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  • ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey

    Featured
    Royal Botanical Gardens Hendrie Park 680 Plains Road West, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    This outdoor exhibition features 18 sculptures and a hidden digital world set amongst nature and blooms! With Canada Strong Pass, children 0-17 receive free Garden Admission, and young adults 18–24 enjoy 50% off until September 7th. Prices adjust automatically.   Explore the vibrant sculptural universe of artist and contemporary sculptor Ken Kelleher, internationally known as […]

  • Access Storage Free Swims at Angela Coughlan Pool

    Featured Access Storage Free Swims at Angela Coughlan Pool
    Angela Coughlan Pool 2425 Upper Middle Rd, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    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.    Swimmers entering Angela Coughlan Fun swims must […]

  • Family Fun Night at Heartland Forest

    Heartland Forest 8215 Heartland Forest Rd., Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

    Join Heartland Forest on July 8 from 4–7 PM for Family Fun Night! Enjoy birds of prey from the Canadian Raptor Conservancy, train rides, carnival games, a nature hunt, interactive […]

    $5

  • Mountainside Pool Summer Community Events

    Featured Mountainside Pool Summer Community Events
    Mountainside Recreation Centre 2205 Mount Forest Drive, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Get Ready for a Splash of Fun This Summer!  Join us every Wednesday from 5:00-7:00pm for our weekly Community Event Nights — a summer series packed with creativity, laughter, and poolside fun!  (Regular admission rates apply)  What We’ve Got Lined Up This Summer:  July 1st: Canada Day Craft  Kick off the fun with a night of festive creativity! […]

  • Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash

    Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
    Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, Canada

    July 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa Park, 540 River Glen Boulevard August 5 at Valleybrook Park, 1150 Valleybrook Drive August 12 at Fowley Park, 95 Fowley Drive August 19 at Forster […]

  • Bark for Books at HPL

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. 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. Presented by Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, April 09: 6:30pm […]

  • Canada Celebrates: FIFA World Cup

    Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Canada Celebrates will bring football fans together for live match viewings, football-themed activations, cultural programming, music, food, and moments of national pride. It will run throughout the tournament from 11 June to 19 July, with pre-tournament stops on 1 June and 5 June respectively, along with supporting stops for the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Movies under the Stars Burlington

    Movies under the Stars
    Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Presented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note and bring: Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blanket and bug spray. Bring your own refreshments. Be sure to come early and reserve a spot. […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Farm Flicks at Dyments

    Dyments Farm 416 Fallsview Road E., Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Spend the evening under the stars with a special barn movie screening of Encanto! Surrounded by the charm of the farm, the barn opens into our courtyard, where a crackling […]

    $25 – $35

  • Hamilton Cardinals Home Game

    Hamilton Cardinals Home Game
    Bernie Arbour Stadium 1100 Mohawk Rd East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Come along and support the home team at these games: vs Guelph Royals, June 19, 7:30pm, Bark in the Park - Dog Shirt Giveaway vs Chatham-Kent Barnstormers, June 21, 4:00pm […]

  • Moonlight Flicks – Lincoln – Zootopia 2

    Rotary Park Lincoln 5020 Serena Drive, Lincoln, ON, Canada

    Join us in watching movies in the Town of Lincoln at Rotary Park. Bring your chair/blanket, friends & family! July 10, Zootopia 2 8:00pm  

  • Duckfest 2026

    Duckfest 2026
    Downtown Brantford 89 Dalhousie St, Brantford, ON, Canada

    DuckFest is a two-day, family-friendly festival in Downtown Brantford supporting Woodview Mental Health + Autism Services. Join us July 11 at Harmony Square for third annual Catch-A-Ducky fun, then July 12 at Brants Crossing Park for our first rubber duck race on the Grand River (in a long time!). Enjoy games, live music, prizes, and plenty of duck-filled fun […]

  • Camp Creatoloy – Wood Space Pals

    Michaels Craft Stores Michaels, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Come in-store for a fun free event! We are partnering with Learn with Michaels our online video on demand and live classes program to promote Camp Creatology with a fun event. Make free wooden space pals, and then go watch the rest of Camp online at Michaels.com!

  • RBC Kidz Day

    Oakville Farmer's Market 240 North Service Rd W, Oakville, ON, Canada

    One of the biggest family days in Oakville’s Summer Calendar! July 11th - the RBC Kidz Day at Oakville’s Farmer’s Market!

