10 Feb Local Winter Carnivals and Activities
Local Winter Carnivals and Activities
In addition to Winterlude, there are many local winter carnivals and activities in the greater Ottawa area to enjoy. From skiing to skating to enjoying local treats by the fire, there is something for everyone!
Kanata-Hazeldean Lions Club winter carnival – February 11, 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Lion Dick Brule Community Centre
– February 9 to 11, Pembroke
Go snowshoeing under the stars near Dunrobin – February 3, 10, 17 and 24
Throughout February, Pinhey’s Point Historic Site near Dunrobin in Ottawa’s far west end is hosting snowshoeing under the stars nights. The organizers provide snowshoes and flashlights, or you can bring your own. After the outing, you can warm up with warm cocoa or cider inside the mansion, which is almost 200 years old. The two-hour outings take place on February 3, 10, 17 and 24, and you must register at least 24 hours in advance. Open to participants aged 15 and up.
– February 11, Orleans
Bring a friend for two-for-one fitness passes on February 11, Ottawa
The City is celebrating Winter Health and Fitness Day on Saturday, February 11 by offering two-for-one pricing for one-day public skating, swimming and cardio/weight room passes. This is a great way for you and a family member or friend to work out and try City of Ottawa facilities and programs.
Explore and rediscover what the City of Ottawa has to offer for sports, fitness, hobbies, arts and crafts and special interest programs at our modern facilities across the city. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re young or young-at-heart. It’s a great way to keep yourself healthy and happy – physically, mentally and socially. It’s been a long few years, but it’s great to get back together. See what we have to offer at ottawa.ca/recreation.
Rather stay at home? That’s fine too. The City continues to offer a wide array of virtual offerings – from Yoga to cooking and painting or learning to play a guitar. Visit register.ottawa.ca for more information.
– February 11 and 12
Theis North America’s oldest Cross-country skiing event; it began in 1966. This year, you can challenge yourself to complete one or more segments or the whole 160-kilometre route on February 11 and 12. This isn’t a race. It’s open to skiers of all levels and abilities! The shortest segment is 12km, and the event takes place on groomed trails. The first day takes place between Mont Tremblant to Montebello, while the second day’s action takes place between Montebello and Gatineau. And if you can’t get to the Outaouais, you can sign up for the virtual version of the challenge. In that, you go for as many 15km ski trips as you can, anywhere you like, between now and March 19.
Valentine’s Day Skate at Young’s Pond – Tues Feb 14th, 5:30 to 8:00 pm
– February 19, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Speaking of things Scottish: The Great Canadian Kilt Skate comes to the skating oval at Lansdowne Park on Sunday, February 19. The organizers note that you don’t have to be Scottish and you don’t have to wear a kilt. But it would be great to sport some sort of tartan—a coat, a scarf or even socks—for this free afternoon event.
If snow and sleet don’t keep you from your daily run, then you might be interested in the Embrace Winter Run on Sunday, February 19. The event actually includes all sorts of races, from a fun 1K “shuffle” for kids to a full marathon. It’s also a fundraiser for Imerman Angels, which supports people with cancer and their families. All races start at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. Note that the online registration deadline is Tuesday, February 14. You may also be able to register onsite on the day of the race, if spots are not sold out.
– February 18
Back Forty Winterland is a one-day winter open house at Back Forty Artisan Cheese in Mississippi Station on Saturday, February 18. At the Family Day weekend event, you can take a self-guided walk through fields and forest, explore 5.5km of groomed snowshoeing trails, let the kids loose on multiple toboggan runs (bring your own sleds), hike to an off-grid cabin to enjoy Dairy Distillery drinks by the fire, or dig into homemade mac and cheese, grilled sausages, and other foods from local producers. Feeling competitive? Sign up for the inaugural River to Sky 5K Snowshoe Race, organized in conjunction with Kick and Push Brewery.
– February 18 and 19, Perth
White Lake Winter Carnival – February 18, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm (register in advance if you want to try the Polar Plunge!)
Winterfest 2023 – Sat, February 18 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Katimavik rink (64 Chimo)
Merrickville Snowflake Festival – February 20 (Family Day)
Winter Carnival at Young’s Pond – Sun, February 26, 1:00-3:00 pm
Enjoy these activities and winter events!
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