Summer activities in Ottawa (with a toddler)
- Olivia Lam
- Jun 27
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 3
Many drop ins for toddlers are closed for the summer, including some EarlyON programs which we all love so dearly. BUT, there are still programs running so I've compiled a list of things you can still attend from now until August. It might take a bit of scheduling if you really want to make it to these events, but it will also help with weekly plans (a lot of programs now only run on weekends).

Tumblers Gymnastics Centre - Orleans, Ottawa
Family drop ins are running Sundays from 3-4:30PM and 4:30-6PM (you can attend both sessions too). Singular sessions are $15 each or both for $20.
For more information, check out their website https://www.tumblers.ca/drop-ins-open-gym
Toddler Jump at Flying Squirrel - Orleans
For children aged 6 and under, they are 50% off the regular rates. $14 for 1 hour, $19 for 90 minutes and $25 for 2 hours. Prebooking required.
For more information, check out their website https://flyingsquirrelsports.ca/ottawa-ontario/toddler-landing-page/
Kanata Gymnosphere - Kanata
They are running summer drop ins June 30 - August 31. For ages 1-10 ($10 cash/ $12 card), the sessions run
Saturday 4:30-6:30PM
Sundays 10AM - 12PM and 4:30-6:30PM
For 12 months and under ($5 cash/ $7 card), sessions are Sundays 12:30-2:30PM
For more information, check out their website https://www.kanatagymnastics.ca/drop-in
Ottawa Gymnastics Centre - Westboro
Family drop ins continue on Fridays 11:15AM - 12:15PM for 6 months - 5 years old. 20 spots available and preregistration is required.
For more information, check out their website https://www.ottawagymnasticscentre.ca/pages/programs/opengym/
Children's Village of Ottawa playgroups - Westboro
Drop-In Playgroup (birth to 5 years)Monday to Friday Mornings (year round) 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Infant Drop-In Playgroup (birth to 18 months)Tuesday Afternoons and Thursday Afternoons 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free to attend!
For more information, check out their website https://childrensvillage.on.ca/resources/drop-in-playgroup/
Toddler Tuesdays at the NAC - Downtown
Singing, dancing, games, story time and more! The best Ottawa summer activity around. Toddler Tuesdays are the perfect morning activity for children aged 18 months - 5 years and the parents/caregivers who love them. Free to attend and occurs once a month.
For more information, check out their website https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/39312
Starr gymnastics - Orleans + Kanata + Ramsayville
A reduced drop in schedule is running throughout the summer, but there's still a variety options. All drop ins are 1 hr and cost $10/child.
Orleans - Wednesday 4:45PM and 6:15PM
Kanata - Monday 6:15PM and Thursday 4:45PM and 6:15PM
Ramsayville
Monday 4:30 PM and 6PM
Tuesday 6PM
Wednesday 7:15PM
Thursday 6:45PM
Friday 4:30PM and 6PM
For more information, check out their website https://www.starrgymnastics.ca/programs-drop-in-playtime.php?location=1#schedule
Zoo Crew
Learn all about animals and have the opportunity to pet them too! Drop ins run at both locations, Osgoode and Nepean. Prices range from $10 - $26 (adults require tickets too).
For more information, check out their website https://www.thezoocrew.ca/dropin
Valleyview Farm - Barrhaven
A great spot for little ones in Ottawa to see farm animals, play in the playground and ride the little train. $14/ person
Open May 1 to October 31
9:30AM to 4PM everyday of the week
4750 Fallowfield road
For more information, check out their website https://valleyviewlittleanimalfarm.com/
The Log Farm
The Log Farm has tons of play areas, trails and events. You will find farm animals, play areas, table top activities, a market and seasonal activities. Open Thursday to Sunday 9AM - 4PM, $11.50 + tax per person (babies 1 and under are free).
For more information, check out their website https://thelogfarm.com/
Millers Farm and Market
Pick your own strawberries, a play area, a few animals and a market.
Open every day of the week 8AM - 4:15PM
For more information, check out their website https://www.millersfarmandmarket.ca/
Happy Little Farmstead - Spencerville
Located at 3418 Goodin road in Spencerville, this farm is open for drop in visits. They have animals, an indoor play area and a seasonal corn maze.
Adults and kids (3+) $5.65
Kids 2 and under FREE
Open Thursday + Friday 9AM - 2PM and Weekends 10AM -3PM
For more information, check out their website https://www.happylittlefarmstead.ca/visit-the-farm
Saunders Farm
Summer Maze Days are a great way to get the family outdoors and participating in activities like the splash pad, puppet shows, mazes, play structures and so much more!
$22 per person (2 and under free)
Open May 31 to August 31st
Open 10AM - 4PM Wednesday to Sunday in July + August
For more information, check out their website https://saundersfarm.com/
Other activities
Ottawa's museums are free for 17 and under this summer with the Canada Strong Pass
Select EarlyON programs are running this summer https://ottawa.ca/en/family-and-social-services/childrens-services/earlyon#section-e0dfb22b-f59c-483e-a0c0-54d0c39e9e43
The City of Ottawa's Kindergym program and open swims are also a good option https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/facilities-and-rentals
Other good online lists https://claudielarouche.com/personal-projects/
Missing anything? Let me know.
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