Family Day 2013 North of Toronto
Family Day in Ontario falls on the 3rd Monday in February and is an official public holiday (holiday long weekend) set out by the Province of Ontario on Monday February 18, 2013. Family Day coincides with Canada Heritage Day, and Ontario Heritage week. Both Saskatchewan and Alberta join Ontario and celebrate Family Day as a public holiday.
Winter Fun For Families
Family Day activities in 2013 take place over the Friday February 15 through until Monday February 18, and is a launch to Ontario Heritage week activities, and coincides with Canada's Heritage Day. Get a feeling for the possibilities for a family day outing with Family Day Photo Gallery. See family day activities in the following resort destinations north of Toronto.
Ontario Wide | Alliston Area | Algonquin Highlands | Barrie Area | Barry's Bay Area | Blue Mountain / Collingwood Area | Eastern Ontario | Haliburton Area | Jackson's Point Area | Kawarthas Area | Midland-Penetang Area | Muskoka Area | Northern Ontario | Owen Sound Area | Wasaga Beach Area | Woodview Area
Last Minute Activities and Ideas are listed by area and region below:
Ontario 2013 Ontario Family Ice Fishing Weekend
This year Family Fishing Weekend is February 16-18, 2013 (12:01 a.m. Saturday to 11:59 p.m. Monday) is designated as OFFW license-free fishing days. During all other periods, most Canadian residents between the ages of 18 and 64 years must purchase an OUTDOORS card and a fishing license to legally fish in Ontario.See Ice fishing Getaways for overnight accommodation packages. See Ice fishing tournaments and derbies.
Backyard Bird Count Family Day Weekend
The annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is coming up on the February 15-18 long weekend on Canada Heritage Day and Family Day Weekend in Ontario. The four-day event is free and is open to bird watchers of all ages and skill levels. Participants watch birds for any length of time on one or more days of the count and enter their tallies. The GBBC is a joint North American project of the National Audubon Society and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology with Canadian partner Bird Studies Canada. A good place to count birds is the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre in Midland Ontario.
Downhill and Cross Country Skiing during the Family Day Long Weekend
Algonquin Highlands Trails
Frost Centre Ski & Snowshoe Trails, 20130 Hwy 35 12km south of the Town of Dorset.
Cross country Ski or Snowshoe on 26km of groomed and trackset trails .
~ $30/person+tx includes skis, boots, poles, snowshoes and trail passes for the day (A $53 value!).
Hardwood Ski & Bike, Oro Station
Margaritaville - Feburary 17
Margaritaville is A mid-winter celebration with a DJ, food & drink on trail so if you can't go south, come north to the beach & ski..
Scenic Caves Nordic Centre, Blue Mountains-Collingwood
Cross country ski and snowshoe trails meandering through a quiet forest of sugar maples, beeches and oaks high atop the Niagara Escarpment
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike, Haliburton
Family Day
Monday February 18, 2013
Make this day a Family Holiday Tradition, Deck BBQ.
Snow Valley Resort, Barrie
Saturday, February 16, 2013 U12 Race
Wye Marsh, Midland
Families can ski, snowshoe or hike the trails and boardwalk
Alliston
Nottawasaga Inn Resort
Have the most fun this Family Day at the Nottawasaga Resort. Book a two night stay in a deluxe resort room from February 15 - 17, 2013 on the Passport to Play promotion and receive admission for up to two children to our popular pay-as-you go programs for FREE! That's up to $60 in value!
Algonquin Highlands
Township of Algonquin Highlands Trail Department
Frost Centre Ski & Snowshoe Trails
Family Day Weekend
February 16-18, 2013
Cross country Ski on 26km of groomed and trackset trails for the morning, take a break or eat lunch by the woodstove in the historic towermans cabin and then head out for an afternoon of snowshoeing on 11km of backcountry snowshoe trails overlooking beautiful St. Nora Lake.
~ $30/person+tx includes skis, boots, poles, snowshoes and trail passes for the day (A $53 value!).
