15 events in Whitby, Oshawa, Ajax, Bowmanville, and Pickering
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10:00 a.m.
The event is held on August 14, 2026 at Pickering Playing Fields in Pickering, ON.
10:15 a.m.
The event is held on August 14, 2026 at Oshawa Public Libraries - Delpark Homes Centre Branch in Oshawa, ON.
1:00 PM
Come cool off at the Orono Park outdoor pool on Friday, Aug. 14 for a free family swim, courtesy of OPG’s Darlington New Nuclear Project. Learn more about how OPG is leading the way in the advancement of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology in Canada – the future of nuclear power generation - at www.opg.com/newnuclear…
Weekly teen climbing for ages 13–17. See the Whitby event page for times, pricing, and registration.
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.
Discover underwater worlds through engaging books, crafts, music, and games. Collect points and chart your progress by participating in fun summer reading activities! Drop-in, ages 3-5.
The Town of Whitby\'s annual Movies in the Park event hosts family-friendly films under the stars in July and August. Other Movie Options in Whitby: Downtown Whitby BIA Movies in the Square Downtown Whitby BIA hosts Movies in the Square. Check back for more information on the 2026 season. DRIFF For information, visit the DRIFF website.
Enjoy a unique, outdoor, family cinema experience projected on a giant inflatable movie screen. Admission is free (registration not required) and movie goers are encouraged to bring your own snacks, a chair, blanket and bug spray! #AjaxMovieNight Movies will take place at dusk and will happen rain or shine (rain locations listed below). This year, we will be showcasing 2 movies, which will be announced in May! The locations are as follows: 1. Friday, July 24 – GOAT *PG* Ajax Community Centre…
Come celebrate Summer during Historic Downtown Bowmanville&'s Annual Sidewalk Sale shopping extravaganza! You'll find great deals and special offers from our unique businesses and services lining the streets with extended business hours.
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…
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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.
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Intended for ages 10–14. Hosted at Main Branch. Advanced registration required. Build a functional game with Python while learning mathematical and programming concepts such as logic, conditions, loops, and problem-solving skills. Event type: TD Summer Reading Club.
2:30-4:00pm
Recreational Swim at Anne Ottenbrite Pool at Iroquois Park Sports Centre. Schedule slot: Friday 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.
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Intended for ages 13–19. Hosted at Audley Branch. Drop-in. During a hot summer, the only thing better than eating frozen treats is eating frozen treats AND making awesome book crafts. Cool off and make cool crafts with us! Event type: TD Summer Reading Club.
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Great for children and families. Hosted at Mc Lean 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 10: Underwater Animals; July 17: Splashy Science; July 24: Ships & Shipwrecks; July 31: At the Beach; August 7: Sharks! August 14: Magical Mermaids; August 21: Pirate Treasure. Event type: TD Summer Reading Club.