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Events You Can Bring Your Kids To In Durham Region

Upcoming family events across Durham Region. Filter by town, age, and price, then open a day for the full list.

June 14-20, 2026

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Paid11:00 AM - 10:00 PM · Pickering Rotary Ribfest (Saturday) · Esplanade Park NorthFree9:00 AM-3:00 PM · Bay Ridges Community Sale Day · Bay Ridges neighborhood (Ajax)Free9:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Brooklin Farmers' Market · Municipal Parking Lot 9Free9:00 AM - 2:00 PM · North Oshawa Farmers' Market · Delpark Homes Centre📋10:00am-2:00pm · Blacksmith Workshop: BBQ Skewers and Steak Flipper · Pickering Museum Village10:15 a.m. · Family Story Time · Oshawa Public Libraries - McLaughlin BranchFree10:30 AM · Multilingual Storytime: Portuguese · CLMA, Bowmanville Library (163 Church St., Bowmanville)📋Paid11:00 AM-12:00 PM · Rainbow Fizz Workshop · A Simple Twist Yoga📋Paid1:00 PM-4:00 PM · Lee Valley Tools Pickering Store - Wooden Picture Frame - Kids’ Workshop · 1755 Pickering PkwyPaid1:00 p.m. · SheRise First Daughters Hangout: An Afternoon of Sisterhood & Growth · Mr Delicious by the Beach📋5:30pm · Father's Day Dinner & Show · Oshawa Portuguese ClubPaid7:00 p.m. · Family Paint Party · Gomoku RestaurantFreeA Midsummer Night's Dream Market · Celebration SquareFreeCome Try Ringette · Iroquois Park Sports CenterPaid2:00 PM · Public skate · Iroquois Park Sports Centre (500 Victoria St W) · Jun 20, 2026 · 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM · Iroquois Park Sports Centre (500 Victoria St W)Paid2:30-4:30pm · Recreational Swim · Whitby Civic Recreation Complex · Jun 20, 2026 · 2:30-4:30pm · Whitby Civic Recreation Complex📋PaidEnergy Healing Circles (June 20, 2026) · Tranquility Trails Farm, 5240 Lakeridge Rd, Ashburn, Whitby, ON
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IN8 Parkour

IN8 Parkour

5.0 (15)See website
Stroller-FriendlySports
indoor playparkouropen gymgroup classesprivate lessonsbirthday partiesobstacle training

Durham Region's first dedicated parkour gym at Unit 5, 539 Westney Rd S in Ajax. Indoor facility for all ages and skill levels: open gym drop-ins, coached group classes, private lessons, and birthday parties. Beginners start with basics before progressing to harder moves. Check in8parkour.com for schedules and intro offers.

🏠 Indoor · Year-roundUnit 5, 539 Westney Rd S, Ajax, ON L1S 4N7
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Playtoria

Playtoria

5.0 (6)$20+
Playground
indoor playsensory roomsensory swinginclusive playrespite drop-offsummer campsneurodiversity-focused

Inclusive indoor play centre at 1656 Nash Rd Unit 11 in Courtice, a short drive east of Oshawa. Built for neurodivergent families and anyone who wants a calmer play space: sensory room, sensory swing, open play, private play sessions, respite drop-off, sibling care, and ECE-led summer camps. Grand opening June 28, 2026. Startup pricing may change; open play from $20/hr and private play from $27/hr on playtoriacentre.com. (365) 403-2189.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round1656 Nash Rd Unit 11, Courtice, ON L1E 1S8
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Sports
pooltwin arenagymnasiumpickleballtennisbasketball courtsartificial turf fieldskateparkpump trackRoybrook Park outdoor amenities

Whitby's new recreation hub in north Brooklin at 2 Gathering Pl, west side of Baldwin St S south of Highway 407. Expected to open in summer 2026 with Durham Region's largest municipal pool, a twin-pad arena, gymnasium, and Roybrook Park outdoors (lit pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, artificial turf field, skatepark, and pump track). Check whitby.ca or connectwhitby.ca for the opening date and swim/skate schedules once the complex is live.

