Ontario Kids Family Events North of Toronto for January 25-27, 2013

Friday, January 25

Baby it's cold outside all right! But that's ok because as long you're prepared, it's not getting in the way of families having winter fun in the great outdoors!

Above and beyond the winter events posted below, we suggest a family outing to the local ski hills or trails. Dress warmly and your family can have a ton of fun skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, snowshoeing and many other neat and unique activities. Here is a list of awesome places your family can find winter activities to keep them movin' and groovin'!

BLUE MOUNTAIN | HARDWOOD SKI AND BIKE | HORSESHOE RESORT | SIR SAM'S SKI AND BIKE | SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE | SNOW VALLEY RESORT | WYE MARSH

Family Friendly Ontario accommodations also have some great getaway packages that includes these types of activities.

Check out our FEATURED 15 FAMILY WINTER GETAWAYS  

FAMILY AND KIDS EVENT NORTH OF TORONTO

BARRIE
FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: (Sunday) Regional artist leads the whole family in creating hands-on collaborative art projects with a wide range of materials at the MacLaren Art Centre.

Get creative with the family!

M*A*S*H BASH: Ski & Ride all day for just $20, with all proceeds to the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre Hospital expansion.
MOONLIGHT SNOWSHOE & FONDUE: At Hardwood Ski and Bike. Not suggested for children but older teens and definitely for parents looking for a cool and unique experience for date night!

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BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD
2 for 1 TRAIL PASS: Scenic Caves, last day is Friday. Scenic Caves Nordic Centre is offering a mid-week special as part of Winterfest.
SOUTHERN GEORGIAN BAY WINTERFEST: Ten days of jam-packed fun, dining, live entertainment and outdoor winter activities for the entire family to enjoy!
WINTER WEEKENDS: Make every weekend a long weekend at Blue Mountain Village! Starting Friday with the 10:30am Guided Columbia Snowshoe Tour and the fun runs through to Sunday evening with Live Music on every night of the week.
BILLABONG FLAUNT IT ALL GIRLS SLOPE STYLE CONTEST: at Blue Mountain Resort. Billibong Flaunt It is an all-girls Slopestyle & Rail Jam snowboard series that is aimed at giving girls from all levels a chance to Flaunt It, while providing over $75,000 in cash and prizes for the girls to vie over. Come cheer on the ladies!

Snowshoe by starlight!

MELANOMA AWARENESS EVENT: Ride along at Blue Mountain Resort with Ski Cross Athletes Davey Barr and Julia Murray! Hear stories from Olympic Skicross athletes and learn all about how to prevent melanoma. You can even sign up for ski lessons with these incredible ambassadors!
GUIDED NIGHT SNOWSHOE: at Scenic Caves Nordic Centre, not recommended for young kids. FREE Sugar Shack Sampling and Guided Night Snowshoe on Saturday January 26 beginning at 5:30pm. Fun for the whole family the evening kicks off with a guided Night Snowshoe under the stars.

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HALIBURTON
CANADIAN POND HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIPS:  The Haliburton Highlands welcomes The Canadian National Pond Hockey Championship, an event which celebrates the grass roots of hockey. Over 230 teams (1300 players) from all over Canada will descend on the Haliburton Highlands for this two weekend event.

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MIDLAND

Winter Carnival Kids Fun

PA DAY CAMP: (Friday) at the Huronia Museum.
FARMERS' MARKET: Midland's Indoor Farmers' & Artisans' Market is held every Saturday from November 3, 2012 to March 30, 2013 at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre.

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PORT SYDNEY
WINTER CARNIVAL: Includes comedy by Yuk Yuk's, a spaghetti dinner, bangers and mash dinner, family skate, bonfire and hot chocolate, pancake breakfast, fishing derby, outdoor & indoor events and kids corner!

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Ontario Kids Family Events North of Toronto for January 18-20, 2013

Ontario Kids Winter Joy

Ontario is in the midst of unusual seasonal temperatures. Who knew we'd have so many mild days....in the beginning of January! Has it gotten in the way of keeping busy with fun family activities and getaways, no.