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Algonquin area
Barrie Area
MacLaren Art Centre
Family Day at the MacLaren
Monday, February 18 Open 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Bring the whole family to the MacLaren on Family Day! Join the Family Day Workshop (1:30 pm to 3:00 pm) for an art-making extravaganza! Stay warm by the fire with a delicious cup of hot chocolate or enjoy yummy gourmet cookies from the Radio Café. Admission $5 per child/ free for Family Membership holders.
Family Day at the Tiffin Centre!
Family Day - Monday, February 18th - enjoying outdoor activities at the Tiffin Centre for Conservation. Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Activities: There will be lots to do for both adults and kids. Take a nature walk and enjoy bird watching or hunt for animal tracks. Bring your skates and helmet and take a spin on the pond, or explore our trails with your own cross-country skis. Borrow a GPS unit and do some geocaching. Try our snowshoes and kicksleds for some more traditional winter fun. Adopt a maple syrup bucket and learn more about the Tiffin Centre's eco-friendly maple syrup operation. Warm up at the bonfire with hotdogs and hot chocolate. Some activities are subject to change depending on the weather, but there is certain to be lots of fun.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Barrie, ON, Barrie hotels on-line
Families love Springwater Provincial Park near Barrie.
A 1.5 km trail winds through the park’s wildlife compound where visitors can view some captive Ontario animals such as deer, wolves and a bobcat which would be unable to survive in the wild on their own...also, bears, wolves, owls and swans. Springwater has several picnic shelters that can be rented for the day, groomed cross-country ski trails and a designated snowshoe trail. Heated washrooms are also available. More Barrie Information, More Ontario Parks Information for Family Day. Book Family Weekend Getaways
Family Day Fun at the Simcoe County Museum
Minesing. Family Day Fun at the Simcoe County Museum!
February 18th, 2013 Spend Family Day at the Simcoe County Museum and enjoy traditional indoor and outdoor winter activities including snowshoeing, tobogganing, and family favourite board games. Test your navigational skills in an exercise combining snowshoeing and orienteering. The Really Big Shoe will have your family racing together as you snowshoe through the Museum grounds searching for pieces to complete a puzzle in the fastest possible time. Simcoe County Museum is owned and operated by the County of Simcoe and offers year round exhibits, events and educational programs for visitors of every age.
These activities are all included with the cost of regular Museum Admission. Highway 26, minutes north of Barrie. For more information, please phone 705-728-3721.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Barrie, ON, Barrie hotels on-line
Barry's Bay Area
Barry's Bay Timberfest
Barry's BayFebruary 14-17, 2013
A fun filled family weekend celebrating logging and the timbering heritage of the Madawaska Valley in Barry's Bay, Wilno and Combermere.
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Barry’s Bay, ON
Blue Mountain / Collingwood Area
Tyrolean Village Resorts, Blue Mountains
Family Day Weekend. (3 nights)
February 15-18 add $500 to the Weekend. price.
Blue Mountain Village
February 16-18
There’s no better way to spend Family Day Weekend than at Blue Mountain Village! With something for everyone including Skating on the Mill Pond, The Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster, Horse & Wagon rides, Interactive Drumming Shows, Birds in Flight, Guided Snowshoeing Tours, Scavenger Hunts, Firedance Shows & Fireworks!
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Collingwood, ON
Blue Mountain Chalets - Villa Rossa
Three chalets located at the base of Blue Mountain. Each 7 bedroom chalet sleeps 17 people. You can accommodate up to 50 people all together in 3 chalets under one roof. Get the family together and enjoy the walking distance to the ski hills, the sundeck with a view of the slopes, gas fireplace, cable tv, spacious living area, plenty of ski storage
space and a full kitchen
Family Day Long Weekend $1,200 each chalet
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Collingwood, ON
Scenic Caves Nordic Centre
Ski 3 Nordic Centres
Your passport to cross country skiing in the Georgian Triangle!
3 days of fun, 3 nordic centres - Highlands Nordic, Wasaga Nordic, Scenic Caves Nordic - Ski all 3 nordic facilities with one passport, only $35!
