A nation-wide celebration of young adults from May 1 to 7.
Celebrate National Youth Week in Oakville from May 1 to 7
The Town of Oakville, in partnership with the Oakville Youth Action Committee (OYAC), and presenting sponsor Starlane Homes, is proud to celebrate National Youth Week from May 1 to 7, 2026.
Oakville teens will take centre stage for this week long celebration featuring seven days of free, fun and interactive opportunities for youth ages 13 to 17.
Fun events, youth takeovers, try-it sessions, mural unveiling and more!
Friday, May 1
The Drop – Glow in the Dark Lazer Tag, 5-8:30 p.m., Glen Abbey Community Centre, Blue Rink
Saturday, May 2
Youth Takeover, noon to 4 p.m. at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
Cheer on the 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, noon-4 p.m., double gymnasium
Shop the Youth Vendor Market, noon-4 p.m., front entrance
Oakville Fire Department obstacle course, noon-4 p.m., Bridge Road parking lot
Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton Steelpan Workshop, noon to 1 p.m. in Music Room 1
Scavenger Hunt, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Youth Centre starting point
Clay Sculpting Vases and Vessels Activity, 2:30-4 p.m., Studio 1
• Teen Blast Off, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Oakville Public Library, Glen Abbey Branch
Sunday, May 3
Youth Takeover, 2-6:30 p.m. at Sixteen Mile Sports Complex
OYAC Public Speaking Workshop, 1-2:30 p.m., Community Room 1
Pickleball Round Robin Tournament, 2-4 p.m., gymnasium
Youth Lounge, The Drop Try-it, 3-5 p.m., Community Room 1
Youth Skate, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Rink 3
Skateboard and Scooter Demonstration and Lessons, 4:30-6:30 p.m., skateboard park
Monday, May 4
Halton Regional Police Service Obstacle Course, 9 a.m to 2 p.m. at River Oaks Community Centre, soccer field
Tuesday, May 5
Volleyball Round Robin Tournament, 6-8:30 p.m. at Oakville Trafalgar Community Centre, gymnasium
Wednesday, May 6
2026 Youth Mural Unveiling, 6-7 p.m. at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre Older Adults Centre
Thursday, May 7
Oakville Youth Awards Ceremony at Oakville Centre for Performing Arts, 6-8:30 p.m., invitation-only event.
May 1 to 9 at the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate
The Historytellers Project, presented by teacher Ian Duncan and his Grade 10 students, is on view at Oakville Museum during regular museum hours.
The exhibit draws on materials from Canada’s LGBTQ2+ Archive, exploring overlooked histories of struggle and resilience within Canada’s diverse queer and trans communities.
Free drop-in programs May 1 to 7
In addition to these special events, all drop-in programs from May 1 to 7 are free for youth ages 13 to 17.
Youth ages 14 to 17 can also access fitness centre drop-ins at no cost.
As space is limited for some activities, participants are encouraged to reserve their spot in advance through their Recreation and Culture account.
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