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Indigo Exclusive: Mark Liam Smith Live Drawing Tutorial & Book Signing

    Indigo Brant 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Join viral art teacher and author Mark Liam Smith at Indigo Brant for a live drawing tutorial, Q&A, and signing. Admission includes his book, materials, and take-home artwork. Pre-order The […]

    $35

  • Indigo Play Days

    Indigo Play Days
    Select Indigo and Chapters stores Burlington, ON, Canada

    Join us this Summer on Saturdays* at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for fun storytime and kids activities from GenMe™, Pokemon™, Groovy Girls®, LEGO®, Make It Real®, and Magna-Tiles®. Spaces are limited. No reservation required for accompanying adults or non-participants. Saturday July 4 at 11am & 1pm local time Summer Reading Launch Party Pick up […]

  • Night Market at West Avenue Cider

    West Avenue Cider House 84 Concession 8 East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Come enjoy a country night of cider, pizza and all things HANDMADE! July 11th from 4-9 at 84 Conc. 8 Freelton. Over 30 makers and 3 charity booths make this night unforgettable for the whole family

  • Duckfest 2026

    Duckfest 2026
    Downtown Brantford 89 Dalhousie St, Brantford, ON, Canada

    DuckFest is a two-day, family-friendly festival in Downtown Brantford supporting Woodview Mental Health + Autism Services. Join us July 11 at Harmony Square for third annual Catch-A-Ducky fun, then July 12 at Brants Crossing Park for our first rubber duck race on the Grand River (in a long time!). Enjoy games, live music, prizes, and plenty of duck-filled fun […]

  • Creative STEM Workshops, Hands-On Sunday Activities

    Featured Creative STEM Workshops, Hands-On Sunday Activities
    Steamulation Lab 2861 Sherwood Heights Drive, Oakville, ON, Canada

    Looking for fun and educational weekend activities for kids in Oakville? Join our Hands-On Creative STEM Workshops every Sunday at STEAMULATION Lab, where children explore a new creative STEM activity each week through art, science, engineering, and hands-on learning. Kids will enjoy exciting projects such as slime making, homemade playdough, origami, collage art, creative building challenges, […]

    $35

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Train Days with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers

    Train Days with the Golden Horseshow Live Steamers
    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 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The Museum of Steam & Technology will also be free offering self guided tours of the Boiler house and Pumphouse. Learn […]

  • Special Sundays at Westfield

    Special Sundays at Westfield
    Westfield Heritage Village 1049 Kirkwall Road, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Each Sunday features a unique theme, family-friendly activities, and hands-on crafts. See below for what is coming up on Sundays in July!  July 5 Trade Secrets: We are highlighting the trades in the village. Kids will get an activity book that will challenge them to visit 6 of the trades and achieve level of apprentice […]

  • Free Family Open Studio at the AGB

    Free Family Open Studio at the AGB
    Art Gallery of Burlington 1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Celebrate heritage, imagination and the power of storytelling through art this spring! This season of free family-friendly programming is inspired by artist Roda Medhat’s immersive sculptural environment. Our knowledgeable artist-instructors will be present to offer guidance and support to develop new ideas, or you are welcome to explore independently and create in your own unique […]

  • Bark for Books at HPL

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. 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. Presented by Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, April 09: 6:30pm […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Bark for Books at HPL

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. 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. Presented by Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, April 09: 6:30pm […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Movies by the Lake – Burlington

    Movies by the Lake – Burlington
    Spencer Smith Park 1400 Lakeshore Road , Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and favourite movie snacks because Movies by the Lake is back for another summer of free outdoor films at Spencer Smith Park. Running Tuesday evenings from July 7 to August 18 at 7PM, this beloved waterfront tradition transforms the park into an open-air theatre where families, friends, and movie lovers can enjoy […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Access Storage Free Swim at Aldershot Pool

    Featured Access Storage Free Swim at Aldershot Pool
    Aldershot Pool 50 Fairwood Place West, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Free Swim sponsored by Access Storage. A recreational swim open to all ages and swimmer abilities. Fun features of the pool are available for everyone to enjoy. Operational features include a rockwall.   Swimmers entering Aldershot Fun swims must adhere to the Admission Policy. Details are listed at Burlington.ca/playstandards.  All swimmers are reminded “If you aren't within […]

