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Event Series Kids’ Trivia

Kids’ Trivia

HPL - selected branches

Test your trivia knowledge on this week's theme in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. Thursday, June 12: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Monday, June 30: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Monday, July 14: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 12: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Thursday, August 14: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am […]

Burlington Cruisin’ Car Show

Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

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 & engaging space where car enthusiasts can showcase their passion for automobiles while doing good for the community

Event Series Tell Tales

Tell Tales

HPL - selected branches

Read 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 activities. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, June 05: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Thursday, June 12: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Monday, June 16: […]

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch 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 walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

Burlington’s Canada Day Celebrations

Celebrate Canada Day with the City of Burlington at Spencer Smith Park on July 1, 2025! Experience a day of fun-filled activities, delicious food, vibrant vendors, and lively entertainment at our picturesque waterfront location. Cap off the celebration with a breathtaking drone and fireworks display! Free Shuttlebus from the Burlington Centre

Celebrate the Lancaster’s 80th Birthday

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum 9280 Airport Rd, Mount Hope, Ontario, Canada

Happy birthday to our Lancaster – 80 years young! Come join us on Canada Day as we celebrate this Canadian icon. Lancaster FM213 rolled off the production line at Victory Aircraft in Malton (Mississauga) in July 1945. Eighty years later, the Mynarski Memorial Lancaster, sometimes affectionately known as VeRA, is a staple of Southern Ontario […]

Canada Day Parent & Tot Yoga with Goats

Triple C Farm 500 Carluke Rd W, Ancaster, Ontario, Canada

The more we GOAT together, the happier we’ll be! You and your little one(s) will enjoy some gentle yoga poses to kid-friendly music…and you will be surrounded by adorable, friendly goats! Come out and see what it’s all about.   Please Note: This class is tailored for pre-school aged children (babies welcome of course). You […]

$35

Canada Day at HMCS Haida

HMCS Haida Pier 9, 658 Catharine St N, Hamilton, ON, Canada

Celebrate Canada Day at HMCS Haida! Step aboard Canada's most fightingest warship, hear stories of brave sailors, and take in beautiful views of Lake Ontario. Join us on July 1 for free admission, a memorable way to honour Canada’s naval history, and a great way to celebrate with the entire family.  For more details on […]

Canada Day at Fort George

Fort George National Historic Site 51 Queen's Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada

Celebrate Canada's birthday at Fort George National Historic Site! Listen to period music, support the Friends of Fort George, and don’t miss our captivating musket demonstrations and cannon firings! Canada Day festivities at the fort conclude with a fantastic concert and fun to be had by all!

Grimsby Canada Day Festival

Grimsby Museum 6 Murray Street, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

Join the Grimsby Museum for Canada Day celebrations as we celebrate Canada's 158th birthday with this annual one-day festival. Face painting, bounce castles, Museum exhibitions, photo booth, DJ and other entertainment. BBQ provided by Grimsby Lion’s Club 

Canada Day at the Bronte Legion

The Bronte Legion 79 Jones St, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Everyone is welcome! Food trucks, beer & wine “garden”, handmade & vendor market, kids’ activities, live music and more!

Lincoln’s Canada Day

Charles Daley Park 1969 North Service Rd, Jordan, ON, Canada

Join us for a family friendly celebration including activities, entertainment, food vendors and an amazing fireworks show! RAIN or SHINE! SHUTTLE available between Town Hall to Charles Daley Park from 1 - 11 p.m.  Family Activities 1:30 - 7 p.m. Button making, face-painting, Canada Day Bracelet Making, bubble station, Lincoln Fire Rescue, Lincoln Museum & […]

Canada Day Military Tattoo

Dundurn National Historic Site 610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Join us for a spectacular evening of fun and music on July 1! This family-friendly event features a lively performance by the Regimental Band of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry, the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders of Canada Pipes & Drums, and the talented Argyllshire Dancers. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for an unforgettable […]

Oakville’s Canada Day Celebrations

Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

This family-friendly birthday bash will feature: a variety of cultural activities, including arts and crafts interactive sports try-its food and beverage services, and busking-style performances. The evening will also include: community performances welcome speeches professional entertainers, and a fireworks display to end the evening.

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch 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 walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

Event Series Family Dance Party

Family Dance Party

HPL - selected branches

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

Crash Rhythm Drumming Workshop

HPL - Stoney Creek Branch 777 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

Learn about drumming with musicians from Crash Rhythm Drumming. Join drummers from Crash Rhythm in this engaging workshop full of loud, percussive fun. Try bucket drumming and write a song to play together. Presented by Crash Rhythm Drumming.

