Free🎨 Arts & Culture🦆 Nature⚽ Sports👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: Celebration Square (Whitby Public Library)Price: Free admission
Whitby Farmers' Market at Celebration Square, 405 Dundas St W, in front of the Whitby Public Library. Every Wednesday, 9 AM to 3 PM. 2026 season runs May 13 through October 14. Opening day is Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Locally grown produce, baked goods, artisanal creations, and more from your community.
🏃 Recreation📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)
10:00 a.m.
Where: Main BranchPrice: See link for details
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👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
10:00 a.m.
Where: Central LibraryPrice: See link for details
The event is held on August 12, 2026 at Central Library in Pickering, ON.
Free👨👩👧 Kids & Family🏃 Recreation📅 Event📅 Event
Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Kids Safety Village of Durham RegionPrice: Free
Free drop-in summer program at the Kids Safety Village of Durham Region. Bikes, scooters, and ride-ons, scavenger hunts, games, and exploring the miniature village. Bring your own bikes and scooters or use the ones on site. Helmets are required to ride; loaner helmets available. Parents must stay with children; this is not a drop-off program.
📅 Event🌿 Parks📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)
10:15 a.m.
Where: Oshawa Public Libraries - Delpark Homes Centre BranchPrice: See link for details
The event is held on August 12, 2026 at Oshawa Public Libraries - Delpark Homes Centre Branch in Oshawa, ON.
👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
10:15 a.m.
Where: Oshawa Public Libraries - Jess Hann BranchPrice: See link for details
The event is held on August 12, 2026 at Oshawa Public Libraries - Jess Hann Branch in Oshawa, ON.
Free🏃 Recreation📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
10:30 a.m.
Where: The Robert McLaughlin GalleryPrice: Free
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👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
1:00 p.m.
Where: Grandview Kids Express BranchPrice: See link for details
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🎨 Arts & Culture📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)
1:30 p.m.
Where: Central LibraryPrice: See link for details
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🎨 Arts & Culture📅 Event📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: 269 Water StreetPrice: See link for details
Get ready to "dance the tide away" at the Boots and Beats Culture Pop-Up! Join the talented instructors from Cheatin' Hearts for a lively line dance session with stunning views of Whitby’s waterfront. Bring your cowboy boots and get ready to groove — it’s all about the fun and the beats!Wednesday, August 12, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Paid👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
📋Registration Required
7:00 PM-9:00 PM
Where: Mad Dawgs Public HousePrice: See link for tickets
Teens-and-up paint & sip in PICKERING: paint Sailboat Lookout at Mad Dawgs Public House. Ages 13+, all supplies included, no experience
👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)
7:00 p.m.
Where: McLean Branch & MakerspacePrice: See link for details
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Free👨👩👧 Kids & Family🎨 Arts & Culture📅 Event📅 Event
Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
8:15 PM
Where: 2 Princess St, Clarington, ON L0B 1M0, CanadaPrice: See listing
8:15 pm On Wednesday, August 12, join us at Orono Fairgrounds to watch Zootopia 2 under the stars starting at dusk. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, pack the good snacks, and settle in for a relaxed night out with family and friends. It’s a summer tradition you won’t forget! In the case of inclement weather, movie nights will be rescheduled. Check back here for the latest. Visit www.clarington.net/Movies for more information and to check out other Movies Under the Stars events scheduled in…
Free🎨 Arts & Culture🏃 Recreation📅 Event📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
When: Wed, Aug 12, 2026Where: WhitbyPrice: Free (unless noted)
Culture Pop-Ups Celebrate Culture in Whitby. Join us as we dive into the vibrant heartbeat of Whitby this summer! Culture Pop-Ups will be taking place at Rotary Sunrise Lake Park (North of the Whitby Harbour Lighthouse Pier) at 269 Water Street. Rhythms of Africa - June 24, 2026 Join Fit and Dance Dimensions for a vibrant journey through Africa! Experience captivating performances, interactive dance sessions, and freeform dance jams that will let you express yourself through rhythm and…
Free👨👩👧 Kids & Family📅 Event
Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Adults (25-64)
When: Tue, Jul 14, 2026 - Aug 25, 2026Where: AjaxPrice: Free (unless noted)
Kicking off on July 14 and running every other Tuesday evening from 7 to 8 p.m. until August 25, Pat Bayly Square is your kid-friendly Tuesday night free entertainment destination.
Free👨👩👧 Kids & Family🎨 Arts & Culture📅 Event
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
When: Tue, Jul 7, 2026 - Sep 1, 2026Where: AjaxPrice: Free (unless noted)
Pat Bayly Square (75 Bayly Street W.), Ajax’s downtown urban hub, will bring a vibrant energy to the community this summer with free family-friendly concerts, children’s performances and Zumba®. Kicking off on July 7 and running every Tuesday evening until September 1, join us for your Tuesday night entertainment. Check out the accordions below for more details! All performances take place rain or shine. Performances will move indoors (Ajax Community Centre - HMS Room or Ajax Community Centre…
Free🎨 Arts & Culture🏃 Recreation📅 Event📅 Event
Kids (5-12)
When: Wed, Aug 12, 2026Where: Oshawa Public Libraries, Delpark BranchPrice: Free
Join fellow underwater explorers for exciting activities featuring your favourite book characters, hands-on STEAM challenges, games, and more! Collect points and chart your progress by participating in fun summer reading activities! Drop-in, ages 5-9.
Free📌 Regular schedule
Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Where: McLean Branch and MakerspacePrice: Free / Drop-in
Intended for ages 4–7 (accompanied by parents/caregivers). Hosted at the Makerspace at Mc Lean Branch. Advanced registration required. Hey kids, got a lot to say? Drop a beat in the Makerspace, or come record your own podcast. Learn the steps involved and how to become the next internet sensation. Event type: TD Summer Reading Club.
Free📌 Regular schedule
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Where: Audley BranchPrice: Free / Drop-in
Great for children and families. Hosted at Audley Branch. Drop-in. Explore, experiment, play, and read at our summer reading club with crafts, activities, and stories for kids of all ages! Themes: July 8: Underwater Animals; July 15: Splashy Science; July 22: Ships & Shipwrecks; July 29: At the Beach; August 5: Sharks! August 12: Magical Mermaids; August 19: Pirate Treasure. Event type: TD Summer Reading Club.
Paid📌 Regular schedule
Babies (0-2)Toddlers (2-4)Kids (5-12)Teens (13-18)Young Adults (19-24)Adults (25-64)Seniors (65+)
2:30-4:00pm
Where: Anne Ottenbrite Pool at Iroquois Park Sports CentrePrice: Drop-in fees apply (see link for current rates)
Recreational Swim at Anne Ottenbrite Pool at Iroquois Park Sports Centre. Schedule slot: Wednesday 2:30-4:00pm. Unstructured drop-in swim open to all ages. Children 6 and under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian within arm's reach. No advance registration required.
Free📌 Regular schedule
Kids (5-12)
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Audley BranchPrice: Free / Drop-in
Intended for grades 1–4. Hosted at Audley Branch. Advanced registration required. This initiative is designed to spark interest in STEM among young Black girls through hands-on activities and mentorship from Black female STEM students at Ontario Tech University. The club seeks to break down barriers and stereotypes, fostering confidence, a sense of belonging, and the aspiration to pursue STEM careers. Presented in partnership with the Congress of Black Women of Canada Ajax/Pickering Chapter and…