Ride the Antique Carousel at Lakeside Park
Take a trip back in time when you ride the antique carousel at Lakeside Park in Port Dalhousie. It really is a thing of beauty and nostalgia.
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The Best Places To See The Leaves Change in Burlington and Hamilton
Here are our suggestions for the best places to see leaves change in Burlington and Hamilton.
Gage Park Greenhouse is a Tropical Oasis in The Big City
The Greenhouse is located inside the grounds of Gage Park and creates a warm, tropical oasis right in the heart of The Steel City. The Gage Park Greenhouse is one …
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Letters From Afar Brings The World To Your Mailbox
I love anything that encourages my kids to read! Letter From Afar delivered something new and exciting to our mailbox each month and made my kiddo excited to read! We’ve …
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Stroller-Friendly Trails in Burlington, Oakville and Hamilton
Here are some of the best-loved and most recommended stroller-friendly trails in Burlington, Oakville and Hamilton. We asked our followers with wee ones where they love to walk with their wagons and wheels.
Park Play Dates
Join us weekly at local parks for some fresh air play time, refreshments, giveaways and of course, socializing!
Fishing in Hamilton Burlington and the Surrounding Area
Fishing in the Hamilton and Burlington area is such a unique way to spend the day in nature. It’s a great family activity for kids and adults of all ages. …
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How To Borrow Free Parks Passes From Your Library
Your library has free family passes to local conservation areas, Ontario Parks and botanical gardens. Here is how to borrow them!
50+ Free Things To Do In The Summer + Printable Activity List
50 free and cheap things to do with your kids this summer vacation.
Movies Under The Stars – Free Outdoor Movies In Burlington
Enjoy free outdoor movies under the stars all summer long throughout Burlington Ontario. The City of Burlington is once again hosting its summer series “Movies Under The Stars”. These outdoor …
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Burlington’s Children Festival Has 3x The Fun in 2022!
Burlington’s Children’s Festival is back for 2022 and has a new look for this year! In order to serve more people and spread out the crowds, you can check out …
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The Best Hamilton Skate Parks According To Local Kids
Summer is the prime time for skateboarding, scootering and BMX biking, and these Hamilton area skateparks provide the perfect location for kids (and adults!) to perfect their next trick! If …
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Happy Rolph’s is a Free Animal Sanctuary Kids Will Love
Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm in St. Catharines is a must-visit for families. Pack a lunch and bring the kids, because this is a day trip you’re going to want to …
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Parent Support Groups and Social Programs
Parent support groups and social programs for new parents are a great way to connect with parents in the same stage of parenthood as you are. New parents, experienced parents, …
Splash Pads and Wading Pools in Hamilton
Just in time for the hot temperatures, splash pads and wading pools in Hamilton are opening up again for the season! You’re almost guaranteed to have at least one within …
Splash Pads and Pools in Oakville
We’ve got all of your splash pads and swimming pools in Oakville so you can cool down all summer long! Oakville has dozens of wet and wild splash pads and …
Splash Pads, Outdoor and Wading Pools in Burlington
Spend your summer cooling down at a Burlington splash pad (sometimes called splash parks or spray pads). Most of them are free summer activities! If you need a bigger refresh, …
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Tansley Woods Community Centre
Burlington’s Tansley Woods Community Centre is home to a full day (or more!) of fun for families. Come with us as Esther and her family tell you all the reasons …
March Break Bingo With Prizes!
March Break Bingo is the perfect way to spend your week away from school! 25 ways to make any spring break great! We’ve come up with 24 simple ways you …
Easy Crafts and Experiments For Kids
March Break is almost here and if you’re staying close to home, we have 5 easy experiments and messy crafts you can do with your kids! These simple activities can …
Where Do Kids Eat Free in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Milton?
“Where do kids eat free?” is one of the most frequently asked here at Active Parents, so we keep our list of places where kids can eat free updated! Turns …
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The Best Indoor Play Centres That Toddlers Love
Take your children to an indoor play centre for toddlers and little kids this week. Not sure where to go? We have the inside scoop on the indoor play centres …
Free and Cheap Things To Do in Burlington With Kids
Burlington is consistently voted one of the best cities for families in Canada, and we couldn’t agree more. But it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to …
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Natural Playgrounds Near Burlington and Hamilton
There are so many natural playgrounds near Burlington and Hamilton, and visiting one with a picnic in tow makes for an excellent and inexpensive summer day! What makes it a …
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Free and Cheap Things To Do With Kids In Hamilton
Having fun with kids in tow doesn’t have to cost a lot with these free and cheap things to do in Hamilton.