Oliver Drop-In Programs

Find drop-in programs in Oliver that you can join at the last minute with your kids. Most of these programs are free to join. Oliver offers great programs for all ages including, library time, StrongStart, playgroups, and more!Please check their websites and Facebook pages for hours of operation as these groups may change their hours. *StrongStart is only open on school days and will be closed on Pro-D days, school breaks, and holidays. Some programs do not run during spring and summer break.
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Monday
  • StrongStart (0-5 years) | Oliver Elementary | 8:30–11:30 am | Free (Sept-June*)
  • Parent & Tot Gym Time (0-5 years) | 2/3 Community Hall | 9:30-11:30 am | $6/drop-in, $1/additional child (Oct 19-Dec 14, 2026)
  • Public Skate (All ages) | Oliver & District Arena | 1:00-2:00 pm | Regular Admission (Oct 5-Dec 16, 2026)
  • Homeschool STEAM (5-12 years) | Oliver Library | 1:00-2:00 pm | Free (Sept 21-Dec 7, 2026; Cancelled Oct 12)
  • Builder’s Club BINGO (5-12 years) | Oliver Library | 2:00-4:00 pm | Free (Sept 21-Dec 7, 2026; Cancelled Oct 12)
Tuesday
  • StrongStart (0-5 years) | Oliver Elementary | 8:30–11:30 am | Free (Sept-June*)
Wednesday
  • StrongStart (0-5 years) | Oliver Elementary | 8:30–11:30 am | Free (Sept-June*)
  • Public Skate (All ages) | Oliver & District Arena | 1:00-2:00 pm | Regular Admission (Oct 5-Dec 16, 2026)
Thursday
  • StrongStart (0-5 years) | Oliver Elementary | 8:30–11:30 am | Free (Sept-June*)
  • Parent & Tot Drop-In Skating (0-5 years) | Oliver & District Arena | 9:15-10:15 am | $2.50/perticipant (Nov 12-Dec 17, 2026)
Friday
  • StrongStart (0-5 years) | Oliver Elementary | 8:30–11:30 am | Free (Sept-June*)
  • Preschool Storytime (3-5 years) | Oliver Library | 10:15-10:45 am | Free (Sept 25-Dec 11, 2026)
  • Public Skate (All ages) | Oliver & District Arena | 11:45 am-12:45 pm | Regular Admission (Oct 9-Dec 18, 2026)
Saturday
  • STEAM Time: Preschool Playtime* (3-5 years) | Oliver Library | 10:30-12:00 pm | Free (Once a month: Oct 21 & Nov 21, 2026; *Registration Required)
  • STEAM Saturday* (3-5 years) | Oliver Library | 10:30-12:00 pm | Free (Once a month: Oct 24 & Nov 28, 2026; *Registration Required)
  • Public Skate (All ages) | Oliver & District Arena | 4:30-5:45 pm | Free (Oct 17-Dec 19, 2026)
Sunday
  • Parent & Tot Gym Time (0-5 years) | 2/3 Community Hall | 9:30-11:30 am | $6/drop-in, $1/additional child (Nov 1-Dec 13, 2026; No class Nov 29)
  • Family Shinny | Oliver & District Arena | 3:00-4:15 pm | $5.00 (Oct 4-Dec 20, 2026; No Shinny Nov 15, 29)
  • Public Skate (All ages) | Oliver & District Arena | 4:30-5:45 pm | Free (Oct 17-Dec 19, 2026)
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Oliver Library | ORL Branch

The Oliver Library is a welcoming branch of the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) system, located in Oliver. It offers a good selection of books, DVDs, audiobooks, and digital resources, along with public computers and free Wi-Fi. The library also hosts regular programs for children, teens, and adults, making it a hub for learning in town.
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5955 Main Street, Oliver
(250) 689-6655
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Oliver StrongStart - Oliver Elementary
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Oliver StrongStart – Oliver Elementary

Located at Oliver Elementary School, StrongStart is a free school-based early learning drop-in program offered on school days. Your child will have free time to play games, read books, create a craft, participate in story time where they will sing songs, and exercise during gym time (where applicable). You will complete a registration form on your first day. Please also be prepared to provide legal proof of identification for your child.
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809 School Avenue, Oliver
(250) 498-3468
Sept-June
Mon-Fri: 8:30 am-11:30 am
Free
0-5 years
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