20 Things To Do With Toddlers At Home
We asked our toddler experts – parents! – how to keep a toddler entertained at home during the inclement weather. Here’s what they said. Toddlers are funny little humans who …
We asked our toddler experts – parents! – how to keep a toddler entertained at home during the inclement weather. Here’s what they said. Toddlers are funny little humans who …
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.
2023 marks the 6th year that our Map to the Best Decorated Christmas Houses has been wowing families all over the region. Easily find the best-decorated homes with our map and photo gallery!
It’s that time of year again! Gather round for holiday cheer, kisses under mistletoe, and dashing through the snow to enjoy Christmas activities in Burlington, Hamilton, Oakville and beyond.
Canada is one of the few places where when you mail your letters to Santa, he writes back! It must be because we’re so nice! It’s time to make your list, check it twice, and hope that Santa sees you when you’re being nice!
If you have the kids indoor today, don’t stress! We can help you keep them busy and engaged with these 3 printable indoor scavenger hunts. Recruit a big sibling to …
This colourful Bingo card is a great way to keep kids moving forward on their walks through the community. This one is perfect for a neighbourhood walk or for Halloween night when the witches and wizards will be out roaming the streets!
Drive or walk around your area to see the scariest, spookiest and downright fangtasic Halloween displays in Burlington, Oakville and Hamilton. The whole family will love it, and it costs next to nothing.
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 scavenger hunt! …
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A visit to The Hamilton Aviary is a great way to feel tropical while supporting this wonderful, volunteer-run bird sanctuary in Dundas, Ontario.
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.
3…2…1… Blast off! Churchill Park in Cambridge is out of the world and definitely worth the car ride to check it out! Churchill Park’s Rocket Ship Playground is a hit! …
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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 …
A natural playground nestled under the watchful eye of a massive owl.
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 …
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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 »
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 …
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“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 »
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) …
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 …
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 »