Events in Whitby, ON
244 upcoming events in Whitby, Durham Region | Updated daily
See what's happening in Whitby - from downtown Brooklin and Whitby festivals to library programs, markets, arts events and family activities in the heart of Durham Region.
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Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Songwriting Made Simple: Idea Generation
Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Central Afternoon Adult Book Club: James: a Novel
Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Songwriting Made Simple: Turning Ideas Into Lyrics
Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ontario Tech Coding Workshop
Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Central Evening Adult Book Club: Cue the Sun
Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Songwriting Made Simple: Finding the Chords and Recording the Demo
Whitby Public Library - Central Library · 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Brooklin Book Club: Liberty Street
Whitby Public Library - Brooklin Branch · 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Whitby this weekend?
Whitby weekends span downtown Whitby and the community of Brooklin. Whitby Public Library runs weekend programs at its Central Library, Brooklin Branch and Rossland Branch - storytimes, crafts, clubs and hands-on challenges. Whitby Courthouse Theatre stages community productions through its season, with evening and matinee performances. The Town of Whitby lists heritage programs such as History in the Park at Lynde House Museum, along with seasonal celebrations, and Lynde Shores Conservation Area by the lake hosts nature programs run by Central Lake Ontario Conservation. Durham Happening updates Whitby listings regularly - use the 'This Weekend' filter on this page to see confirmed Saturday and Sunday events, or narrow by a category such as Family & Kids or Arts & Culture. Library programs are generally free; theatre performances are ticketed.
Where can I find free events in Whitby?
Free events in Whitby are concentrated at its three library locations and in town-run programming. Whitby Public Library offers no-cost storytimes, toddler programs, crafts, book clubs, teen activities and newcomer sessions at the Central Library, Brooklin Branch and Rossland Branch, with something on most days of the week. The Town of Whitby lists free community events and heritage programs, and Central Lake Ontario Conservation runs occasional free outdoor events such as community plantings. Some free programs still ask you to register because space is limited. Select the 'Free Events' filter at the top of this page to see every no-cost Whitby listing, each checked against the organizer's own posting. New listings arrive as the library and town publish them, so checking back weekly is the easiest way to catch them.
What are the most popular types of events in Whitby?
Whitby's most common listings are library programs for children and families, which run every week across its three locations. Toddler Time, storytimes and craft sessions fill the calendar, alongside teen clubs and adult groups. Arts and culture come next: Whitby Courthouse Theatre produces a full season of plays and musicals, and heritage events at Lynde House Museum draw history fans. The Town of Whitby adds seasonal celebrations and community events in both downtown Whitby and Brooklin, while conservation programs at Lynde Shores bring people outdoors. Browse the category chips on this page to explore each type of event - Family & Kids and Arts & Culture usually carry the most upcoming Whitby listings on Durham Happening.
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