Things to Do in Newmarket with Kids

Newmarket suits a small family outing without a long drive between stops. Fairy Lake Park has 13.4 hectares around the water, Riverwalk Commons has a seasonal rink, and the library on Park Avenue is a free indoor stop with parking. Family events from our calendar appear below this list.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026 by the York Happening editorial team.

Winter plan

Riverwalk Commons has a seasonal rink. Check the Town page for ice conditions, then use the library at 438 Park Avenue as your indoor stop.

Upcoming events

From the York Happening events calendar, updated daily.

FRI 13

Baby Art: Salt Dough Ornaments

Newmarket Public Library · 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Free
SAT 14

Chess For Kids

Newmarket Public Library · 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Free
SAT 14

Repair Thread: Sewing & Textile Repair

Newmarket Public Library · 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Free
MON 16

Homeschool Hangout

Newmarket Public Library · 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Free
TUE 17

One-on-One Newcomer Settlement Support Services

Newmarket Public Library · 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Free
TUE 17

Ontario Disability Support Program - Drop In

Newmarket Public Library · 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Free
TUE 17

Read and Wiggle: Babytime

Newmarket Public Library · 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Free
TUE 17

Newmarket Library @ Magna Centre

Newmarket Public Library · 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Free
TUE 17

Reading Buddies

Newmarket Public Library · 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Free
TUE 17

YA Pride Club

Newmarket Public Library · 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Free
WED 18
Free
WED 18

Move and Groove at Magna

Newmarket Public Library · 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Free

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