The Carleton Place Recreation & Culture Department is pleased to offer a variety of programs and special events for residents of all ages and abilities. Below you will find the current programs that are being offered by the Department and their locations. Should you have an interest in joining the team to offer your talents, or would like to suggest a program idea, please contact Jessica Hansen, Commmunity Development Coordinator: jhansen@carletonplace.ca / 613-257-1704.
Carambeck Community Centre Programming- 351 Bridge Street
Infant Feeding Clinic: Every Wednesday: pre-registration is required. Please visit https://healthunit.org/clinics-classes/infant-feeding-clinic/ for more information. The last day for this program before the summer break will be Wednesday, June 25th, 2025. The program will resume on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025.
Indoor Walking: This program is taking a break for the summer months.
Drop-In Basketball: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00pm – 3:15pm. There is no fee for this program, all are welcome.
For further information on the Recreation & Culture Department’s programming and services, please visit our Facebook page
For information on the Carleton Place Before and After School Program, please visit: http://www.cpchildcare.ca/ or call (613) 257-1625.
Upcoming Community Events & Programs
Pitch-In 2025
Residents of the Town of Carleton Place are invited to Pitch-In to help tidy up our neighbourhood parks and trails. Participants will be supplied with bags and disposable gloves to assist with the task. Filled bags can be left at the nearest garbage can at a park or trail, and Recreation and Culture Department staff will pick them up.
While Saturday, April 26th has been designated as “Pitch-In Day”, you are welcome to complete your clean up anytime between April 21st to the 27th.
We would love to see photos of your team and filled bags as well!
Register with Jessica Hansen: jhansen@carletonplace.ca | 613-257-1704
Canada Day in Riverside Park – July 1st, 2025 – 12:30 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Spend Canada Day along the Mississippi River as we celebrate with a fun-filled day of live entertainment, family activities, vendors, and a beautiful fireworks display beginning at 9:45 p.m. This event is free of charge thanks to the support of several generous local businesses and organizations.
Movies in the Park – At Carleton Junction – Multiple Dates This Summer
The Town of Carleton Place is pleased to present a summer of fun, including Outdoor Movies at Carleton Junction (42 Moore Street)! Bring a lawn chair or comfortable blanket, and don’t forget your snacks!
*This year’s line-up includes:
Saturday, May 31st – “Moana 2” Showtime 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 26th – “Mufasa” Showtime 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 16th – “Bolt” Showtime 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 20th -Title: To Be Confirmed Showtime 7:00 p.m.
Neighbourhood Park Parties
What is a Park Party? Park Parties are an opportunity for neighbourhoods to unite, connect with one another, and discover the parks in our town. These events are completely free, and everyone is welcome!
Residents are invited to nominate their neighbourhood park to be selected as a Park Party location for 2025! The Town of Carleton Place will be selecting four (4) neighbourhood parks to be included in this year’s Park Party program.
The Town of Carleton Place will assist in bringing amenities such as: yard games, speaker system, plastic tables, tents (pending availability.) Nominators will be requested to assist in supporting this event by encouraging neighbourhood volunteers, and assisting at the event.
While nominating your neighbourhood park, we invite you to share how you and/or your neighbourhood would like to enhance your Park Party! Grants of up to $200.00 can be provided to each Park Party to allow for the enhancement of additional activities. This could include: a snack for the neighbours, a performer fee for live entertainment, balloons and bubbles for the kids, and more!
For more information, please contact Jessica Hansen – Community Development Coordinator: jhansen@carletonplace.ca | 613-257-1704