A Kids Guide To Durham Region
Left: Station Gallery | Right: Volt Raceway
Keeping children entertained is no small feat, but in Durham Region there is no end to the activities that will leave the kids saying “best day ever”. From meeting local farm animals to the thrills of an indoor playground, or making their mark on the world in an art class, there are tons of ways for the youngsters in your life to create life-long memories in Durham.
Kid Friendly Restaurants And Cafes
Left: Butchie's | Middle: Canter Coffee | Right: Pizza Pino by sellyfooddiary
Dining out with little ones can be challenging, but choosing the right restaurant can take the stress out of a family outing. Many restauranteurs put extra thought in how to cater to even the youngest of their clientele.
Indoor Attractions And Entertainment For All Ages
Left: NEB's Fun World | Middle: Volt Raceway | Right: Activate
These weather-proof activities are a great reason to stay inside while still getting out of the house. No matter how hot, cold, rainy or snowy, the fun doesn’t stop at these kid-friendly places. Visit Durham’s indoor playgrounds, independently owned cinemas, and catch performances tailored to even the littlest of audiences like Disney On Ice and The Wiggles.
Kid-Approved Adventures And Birthday Party Ideas
Left: Treetop Eco-Adventure Park | Middle: Glama Gal Kids Spa | Right: Buzzing Bees Adventure Farm
Head out for a day of fun and endless adventures with the whole family in Durham Region. Many of these kid-friendly spots make for a great day out and also specialize in hosting parties. Keep it classic with afternoon at the bowling alley or try something new like a ropes course or spa day.
Outdoor Winter Sports And Activities For Kids
Left: Brimacombe | Right: Snow tubing at Ski Lakeridge | Right: Skating on Lake Scugog
Unlike bears, kids don’t have the natural inclination to hibernate over winter. Fully embrace the Great White North by bundling up and getting outside. Durham has plenty of activities that will get you moving so much that the cold won’t bother you anyway.
School’s Out For The Summer: Outdoor Activities
Left: Beaverton Harbour Park | Middle: Strawberry picking at Pingle's | Right: Beaver River Wetland
No more pencils, no more books, but still lots of energy and excitement. Cut down on screentime by planning days that will give your kids the best answer when asked “what did you do on your summer vacation?”
Family Friendly Events For Every Season
Left: Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Powwow | Middle: Holiday in the Hills | Right: Brooklin Fair
There is no end to the events in Durham Region and many of them welcome the whole family to join in on the celebration. Whether it’s catching some live music or joining in on a holiday tradition, there’s always something happening to take the kids to.
Arts And Crafts For Creative Kids
Left and middle: Visual Arts Centre of Clarington | Right: The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Give your little Picassos the room to fully express themselves by signing them up for one of the many classes at Durham’s art galleries. With a wide range of disciplines offered for a variety of ages, there are lots of opportunities to get those creative juices flowing.
Arts Unleashed - Pickering
Julie Claude’s Art Space - Pickering
Kids Art Talks - Port Perry
Living Room Community Art Studio
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery - Oshawa
Station Gallery - Whitby
Visual Arts Centre of Clarington - Bowmanville
Inclusive Spaces For Children
Left: Melly's Market and Cafe | Middle: Aspire Climbing | Right: WindReach Farm by @ourownbackyard
All children benefit from inclusive environments and these local operators have taken steps to remove barriers to play and considered all abilities when designing their programming. You are encouraged to reach out directly to the business or organization to discuss your child’s unique needs.
Abilities Centre's Sensory Room - Whitby
Aspire Climbing - Whitby
Melly's Market and Cafe - Whitby
Nova's Ark - Brooklin
Precious Minds - Uxbridge
The Respite Club - Courtice
Snooze Room - Pickering
WindReach Farm - Ashburn
While you’re out exploring Durham Region, we’d love to hear what new experiences you tried and loved the most. Tag @DurhamTourism in your social posts so we can follow along!