Due to the awesome-ness of the area ski operators, there has been little disruption in the ski industry. We recommend you double check if you're heading out to cross-country ski and snowshoe on the trails but as far as dowhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing go, it's pretty much business as usual. Open times and some runs might be affected but your family will have no issues in finding some fun on the area ski hills and trails listed here:

BLUE MOUNTAIN | HARDWOOD SKI AND BIKE | HORSESHOE RESORT | SIR SAM'S SKI AND BIKE | SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE | SNOW VALLEY RESORT | WYE MARSH

The Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre in Midland also offers kids and families a beautiful forrest and marsh setting for exploring walking adventures. Kids of all ages love to feed the chickadees, they land right in your hand! It is a delight for the little ones and enjoyed by everyone.

Winter Carnival Fun is filling the weekend calendars. If you're a native Ontarian or visiting the province, you can get the full winter experience at any festivals. Toboggan races, ice sculptures, snowman contests, dog sledding and so many traditional and new winter and uber-Canadian events will have your family having fun and being active all weekend long.

FAMILY AND KIDS EVENTS NORTH OF TORONTO THIS WEEKEND

ALGONQUIN HIGLANDS
SANDY LANE POND HOCKEY TOURNAMENT: Four on Four, 2 15 minute periods straight time. Open Tournament, Maximum 12 teams.Entry Fee $180.00 per team, three game guarantee. Accommodation package, $ 136.00 per person per weekend plus tax. Enjoy the game and friendships plus relax in great accommodation with fireplaces, satellite t.v., central outdoor hot tub and 2 private hot tubs. A weekend of pure hockey & fun.

Kids' Creativity is Winter Art

BARRIE
FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: (Sunday) Regional artist leads the whole family in creating hands-on collaborative art projects with a wide range of materials at the MacLaren Art Centre.

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BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD
ROXY RIDE DAY ALL GIRLS: At Blue Mountain Resort - the Roxy Ride Days are a 1-day all-girls snowboard coaching tour where female riders can progress their park and all-mountain skills with guest coaches and Roxy team riders.

Winter Weekend @ Blue

WINTER WEEKENDS: Make every weekend a long weekend at Blue Mountain Village! Starting Friday with the 10:30am Guided Columbia Snowshoe Tour and the fun runs through to Sunday evening with Live Music on every night of the week.

SOUTHERN GEORGIAN BAY WINTERFEST: Ten days of jam-packed fun, dining, live entertainment and outdoor winter activities for the entire family to enjoy!

HALIBURTON
SBX COMPETITION: Come watch and cheer on the participants at Sir Sam's Ski and Bike!


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Come watch the race excitement!

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MIDLAND
FARMERS' MARKET: Midland's Indoor Farmers' & Artisans' Market is held every Saturday from November 3, 2012 to March 30, 2013 at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre.

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ORILLIA
WINTER ACTIVE: Activities include cardboard tobaggan races, skate party and snowvolleyball tournament.

Activities for Kids Winter Fun

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PETERBOROUGH
SNOFEST WINTER CARNIVAL: Some exciting new events planned for this year include: Pony Rides, a Curling Bonspiel, Sno Jamming Family Day at Armour Hill, a Youth Art Show and Sale and a Library Story time, plus even more family fun.

SAUBLE BEACH
ANNUAL WINTERFEST: Winterfest is a special off-season event for year round residents and winter enthusiasts, reminding everyone that Sauble Beach doesn't shut down after Thanksgiving!

Family friendly accommodations are also offering some fantastically fun getaway packages combined with many unique experiences such as horseback riding, dog sledding and winter bonfires.

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Ontario Kids Family Events North of Toronto for January 11-13, 2013

Family Fun on the Hills and Trails

Many places are taking a breather after the holidays and there are not that many organized events on the calendar for the weekend. That does not mean there is nothing to do for families and kids fun North of Toronto...

It's a warmer week and the snow is sliding off the roof as I type however, our fabulous ski hill operators still have plenty of snow for skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing. Ski Fun Week continues at Horseshoe Resort offering great deals on day passes, which might come in handy when many kids are home tomorrow due to a teacher strike.

Check out the following ski operators for day time, evening or late night fun. If your kids are old enough, night skiing is a great experience. The moon, the stars - what a great backdrop to some good fun and exercise.

