Children's Programs
Town programs for children and youth focus on healthy child development. As a HIGH FIVE® Accredited Organization, our programs for children 6 to 12 years of age are recognized as having the highest levels of quality and safety.
Free creative activities for all ages!
The Hive is a free weekly drop-in activity for crafty bees to connect, create, share, teach, laugh or simply relax by indulging in a creative activity!
Join the Hive:
Fridays (September 21-December 21)
10 a.m. to noon
at Iroquois Ridge Community Centre
Tools and materials will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own knitting needles, crochet hooks, etc. if you have them.
Free guided trail walks!
Join us for some FREE all ages fun and exercise on Oakville’s beautiful trails at 10 a.m. on the following Sundays:
- September 9 at Bayshire Woods and Bayshire Pond (meet at The Parkway)
- September 16 at Glen Oak Creek Trail South (meet in parking lot at Aldercrest Park)
- September 23 at Morrison Valley South (meet in upper parking lot, north, Town Hall)
- September 30 at Shannon Creek Trail South (meet in the parking lot at River Glen Park)
Led by a certified fitness instructor, the trail walks are about 1.5 km long.
Strollers and baby carriers for young children; comfortable and sturdy shoes; and water are strongly recommended. Pets and bikes not permitted.
Visit the Recreational Trails page for more information.
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NEW! Try a sport on us!
Choose from Tennis, Cricket or Multi-Sports
Borrow sports equipment* just like you would a book this summer. In partnership with the Oakville Public Library and Government of Ontario, we’re excited to launch the Sports Equipment Lending Program.
Fun, active and FREE! This service is offered at Clearview, Woodside and Iroquois Ridge library branches.
*Must have a valid Oakville Public Library card.
Subsidy options
Visit the subsidy programs page for information about financial assistance for Town of Oakville recreation and leisure services available to individuals who qualify.
Education and learning
Oakville is rich in learning opportunities. School Curriculum Teacher Resources, information about Fire Education, Bicycle education and safety, and more can be found on the Education and Learning page.
All Ages Family Drop-in Studio Times at QEPCCC
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC), is a unique and dynamic public space designed to meet all of your recreation, arts and cultural needs. With 144,000 square feet of activity space, there's plenty of room to be creative! All Ages Family Drop-in sessions are offered in the Ceramic Studio at select times, including P.A. Days. Visit the QEPCCC Studio Programs page for more information.
Oakville Museum
Oakville Museum offers both on-site and in-class programs with specific curriculum links to a wide variety of subjects and grade levels. Our programs are fun and interactive and include resources for classroom use. Visit the Oakville Museum School & Community Programs page for themes and details.
CORE community group affiliation program
CORE is a membership-based program that offers non-profit, volunteer-based organizations support in delivering their services to the community. CORE members provide various opportunities for residents to engage in their community, access support services, participate in recreation activities, and pursue life-long learning.
Members fall into one of the following categories: Arts and Culture; Community Agencies (including education and support services); Multicultural Agencies/Spiritual Groups; Recreation/Leisure; and Sports (including casual sports groups).
For more information about CORE and a list of current members, please visit the CORE page.