Parks and Play

Parks, playgrounds and green spaces for all ages.

November 2026

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Generic photo (man doing trick at skateboard park during sunset), not Parc de la Ribambelle Skatepark itself (photo: Robson Hatsukami Morgan, Unsplash)

Parc de la Ribambelle Skatepark (seasonal, Beauport)

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A free neighbourhood skatepark at Parc de la Ribambelle in Beauport, for skateboards, BMX bikes and scooters. Wearing a helmet and pads is strongly recommended. Free and open to everyone, every day from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., May to October.

Outdoor
Generic photo (aerial view of man riding skateboard), not Parc Cambert Skatepark itself (photo: Alexander Londoño, Unsplash)

Parc Cambert Skatepark (seasonal, Beauport)

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A free neighbourhood skatepark at Parc Cambert in Beauport, for skateboards, BMX bikes and scooters. Wearing a helmet and pads is strongly recommended. Free and open to everyone, every day from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., May to October.

Outdoor
Freeyo illustration of people walking dogs on park paths, not Bruce Pit Off-Leash Dog Area (Greenbelt, Nepean) itself

Bruce Pit Off-Leash Dog Area (Greenbelt, Nepean)

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One of only two NCC off leash dog areas in the Greenbelt, in the Stony Swamp sector, where dogs can run freely all year round. In winter it is one of the few Greenbelt spots open to dogs, since they are not allowed on natural trails then. Free to use, with free parking and an outhouse at NCC lot P12; keep dogs leashed in the parking lot. The same lot also serves the Bruce Pit toboggan hill.

Dog Friendly Outdoor Parking Available Winter Activity
Generic photo (a child stacking colourful picture blocks), not the Rosemount Library family playtime itself (photo: Markus Spiske, Unsplash)

Free Let's Play at the Library, Saturday family playtime (Rosemount Library)

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Little ones and their grown ups can meet other families and play with all the library's toys at the Rosemount branch of the Ottawa Public Library in Hintonburg. It is a cheerful, unstructured morning that is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Saturdays from November 7 to December 12, 2026, 10:00 to 11:30 AM, on the ground floor. Free bilingual drop in program, no registration needed.

Saturdays, Nov 7 to Dec 12, 2026, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Free
Family Friendly Indoor
Generic photo (a lush green garden path), not Toronto Botanical Garden itself (photo: Elly M, Unsplash)

Toronto Botanical Garden (North York)

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A public garden at Lawrence Avenue East and Leslie Street, right beside Edwards Gardens, with themed display gardens to stroll through and accessible paths. Admission is free and the gardens are open from dawn to dusk; the visitor centre is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Onsite parking is paid, and dogs are not permitted (service animals welcome).

Accessible Venue Family Friendly Outdoor
Illustration: St. Andrew's Playground Off Leash Dog Area (Queen West)

St. Andrew's Playground Off Leash Dog Area (Queen West)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in St. Andrew's Playground, a busy downtown park near Adelaide and Brant Streets in the Fashion District. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor
Illustration: Thompson Street Parkette Off Leash Dog Area (Riverside)

Thompson Street Parkette Off Leash Dog Area (Riverside)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in Thompson Street Parkette, a small parkette near Broadview and Queen Street East in Riverside. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor
Illustration: Hideaway Park Off Leash Dog Area (Leslieville)

Hideaway Park Off Leash Dog Area (Leslieville)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in Hideaway Park, a small tucked away park in Leslieville. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor
Illustration: David Crombie Park Off Leash Dog Area (St. Lawrence)

David Crombie Park Off Leash Dog Area (St. Lawrence)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in David Crombie Park, a long linear park along The Esplanade in the St. Lawrence neighbourhood. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor
Illustration: Clarence Square Park Off Leash Dog Area (King and Spadina)

Clarence Square Park Off Leash Dog Area (King and Spadina)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in Clarence Square Park, a historic Victorian square with tall trees, tucked between Spadina and the King West towers. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor
Illustration: Sandy Bruce Park Off Leash Dog Area (Leaside)

Sandy Bruce Park Off Leash Dog Area (Leaside)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in Sandy Bruce Park, a small park in Leaside near Bayview Avenue. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor
Freeyo illustration of a fenced dog park with dogs playing, not Stanley Park South Off Leash Dog Area (King West) itself

Stanley Park South Off Leash Dog Area (King West)

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A City of Toronto off leash area for dogs in Stanley Park South, a downtown park near King West and Niagara Street. It is on the City's official list of off leash areas and is free to use. Keep your dog under control, pick up after it and follow the posted signs and hours.

Dog Friendly Outdoor