BLUE MOUNTAIN | HARDWOOD SKI AND BIKE | HORSESHOE RESORT | SIR SAM'S SKI AND BIKE | SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE

Winter Carnivals and Festivals all over Ontario also start this weekend. Starting this weekend, a traditional winter fun festival is happening in small towns and cities. Kids and families fun here include tobaggan races, skating, hockey tournaments, ice sculptures and more. These activities are definitely the stuff childhood winter memories are made of.

FAMILY AND KIDS EVENTS NORTH OF TORONTO THIS WEEKEND

First of many winter fun carnivals

BARRIE
FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: (Sunday) Regional artist leads the whole family in creating hands-on collaborative art projects with a wide range of materials at the MacLaren Art Centre.
SKI FUN WEEK: Great deals and fun at Horseshoe Resort

BURK'S FALLS
ANNUAL WINTERFEST: Winter and Snow fun for the whole family.

MIDLAND
FARMERS' MARKET: Midland's Indoor Farmers' & Artisans' Market is held every Saturday from November 3, 2012 to March 30, 2013 at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre.

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Kids Winter Fun Anywhere!

Family friendly accommodations are also offering some fantastically fun getaway packages combined with many unique experiences such as horseback riding, dog sledding and winter bonfires.

Check out our FEATURED 15 FAMILY WINTER GETAWAYS

Have a fun and safe weekend!

Ontario Kids Family Events North of Toronto for December 31 - January 7, 2013

Happy New Year! All the best to your family for 2013.

Fun...and learning!

Many parents are back to work today even though school is still out for Christmas/New Year break. If you're looking for day camps for the next couple of days, Huronia Museum in Midland and MacLaren Art Centre in Barrie are offering some really cool and fun camps for kids of various ages.

If your family got new gear for Christmas, now is the time to try it out! Snowy hills and mountains North of Toronto have a great base and surface for downhill or alpine skiing and snowboarding. Tracks have been set for some scenic cross country skiing and trails abound for snowshoeing or just hiking it old school!

Parents can find great hills, trails and special events happening at:

BLUE MOUNTAIN | HARDWOOD SKI AND BIKE | HORSESHOE RESORT | SIR SAM'S SKI AND BIKE | SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE

You can find Ontario ski and snow reports here.

Conditions are sweet!

Many ski operators have great deals for the new year and most provide lessons and ski camps. Check them out. They are a wonderful place to spend the day or a night or two with the family. 

It's not too late to pack a few bags along with the dog into the family truckster and head North for a fun getaway. With so many really fun activities like horseback riding, snowshoeing, tubing, tobaganning, forrest trails for hiking - families have a multitude to choose from when it comes to winter fun.  The really great news is many outdoor rinks are starting to appear. Many Ontario resorts are turning on the flood taps and anytime now will be available for beautiful outdoor skating and hockey.

The following accommodations offer outdoor skating. Please check with them directly for current conditions and availability.

Bayview Wildwood Resort | Blue Mountain Resorts | Blue Mountain Village | Buttermilk Fall Resort | Cedar Grove Lodge | The Irwin Inn | Nottawasaga Inn Resort | Ogopogo Resort | Pine Vista Resort | Sand Lake Cottages | Sunnylea Resort | Tyrolean Village Resorts, Blue Mountain

KIDS AND FAMILY EVENTS FOR THE WEEK AHEAD

BARRIE
FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: (Sunday) Regional artist leads the whole family in creating hands-on collaborative art projects with a wide range of materials at the MacLaren Art Centre.

Summer Who??

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COLLINGWOOD/BLUE MOUNTAINS
WINTER GIFT SHOW & SALE: Paintings • Photographs • Pottery • Hand-made clothing • Jewellery • Sculpture and Carvings • Furniture • Glass works ...and more.

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HUNTSVILLE
MUSKOKA HOLIDAY MAGIC: The holidays are going to come alive at Deerhurst Resort! From a gigantic Holiday PlayZone for the kids, to outdoor winter activities and delicious festive feasts, Deerhurst Resort has the magic for your Muskoka getaway this holiday season.

All Year Long - now indoors!

MIDLAND
FARMERS' MARKET: Midland's Indoor Farmers' & Artisans' Market is held every Saturday from November 3, 2012 to March 30, 2013 at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre.