  • Mountainside Pool Summer Community Events

    Featured Mountainside Pool Summer Community Events
    Mountainside Recreation Centre 2205 Mount Forest Drive, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Get Ready for a Splash of Fun This Summer!  Join us every Wednesday from 5:00-7:00pm for our weekly Community Event Nights — a summer series packed with creativity, laughter, and poolside fun!  (Regular admission rates apply)  What We’ve Got Lined Up This Summer:  July 1st: Canada Day Craft  Kick off the fun with a night of festive creativity! […]

  • Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash

    Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
    Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, Canada

    July 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa Park, 540 River Glen Boulevard August 5 at Valleybrook Park, 1150 Valleybrook Drive August 12 at Fowley Park, 95 Fowley Drive August 19 at Forster […]

  • Bark for Books at HPL

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. 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. Presented by Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, April 09: 6:30pm […]

  • Pelham Summer Fest

    Pelham Summer Fest
    Pelham Summerfest 1439 Pelham St, Pelham, Ontario, Canada

    What began in 2011 as a single-day event, celebrating the completion of the Downtown Streetscaping in Fonthill and promoting a pedestrian-friendly town centre, has since grown to a four-day festival. The award-winning event includes music and entertainment for all ages, children’s activities, retail and food vendors, arts and crafts and a car show. Celebrating the […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Mini Maker Studio

    Milton Mall 55 Ontario Street South, Milton, Ontario, Canada

    Join us on Thursday, July 16th from 12pm -2pm for the Summer Pot Event hosted by Mini-Maker.  Kids can design and decorate their very own clay pots and then take home seeds to plant and watch grow! Located in the common area near Slime Lab, don't miss this fun FREE event, while supplies last!

  • Summer Ice Cream Night at Halton County Radial Railway

    Summer Ice Cream Night at Halton County Radial Railway
    Halton County Radial Railway 13629 Guelph Line, Milton, Ontario, Canada

    We’re collaborating with partners to offer Summer Ice Cream Nights at a discounted rate. Join us in raising funds for the Milton Transitional Housing, while enjoying an ice cream and a night out at the streetcar museum. Fun for the whole family! Cost is $20/adult and $10/youth or child. Tickets are available online or at the door. Thank […]

    $10 – $20

  • Movies under the Stars Burlington

    Movies under the Stars
    Various Burlington Parks Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Presented by Access Storage Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Things to note and bring: Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blanket and bug spray. Bring your own refreshments. Be sure to come early and reserve a spot. […]

  • Pelham Summer Fest

    Pelham Summer Fest
    Pelham Summerfest 1439 Pelham St, Pelham, Ontario, Canada

    What began in 2011 as a single-day event, celebrating the completion of the Downtown Streetscaping in Fonthill and promoting a pedestrian-friendly town centre, has since grown to a four-day festival. The award-winning event includes music and entertainment for all ages, children’s activities, retail and food vendors, arts and crafts and a car show. Celebrating the […]

  • Healthy Parks Healthy People

    Bronte Creek Provincial Park 1219 Burloak Drive, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

    Free day use at all Ontario Parks. Bronte Creek is opening its doors to everyone in Ontario; there will be no charge for day-use visits during the celebration. Explore a new park, sample our facilities and services or enjoy a fun event in a great natural setting! All visitors to the park will be issued […]

  • Royal Duck Bounce Park – **ON HOLD**

    Royal Duck Bounce Park
    Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    **Unfortunately, Royal Duck Bounce Park has had some delays bringing the experience to Burlington. We will let you know as soon as bookings open up again!**   Burlington parents - […]

  • Access Storage Free Swims at Tansley Woods Pool

    Featured Access Storage Free Swims at Tansley Woods Pool
    Tansley Woods Community Centre 1996 Itabashi Way, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Free Swim sponsored by Access Storage. A recreational swim open to all ages and swimmer abilities, with both lap and leisure pool available for use. Fun features of the pool are available for everyone to enjoy.  Operational features include Warming pool, diving board and water slide.    Swimmers entering Tansley Woods Pool Fun swims must adhere […]

  • Dances at the Bay

    Dances at the Bay
    Bayfront Park 200 Harbour Front Dr, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Dances at the Bay is an outdoor dance festival bringing movement, creativity, and community to Hamilton’s Bayfront Park from July 17-19, 7:00 PM. Dances at the Bay invites audiences of all ages to experience the joy of live performance.

    $10
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