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The Fort Parka splash pad is now open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.!

Join Parks Canada at The Forks this summer to play, learn and explore with Parka. Free programming will be offered every Thursday through Monday from July 2 to Sept. 4 (weather permitting).

Parka’s Sandbox – 10 am and 2 pm
Parka’s no stranger to digging in the dirt. Help her discover what secrets lie beneath our feet.

Parka Aerobics – 10:30 am and 2:30 pm

Flap your wings and stomp your paws with Parka. Staying active has never been so easy!

Parka’s Ice Cream – 1:30 pm
After visiting so many historic sites, Parka has learned the secrets of ice cream’s origins. Help her make and sample this tasty treat!






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