join in the free activities and discover the highlights of your community through our community partners for a day of water fun at Hilary Bald Park. Bring your bathing suits!
Join author Jess Hannigan for a reading of Spider in the Well. Learn about writing and illustrating a picture book and participate in a group drawing activity. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
For children 3-5 years of age accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Join us for a fun-filled session where parents and preschoolers will enjoy a delightful story, then get creative by designing their own puzzles! Using templates and colorful magazine pictures, little ones will cut, glue, and piece together their very own jigsaw masterpiece to take […]
There are so many kinds of animals that we often call birds. We will learn about their amazing adaptations, how important they are to the natural world (including us!), and how to identify the different groups. Presented by Dan the Nature Man. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
Come learn the basics of birding, a fun hobby and a great way to introduce kids to citizen science. Best for 8+ Friday, July 11: 10:00am - 11:00am Sherwood Wednesday, July 16: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Kenilworth Thursday, July 24: 10:00am - 11:00am Binbrook Tuesday, August 05: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Waterdown Thursday, August 21: 2:00pm - […]
For children 5-8 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. *Parents must remain in the library for the duration of the program. It's time to Party! In this interactive program, participants will explore fun and unique birthday traditions from around the world through stories, games, music, and a hands-on craft. They’ll learn how […]
Free Swim sponsored by Access Storage. A recreational swim open to all ages and swimmer abilities, with both lap and warm water pool available for use. Fun features of the pool are available for everyone to enjoy. Operational features include Warming pool, diving board, inclusive changeroom spaces.
This summer, Oakville Fire crews will be visiting splash pads around Town as they connect with the community though the Summer Splash campaign. Starting July 9, families are invited to meet fire crews, check out fire trucks and learn about fire safety. Summer Splash is a fire prevention initiative that encourages residents to meet with […]
Free 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 p.m. at Falgarwood Pool Tuesday, July 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Bronte Pool Wednesday, July 16 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Brookdale Pool Wednesday, July 23 […]
Get your passport ready to play the library version of the Amazing Race. Registration required - check the website for details. Thursday, July 03: 10:00am - 11:00am Waterdown Thursday, July 17: 10:00am - 11:00am Binbrook Monday, July 21: 11:00am - 12:00pm Westdale Wednesday, July 23: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Terryberry Saturday, July 26: 1:00pm - 2:00pm […]
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Become a cartographer for the day! Design your own world map with mountains, rivers, cities, and more while learning the basics of map legends, compass roses, and geography. Let your imagination shape new lands and bring your dream […]
A 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 Greensville Thursday, July 17: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kenilworth
Grab 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 live music! Band information coming soon! JULY 3 JULY 10 JULY 17 JULY 24 JULY 31
Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Movies will begin after dusk. (Sunset) Night at the Museum Thursday July 10th Ireland Park 2315 Headon Forest Dr Encanto Thurs July 17th Kilbride Park 2175 Blessington St Toy […]
Free day use at all Ontario Parks. We are opening our doors to everyone in Ontario; there will be no charge for day use visitation during the celebration. Explore a new park, sample our facilities and services or enjoy a fun event in a great natural setting!
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone, where you’ll explore, how 3D printing works and properties of infinite loops, investigate why trees are important to engineers, and create an elastic-powered car.
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library. Check the website for this week's lineup!
Listen 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 13: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Binbrook Saturday, June 21: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Monday, July 07: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pier 8 Waterfront Friday, July 11: […]
Explore different ways to bring your drawing to life through animation. Animate paper drawings in a variety of styles and learn how different types of animation work. Friday, July 18: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Barton Monday, July 21: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kenilworth
For children 8 -12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Travel the world without leaving the library! Learn about famous global landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the Great Wall of China, and then create your own unique landmark. Use your imagination to design a structure that represents your dream destination!
Bring your lawn chair or blanket and your favourite movie snack for a fun family night out - at the movies!! Join us at dusk for a special showing of […]
Create a summer bracelet stack with Rainbow Loom and dream up your own cartoon with Scholastic. Plus, there’s storytime in store. DIY Bracelets Ages 6+ / Cartoon Creators Club Ages […]
Come out on a Saturday morning for an exciting event catering to children, families and community members where both kids and parents will have the opportunity to get up close […]
Bring 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 […]
Join author Dia Ibrahim at Indigo Burlington Centre on Saturday, July 19 (11 AM – 3 PM) for a free Magical Twin storytime and craft session. Join local author Dia […]
Update: July 18, 2025: The Milton Kids Festival has been rescheduled to later in August. Sorry for the confusion and thanks for your understanding. Join us at Milton Community […]
Sarah's kid yoga classes are a unique program offering for ages 4-8. Sarah combines the best of her 20 year Kindergarten teachings with her yoga passion to create a truly […]
PRIDE Halton 2025 is shaping up to be the biggest and most exciting celebration of love, diversity, and inclusion in our community. Planning is still underway, but we are thrilled […]
The excitement doesn’t stop at the parade! Pride in the Park is a vibrant festival filled with entertainment, food, activities, and community connection. This family-friendly event has something for everyone, […]
Music, movement and more. Friday, June 06: 3:00pm - 3:30pm Waterdown Wednesday, July 02: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Kenilworth Monday, July 21: 10:00am - […]
Get your passport ready to play the library version of the Amazing Race. Registration required - check the website for details. Thursday, July 03: 10:00am - 11:00am Waterdown Thursday, July […]
Free 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 […]
Explore different ways to bring your drawing to life through animation. Animate paper drawings in a variety of styles and learn how different types of animation work. Friday, July 18: […]
Join 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 […]
Listen 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 […]
Use the resources and equipment from our Makerspaces to beat the clock and escape the room. Tuesday, July 22: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Concession Saturday, July 26: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Sherwood […]
Brought 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 – […]
Popping 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, […]
Free Swim sponsored by Access Storage. A recreational swim open to all ages and swim abilities, with both lap and leisure pool available for use. Amenities: Double looped Waterslide, warming […]
Learn about different forms of transportation used around the world. Transportation-themed activities focused on bikes, trains, tuk tuks and more. Explore modes of transportation used all around the world. Tuesday, […]
Join 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 […]
Learn 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 […]
Every other week, Animal Services hosts a Coyote Etiquette and Petiquette Pop-Up table at Central Library. Stop by our pop-up table to ask questions and learn more about a variety […]
Get your passport ready to play the library version of the Amazing Race. Registration required - check the website for details. Thursday, July 03: 10:00am - 11:00am Waterdown Thursday, July […]
