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Free playground program returns to Oshawa parks this summer

Summer playground programs are coming to a neighbourhood park near you starting Tuesday, July 2, in partnership with Their Opportunity. Children aged three to 12 are invited to check out their local park this summer to take part in a fun and free experience. Playground Programs are run by trained leaders who provide interactive and exciting play opportunities such as games, songs and crafts for children daily throughout the summer.

Drop-off Playground Program

Children aged five to 12 can attend...

Events in the Park offers summer evening entertainment

The City of Oshawa announces its lineup of talented artists who will perform this summer as part of the Events in the Park entertainment series presented by TD Bank. Kicking off the summer lineup will be musicians Inka’s Band on Thursday, July 4 at 7 p.m. at Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park (169 Harbour Rd.).

Throughout the summer, attendees will be treated to performances highlighting a variety of genres of music, including South American, reggae, classic rock, opera, ’80s, R&B, and country, as well...

Celebrate Canada Day at Lakeview Park

The City of Oshawa is inviting the community to celebrate Canada Day at Lakeview Park for a day of fun with friends and family on Monday, July 1.

The celebration begins at 2 p.m. with activities and entertainment for all ages. There is something for everyone, including family-friendly options such as inflatables, Spot On Dog Show, Vital! Contemporary Circus, Zoe Bubbles – Bubble Show, Reptilia, Club Carib of Oshawa steel pan drumming, Sandqube Sand Sculptures, along with Pro Wrestling Eclipse...

Oshawa announces winners of the 2024 Culture Counts Awards

The City of Oshawa congratulates the recipients of this year's Oshawa Culture Counts Awards for their outstanding contributions to the community's creative and cultural scene.

The City of Oshawa has recently announced the winners for its annual Oshawa Culture Counts Awards. The program, which was launched in November 2017, aims to recognize and celebrate the creative and cultural contributions of the community. The awards were presented by the Oshawa City Council to the winners of three...

Oshawa Peony Festival blooms into its 20th year

The City of Oshawa is thrilled to present the 20th annual Peony Festival on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9 at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens located adjacent to Children’s Arena (155 Arena St.).

Named one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals and Events, the festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It features one of Canada’s largest contemporary peony collections in bloom in the gardens, in addition to hundreds of cut blooms displayed inside the arena during the Canadian Peony Society judged peony...