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OWEN SOUND
FESTIVAL OF NORTHERN LIGHTS: Enjoy the beauty of Owen Sound in the Christmas season each evening from 5pm to 11pm, as 25+ kilometres of lights illuminate the harbour, the Sydenham riverbanks, the downtown core, and Harrison Park.

SUDBURY
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: Science North Parking Lot.

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Ontario Kids Family New Year's events North of Toronto including New Year's Eve and First Day of 2013

Blue Mountain Village Family Party

No sitter for New Year's Eve? No problem. In what seems like a flash your kids will be grown up and choosing to party with friends so why not enjoy some festive times together while you can.

New Year's celebrations North of Toronto are shaping up for some good family times! Whether you have a place to crash with friends and family or need family friendly accommodations, it's all possible. It's a winter wonderland full of fun kids snowy activities that will create warm memories to last a lifetime.

Here are some events and overnight getaways waiting for your family to bring in 2013!

ALLISTON

Jan. 1 brunch @ Nottawasaga Inn Resort

NEW YEAR'S DAY BRUNCH: Join Nottawasaga Inn Resort on Tuesday January 1st, 2013 between 9:30am and 1:30pm in the Riverview Dining Room for the first Brunch of 2013.

BARRIE
DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN: (NYE Event) Family fun featuring live music, fireworks and activities for kids.
NEW YEAR'S TORCH PARADE ON THE HILL: (NYE event @ Horseshoe Resort) See the beautiful torch light parade down the hill at 10:15pm with fireworks to follow at 10:30pm. Indoor events, include different areas designated to different age categories for New Year celebrations.

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December Frost Frenzy @ BMV

BLUE MOUNTAINS / COLLINGWOOD
FROST FRENZY: (ongoing event) The Holiday spirit is very much alive in the Blue Mountain Village during FROST FRENZY starting with so many FREE activities including FIREWORKS every Saturday at 8pm all month long!
NEW YEAR'S VILLAGE CELEBRATION: (NYE Event) Family Celebration in Huron Grand Ballroom from 5:30-9pm and New Years Eve Party featuring The Sound Parade in the Weider Room from 10pm-2am. Family fireworks over the Mill Pond at 9pm, then enjoy the main show at midnight over the hill.
CARVE THIS WAY:  (ongoing event) The Collingwood Downtown Ice Sculpture Festival is the perfect way to end 2012. Just like the extra sprinkles topping on the perfect cake, the ice festival will put the perfect frosting on the top of the year.

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HUNTSVILLE

HUGE Kids PlayZone at Deerhurst Resort

DECADES DINNER, SHOW & DANCE: (overnight @ Deerhurst Resort) Ideal for adults or families with older children. Time travel through pop's greatest hits, from the 50's right up to today!
Includes: Buffet dinner, Decades 2012 live stage show, DJ and dancing.
STARGAZERS "STREET CARNIVAL" PARTY:  (overnight @ Deerhurst Resort) Ideal for families with younger children. Step into a world of magic and street festival wonders, right next door to the Bounce! Holiday PlayZone. Includes:  Buffet dinner with children’s station, the magic of Peter Mennie, roving performers, Stargazers’ Ridge game tickets, DJ and dancing, plus an early ringing in of the New Year at 10pm.
MUSKOKA HOLIDAY MAGIC: (overnight getaways @ Deerhurst Resort) From a gigantic Holiday PlayZone for the kids, to outdoor winter activities and delicious festive feasts, Deerhurst Resort has the magic for your Muskoka getaway this holiday season.
NEW YEAR'S DAY BRUNCH: January 1, 2013 | Advance reservations required - @ Deerhurst Resort

Torch Parade Down the Ski Hill!

OWEN SOUND
FESTIVAL OF NORTHERN LIGHTS: (ongoing event) Enjoy the beauty of Owen Sound in the Christmas season each evening from 5pm to 11pm, as 25+ kilometres of lights illuminate the harbour, the Sydenham riverbanks, the downtown core, and Harrison Park.
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION: (ongoing event) Celebrate New Year's Eve early with the kids at Owen Sound's new recreation centre. Donations Encouraged.

