Recreation Newsletter - August 2026
Fall and winter program registration opens starting tomorrow!
Fall 2026 and winter 2027 recreation programs are now open for viewing. Bookmark this page to log in to your Live and Play account.
Registration starts:
- Fall adult programs: Aug. 20, 7 a.m.*
- Fall and winter youth programs: Aug. 22, 9 a.m.*
- Fall swimming lessons: Aug. 22, 9 a.m.*
- Fall Aquatic Leadership: Aug. 22, 9 a.m.*
- Adult Day Trip programs open on Sept. 3, 9 a.m.
- Registration for non-residents: Aug. 28 at 9 a.m.
*On resident registration launch mornings, a virtual waiting room and virtual queue system are in place for online registrations to ensure the best system performance and a fair, smooth process.
Free sports equipment is now available in Burlington parks
Forgot your soccer ball? Want to try pickleball? Looking for something active to do at the park?
The City of Burlington has partnered with Equip Sport to make it easier to get active. 20 sports equipment lockers are now available in parks and public spaces across Burlington, offering free equipment for residents and visitors to borrow.
Download the app and explore available sports equipment today!
Music lessons
Ever wished you could play a musical instrument? We offer private music lessons for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players at competitive prices. We have Brass, Clarinet/ Saxophone, Piano, Flute, Drums & Mallet Percussion and more.
We provide quality instruction from the finest of instructors for all ages and levels - from beginner to advanced.
Fall boutique sale
Join us for our seasonal craft sale featuring beautiful handmade treasures! Browse a wonderful selection of cozy knitted items, adorable baby quilts, warm blankets and many more unique handcrafted goods.'
Fall Boutique Craft Sale
Sept. 23-24 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Burlington Seniors' Centre
Shop local crafts, support our seniors' centre!
City facilities open for fall 2026, winter and spring 2027 rentals
Planning your next season? Facility rental requests for fall 2026, winter and spring 2027 open Sept. 8, 2026.
Residents and community provider groups can submit new rental requests or make changes and additions to their seasonal bookings.
Did you know? You can check facility availability and reserve the space online yourself. It’s quick, convenient and available 24/7.
Free and Pay What You Can Community Rooms
Looking for a space to meet, connect or gather with your community? Free and Pay What You Can Community Rooms make it easier to access community space without the usual rental cost.
Community rooms are available at Alton, Brant Hills and Tansley Woods Community Centres during eligible non-prime hours. The spaces are available beginning in mid of September. You can book the room in advance through the Pay What You Can option or check available space through the Free On-the-Spot Bookings.
Bring the outdoors to life through art!
Participants recently took their creativity outdoors for an Acrylic Painting: Plein Air workshop at LaSalle Park. Bobbi Cosby, our Bob Ross-certified instructor, captured Burlington’s beautiful lakefront and marina by blending multiple views into one unique composition.
As the seasons change, our fall painting sessions are moving indoors, but the creativity continues. Explore a variety of the upcoming workshops:
- Acrylic Painting: Highland Cow: Sept. 24
- Bob Ross Style Oil Painting: Water Lilies: Oct. 15
- Acrylic Painting: Tuscan Countryside: Nov. 19
- Bob Ross Style Oil Painting: Around the Bend: Dec. 17
Food for Feedback
Don’t miss it! The Food for Feedback event is back! Residents can share their thoughts on City projects in exchange for a free meal from one of the participating food trucks. This is a free drop-in event. Food for Feedback is Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at Central Park from noon – 3 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the engagement event will move indoors to the Burlington Seniors’ Centre.
The event is open for residents of all ages. Younger children can enjoy the designated ‘Kidz Zone’ so family members have more flexibility to share their feedback on City projects important to them.
Recreation Services
Recreation, Community and Culture customer service is available to assist you in-person, by phone and email.
- email Recreation, Community and Culture customer service
- contact by phone 905-335-7738
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