🏠🌿 Both · Year-round2 Gathering Pl, Whitby, ON L1M 0M6
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Funvilla Oshawa

Funvilla Oshawa

4.9 (64)~$11.99+
Playground
indoor playtrampolinesmulti-level playgroundninja coursewall climbingarcade gamestoddler zonebirthday partiesparty roomscaféfree parking

Large indoor play centre at 680 Laval Dr in the Prime SmartCentres plaza (Oshawa South), a short drive from Playloola on the same stretch of Laval. Trampolines, multi-level soft play, ninja-style obstacles, wall climbing, a toddler zone, arcade games (separate purchase), party rooms, and an on-site café. Admission listed from $11.99 for toddlers and $23.99 for ages 4 and up, with an extra fee for additional adults; weekends, P.A. days, and school holidays may use timed sessions. Parents supervise children in this unsupervised play area. Entry is first come, first served when capacity allows. Check funvilla.ca/oshawa for hours before you go. (905) 720-1409, Oshawa@funvilla.ca.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round680 Laval Dr, Oshawa, ON L1J 6X2
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Rotary Park Pool

Rotary Park Pool

4.4 (78)Free
Outdoor
outdoor poolzero-entry pooltoddler poollane swimsplash padplaygroundfree swimming for Oshawa residents (year one)

New outdoor pool at Rotary Park (254 Centre St S) reopening summer 2026 after the park revitalization. Four-lane pool, zero-entry area, toddler pool, splash pad, and a destination playground on the same site. Oshawa residents can get a free Rotary Pool Season Pass for drop-in leisure swims and swimming lessons during the first year of operation (proof of residency required; register online or at Civic, Delpark, Donevan, or South Oshawa community centres). Check oshawa.ca for opening day and hours. (905) 723-1214.

🌿 Outdoor · Summer254 Centre St S, Oshawa, ON L1H 4A9
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Cedar Park Resort
Stroller-FriendlyOutdoor
water parkswimming poolsplash padsaqua play structureswaterslidesmini-golfplaygroundpicnic grounds

Seasonal day-use water park in Bowmanville with pool, splash pads, aqua play for little kids, large waterslides (48" minimum, extra fee), mini-golf, playground, and picnic areas. General admission must be bought online in advance. About one hour from Toronto.

🌿 Outdoor · Summer (Jun 13–Sep 7, 2026)6296 Cedar Park Rd, Bowmanville, ON L1C 0W6
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Jolly Bubble
Stroller-FriendlyPlayground
indoor play

Opening in June 2026 at 1624 Dundas St E. Indoor play for ages 0 to 12. See thejollybubble.com for updates before you visit.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round1624 Dundas St E, Whitby, ON L1N 8Y8, Canada
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Watson Farms

Watson Farms

4.3 (933)Free
OutdoorPlaygroundKids & Family
free playgroundpetting zoofarm market

Watsonland playground is free with no admission to the farm. Includes a turbo slide, smaller slides, climbing area, swing sets, chicken-shaped climbers, a straw jump, and tractor photo ops, plus a petting zoo and farm market with fresh produce, baked goods, and local dairy. Seasonal: open spring through fall.

🌿 Outdoor · SeasonalSurface: Surface Unknown2287 Durham Regional Hwy 2, Bowmanville, ON L1C 4V4, Canada
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Kidz Fun Centre

Kidz Fun Centre

4.7 (37)~$14.50+
Stroller-FriendlyPlayground
indoor playgroundmulti-level play structureslidestunnelsclimbing structurestoddler zonearcade gamesbirthday partiesparty roomsschool outingsgroup visits

