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Cloudy both days with a slim chance of rain — not enough to cancel anything, but enough to make the indoor options look smart. The Farmer's Market runs Saturday morning at Burlington Centre until 2 p.m., which gives you time to shop and still catch afternoon plans. Royal Duck's inflatable park is open both days if the clouds get heavy. Plenty of ground to cover.
The Burlington Lions Club Farmers Market runs Saturday at Burlington Centre from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local produce, baked goods, honey, preserves, and artisan vendors — go before 10 a.m. if you want first pick of the good stuff. Proceeds support community programs run by the Lions Club.
Sat · 8:00 a.m. · Burlington Centre · Free
Royal Duck is back open Sunday at Burlington Centre, same hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you missed Saturday or want a second run, the inflatable park is worth it for kids who need to burn energy indoors. Book online before you go.
Sun · 10:00 a.m. · Burlington Centre
Royal Duck Bounce Park is open Saturday at Burlington Centre from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. — a massive inflatable setup that runs through August 2. Parent/Child Bundles start at $34.99 and spots are limited, so book ahead. Good call if the clouds thicken up mid-afternoon.
Sat · 10:00 a.m. · Burlington Centre
The Art Gallery of Burlington runs a free Family Open Studio Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. This session draws on artist Roda Medhat's sculptural installation as a starting point — kids can follow the artist-instructors or go their own direction. No materials cost, no registration required.
Sun · 1:00 p.m. · Art Gallery of Burlington · Free
Indigo Play Days runs Saturday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at select Chapters and Indigo stores. This week's theme is Building Friendships and Bracelets — DIY friendship bracelets, Baby-Sitters Club trivia, mini magazines, and a friendship-themed storytime. No reservation needed for adults; free to attend.
Sat · 11:00 a.m. · Select Indigo and Chapters stores · Free
Day two of Duckfest is Sunday at Brants Crossing Park in Brantford — the main event is a rubber duck race on the Grand River, the first one held there in years. Live music and games round it out. Free to attend; check Woodview's social pages for race times.
Sun · 12:00 a.m. · Downtown Brantford · Free
West Avenue Cider House in Freelton hosts a Night Market Saturday from 4 to 9 p.m. at 84 Concession 8. Over 30 makers, three charity booths, cider, and wood-fired pizza on site. It's a 20-minute drive from Burlington and runs into the evening — good for families who want something low-key after dinner.
Sat · 4:00 p.m. · West Avenue Cider House · Free
Duckfest kicks off Saturday at Harmony Square in Downtown Brantford — the third annual Catch-A-Ducky event, with games, live music, and prizes supporting Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services. Sunday moves to Brants Crossing Park for a rubber duck race on the Grand River. Worth the drive if your kids are into festival energy.
Sat · 12:00 a.m. · Downtown Brantford · Free
Artist Amanda Rataj leads a colour and textile arts session at the Art Gallery of Burlington Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. Simple exercises exploring personal colour preferences — better suited to kids 7 and up who can sit with a creative prompt. Check AGB's site for registration details.
Sat · 1:00 p.m. · Art Gallery of Burlington
Train Days at the Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology runs Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers operate miniature steam engines on a track at the museum — kids can ride. Museum admission is by donation, and the self-guided tour of the 1859 Boiler House and Pumphouse is included. Train rides cancel in rain; check their Instagram before you leave.
Sun · 11:00 a.m. · Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology · Free
