Spring is in full swing so check out these things To Do in Durham Region this week!
1. Spring Fling
Join for a brand new Pickering family friendly this weekend event dedicated to welcoming a new season!
When?
- May 3rd & May 4th, 2025
- 11:30am – 3pm
Where?
- Millennium Square
- Bottom of Liverpool Rd in Pickering, ON
What?
- Vendors
- Seasonal Decor
- Games and activities
- Nature Scavenger Hunt
- Musical Performers
- Roaming Characters
- Arts and Crafts
- Face Painting & more
How Much?
- Free!
More Info?
- Free Parking for the days of the event. Waterfront paid/permit parking will not be enforced on these days
- Visit https://www.pickering.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festivals-and-events/spring-fling/ for more info!
- @destinationpickering
2. Pingle’s Tulip Days
When?
- Opening May 8th, 2025
- 10am – 7pm (last entry at 6pm)
Where?
- Pingle’s
- 1805 Taunton Rd, Hampton, ON
Cost?
- General Admission $17.95
- Photographer’s Pass $150
- Doggy Ticket $10
- Discount code use code TULIP25 for 25% off tickets
What?
General Admission Includes:
- Access to the 5 acre Tulip Field
- Over 500,000 stunning blooms
- Photo Prop Stops
- The NEW Animal Barn
- Wagon Rides
- Pingle’s Playland
- Live Music (on weekends)
- Specialty Foods and drinks (on weekends extra $)
- Market and Bakery (extra $)
- Option to upgrade your experience by picking-your-own bouquet or crafting one from pre-picked stems at the bloom bar (extra $)
More Info:
Visit https://pinglesfarmmarket.com for more information or to buy your tickets!
3. Maplefest
The first Saturday of May each year marks this favourite Canadian festival celebrating spring and freshly harvested Maple Syrup!
When?
- May 3rd, 2025
- 9am – 5pm
Where?
- Historic Downtown Bowmanville
What?
Free activities include:
- Check out the many local maple syrup producers and their products
- Kid friendly activities
- Tons of treats
- Shopping in a unique experience setting & more!
How Much?
- Free admission
- Free parking
- Free shuttle (park at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, 2440 Hwy 2)
More Info?
- Visit Historic Downtown Bowmanville for more info!
- @historicdowntownbowmanville
4. Youth Week Free Events
Getting our kids active and healthy one free activity at a time!
When?
- May 1st – May 7th, 2025
Where?
- Town of Ajax
What?
Free activities include:
- Drop-in Basketball
- Drop-in Mixed Media Art
- Drop-in Skateboarding Basics
- Youth Excellence Awards
How Much?
- Free!
More Info?
- On May 7th, enjoy an evening of fun, food and giveaways at each Youth Hub hosted by the Youth Engagement Advisory
- Visit https://www.ajax.ca/en/play-and-discover/youth-week.aspx for more info!
- @townofajax
5. Doors Open Oshawa
Our favourite annual event where we get a free peak at some of Oshawa’s most interesting places including heritage sites!
When?
- May 3rd, 2025
- 10am – 4pm (varies by location check website)
Where?
Visit locations throughout Oshawa including:
- 420 Wing Oshawa Inc (1000 Stevenson Rd. N.)
- Alexandra’s Bounty Garden (360 Simcoe St. N.)
- BondIst Event Centre (44 Bond St. E.)
- Camp X/Intrepid Park (2008 Boundary Rd.)
- Canadian Tank Museum (1000 Stevenson Rd. N.)
- City of Oshawa – Howden Operations Depot *NEW* (235 Howden Rd. E.)
- City of Oshawa – Parks Greenhouse (919 Farewell St.)
- Club Carib of Oshawa *NEW* (600 Wentworth St. E.)
- Colonel R.S. McLaughlin Armoury (53 Simcoe St. N.)
- Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) (1621 Simcoe St. S.)
- McLaughlin Bandshell (110 Simcoes St. S.)
- Oshawa Museum – Henry House and Guy House (1450 Simcoe St. S.)
- Oshawa Public Library – McLaughlin Branch (65 Debwewin Miikan/ Bagot St.)
- Oshawa Second Marsh & McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve (1908 Colonel Sam Dr.)
- Regent Theatre (50 King St. E.)
- The Robert McLaughlin Gallery (72 Queen St.)
- Turning the Wheel by Dani Crosby *NEW* (110 King St. W.)
What?
This province wide event comes to Oshawa annually and provides a unique opportunity to enjoy and explore some interesting places that are often hidden or closed to the public! Now’s your chance to visit your favs!
How Much?
- FREE
More Info?
- Visit Doors Open Oshawa 2025 for more information especially times each venue is available.
6. iBOUNCE at Treetop Eco-Adventure Park
Opening for it’s second season it’s time to have some bouncing fun!
When?
- Opens for the season May 3rd, 2025
Where?
- 53 Snow Ridge Ct, Oshawa
What?
- Enjoy some healthy fun bouncing and relaxing in the canopy of the trees! Slides, games, balls and more!
How Much?
- Adult $29.99 + HST
- Child $19.99 + HST
More Info?