Large multi-level indoor playground on MacKenzie Avenue in Ajax: slides, tunnels, climbing structures, bridges, and obstacle-style play. Dedicated toddler zone for younger kids, plus arcade games and extra activity zones. Parents can relax while kids stay active for hours. Birthday parties, school outings, and group celebrations with party room setups. Walk-ins welcome; online booking available Mon-Thu to manage capacity. One free adult admission per paying child. Strong pick for weekends, rainy days, and mixed-age families. See kidzfuncentre.com for hours and pricing.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round274 MacKenzie Ave, Suite 110, Ajax, ON L1S 2E9
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Playloola

Playloola

4.6 (18)~$16.99/person
Stroller-FriendlyPlaygroundSports
indoor playsoft playslidesclimbing zonesinteractive playbirthday partiesparty roomcaféparent seatingfree parking

Brand-new indoor playground at Prime SmartCentres Plaza (Oshawa South), 560 Laval Dr. Admission is $16.99 per child; no cost for parents. Colourful soft play, slides, climbing zones, and interactive areas for toddlers and young kids, plus a dedicated party space for birthdays. Parents can relax in comfortable seating; café on site. Open daily 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free on-site parking. Reservations required (walk-ins only if capacity allows). Good for rainy days, toddler playdates, and weekend family outings. See playloola.com to book.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round560 Laval Dr, Unit C500, Oshawa, ON L1J 0B5
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Iroquois Park Playground

Iroquois Park Playground

4.2 (128)Free
Stroller-FriendlyOutdoorParksPlayground
playgroundwood chipswashroom

Outdoor playground at Iroquois Park Sports Centre (500 Victoria St W). Wood chip surfacing. Washrooms may be available in the sports centre during building hours.

🌿 Outdoor · Year-roundSurface: 🪵 Wood Chip500 Victoria St W, Whitby, ON L1N 9G4, Canada
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Abilities Centre (Sensory Room)
Stroller-Friendly
sensory roomorientation requiredmembers or day pass

Sensory equipment includes fibre optic tails, mood lights, bubble wall, swing chair, tactile wall, and sound machine. First visit requires an orientation. Members can use the room during centre hours; day passes are available for non-members. Contact services@abilitiescentre.org to book orientation or for details.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round1 Jim Flaherty St, Whitby, ON L1N 0J2
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Ajax Public Library - Audley Branch
Stroller-FriendlyLibrary
books for babiesfamily music and movementstorytime
🏠 Indoor · Year-round1955 Audley Rd, Ajax, ON L1Z 1V6
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Ajax Public Library - Main Branch
Stroller-FriendlyLibrary
storytimebaby programsfamily programs
🏠 Indoor · Year-round55 Harwood Ave S, Ajax, ON L1S 2H9
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Ajax Public Library - McLean Branch
Stroller-FriendlyLibrary
family programskids programslibrary programs
🏠 Indoor · Year-round95 Magill Dr, Ajax, ON L1T 3K7
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Stroller-Friendly
free playparentingearly learning0-6

Free EarlyON programs for families with children from birth to age 6. Check KEyON or YMCA GTA for the current calendar.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round75 Centennial Rd, Ajax, ON L1S 4S4
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Making Music Together - Ajax

Making Music Together - Ajax

5.0 (5)See website
Stroller-Friendly
baby musictoddler musicparent and child classes

Music Together location at Pickering Village United Church with baby and mixed-age music classes.

🏠 Indoor · Year-round300 Church St N, Ajax, ON L1T 2W7
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Chuck E. Cheese

Chuck E. Cheese

4.0 (1,847)
Stroller-FriendlyPlayground
indoor playarcadepizzabirthday partiestoddler-friendly
🏠 Indoor · Year-round75 Consumers Dr, Whitby, ON L1N 9S2
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4Cats Arts Studio (Whitby)
Stroller-FriendlyArts & CultureKids & Family
family programs
🏠 Indoor · Year-round308 Taunton Rd E J04, Whitby, ON L1R 0H4, Canada
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8-Bit Beans

8-Bit Beans

4.7 (563)
Stroller-FriendlyKids & Family
family programs
🏠 Indoor · Year-round100 Brock St S, Whitby, ON L1N 4J8, Canada
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