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Collingwood, ON
Eastern Ontario
Winterlude
Ottawa
February 1-18 2013
Come to Winterlude, where three fun-filled weekends of excitement and activity await the whole family! From glittering ice carvings and majestic snow sculptures to the world’s largest skating rink, a gigantic snow playground and explosive shows under the winter sky, Winterlude is a great way to celebrate and enjoy the winter season.
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Ottawa, ON, Ottawa hotels on-line
Haliburton Area
Haliburton Frostfest
February 16, 2013
Celebrate winter in the Haliburton Highlands This is a weekend packed with events for all ages, including: 9th Annual Haliburton Highlands Dogsled Derby, Ice Slide, Snowmobile Scavenger Hunt, Outdoor movie,Giant Bonfire.
Stay at Resorts, Inn, Hotels Haliburton, ON Haliburton Hotels on-line
More information on the Haliburton Highlands Destination
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike
Family Day - Make this day a Family Holiday
Monday February 18, 2013
Holiday tradition, Deck BBQ, Olympic Obstacle Race
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, ON
Cardinal Pines Cottage
Family Day Long Weekend 2013
2,700 sq. ft. vacation home has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and was newly renovated in 2008. Miles of hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, ATV trails and more.
• $ 1,350.00 per 3 day weekend includes 13% HST, plus $ 50.00 admin fees
Sandhaven Cottage
Family Day Long Weekend 2013
1,900 sq. ft. vacation home has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and new 1,200 sq. ft. cedar deck with Hot Tub for your relaxation. Miles of hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, ATV trails and more.
• $ 1,350.00 per 3 day weekend includes 13% HST, plus $ 50.00 admin fees
Jackson's Point Area
Briars Resort & Spa
Special Family Day Weekend, Feb 15-18: in addition to our dinner à la carte menu, we will offer a special Valentine's menu, as well as the additional entertainment and activities.
Kawarthas Area
Pine Vista Resort, Lakefield
Wondering what to do with the kids on Family Day Weekend? We are offering a safe, fun filled Family Day package perfect for all ages. Enjoy 3 nights in a cottage or resort townhouse with fully equipped kitchen, 4 pc bath with whirlpool bath, TV/DVD, wood fireplace and deck with BBQ. The whole family can be enjoying our "hot tub under the stars", indoor hot tub, games and fitness rooms, go cross country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, tobogganing, and hiking. From $535/Family of Four & $675/Family of Six based on 3 nights for a family of four.
Family Day Package available February 15-18
Irwin Inn, Lakefield
“Family day” at Irwin Inn is a time for fun and relaxation. You start your 2 or 3 night adventure upon arrival with hot chocolate and cookies for the family. Family day means doing things together and at Irwin Inn, we have lots of activities for the whole family. Priced from $275 per adult for two nights and from $350 per adult for three nights.Children to 12 years, stay free. (maximum 2 children)
Midland-Penetang Area
Penetanguishene Winterama
Penetanguishene
February 15-17, 2013
Join us for one of Ontario’s longest running, community winter celebrations as Penetanguishene Winterama, Ontario’s oldest winter carnival, celebrates it's 65th anniversary February 15-17 2013
Affordable fun for the whole family!
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Penetanguishene, ON
Beachview Cottage
Beachview Cottage boasts over 3,200 Square Feet of Above Group Living Space. The huge Cottage has 6 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3 family rooms, games room and children's toy area. Located within 5 Minutes of Balm Beach. 20 Minutes to Wasaga and 35 Minutes to Collingwood and 9 km from Midland/Penetanguishene Ontario. This cottage is less than 1.5 hours from Toronto. Family Day weekend is $1,600.00 for the 4 nights.
Tranquility on Georgian Bay
Our Beautiful Cottage is truly minutes away from some of the best Cross Country Skiing available in the Midland/Penetanghuinese area. Awenda Provincial Park is renowned for it's great trails and with an outstanding location. We are also 30 minutes from Horseshoe Valley and Snow Valley. Ask about our Family Day Weekend Package.
