Looking for exciting things to do this weekend that will bring smiles to your kids’ faces? You’ve come to the right place! Discover a handpicked selection of local events and activities designed to brighten their day. From thrilling outdoor adventures to creative arts workshops and engaging sports, there’s something magical for every child. Our curated list spans across Hamilton, Halton, and Niagara regions, ensuring fun is just a short drive away!
Explore our jam-packed community events calendar showcasing family-friendly activities tailored for toddlers, school-aged kids, and even teenagers. Whether your family enjoys nature hikes, artistic crafts, or lively community festivals, there’s an abundance to explore together. Dive into our guide for the best things to do with kids this weekend – your next family adventure awaits!
Our comprehensive events calendar features a variety of family-friendly options suitable for all ages and interests. Whether you’re in search of things to do in Hamilton, activities in Halton, or events near you, our calendar is your go-to resource. Join countless Active Parents enthusiasts who don’t mind a short drive for the best local experiences!
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Featured Events You Will Love
City of Burlington Touch-A-Truck Event
The event gives residents and their families an opportunity to get an up-close look at City vehicles, including a Burlington Transit bus, street sweeper, snowplow, fire truck, zamboni, and more. Want the scoop? Click the title for the day’s full line up of family fun.
Paddington in Peru at The Westdale
When Paddington discovers his beloved aunt has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the jungles of Peru to find her. Determined to solve the mystery, they soon stumble across a legendary treasure as they make their way through the rainforests of the Amazon. Catch a general screening on Saturday and Sunday.
Things To Do This Weekend With Your Kids
Friday Fun
Discovery at the Fishway – Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The operation lasts around 30 minutes.
Tots and Pots is a special gardening program at the Oakville Museum. Children will have lots of fun planting seeds, decorating containers, and making flowering crafts.
The Oakville Public Library Book Sale is this weekend and each day is a new batch of books to choose from, so visit more than once for the best selection.
Super Saturday
The City of Burlington’s Touch-A-Truck event gives residents and their families an opportunity to get an up-close look at City vehicles, including a Burlington Transit bus, street sweeper, snowplow, fire truck, zamboni, and more.
Join Mountsberg staff for a visit to the Animal Barn where you’ll interact with some of our barn residents and learn more about their care.
Shop for deals at the Aldershot Community Garage Sale with over 35 homes taking part! There is still time to add your location and start clearing out items you don’t need anymore.
Sensory Friendly Swimming at Tansley Woods offers an adapted swimming environment with no music, a smaller group, no whistles (unless necessary) and quiet changing rooms.
Join Raptor Centre staff to meet some of our resident raptors, and learn more about their incredible features plus how we care for them.
The Smilezone Foundation is hosting its annual 10th Hockey Helping Kids Tournament in Oakville. This full-day, event features hockey legends, exciting shootout competitions, a fan festival with food trucks, face painting, balloon artists, live music, and more.
Celebrate Scavenger Hunt Day with Mastermind Toys all weekend!
Celebrate South Asian Heritage Day at St. Volodymyr Cultural Centre with a Talent showcase and vendor market.
13th Burlington Scouts are looking for your empties for their bottle drive. Cans, bottles, tetra packs, bladders … any shape or size.
The Waterdown Community Garage Sale is today from 8-1.
Suit up and join one of the Mountsberg beekeepers for a look at the inner workings of a beehive. After your visit, you’ll get to take home a jar of Mountsberg’s honey as a tasty souvenir.
Celebrate Canada Netherlands Friendship Day and the 20th anniversary of the twinning agreement between Burlington and its twin city, Apeldoorn, The Netherlands.
More Saturday Fun
The Town of Lincoln’s Public Works department is hosting a “Meet the Fleet” event from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Fleming Centre.
We are super excited to be hosting our inaugural Festival of Authors at Appleby College! Please join us as we celebrate the incredible work of Canadian writers.
The Oakville Public Library Book Sale is this weekend and each day is a new batch of books to choose from, so visit more than once for the best selection.
Join in for a day of food, culture, and performances at the Asian Heritage Festival! Bring your family, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate Oakville’s vibrant diversity.
Suit up and join one of the beekeepers for a look at the inner workings of a beehive. After your visit, you’ll get to take home a jar of Mountsberg’s honey as a tasty souvenir.
Get ready for an epic day of skateboarding, scootering, and good vibes! Join our community for a fun-filled meetup where you’ll roll with fellow campers, hang with our awesome summer staff, and enjoy FREE pizza courtesy of Evolve Skate Camps.
Hamilton Children’s Museum will be popping up at Dundurn National Historic Site in the Historic Kitchen Garden. Bring your young family and friends for free nature-based activities in “Sophia’s Garden”, a child-focused interactive space.
Sunday Funday
Join Raptor Centre staff to meet some of our resident raptors, and learn more about their incredible features plus how we care for them.
Join Mountsberg staff for a visit to the Animal Barn where you’ll interact with some of our barn residents and learn more about their care.
Want to learn more about bees? These insects are fascinating and hard-working! Join Mountsberg staff and taste some Mountsberg honey.
Join us to celebrate the 309th birthday of the Royal Artillery. Fort George will be celebrating with a BANG!
The Northeast Oakville Fair is a vibrant spring event packed with fun! Enjoy free entry, exciting inflatables, delicious food trucks, live music, sponsored activities, and awesome giveaways.
Hamilton Children’s Museum will be popping up at Dundurn National Historic Site in the Historic Kitchen Garden. Bring your young family and friends for free nature-based activities in “Sophia’s Garden”, a child-focused interactive space.
Celebrate Scavenger Hunt Day with Mastermind Toys all weekend!
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