Beat the Heat in Oakville this Summer

When the summer sun is blazing, Oakville has plenty of refreshing ways to keep you cool. Whether you’re looking to make a splash, indulge in a sweet treat, or escape the heat in a shady spot, here are some of the best ways to beat the heat in Oakville this summer.

Dive into Summer Fun with Public Pools & Splash Pads

Oakville is home to a variety of indoor and outdoor pools, as well as more than 20 splash pads scattered throughout the community, perfect for cooling off with the whole family.

Outdoor pools to visit

• Bronte Pool | 2184 Hixon Street
• Brookdale Pool | 1215 Bridge Road
• Falgarwood Pool | 1349 Gainsborough Drive
• Lions Pool | 159 Felan Avenue
• Wedgewood Pool | 351 Cairncroft Road

During the summer months outdoor pools offer affordable drop-in rates, plus the town’s Summer Fun Pass offers a great deal for youth looking to swim all season long. You can find a list of all public pools here.

Splash Pads

You’ll find splash pads located at 24 parks across town, including at Coronation Park, Valleyridge, West Oak Trails, Wynten Way, and more. These pads offer the perfect way for young ones to play and cool off and are open to the public all season long. You can find a full list of splash pads on the town’s website here. Additionally, all are invited to the splash pads to take part in the town’s Summer Splash campaign, where families are invited to meet fire crews, check out fire trucks and learn about fire safety.

Get Out on the Water

Nothing quite beats the heat like spending time right on the lake. Oakville’s stunning shoreline and calm waters offer plenty of ways to enjoy a breezy day outdoors.

Here are just a few ways to make the most of the waterfront:

• Charterability
  • Experience free, accessible boat rides along Sixteen Mile Creek. Perfect for all ages and abilities. Learn more about them here.
• Burloak Canoe Club
  • Try canoeing, kayaking, or dragon boating at this welcoming club on the waterfront. Check out everything they offer here.
• Paddle Sport Performance
  • Rent paddleboards and explore Oakville’s shoreline from a whole new perspective. See their rentals page here.

Chill Out With a Sweet Treat from Local Ice Cream Shops

Nothing says summer like an ice cream cone in hand, and fortunately Oakville has a delicious selection of local spots to choose from.

A few honourable mentions:

• The Flavor Fox | 2464 Lakeshore Road West, Unit 5 (They also won our Talk of the Town Award for Best Ice Cream as voted on by the public!)
• Duckie’s Dairy Bar | 2340 Ontario Street
• La Dolce Vita | 22 Lakeshore Road West
• Marble Slab Creamery | 155 Lakeshore Road East
• Il Gelato di Carlotta | 312 Lakeshore Road East

Whether you’re a soft-serve fan or a gelato connoisseur, you won’t leave disappointed!

Cool Down in the Shade

Looking for a place to relax, read, or enjoy some public air conditioning?

• Oakville Public Library
  • Library branches across Oakville are designated cooling centres during heat waves. Stop by to read, work, or simply cool down indoors. Plus, you can take part in a number of programs and events they offer.
• Bronte Creek Provincial Park
  • Offering shaded trails, scenic picnic areas, and a campground, it can be the perfect spot to escape the sun under the trees. Plus, you can check out their full lineup of events here.
• Waterfront Trails & Parks
  • Staying close to the water may offer a temporary reprieve from the heat. You can enjoy the waterfront at Tannery Park, Lakeside Park, Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, and Coronation Park to escape the heat with cool breezes, shade, and stunning lake views.
• Cameron’s Brewing Company
  • Take a break from the heat and sip on a cold beer from Cameron’s Brewing, a family-run craft brewery based in Oakville. Plus, take a brewery tour, shop their merch, and enjoy a tasting of all they have to offer.

Other fun ideas include getting creative at Crack Pot Studio, catch a movie at local theatre Film.Ca Cinemas, or play all day at Dave & Busters!

Whether you’re wading through splash pads with the kids, grabbing a cone on the lakefront, relaxing in a shady park or having fun indoors, there are endless ways to enjoy summer in Oakville while staying cool. So get outside and embrace the warm sunshine while it’s here!

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