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!
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Art Gallery of Hamilton – How To Visit For Free!
The Art Gallery of Hamilton is one of the city’s best places to visit for families. And we have the scoop on how you can visit for free! Read on to find out.
Kids Eat Free At These Hamilton Area Restaurants
We love restaurants where kids eat free which is why we love this list of restaurants where kids eat free or cheap in Hamilton.
Where Do Kids Eat Free in Niagara?
If you want to know where kids eat free today in St. Catharines and Niagara, we got you! You can even find some eateries that offer daily or weekly kids eat free in the Niagara Falls area.
23+ Outdoor Skating Rinks in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Milton
“Hey, Active Parents! Is there an outdoor skating rink near me?” Yep! Outdoor ice skating rinks are a great place to take your kids in the winter. Burlington, Oakville, Milton …
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Where Do Kids Eat Free in 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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Burlington Festival of Lights – 2022 Dates and Photos
It is rare to have such a beautiful light festival also be FREE but the Burlington Festival of Lights is just that! Here’s when it starts, ends and what displays you can expect to see.
Top 10 Toboggan Hills in Burlington and Hamilton
Tobogganing is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to keep kids entertained on a snowy day. Grab a sled and your snow pants and use our list to find a tobogganing hill in Hamilton and Burlington to visit.
Back For 2022 – The Candlelit Stroll Through Downtown Burlington
Fantastic news! The Candlelit Stroll through Downtown Burlington is back for 2022 and we have all the details! What Is The Candlelit Stroll? The Candlelit Stroll takes place in Downtown …
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Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas for Exhausted Parents
It’s that time of year again when all parents could use a few easy Elf on the Shelf ideas, so please to inspired by our list of ideas for tired …
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How to Write Mindful Letters To Santa
Writing letters to Santa is one of the ways many of us kick off the season, and this week, I learned the most wonderful way to construct a mindful letter …
Our Favourite Family Board Games
Board games are a great way to make some serious memories with your family, and a staple at our house. Here are our favourite family board games.
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.
Free & Cheap Things To Do with Babies in Fall
Mel Peachy is a new mom who loves getting out there but refuses to break the mat-leave bank to have fun. She’s here to run down her favourite free and …
The Best Places To See The Leaves Change in Burlington and Hamilton
October is the perfect time to watch the leaves in Ontario change from fresh green to warm, firey hues before the frost of winter rolls in. 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.
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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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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The 5 Coolest Skate Parks in Oakville, Ontario
Oakville is home to five skate parks, spread throughout the town. They vary in size and style, but all pack a punch of fun and exercise for kids on wheels. …
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 …