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 …
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 …
Burlington has 10 skateboard and scooter parks spread out across the city. Each one has different benefits, and we’ve laid it all out here to help you choose your next …
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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Oakville is home to five outdoor scooter and skate parks, spread throughout the town. They vary in size and style, but all pack a punch of fun and exercise for …
Add a day at Milton Community Sports Park to your summer calendar if you’re looking for a park that has a playground, zipline, basketball courts, beach volleyball courts, skate park …
Milton Community Sports Park Has The Biggest Climber We’ve Ever Seen Read More »
Take a look at what Hamilton’s Confederation Beach Park has for your kids – you’re going to want to visit today! Find more things to do… Are you looking for …
Hamilton’s Confederation Beach Park is a Pirate Lovers Paradise Read More »
If you’re looking for a park that has it all, Nelson Park in Burlington is where you want to be! Read on to find out why this park sees us …
Nelson Park is Home to a Pool, Splash Pad, Dirt Jumps, Skate Park and More! Read More »
I love a good day trip, and this summer we’ve been doing many! A few weekends ago we grabbed the kids and hopped in the car to visit Guelph – …
Exhibition Park is a Huge Natural Playground in Guelph Read More »
A visit to The Hamilton Aviary is a great way to feel tropical while supporting this wonderful, volunteer-run bird sanctuary in Dundas, Ontario.
Whether it’s extreme weather or a mountain of laundry keeping you indoors, these 3 printable indoor scavenger hunts will help keep boredom at bay. Have More Fun At Home Indoor …
Sending snail mail is the absolute best, isn’t it? If you said yes, you’re going to love Postcrossing! Postcrossing has made it so easy to send and receive postcards from …
Postcrossing: Receive and Send Postcards From All Over The World Read More »
Have you been to Hidden Valley Park in Burlington? Many parents agree it’s one of Burlington’s best free things to do. And get this, Hidden Valley is home to 2 playgrounds, each completely different and so worth talking about.
“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 …
Where Do Kids Eat Free in Burlington, Oakville and Milton? Read More »
Easily find the best-decorated homes with our map and photo gallery!
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.
Step up your Christmas lights drive (or walk) with our printable Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt! Kids will love walking or driving by Christmas Houses in Burlington and Hamilton (and beyond) …
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On the border of Burlington and Oakville is Burloak Waterfront Park and it’s going to be your new favourite park. Its Lake Ontario views and rubberized playground base are a …
Burloak Waterfront Park is Accessible and So Much Fun For Families Read More »
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 …
Halloween houses decked out in their creepy decorations are my favourite part of the season and we have a list of local must-see homes that went all out this year! …
2022 Best Decorated Halloween Houses with Maps and Photos Read More »
Creep the streets with your little ghouls and goblins and check off the items as you see them!
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 …
A great friend recommended we visit Heritage Green sports complex in Stoney Creek and boy are we glad they did! Here’s why we think you should plan a visit right …
Heritage Green Sports Park: 2 Zip Lines + Tall Climbers Read More »
Welcome to Burlington’s Sherwood Forest Park. You’re in for a treat when you choose to visit this park because you get two playgrounds for the price of one! Plus Burlington’s …
Sherwood Forest Park – 2 Playgrounds and A Huge Bike Path Read More »
Asking kids out-of-the-box questions is a great way to get them thinking on their toes and really using their imaginations. These questions will help you spark dozens and dozens of …