National Youth and Youth Art Week
National Youth Week
Every year during the first week of May, we celebrate the youth in our community!
National Youth Week is an annual, week-long series of events and activities dedicated to youth. Events are designed to celebrate youth culture and they are planned and coordinated by the Oshawa Youth Council and City of Oshawa for youth in the community.
Youths attend free for all National Youth Week events!
Date | Event |
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May 2, 2024 | - Public Skate |
May 3, 2024 | - Youth Paint Night (advance registration required) - BGC Durham’s Jr. Youth Social |
May 4, 2024 | - BGC Durham's 100 Voices-Youth Symposium (advance registration required) |
May 5, 2024 | - Drop-in Basketball |
May 6, 2024 |
- Fun Swim - BGC Durham Youth DODGEBALL Tournament |
May 7, 2024 |
- BGC Durham 3X3 Basketball Tournament - BGC Durham’s Connect with Friends Night |
May 8, 2024 |
- BGC Durham Fun Swim - BGC Durham’s Connect with Friends Night |
May 9, 2024 |
- BGC Durham Flag Football - BGC Durham's Club House Rock & Basketball Night |
May 2, 2023
Public Skate
Age: All ages
Time: 3 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.
Location: Delpark Homes Centre, 1661 Harmony Rd. N. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free admission for youth aged 11 to 17. All other attendees must pay regular admission fees.
Description: Join us for a Public Skate, with free admission for youth ages 11 to 17. The on-site BNC Pro Shop is offering 50% off skate rentals for youth during this skate. Call ahead to arrange sizing at 416-560-1104.
May 3, 2023
Youth Paint Night
Age: 11 to 17
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Arts Resource Centre, 45 Queen St. Oshawa
Registration: Registration is full for this event - join the waitlist.
Description: Embrace creativity with our Paint Night for youth aged 11 to 17 years old. Register for this event on activeOshawa Online (course code 43621) or in-person at a City recreation facility to guarantee your spot.
BGC Durham’s Jr. Youth Social
Ages: 11 to 13
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Northview Community Centre, 150 Beatrice St E. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Celebrate National Youth Week with a fun-filled evening of social activities. Enjoy billiards, board games, foosball and card games like 'spoons'. Snacks and refreshments will be served. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
May 4, 2024
BGC Durham's 100 Voices - Youth Symposium
Age: 13+
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Northview Community Centre, 150 Beatrice St. E Oshawa
Registration: advanced registration required - register now. Free for all attendees.
Description: Be one of 100 youth to participate in this free youth-led symposium. Join us for an exciting day filled with inspiration, learning, and fun! Share your voice in thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops and networking sessions. Make new friends and enjoy giveaways and prizes. Lunch and snacks are included. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
May 5, 2024
Drop-in Basketball
Age: All ages
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: South Oshawa Community Centre,1455 Cedar St. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free admission for youth aged 11 to 17. All other attendees must pay regular admission fees.
Description: Join us for a drop-in basketball session with free admission for youth aged 11 to 17.
May 6, 2024
BGC Durham Youth DODGEBALL Tournament
Age: 13 to 18
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Northview Community Centre, 150 Beatrice St. E Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Celebrate National Youth Week with a friendly game of dodgeball. Sign-in as a team or be placed on a team via blind draw, starting at 6:30 p.m. Attendees must arrive before 7 p.m. to be placed on a team. Anyone arriving after 7 p.m. will be a substitute player. The number of games played will be determined by the number of teams. Refreshments and snacks will be served. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
Fun Swim
Age: All ages
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: South Oshawa Community Centre,1455 Cedar St. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free admission for youth aged 11 to 17. All other attendees must pay regular admission fees.
Description: Join us for a Fun Swim with free admission for youth ages 11 to 17. The water slide and other water features will be operating during this swim.
May 7, 2024
BGC Durham's Connect with Friends Night
Age: 12+
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: 433 Eulalie Ave. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Families with youth of various developmental and/or extra support needs are invited to an evening of fun in a safe and friendly environment. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to actively participate in activities with support from our facilitators. Participants do not need to have a diagnosis to attend. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
BGC Durham 3X3 Basketball Tournament
Age: 13 to 18
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Northview Community Centre, 150 Beatrice St. E. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Celebrate National Youth Week on the court with a 3X3 basketball tournament. Sign-in as a team or be placed on a team via blind draw, starting at 6:30 p.m. Players must arrive before 7 p.m. to participate in the tournament. Games begin at 7 p.m. The number of games played will be determined by the number of teams. Refreshments and snacks will be served. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
May 8, 2024
BGC Durham's Connect with Friends Night
Age: 12+
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Northview Community Centre, 150 Beatrice St. E. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Families with youth of various developmental and/or extra support needs are invited to an evening of fun in a safe and friendly environment. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to actively participate in activities with support from our facilitators. Participants do not need to have a diagnosis to attend. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
BGC Durham Fun Swim
Age: 13 to 18
Time: 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: 433 Eulalie Ave. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Calling all youth! Join us for a free fun swim. Enjoy our waterslide, pool toys and organized pool games. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
May 9, 2024
BGC Durham Flag Football
Age 13 to 18
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Northview Community Centre, 150 Beatrice St. E. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: This National Youth Week, join us for a 5X5 flag football tournament! Sign-in as a team or be placed on a team via blind draw, starting at 6:30 p.m. Players must arrive before 7 p.m. to participate in the tournament. Games begin at 7 p.m. The number of games played will be determined by the number of teams. Refreshments and snacks will be served. For more information, visit BGC Durham.
BGC Durham’s Clubhouse Rocks & Basketball Night
Age: 12+
Time: 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Location: 433 Eulalie Ave. Oshawa
Registration: Drop-in only. Free for all attendees.
Description: Join us for lively night of fun! This event will include live music, an ice cream bar, door prizes and mini games contest! For more information, visit BGC Durham.
Thank you to our community partners
City of Oshawa's National Youth Week events are offered in partnership with the City of Oshawa and Oshawa Youth Council (O.Y.C.). The City also highlights BGC Durham events for National Youth week.
Get Involved
Learn how to become an Oshawa Youth Council member. For further inquiries, email the O.Y.C.