Things to do this weekend in Burlington, Milton and Oakville: Jan. 3 to Jan. 5
Published January 3, 2025 at 10:31 am
If you spent most of the holidays cozied up indoors and are now itching to get out, Burlington, Milton and Oakville have plenty of events on tap. From crafty workshops to historical tours and rocking tribute concerts, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of the last few days of winter break.
Here’s what’s going on from Jan. 3 to 5:
January 3
Burlington:
Winter Break Kids Camp
Engage your children in a day of fun and learning at the Winter Break Kids Camp. Designed for ages 5–12, the camp includes a variety of activities to inspire and entertain young minds.
Where: 1240 North Shore Blvd. E. (Joseph Brant Museum)
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $55 per child (10% discount for members)
Abbamania
Experience the world’s number one Abba production, Abbamania. This all-Canadian cast, featuring studio musicians and singers, has been performing note-for-note recreations of Abba’s greatest hits like “Waterloo” and “Dancing Queen” since 1999. With their authentic look and sound, Abbamania delivers an unforgettable live concert experience.
Where: 440 Locust St. (Burlington Performing Arts Centre)
Time:
- Fri, Jan. 3 at 8 p.m.
- Sat, Jan. 4 at 8 p.m.
Cost: Regular: $59 Group of 10 or more: $45
Oakville:
Preschool Dance Party
Shake your sillies out at this special storytime that focuses on music, movement and physical literacy. Designed for children ages 1–4, this unregistered program combines fun and learning through dance and interactive activities.
Where: 120 Navy St. (Oakville Public Library, Central Branch)
Time: 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Oakville Museum | Winter Craft and Tour
Create a special craft with your child and enjoy a guided tour of the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate. This engaging activity is designed for children ages 4–5, with the program fee applying to participating children only. Adult supervision and assistance are required.
Where: 8 Navy St. (Oakville Museum)
Time:
- 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Unspecified
January 4
Burlington:
Free Winter Break Skating
Enjoy free skating during the winter break, courtesy of Tim Hortons. No reservations required—drop in and skate on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached.
Jan. 4
Where: 4015 Mainway Dr. (Mainway Ice Centre, Rink 1)
- 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
519 Drury Ln. (Central Arena)
- 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Jan. 5
Where: 4015 Mainway Dr. (Mainway Ice Centre, Rink 1)
- 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
- 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Milton:
Celebrate the Season Member Exhibition 2024
Warm your spirits this holiday season with art! The Fine Arts Society of Milton presents Celebrate the Season, an annual member exhibition showcasing inspiring works from talented local artists.
Where: 1010 Main St. E. (Holcim Gallery, FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton)
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
The Three Sisters Exhibit
This exhibit highlights the significance of agriculture to Haudenosaunee peoples, both historically and today, and includes a selection of Raymond R. Skye’s earlier works for visitors to enjoy and learn from.
Where: 3115 Conservation Rd. (Crawford Lake Conservation Area)
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Included with park admission
Oakville:
Victorian Christmas at Bronte Creek Provincial Park
Step back in time to 1899 and experience how an early settler family celebrated the season. Enjoy house tours, crafts, refreshments, music and storytime. Plan to spend around two hours exploring the activities.
Where: 1219 Burloak Dr. (Bronte Creek Provincial Park)
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Park daily vehicle permit required; food and beverages extra
January 5
Burlington:
Refuge Canada Exhibition
Explore Canada’s role in the global refugee crisis through the powerful “Refuge Canada” exhibition. Featuring images, soundscapes, first-person accounts, and artifacts, this thought-provoking exhibit begins with the sentiment: “No one wants to be a refugee, anyone could become a refugee.”
Where: 1240 North Shore Blvd. E. (Joseph Brant Museum)
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Unspecified
Milton:
Milton Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
Create your own traditional Turkish mosaic lamp in this hands-on workshop. Assemble different colored and shaped pieces of glass and beads to craft a unique lamp that will illuminate your nights.
Where: 605 Santa Maria Blvd. (Milton Sports Centre)
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: $69
City Love Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples
Enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt designed for couples featuring romantic challenges, fun activities and opportunities to explore the city in a unique way.
Where: 945 Fourth Line
Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Donation-based
Oakville:
Mayor and Council’s Annual New Year’s Levee
Join Mayor Rob Burton and Members of Council for a family-friendly celebration to mark the start of the new year.
Where: 1225 Trafalgar Rd. (Town Hall, South Atrium)
Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Stitches – The Art of Sybil Rampen
Explore over 80 pieces of fibre art by Sybil Rampen, created between 1973 and 2024. This exhibition features wall hangings, sculptures and vestments made with techniques like hand embroidery, machine stitching and collage, often incorporating natural materials.
Where: 1086 Burnhamthorpe Rd. E. (Joshua Farm Gallery)
Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
— Cover photo via experiencemilton.com