Wye Marsh, Midland
Any idea how you will spend your Family Day? Get started by putting away the board games... this February 18th make your Family Day a special one at the Wye Marsh! Families can ski, snowshoe or hike the trails and boardwalk. See the bird show at 1pm and help roast and eat bannoque between 11 and 2.
stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON, Midland hotels on-line
Muskoka Area
Norsemen Walker Lake Resort, Huntsville
Free Family Day Weekend Snowmobile Permit
The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) is celebrating Ontario's Family Day Long Weekend with a free "Try Our Trails Permit". To get the permit register online with the the OFSC Try Our Trails Info Sheet, complete the Try Our Trails Permit form and print it out.
Sherwood Inn, Port Carling
Family Day Weekend Special
On Family Day weekend pack your long johns and get suited up for a Muskoka weekend you won’t soon forget! Book your family day package and receive daily ice fishing, accommodations at the Inn, and a nightly $50 dinner credit to be used in the Vintages dining room.
Bayview Wildwood Resort, Severn Bridge
Family Day Holiday
Feb 15-18, 2013
Three night getaway includes 6 meals and 2 kids stay free. From $419 per person
Two night getaway includes 4 meals and 2 kids stay free. From $299 per person
Deerhurst Resort, Huntsville
Family Day Holiday Weekend
February 15-18, 2013
Deerhurst Resort has established itself as one of the best places for families to stay during this special long weekend. Chill out together and celebrate the snow with a full weekend of fun in Muskoka’s winter wonderland – including skating on classic pond rinks, dog-sledding, sleigh rides and more
Northern Ontario
Tornado's Canadian Resorts, Port Loring
Family Day Weekend
February 16-18, 2013
$395 plus tax Our Family Weekend Special includes 2 nights accommodation for 2 adults in one of our cozy Settler’s Lodge rooms. It also includes a 3 course dinner on Saturday, breakfast, lunch and a 3 course dinner on Sunday and breakfast on Monday.
Voyageur Winter Carnival
Thunder Bay
February 16-18, 2013
Join in an exciting celebration of winter! Snowsculpture & snowman making contests! Sleigh & dog sled ride
Thunder Bay Hotels on-line
Kirkland Lake Winter Carnival
Kirkland Lake
February 14- March 3, 2013
The Winter Carnival is a community event focused on children events. Highlights include the Mush for Gold Dog Sled Races and the Annual National CSRA Canadian Snowcross Championship Event.
Kirkland Lake Hotels on-line
Owen Sound Area
Lupercalia Winter Multi-Arts Festival
Owen Sound, ON
February 15-16, 2013
Lupercalia is an annual winter multi-arts festival, which takes place in over two dozen venues in the core of Downtown Owen Sound, featuring over 100 performers and exhibitors from near and far.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Owen Sound, ON
Wasaga Beach Area
Snowman Mania
Wasaga Beach
February 15-18, 2013
Four days of affordable family fun. Activities include: Chili Cook-off, Bingo, Live Entertainment, Pancake Breakfast, Skating, Nordic Skiing, Tobaggaing, and Fireworks
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Wasaga Beach,
Woodview
Viamede
Family Day Weekend - Feb 15 - 18, 2013
Join us for a weekend full of good food and fun activities. Starting at $650 per Family (2 adults and 2 Children under 12yrs)
Overnight accommodation can be found Ontario Hotels, or by looking
at Ontario Resort Family
Getaways
Canada Family Day
Family Day coincides with Canada Heritage Day, and Ontario Heritage week. Both Saskatchewan and Alberta join Ontario and celebrate Family Day as a public holiday. See Canada Family Day 2013 |
Family Day Ontario begins "Ontario Heritage Week"
Travel North of Toronto Ontario Canada...... The new Ontario Family Day coincides with one of the busiest winter carnival and fun festival event months in Ontario. The Monday holiday; the third Monday of February coincides with, the beginning of Ontario Heritage Week, plus Ontario Events during Heritage Week. The Ontario Heritage Trust has chosen the theme of “Defending a nation” to celebrate Heritage Week 2012. (Commemorate 2012 as the bicentennial anniversary of the War of 1812) Canadian culture sports & recreation combine with a family getaway vacation, or a romantic heritage getaway weekend.
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