Grab your crew and come on out for some good old-fashioned outdoor play!
Our Playground Drop-In is the perfect chance for families to climb, slide, run, and explore together on our awesome outdoor equipment.
No schedules, no pressure—just fresh air, big smiles, and plenty of room to play. Come for a quick swing or stay for the whole adventure.
Siblings welcome, caregivers must remain with children.
Ages 8-12 years
Join us for a guided coding lesson, where youth can build their own game step-by-step. As a bonus, children can download their game onto a card for them to take home and share with their family!
This is for youth registered to our programs.
All Ages
Step into the Creative Arts Walk—where an interactive art gallery comes to life with hands-on fun for all ages!
Wander through vibrant spaces filled with creativity, from a collaborative mural where everyone can leave their mark to colorful sidewalk chalk zones bursting with imagination.
Children can dive into DIY craft stations, making bracelets, painting masterpieces, or creating unique art pieces to take home.
Ages 7-12 years
Join us for a Music Therapy session designed for children, led by a Music Therapist student from Major Progressions Music Therapy.
This session offers a safe and supportive environment where your child can explore music in a fun and meaningful way with their caregiver.
The whole family is invited to participate!
Ages 2-6 years
Get ready for a wild adventure! Meet amazing reptiles up close – snakes, lizards, turtles, and more!
Fun • Educational • Hands-On
Kids and families will love this exciting opportunity to:
Join us for a relaxing, inclusive movie experience designed especially for families! This sensory-friendly screening creates a welcoming space for all to enjoy a movie together.
Features include:
Come learn more about drum medicine and participate in a drum circle. The whole family is invited.
Weather permitting, the drum circle will be outside.
All ages
Join us for a guided nature hike to view trees, plants, birds, insects, mammals and their habitats. Hikers will learn about the history and cultural heritage of Ball’s Falls, how to identify certain plants and animals in the forest and will view the scenery along the way!
Dress for the weather and wear running shoes. This event is for the whole family.
Bring the whole family out to enjoy a variety of inflatables, exciting activities, and refreshing water play stations—including the always popular dunk tank.
Feeling brave? You or your youth can take a turn in the hot seat—just don’t forget to bring a swimsuit!
Come soak up the sunshine, cool off, and celebrate everything fun about summer with us.
Ages 4-8 years
Come escape the heat with us! Enjoy FREE fun for all ages, including:
Ages 9-12 years
Do you like riddles and solving puzzles?
Come see if you and your family can escape in our first ever escape room. Fun for the whole family!
Bethesda3280 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON905.684.6918
Bethesda Children's Services3310 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON905.684.6918
