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.
2020's first Community Play Night is coming to Glen Abbey on January 24!
Free activities for all ages and abilities!
Every month you'll have a chance to try some of our great programs and services FREE at one of our community centres.
Join us from 6 to 9 p.m. at Glen Abbey Community Centre's Community Play Night on Friday, January 24 for:
- All Ages Basketball, 6 to 7 p.m.
- All Ages Badminton, 7 to 8 p.m.
- Recreational Swim, 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Capacity restrictions and admission standards apply.
Free P.A. Day Skates on January 31
Here's something fun to do while the kids are off school!
Enjoy FREE public skating during Halton District School Board elementary P.A. Days courtesy of the Town of Oakville and FirstOntario Credit Union!
Join us on Friday, January 31 at:
- Trafalgar Park Community Centre from 9 to 11 a.m.
- Sixteen Mile Sports Complex from 2 to 4 p.m.
Schedule is subject to change. Please contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information.
Capacity restrictions and admission requirements apply. Skate and helmet rentals are available during P.A. Day skates (regular fees apply).
Skate schedules and rental information
Family Day activities for all ages and abilities!
Presented by Genworth Canada, we invite you to join the Town of Oakville, Oakville Public Library, the Peter Gilgan Family YMCA and community partners as we celebrate Family Day on Monday, February 17! Activities include:
- Free swims, skates, sports, arts and crafts
- Interactive activities with community groups
- $5 tickets (bought in advance) for 'Beauty and the Beast' Presented by the DuffleBag Theatre Company
- The Oakville Blades vs. Burlington Cougars game (wristbands required) at Sixteen Mile Sports Complex, and more!
Check out the Family Day schedule for details.
Family Day page
Give a Valentine's Day card the kids will love!
Take advantage of our Valentine’s Day swim/skate passes for the reduced price of $5 for 10 cards — that’s only 50 cents per swim or skate!
These very special valentines cards are available for purchase at:
- Centennial Pool
- White Oaks Pool
- Sixteen Mile Sports Complex
- Joshua's Creek Arenas
- Community centres, and
- Town Hall
For ages 2-14 only. Tickets can be redeemed from February 14 to April 30, 2020.
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. Register now for our session 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.
Program next starts January 8, 2020.
Register now
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.