- @treetopecoadventurepark
- Reservations required
- No Crocs
- 90 mins max
- Pro Tip – Parents bring a chair and shade
May 9th & beyond!
7. Murder Mystery at The George Stanley
When?
- May 30th
- 7pm
Where?
- The George Stanley Inn
- 217 Queen St. Port Perry, Ontario
What?
Join for an evening of secrets, suspense and socialization at the grand opening party of the George Stanley Hotel!
- Interactive Murder Mystery Event
- Meet and greet of the characters who “inhabit” the rooms at this new themed hotel
- Dress Code channel your best 1940’s attire
- Champagne Toast
- Hors D’oeuvres
- Unique Character bio
- 1940’s style music
- A chance to go behind the scenes each room and discover clues along the way!
Cost?
- $60 per person includes all of the above! Limited spots don’t miss out!
More Info?
- Visit the event site here for more info!
- @thegeorgestanley
8. Mother’s Day at Applewood Farm & Winery
When?
- May 11th, 2025
- 11am
Where?
- Applewood Farm & Winery
- 2055 Saintfield Rd, ON, Seagrave, ON
What?
- Live Music
- Enjoy a drink on the patio ($)
- Wander the pollinator meadow
- Choose from a gift option to take home ($)
- Or stop by and pick up your order on the way to moms place
3 Options to choose from:
- a stunning bouquet of special tulips and a choice a bottle of either white, red, rose or sparkling wine $40
- a stunning bouquet of special tulips and a choice a bottle of either white, red, rose or sparkling wine and add an organic soy wax candle jar. (Choose from maple moonshine, strawberry rhubarb or blueberry scents.) $60
- a stunning bouquet of special tulips and a choice a bottle of either white, red, rose or sparkling wine and add an organic soy wax candle jar. (Choose from maple moonshine, strawberry rhubarb or blueberry scents.) Add on a 6 pack of delicious butter tarts to enjoy later or on the patio $75
More Info?
- Email orders to [email protected]
- @fruitwines
9. Mother’s Day Tea at Piano Inn and Cafe
Join for a special Mother’s Day day to share special moments and delicious treats!
When?
- May 11th, 2025
- 11am or 2:30pm
Where?
- Piano Inn and Cafe
- 217 Queen St. Port Perry, ON
More Info?
- Please note unfortunately they cannot accommodate any allergies or intolerances such as gluten and celiac disease.
- Reserve your spot https://pianocafe.ca/
- @pianoinnandcafe
Afternoon Tea Menu includes:
Savory Delights:
- Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Sandwiches
- Classic Egg Salad Croissants
- Roast Beef with Horseradish Cream on Rye
Freshly Baked Scones:
- Homemade Strawberry Scones
- Herb & Garlic Scones
- *Served with clotted cream and fruit preserves
Delectable Sweets:
- Assorted Macaroons
- Homemade French Cheesecake Balls
- Mini Victoria Sponge Cakes
10. Bowmanville Farmers Market
When?
- May 16th – Oct 10th, 2025
- 9am – 2pm
Where?
- Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
- 2440 Durham Regional Hwy 2, Bowmanville, ON
What?
It’s opening day for the season and it’s going to be a party you don’t want to miss!
- Free Balloons
- Free Face Painting
- Kids entertainment tent
- A real Fire Truck to explore
- Music, treats and surprises
11. Mother’s Day Breast Health Screening Pop-Up!
When?
- Saturday, May 10th
- 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where?
- General Hospital, CIBC Breast Health Clinic (Northpine Diagnostic Imaging Department, basement floor)
What?
SHN is holding a Breast Health Screening Pop-up Day for community members. Ontarians aged 40 and up can now self refer for mammograms, which is vital for earlier detection and prevention of breast cancer. Get screened and rest easy. Event includes:
- Giveaways
- Treats and refreshments
- Mammography screening (provided by female healthcare professionals)
- Education and consult with breast imaging navigators
More Information:
- Call 416-431-8167 to book an appointment time for your mammogram on May 10.
- @cancerscreening_centraleast
12. Children’s Mothers Day Tea Party!
When?
- May 9th, 2025
- 5pm – 9pm
Where?
- S Town Club
- 1400 Bayly St Unit 13B, Pickering, ON
What?
- Meet + Greet and Story Time
- Professional photos
- Free play at S Town Club
- Pizza Dinner
How Much?
- $60 For one child and parent
- $30 for each additional sibling
More Info?
13. Career Fair!
Inclusive hiring is smart business and at this career fair you’ll meet jobseekers who are ready to work and bring fresh perspectives!
When?
- May 31st, 2025
- 11am – 3pm
Where?
- 1 Jim Flaherty St. Whitby, ON
What?
- Career Fair
More Info?
Open Registrations!
14. Belle Wood Summer Camp
- Book your summer camp experience now!
More Info:
15. Build a Birdy Buffet
When?
REGISTRATION OPENS:
- April 14th, 2025 at 10:30am
Event date:
- May 10th, 2025
Where?
- Home Depots Across Durham
Cost?
- FREE
What?
- Learn to build a birdy buffet
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