COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
To help slow the spread of COVID-19 and support Public Health officials, the Town of Oakville has joined the Province of Ontario and Halton Region in declaring a State of Emergency. Facilities and parks remain closed. Only essential services are being delivered.
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.
Expiration of Valentine's Day passes extended.
Although our facilities are currently closed, you'll still have a chance to redeem your Valentine's Day drop-in passes for a free public swim, skate or sport. These special valentine cards will now be accepted until December 31, 2020.
Our half-day drop-in summer camp option is back by popular demand!
Love our Summer Sizzlers program, but don't want to attend camp every day? Check out our Summer Sizzler Super Playgrounds drop-in program* (ages 6-12).
- Just $35 for the whole summer.
- Fun games, crafts and activities.
- Half-days at select rotating sites across Oakville. NEW for 2020 – a special evening session will be offered every Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m.
*Registrants will receive a Super Playgrounds membership pass that must be presented to staff on site, and must be signed in and out by a parent or guardian. First-come, first-served for each half-day.
For sites that have a splash pad, remember to bring a swimsuit and towel!
Learn more about Super Playgrounds
Learn the FUNdamentals of Volleyball!
In Volleyball Level 1, ages 10 to 12 will learn the basic skills and rules while playing on a smaller court at Glen Abbey Community Centre Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:20 p.m.
Our emphasis is on the FUNdamentals of volleyball through learning court movement, and the basics of passing and serving.
A fun and safe environment with age-appropriate equipment will be available for all to participate.
Registration and program information
Active Oakville
Drop-in program finder
Birthday parties
Packages and build your own
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.