Event Series Kids’ Book Swap

Kids’ Book Swap

HPL - selected branches

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 - 3:00pm Turner Park Saturday, July 19: 11:00am - 1:00pm Barton Tuesday, August 05: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Hope Tuesday, August 12: 1:00pm - 2:00pm […]

Mime Performance at HPL

HPL - Terryberry Branch 100 Mohawk Road West, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Professional mime Trevor Copp performs the Carnival of the Animals. Trevor Copp physically interprets the animals in French composer Camille Saint-Saens' humourous musical, the Carnival of Animals. The music is often used to introduce kids to the world of Classical Western music. Trevor is the founder and artistic director of the Tottering Biped Theatre Theatre Company. […]

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch 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 walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

The Amazing Race, Library Edition

HPL - selected branches

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 […]

Event Series Grimsby Music in the Park

Grimsby Music in the Park

Coronation Park - Grimsby 77 Main St W, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

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

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch 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 walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

Event Series Kids’ Book Swap

Kids’ Book Swap

HPL - selected branches

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 - 3:00pm Turner Park Saturday, July 19: 11:00am - 1:00pm Barton Tuesday, August 05: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Hope Tuesday, August 12: 1:00pm - 2:00pm […]

Event Series Magic Mel

Magic Mel

HPL - selected branches

An upbeat, hilarious and interactive magical experience with magician Mel Jones who has entertained audiences of all ages all over the world for 15 years. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served. Friday, July 04: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Saltfleet Thursday, July 31: 3:00pm - 4:00pm Turner Park

Event Series Hamilton Cardinals Baseball

Hamilton Cardinals Baseball

Bernie Arbour Stadium 1100 Mohawk Rd East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Join 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 we honour all the amazing dads with a fun-filled evening of baseball, family, and unforgettable memories. June 20 7:30pm - Heroes in the Nest - […]

Event Series Hamilton Cardinals Baseball

Hamilton Cardinals Baseball

Bernie Arbour Stadium 1100 Mohawk Rd East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Join 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 we honour all the amazing dads with a fun-filled evening of baseball, family, and unforgettable memories. June 20 7:30pm - Heroes in the Nest - […]

Cherry Festival

St Mark's Anglican Church, NOTL 41 Byron Street, NIagara on the Lake, ON, Canada

Mark 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 event will have cherries, cherry pies, books, jewelry, treasures, and clothing for sale with a barbeque, bake sale, children's activities, and music.

Safari Saturday: Clay Animal Terra Cotta Pots

Michaels Craft Stores Ontario, Canada

Dig into creative fun this summer as we create clay animals to sit on a clay pot. $5 each with all supplies included.

$5

Breakfast with Bluey

Southcote 53 534 Garner Rd E, Ancaster, Ontario, Canada

Get 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 a family outing or weekend treat.

$20

Drag Queen Storytime with Gila Munster!

MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

For 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 celebration of storytelling and Pride. We will share music, dancing, and age-appropriate storybooks about self-love, acceptance, and LGBTQ+ representation. Titles include "Miss Rita, Mystery Reader," […]

Event Series Cineplex Family Favourites

Cineplex Family Favourites

Cineplex and SilverCity Theatres Ontario, Canada

Weekend 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 movie and times.

Event Series Birds at the Library

Birds at the Library

HPL - selected branches

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 with limited space. First-come, first-served. Saturday, July 05: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Freelton Monday, July 07: 3:00pm - 4:00pm Red Hill Wednesday, July 23: 2:00pm - […]

Event Series Forge FC Home Game

Forge FC Home Game

Forge FC 64 Melrose Avenue North, Hamilton, ON, Canada

Established 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 champions, our journey includes competing at the pinnacle of North American soccer, the Concacaf Champions Cup.  Forge FC matches are mobile tickets only. There is […]

Train Days at the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology

Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology 900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Catch 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 head to the Pumphouse to learn about Hamilton’s steam-powered Waterworks, built in 1859. 

admission by donation

Tales by Moonlight with Drums et al

HPL - Central Branch 55 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Drums 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 drumming styles. They'll hear tales of Anansi the clever spider, Ijapa the cunning turtle and other colourful characters. This is a drop-in event with limited […]

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