Thu · 4:00 p.m.
Community Location
Join us for a mini art class paired with a story and literary connection from the Oakville Public Library. At the Education Centre, located at…
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Free Kids & Family Events in Oakville
Find free kids events and free family activities in Oakville. Browse current local options, then narrow by weekend, library, indoor or age group.
Thu · 5:15 p.m.
White Oaks Branch · Program Room
Thank you for your interest in Leaps in Literacy, our revitalized literacy program! It is a small-group intervention program that helps to build…
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Thu · 6:00 p.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch · Program Room
Teens will have the chance to explore a variety of creative activities, engage with new technologies, and learn new skills that are inspired by…
View details →NOV12
Music & outdoorFREE
Trivia Night at the Library
Thu · 7:00 p.m.
Glen Abbey Branch · Program Room 1,Program Room 2
Test your knowledge across a mix of topics, including pop culture, history, books, music, and more. Each round features a variety of question styles…
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Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Fri · 10:00 a.m.
Woodside Branch
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
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Fri · 10:00 a.m.
Central Branch · Program Room
See your baby laugh and smile as you sing, clap, bounce and learn rhymes together. Everyone is welcome to stay, play and chat after the session.…
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Library & learningAges 0–5FREE
Stay & Play
Fri · 10:30 a.m.
Woodside Branch
Everyone is welcome to stay, play and chat after babytime or storytime. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents and caregivers.
View details →NOV13
Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Fri · 10:30 a.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch · Program Room
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
View details →NOV13
Library & learningAges 0–5FREE
Stay & Play
Fri · 11:00 a.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch
Everyone is welcome to stay, play and chat after babytime or storytime. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents and caregivers.
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Fri · 11:00 a.m.
Glen Abbey Branch · Program Room 1
Please review the guidelines and frequently asked questions on our Program FAQ
View details →NOV13
Library & learningAges 6–12FREE
STEAM Play
Fri · 4:00 p.m.
Glen Abbey Branch · Program Room 1
This hands-on STEAM program for school-age children encourages creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity through a mix of science, technology…
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Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Sat · 10:00 a.m.
Central Branch
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
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Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Sat · 10:30 a.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch · Program Room
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
View details →NOV14
Library & learningFREE
STEAM Tween Lab
Sat · 11:00 a.m.
White Oaks Branch · Program Room
Each session features a new challenge or project using tools like Little Bits, Makey Makey, and other creative technologies—plus low-tech…
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Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Sat · 11:00 a.m.
Glen Abbey Branch
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
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Library & learningAges 0–5FREE
Stay & Play
Sat · 11:00 a.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch
Everyone is welcome to stay, play and chat after babytime or storytime. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents and caregivers.
View details →NOV14
Library & learningAges 6–12FREE
STEAM Play
Sat · 2:00 p.m.
White Oaks Branch
This hands-on STEAM program for school-age children encourages creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity through a mix of science, technology…
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Library & learningFREE
STEAM Tween Lab
Sat · 2:00 p.m.
Clearview Branch
Each session features a new challenge or project using tools like Little Bits, Makey Makey, and other creative technologies—plus low-tech…
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Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Arabic Storytime جلسة لقراءة قصص أطفال باللغة العربية
Sat · 3:00 p.m.
Iroquois Ridge Branch · Creation Zone
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
View details →NOV16
Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Mon · 10:30 a.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch · Program Room
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
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Library & learningAges 0–5FREE
Stay & Play
Mon · 11:00 a.m.
Sixteen Mile Branch
Everyone is welcome to stay, play and chat after babytime or storytime. This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents and caregivers.
View details →NOV17
Music & outdoorAges 0–5FREE
Family Storytime
Tue · 10:30 a.m.
White Oaks Branch
Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles…
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Tue · 11:00 a.m.
White Oaks Branch
Bring your little one to the library for a fun-filled adventure! Explore, play, and discover new toys and games together! This program is ticketed.…
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