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KIDS AND FAMILIES
It can be tricky to find fun and creative things to do for your children or family. The solution? A visit to Oshawa, where there are plenty of exciting adventures waiting around every corner.
KIDS AND FAMILIES
BUSINESS LIST
Below is an ever-growing list of Oshawa businesses that offer a huge selection of fun, memorable and unique things to do for the whole family. This list is in alphabetical order.

Canadian Automotive Museum
Discover the Canadian Automotive Museum, Oshawa’s must-visit showcase of the world’s most significant collection of Canadian automobiles. Housed in a beautifully preserved 1920s car dealership in historic downtown, this family-friendly destination thrills all ages with interactive exhibits, walking tours, guest talks, and kid-focused events year-round. Gear up for an unforgettable ride through Canada’s automotive legacy!

Little Rascals Party and Play Centre
Little Rascals Party and Play Centre sparks Oshawa kids' birthdays with exciting rentals like jumping castles, soft play setups, and themed decor for unforgettable fun. Indulge in custom-made cupcakes delivered fresh, tailored to your event theme with delicious flavors and toppings. Get ready for their upcoming indoor soft play facility in Durham Region, coming soon for year-round play and private parties!

Fly By Nite Movies, Games and Toys
Fly By Nite Collectibles at 15 Bond St E is Oshawa's ultimate geek haven, packed with over 5,000 Funko Pops, horror figures from Neca and Mezco, retro and modern video games, used movies, anime collectibles, and nostalgic toys perfect for collectors and fans prowling downtown.

Oshawa Folk Arts Council
The Oshawa Folk Arts Council (OFAC) is a volunteer run, non-profit organization that aids in sustaining and celebrating the cultural diversity and multicultural communities of Oshawa.
For nearly half a century, the OFAC has brought together cultural groups (pavilions) for a weeklong, annual multi-cultural family celebration across Oshawa called Fiesta Week!

Harmony Creek Golf Centre
Harmony Creek Golf Centre is Oshawa’s all-in-one golf and family fun destination, featuring an 18-hole executive course with challenging holes and pristine greens, plus a driving range with turf and grass tees. Test your skills on the 18-hole mini putt, grab a bite at the restaurant, or book their full-service banquet hall for weddings and events with top-notch cuisine and service. Perfect for golfers, families, and celebration seekers!

Gray & Co. Coffee Shop & Bookstore
Gray & Co. Coffee Shop & Bookstore at 83 Centre St S is a cozy downtown Oshawa gem blending specialty lattes, dirty sodas, fresh bruschetta, and baked treats with a curated selection of books and over 60 handmade vendor items, perfect for relaxed mornings (open Mon-Sat 8:30AM-4PM) or community browsing with free back parking.

Leisure Bowling Lanes
Leisure Lanes at 728 Champlain Ave is Oshawa's premier 48-lane 10-pin bowling alley with a 300-capacity sports bar, pro shop, pool tables, darts, arcade games, and food counter, perfect for family outings, kids' birthdays, league play, and Rock 'n Bowl Saturday nights featuring reservations, glow bowling, music, and deals like $40/hour per lane (up to 6 people) plus affordable shoe rentals and family specials.

White Feather Country Store
White Feather Country Store at 15 Raglan Rd E, Durham's largest country store since 1988, offers farm-fresh chickens and eggs, seasonal local produce, daily-baked breads, pies, cookies, and legendary apple fritters (plus cherry and maple varieties), alongside a vast gift shop with home decor, candles, handmade wood items, clothing, and kid-friendly amenities like a playground, perfect for family outings north of Oshawa.

Farmstead BnB
The Farmstead Bed & Breakfast at 5163 Thornton Rd N offers rustic farmhouse rooms including The Loft, The Bower, and The Nest, each with queen beds starting at $150 per night, plus a shared Jacuzzi bathroom, seasonal pool, year-round hot tub, wraparound veranda, and farm-fresh breakfasts made from on-site eggs and gardens.
Guests can tour the working farm, meet animals like turkeys, goats, and hens, explore vibrant produce gardens, enjoy bonfires, and meet Artax the red-tailed hawk with host Amanda, a licensed falconer, for a peaceful getaway blending B&B comfort and authentic rural Durham Region life just 15 minutes north of Oshawa.

Oshawa Museum
Oshawa Museum, the city's only local history museum, sits in beautiful Lakeview Park on Lake Ontario's shores, celebrating over 60 years of Oshawa’s story from Indigenous roots to today. Dive into year-round tours of three restored historic homes packed with diverse exhibits, then relax in the cozy café or browse the heritage-themed gift shop. A must-visit for history buffs uncovering Oshawa’s vibrant past!

Thompson Rugby Park
Thompson Rugby Park at 110 Raglan Rd W is the home field for the Oshawa Vikings Rugby Club established in 1959 and Durham College Lords rugby teams, offering well-maintained pitches, a clubhouse with team rooms, indoor/outdoor seating, and a snack bar for spectators watching programs from U6 coed minis to senior men and women, plus North America's first IMAS-accredited mixed ability rugby.

Trapped Oshawa
Trapped Oshawa delivers an unforgettable escape room experience filled with mystery, excitement, and teamwork. Featuring intricately designed puzzles and immersive themed sets, each game feels like stepping into a real-life adventure. Perfect for families, friends, or corporate groups, Trapped challenges your problem-solving skills while creating lasting memories and the thrill of discovering the unknown.
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