Closures due to high lake levels
Conservation Halton has issued a Flood Watch for the Lake Ontario shoreline.
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 P.A. Day Skates
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 Monday, September 16 at:
- Trafalgar Park Community Centre, 9 to 11 a.m.
- Sixteen Mile Sports Complex 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
Enjoy THREE days of FREE activities at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre!
Culture Days gives us the opportunity to offer more than just one "Play Night" this time around. Try some of the great programs and services offered at Queen Elizabeth Park Community Centre (QEPCCC) September 27, 28 and 29 for FREE!
Enjoy family-friendly entertainment, all-ages clay drop-ins, art workshops, dance, live music and more. Some activities will be held at other locations and capacity restrictions apply.
Register now to save your spot in some of our popular Culture Days workshops, including the all ages Moccasin Trail Walk at Lions Valley Park.
Participants will be accepted off of waitlists when possible. Check out the Fall/Winter program guide or online registration system for more information.
Culture Days details
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.