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december 27, 2022

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Escape the cold at these Ontario indoor Attractions

With Christmas behind us and most of us having some time off work you may be wondering what to do over the holidays?  Although winter is full of fun activities outdoors, let’s face it, we live in Canada and some days are just too cold to go outside and the cold isn’t for everyone.  There are many amazing attractions in Ontario to keep you busy not only over the holidays but all winter long that don’t involve snow pants.  If you’re looking for something to do with your family, friends, as a couple or flying solo we have put together a list of winter adventures to keep you busy.

Museums

article1dec272022.jpgVisit Aga Khan Museum until December 29th and watch the stunning exterior of the Aga Khan Museum come to life with mesmerizing light projections created by students at OCAD University. The London Children’s Museum has exciting winter break activities from running until Jan 8th and activities year-long that provide children and their grown-ups with extraordinary hands-on learning experiences. In Toronto, explore over fifty futuristic footwear designs at the Bata Shoe Museum or visit the ROM to celebrate Earth's annual journey around the sun featuring labyrinth drawing and the aurora borealis to star stories and the life cycle of monarch butterflies with special daily activities and programming for visitors of all ages running until Jan 8th.

Casino’s

article2dec272022.jpgOntario is full of casino’s where you can play exciting slots, table games and take in a dinner and show.  Grab tickets to Dancing with the Stars at Casino Rama in Orillia on Jan 27th. See the ballroom brought to life in this brand-new production featuring your favourite Dancing with the Stars pros, PLUS special guest stars! Book a weekend stay at Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara. Built on a cliff overlooking the world-famous Horseshoe Falls, Fallsview Casino Resort is the largest and most elegant gaming resort facility in Canada offering a world-class casino with over 3,500 slot machines and 130 gaming tables and a state-of the-art 5,000 theatre showcasing some of the hottest entertainment from around the world. In Mississauga, Great Blue Heron Casino is one of the best casinos in Ontario. Enjoy over 50 thrilling table games, over 750 exciting slot machines and great dining options too.

It’s all fun and games

article3dec272022.jpgAttention fun-seekers! From arcade and VR games to food that fuels you, Playdium, located in Whitby and in Brampton, is THE place to dream big, be bold, and play without limits. Redefine the meaning of fun with games, eats & entertainment all under one roof at the Rec Room! With Canadian-inspired cuisine, endless games, live entertainment & more, it’s the ultimate gathering place to spend time with family, celebrate an occasion or just play. Choose from 4 locations, London, Barrie, Toronto or Mississauga. GlowZone 360, the GTA’s Active Entertainment Centre, with 18-holes of Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf, Arena X Laser Tag, a large arcade and party areas at 2 incredible locations, Mississauga or Brampton. In London, The Factory, Canada's largest indoor Adventure park has something for everyone to enjoy with 70,000 sq ft of fun in the historic Kellogg’s Building. Ziplines, high ropes, trampoline park, warrior course, escape room, virtual reality, arcade & kids’ indoor playground. They literally have it all!

Activities for Kids

article4dec272022.jpgVisit Legoland the ultimate Indoor LEGO® playground with 3 million + bricks under one roof! LEGO® themed interactive & educational indoor experience for families with kids 3-10 yrs. 4D Cinema, LEGO® Rides, MINILAND®, Build & Test Zone and  Holiday Bricktacular, on until December 31st where you can snap the perfect family photo in front of a 10 ft LEGO Tree! In Newmarket, climb the walls at Of Rock and Chalk! This climbing centre is family friendly and caters to both children and adults. Programs include family climbing packages with no age restrictions and fun for the whole family. Plan a weekend getaway at Great Wolf Lodge, in Niagara where your stay includes access to a 100,000-square-foot indoor water park, arcade games, bowling, virtual reality games and other family-oriented entertainment activities. Save now with a 25% off winter discount!

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Featured Events



Niagara Ice Wine Festival


January 14 – 28, 2023
Niagara, Ontario


featuredevent1dec272022.jpgThis January, escape to Niagara to experience wine country in a new way. With thousands of acres of snow-covered vines to set the scene, the annual Niagara lcewine Festival offers three weekends of incredible wine and culinary events. From the opulent Niagara lcewine Gala to street festivals and winery events, there is something for every taste and style.

magic Of Lights


On until January 7, 2023
Nepean, Ottawa

featuredevent2dec272022.jpgMagic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience featuring favorite holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Experience Magic of Lights from the comfort and safety of your own car as you wind through the sparkling path of Ottawa’s favorite holiday tradition. One carload, one price. Magic of Lights is a great family entertainment value, and every ticket to Magic of Lights benefits Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.


Winter Carnival


Markham, Ontario
On until January 8, 2023

featuredevent3dec272022.jpgIf you’re looking for amazing things to do near Toronto with family or friends this holiday season, Winter Carnival is an unforgettable experience for the whole family. It is both an indoor and outdoor event featuring Ice Sculptures, Mechanical Rides, Bouncy Castles, Games, Magicians, DJs, Food, Shopping, Animatronic Dinosaurs, and much more. Located at the Markham Fairgrounds (10801 McCowan Rd) this unique event is sure to wow both children and adults alike. Don’t miss the live shows running daily and incredible ice sculptures along with roarrrring dinosaurs. This event is an immersive unique experience that you cannot miss!

Featured museum:  Canadian Museum of Nature

featureddec272022.jpgLocated in Ottawa, minutes from Parliament Hill, The Canadian Museum of Nature, brings the beautiful vistas and wildlife of Canada to you. The Museum features world class galleries: See iconic mammals, Canada’s original collection of dinosaur fossils; an enormous blue whale skeleton; and a new Arctic Gallery. 3D movies, special exhibitions, guided tours and workshops available. One of their current and coolest exhibits of the year, Planet Ice, has been extended until January 8th. Discover lands lost long ago under the world’s oceans. Explore the mysteries of our current Ice Age through real specimens and artefacts, fossils, models, interactive exhibits, Journey from deep time to modern day in five themed zones and learn about the power of ice, from how it forms to how it affected early life on Earth.

 

only in ontario

onlyinontdec272022.jpg Did you know that Arrowhead provincial Park Ice trail in Huntsville is the longest outdoor man-made skating rink in Ontario! Already one of Ontario’s most popular winter attractions, you can glide through a magical winter forest on Arrowhead's 1.3 km ice trail day or at night it is lit by hundreds of tiki torches.  To avoid disappointment, during peak winter season, check  their Twitter page for the latest capacity updates. You can obtain a daily vehicle permit up to five days in advance of your trip, beginning at 7:00 a.m. Make your reservation Online or by phone at 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275) – open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. EST.

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