Geocaching in Burlington and Hamilton is a great way to spend time outdoors with your kids. It brings together walking in the fresh air, investigative skills and a treasure hunt! Let’s go! What is geocaching and how does it work? Geocaching is an outdoor activity where participants use an app or GPS coordinates to search …
A visit to The Hamilton Aviary is a great way to feel tropical while supporting this wonderful, volunteer-run bird sanctuary in Dundas, Ontario.
Looking to buy some cloth face masks in Burlington, Oakville and Hamilton? Here are local businesses and sewists making and selling cloth masks.
A night at the local drive-in movie theatre is a great way to get out of the house and enjoy big-screen entertainment in Hamilton and Halton. Hot tip: going in spring means the movie starts a little earlier so you kids won’t be up as late!
Looking for a new read? Check out our coverage on #BurlOn’s Little Free Libraries, and swap out an old favourite, for a new summer read!
What Can We Do During Lockdown? Hamilton and Halton (and almost all of Ontario) have moved into Grey Zone which means we are even more limited on what we can do during this extended break. But here are some ideas to answer the question “What Can We Do Now?”
Updated December 24, 2020 Updated info on ice skating in Burlington, Hamilton and Oakville. This winter you will find us rink-side tying up our skates and zooming around the outdoor skating rinks. Here is where all of the outdoor ice skating rinks are so you can join us! While Public Health is continuing to encourage …
Having fun with kids in tow doesn’t have to cost a lot with these 8 free and cheap things to do in Hamilton.
Bronte Creek Park in Oakville is part of the Ontario gradual re-opening, and starting Friday, May 15th, here is what you can expect Bronte Creek Park to look like at your visit.
Our very own Janelle is a Chudleigh’s superfan and she’s back with her tips and tricks on how to make your next trip to Chudleigh’s Entertainment Farm in Milton the best it can be.
Corn Mazes are a ton of fun, and they’re a super-easy way to be outdoors and socially distanced from others.
Fall is my jam, and nothing beats a family trip to a one of the many local pick your own apple orchards. Every year we load up on more-than-we-can-carry apples, then we cart them home and search for delicious ways to use them all up. As a result, I fancy myself an apple sous chef, …
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Burlington is full of fun events and activities. But this year, we’ve been organizing our own fun, like you have been! Here we’re rounding up 5 of our fave free things to do in Burlington at any time of day, so you can try them, too!
Hiking with kids in Hamilton and Halton is a perfect way to soak up some vitamin D and enjoy the calmness (and social distancing) that nature brings. Any excuse to get outdoors is a great excuse! My kids were long over the mundane neighbourhood walks a few weeks into the provincial stay-at-home orders, so once nature …
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When the summer temperatures rise there is no better way to cool down than at one of the 9 splash pads or outdoor pools in Burlington! Cannonball!
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 walking distance or a just short drive or bus ride away. Pack a picnic and take a fun trip to one of these parks!
We’ve got all of your splash pads and swimming pools in Oakville so you can cool down all summer long!
Creek Walking is one of the best ways to cool down in nature. Nothing is more refreshing and grounding than dipping your toes into cool, flowing water. Here are our favourite spots for creek walking in Burlington.
Great news for fans of African Lion Safari – they’ve reopened and you can enjoy their drive through Game Reserves from the comfort of your own vehicle now!
Baked or fried? Yeast or cake? Filled or ring? However you like them, we’ve got ’em! Our guide to the best doughnuts in Hamilton and Burlington, as voted on by our readers.
Great news in the world of “something new to do with your family”…Oakville’s 5 Drive-In is reopening!
Safari Niagara has reopened, and as part of their Phase 1, brings you a wild family adventure!
Brantford Twin Valley Zoo is top of our must-visit destinations for so many reasons. We’ve got all the reasons to visit, plus some helpful hints for your day, right here.
Temps are rising and I can’t think of a better way to cool down than with a frosty dessert! Read on for your guide to the best spots for gelato, frozen yogurt, and ice cream in Hamilton.
The Arboretum at Royal Botanical Gardens re-opens on Wednesday, May 27 for limited access, and here is everything you need to know to plan your visit.
Temps are rising and I can’t think of a better way to cool down than with a frosty dessert! Read on for your guide to the hottest local spots for gelato, frozen yogurt, and ice cream in Oakville!
Temps are rising and I can’t think of a better way to cool down than with a frosty dessert! Read on for your guide to the best spots for gelato, frozen yogurt, and ice cream in Burlington.