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Credit: Parkwood National Historic Site
Plan a date at the location of blockbuster films X-Men and Billy Madison, see collections Canadian-built and Canadian-owned automobiles, or Canada’s largest collection of operational military vehicles at the museums and historic sites and have family fun at the many indoor arcades located in Oshawa.
If you are looking for rainy day activities, or searching for a venue to hold birthday parties, corporate events or ideas for a school field trip, you are sure to find something to suit to your taste in this list of fun indoor things to do in Oshawa.
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Things to Do Indoors in Oshawa
I. Arts & Culture
Parkwood National Historic Site
Learn about the founder of General Motors of Canada, auto baron R. Samuel McLaughlin and his family at Parkwood National Historic Site – one of Canada’s oldest and last remaining grand estates. Take a guided tour and experience the estate as guests of the McLaughlin Family once did as you wander through luxurious interiors and learn about the nationally significant architecture and original furnishings, artwork and artifacts. This historic site was also the location of various movies and films – like Murdoc Mysteries, Anne of Green Gables, X-Men, Amelia and Twiches Too. Details
Address:270 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa
Phone Number: (905) 433-4311
June 1-Labour Day: 7 days a week – 10:30am-5:00pm
Labour Day-June 1: Tuesday-Sunday – 1:30pm-4:00pm
Canadian Automotive Museum
Discover the world’s most significant collection of Canadian cars. You can see a large number of Canadian-built and Canadian-owned automobiles, including both rare and early models. Your toddler will be delighted to see Lighting McQueen! Details
Address: 99 Simcoe St. South Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4G7 Canada
Phone Number: 905-576-1222
Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m to 04:30 p.m
Saturday 10:00 a.m to 04:00 p.m
Sunday (March to October) 10:00 a.m to 04:00 p.m
Closed on Sundays November to February and Ontario Statutory Holidays.
Open Family Day, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Visit this public art museum located in Oshawa’s civic centre and explore its a collection of over 4,500 works, and five galleries of changing contemporary and historical exhibitions. You can also join for fun programs and family event held periodically at the museum. Details
Address: 72 Queen Street Civic Centre Oshawa
Phone Number: 905 576 3000
Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m to 05:00 p.m
Thursday 10:00 a.m to 09:00 p.m
Saturday 10:00 a.m to 04:00 p.m
Sunday 12:00 p.m to 04:00 p.m
Oshawa Museum
Re-discover Oshawa’s history with a visit to the Oshawa Museum. Managed by the Oshawa Historical Society, the museum tells the story of Oshawa from Indigenous inhabitants to present day through engaging events, inspiring exhibits, and an immense collection of archival materials. Details
Address: 1450 Simcoe Street South, Lakeview Park Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8S8
Phone Number: 905 436 7624
Tuesday to Friday 08:00 a.m to 04:00 p.m
Sunday 12:00 p.m to 04:00 p.m
July and August
Monday to Friday 08:00 a.m to 04:00 p.m
Saturday & Sunday 12:00 to 04:00 p.m
The Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum
Get up-close with Canada’s largest collection of operational military vehicles at Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum. Details
Oshawa Municipal Airport (South Field)
1000 Stevenson Rd N, Oshawa
Phone Number: 905.728.6199
Summer season:
Seven Days a Week 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., closed on select holidays.
Winter season:Wednesday & Saturday: 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Oshawa Little Theatre
Enjoy live theatre performances year round. Details
Address: 62 Russett Ave, Oshawa, ON L1G 3R5, Canada
Phone Number: 905-723-0282
Regent Theatre
This theatre that was constructed in 1919 by Norman McLeod Ltd is the venue to take-in concerts by touring artists and live performances year round. Details
Address: 50 King St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 1B3, Canada
Phone Number: 905-721-3399
Tribute Communities Centre
Cheer Oshawa home team- Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League at Durham Region’s premier Sports and Entertainment Facility. Details
Explore Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame that is housed here. The 3600 square foot Museum showcases artifacts, memorabilia and photographs that depicts achievements of Oshawa individuals and teams who have attained prominence and distinction in sports. Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame that is open on Wednesdays: 11am – 2pm and during every Oshawa Generals home game
Address: 99 Athol St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 1J8, Canada
Phone Number: 905-438-8811
II. Arcades & Other Indoor Adventures
Escape Rooms in Oshawa
If you want to join-in for escape room adventures where you are required to decipher clues and get out of the locked room within the designated time, then roundup your friends or family members and head to these two locations.
- Break Out Zone Escape Room Games Details
83 Centre St S, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4A1, Canada
Phone Number: 289 992 7330 - Oshawa Escape Rooms Inc Details
461 Park Rd S | Park Lane Plaza, Oshawa
Phone Number: 289 240 4731
Neb’s Fun World
Try cosmic bowling or old fashioned arcade game, indoor Go-Karts on a 700 ft racetrack, virtual reality games, bumper cars or take your young kids to the play structure. Details
Address: 1300 Wilson Rd N Oshawa ON, L1K 2B8
Phone Number: 905 723 2631
Leisure Lanes
Enjoy 10 pin bowling at this 48 lane bowling place that also feature a game room, lounge, bar with pool tables and dart boards. Details
Address: 728 Champlain Ave, Oshawa
Phone Number: 905 579 4411
Archery 2 You
Try axe throwing, learn archery through lessons, experience the thrill of playing archery tag and a chance to practice your developing skills with time on the archery range. Details
Address: 60 Celina St, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 4N2, Canada
Phone Number: 905 410 7959
Firearms Experience Canada
Try your hand at shooting at this simulated firearms range. Tap into your inner SWAT ninja, Spec Ops sniper and enjoy an action-packed, realistic shooting experience. Details
Address: 385 Bloor St W | Unit 4, Oshawa, Ontario L1J 5Y5, Canada
Phone Number: 647 896 4513
Virtual Sting
Try virtual reality based games and other experiences. Details
Address: 419 King St W #4045, Oshawa
Phone Number: 905 240 8111
Ceramics Canada
Choose from ceramic or pottery painting, glass fusing, or building with clay and enjoy a creative outing with the whole family.
Address: 100 Bloor St E, Unit 3, Oshawa
Phone Number: 905 728 6939
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The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm and Thursdays from 10am to 9pm.
Oshawa Escape Rooms is closed.
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