Drop-in Programs

The City of Burlington offers variety of drop-in programs for all ages, including 55+ activities, family and youth, water exercise, skating, and more. Each activity page provides details to help you plan your visit.

How to search for drop-in programs

You can browse programs for adults, children, youth and families, as well as swimming and aquatic fitness, skating and recreational hockey.

Use the available filters to narrow your results by things such as:

  • Activity
  • Program date
  • Day of the week
  • Location

Select a program to review its description, location, time, fee, available spaces and any other information you should know before attending.

Reserve your spot or walk-in

Many drop-in programs can be reserved online in advance.

Online registration times for upcoming drop-in programs vary for residents and non-residents, with Burlington residents receiving priority access to register. Advanced registration times for residents and non-residents can be viewed by selecting "Register" on your desired drop-in event.

Online reservations can be made until the program starts, where available.

  • Walk-ins are welcome when space is available, but admission is not guaranteed.
  • Some programs have different admission requirements.
  • Outdoor recreational and lap swims are walk-in only.

Accessible recreation

We want everyone to be able to participate in recreation. If you require support to participate, you can bring a personal support person. Support persons receive free admission when accompanying a participant, although some exceptions may apply.

Drop-in Fees, passes and memberships

Drop-in programs fees vary by activity. Check the program schedule for the current admission fee. Some recreation passes and memberships include admission to eligible drop-in programs. Review the conditions of your pass or membership to confirm what is included.

Financial assistance is available to eligible Burlington residents for certain recreation programs, passes and memberships.

Before you go

Check the program schedule before visiting a recreation facility.

The program description will provide important information such as:

  • Age requirements
  • Location and facility
  • Admission fee
  • Equipment you may need
  • Program-specific instructions or requirements

Some activities also have specific safety, supervision or equipment requirements. Review our Recreation Code of Conduct and Play Standards before participating, particularly for swimming, skating and recreational hockey.

Program schedule changes and facility closures

Program schedules may occasionally change or be cancelled because of weather, facility conditions or other circumstances.

Connect with Recreation Services

Recreation, Community and Culture customer service is available to assist you in person at recreation facility counters during program times.

Recreation customer service is also available: