Bringing the fun to a park near you!
Our Neighbourhood Block Box is a travelling trailer full of free summer fun. We'll be rolling into parks all summer long, bringing hands-on games and activities directly to the Orangeville community.
It's a great way to enjoy our local parks, meet your neighbours, and keep the kids having a blast.
We're building community, one block at a time.
Kids and families can enjoy:
- arts and crafts
- games and activities
- sports gear
- special events
- and more!
Questions about the Block Box? Send us an email at [email protected]
Summer 2026 park schedule
Block Box hours may be different from one week to the next. Our programs pause between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. for lunch and 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. for dinner. Activities do not run on Mondays. Check out the activity schedule for full details.
- July 1: Visit the Block Box at the Canada Day event at Alder Recreation Centre (12 to 5 p.m.)
- July 2 - 5: Harvey Curry Park - 30 Lawrence Avenue
- July 7 - 12: Kin Family Park - 485 College Avenue
- July 14 - 19: Rebecca Hills Park - 280 Howard Crescent
- July 21 - 26: Parkinson Crescent Park - 90 Parkinson Crescent
- July 28 - August 2: Harvey Curry Park - 30 Lawrence Avenue
- August 4 - 9: Ed Brennan Park - 30 Oak Ridge Drive
- August 11 - 16: Mother Teresa Park - 328 Lewis Drive
- August 18 - 23: Parkinson Crescent Park - 90 Parkinson Crescent
- August 25 - 30: Rebecca Hills Park - 280 Howard Crescent
- September 1 - 4: Harvey Curry Park - 30 Lawrence Avenue
Please note: Our park schedule may change. Remember to confirm our location before heading out to your favourite park to see us! Follow us on Instagram @orangevillerec or Facebook @OrangevilleRecreation
Activity schedule
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Tuesday, July 7: Kin Family Park |
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Parent and child programming:
Building bonds:
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Sport and ball sign-out:
Backyard games:
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Art in the park - art on wheels theme:
6:30 to 9 p.m.Adult programming:
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Wednesday, July 8: Kin Family Park |
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Art in the park - Picasso painting theme:
Music in the park:
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Backyard games - golf galore:
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Sport and ball sign-out - baseball mix-up:
6:30 to 9 p.m.Teen programming:
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Thursday, July 9: Kin Family Park |
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Building bonds:
Tiny tots sports:
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Sport and ball sign-out:
Art in the park:
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Backyard games:
6:30 to 9 p.m.Adult programming:
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Friday, July 10: Kin Family Park |
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Art in the park - boardgame theme:
Summer boardgames:
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Science in the park - soft and squishy theme:
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Sport and ball sign-out:
6:30 to 9 p.m.Family and dog programming:
(dogs must be on a leash at all times, held by a responsible adult) |
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Saturday, July 11: Kin Family Park |
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Teddy bear picnic theme! Art in the park:
Backyard games:
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Sunday, July 12: Kin Family Park |
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Backyard games:
Summer boardgames:
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Frequently asked questions
| Can I bring my dog to the Block Box? |
| Well behaved dogs on a leash held by an adult are welcome at the Block Box. If another participant requests space from your dog, please oblige as this is a community program intended first and foremost for Orangeville residents (of the human variety). As always, please pick up after your pet. |
| Can I take program materials home for my friends and family? |
| No. Program materials are intended for community members who are present at the Block Box. |
| Can kids attend the Block Box without a parent or guardian? |
| Children under 10 must be supervised by a parent or guardian over the age of 14. Program Leaders will provide a reasonable level of care, however will not be solely responsible for the supervision of any child. Participants may come to the program and leave at their leisure. Parent/guardians must be aware of the whereabouts of their child at all times. |
| I run a home day care, can I bring the kids in my care to the Block Box? |
| The Block Box welcomes all Orangeville residents, including those in care at home day cares. Please note that staff are not here to supervise the kids as this remains the responsibility of the day care provider. Please be mindful of community participation at the program, allotment of program materials, and staff efforts to include a wide variety of program-goers. |
| Are there washroom facilities at the Block Box locations? |
| Yes. Some locations have washroom facilities on site. Those that do not, have a portable bathroom unit available for use during program times. |
| What do I do if I see vandalism at the Block Box? |
| Please call the Recreation line at 519-940-9092 or email [email protected] |
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