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SUDBURY
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: (ongoing event) Science North Parking Lot.

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TONS of family fun at Blue!

Parents can find more family getaways for NYE or the winter on our website. See our 15 FEATURED FAMILY WINTER GETAWAYS!

Ontario Kids also recommends taking the family out to the hills for exercise, fresh air...and fun! Many ski resorts have special New Year programming. Check directly with them for details. Tire them out real good and perhaps you will enjoy a nice quiet ushering in of the new year with your partner!

BLUE MOUNTAIN | HARDWOOD SKI AND BIKE | HORSESHOE RESORT | SIR SAM'S SKI AND BIKE | SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE

You can find Ontario ski and snow reports here.  

Safe, healthy and happy New Year to you!

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We hope you have a safe and fun NYE and fabulous 2013! 

Ontario Kids Family Events North of Toronto for December 26-31 including Christmas Break and New Year's Eve

Family and Kids Fun on the Hills

Hopefully most kids in Ontario are happily playing with their new toys and treasures. While it's tempting to let them entertain themselves, during the Christmas school break is also a great time to get your kids (of any age) out and moving and discovering new places, activities or sports! So put aside the electronic gadgets and engage your kids in any of the great events and activities happening North of Toronto!

Our ski and snowboard operators have been busy, many places and are ready for nordic / cross country skiiing as well. If your family got new gear for Christmas, now is the time to try it out! Weather conditions have been helpful enough to create a great base and surface for downhill, snowboard, nordic skiing and even snowboarding. You can find great hills, trails and specials events happening at:

BLUE MOUNTAIN | HARDWOOD SKI AND BIKE | HORSESHOE RESORT | SIR SAM'S SKI AND BIKE | SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE

You can find Ontario ski and snow reports here.

Normally we post weekend events however, since it's a school break we will includes all events from our family events happening this week. Click the event link for more details.

Kids Art Camp @ MacLaren Art Centre

BARRIE
COOL YULE CAMP: (ages 3-6) at the MacLarenArtCentre for an engaging morning or afternoon of art-making with regional artist Jenn Guerin.
COOL YULE CAMP: (ages 7-10) at the MacLarenArtCentre for an engaging morning or afternoon of art-making with regional artist Jenn Guerin.
DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN: Barrie's annual New Year's Eve party! Family fun featuring live music, fireworks and activities for kids.
TORCH LIGHT PARADE & FIREWORKS: Special New Year's celebrations at Horseshoe Resort.

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BRACEBRIDGE
SANTAFEST: Visit with Santa and other holiday activities at Santa's Village in Bracebridge.  

Fireworks over Mill Pond at BMV

COLLINGWOOD/BLUE MOUNTAINS
FROST FRENZY: The Holiday spirit is very much alive in the Blue Mountain Village during FROST FRENZY starting with so many FREE activities including FIREWORKS every Saturday at 8pm all month long! 
WINTER GIFT SHOW & SALE: Paintings • Photographs • Pottery • Hand-made clothing • Jewellery • Sculpture and Carvings • Furniture • Glass works ...and more.
CARVE THIS WAY: The Collingwood Downtown Ice Sculpture Festival is the perfect way to end 2012.
WORLD SNOWBOARD DAY PARK PARTY: The park will be stocked with lots of swag giveaways, music, best tick jams & more. Skiers, it may be World Snowboard Day, but at Blue we spread the love.
NEW YEAR'S VILLAGE CELEBRATION: As always Blue Mountain Village will be bustling with excitement as we ring out 2012 and welcome 2013!

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HUNTSVILLE
MUSKOKA HOLIDAY MAGIC: The holidays are going to come alive at Deerhurst Resort! From a gigantic Holiday PlayZone for the kids, to outdoor winter activities and delicious festive feasts, Deerhurst Resort has the magic for your Muskoka getaway this holiday season.
STARGAZERS STREET CARNIVAL PARTY: Put some Muskoka magic in your new Year’s Eve celebrations at Deerhurst Resort.
DECADES DINNER AND DANCE PARTY: Put some Muskoka magic in your new Year’s Eve celebrations at Deerhurst Resort.

Check out Festivals of Lights happening in Ontario

MIDLAND
FARMERS' MARKET: Midland's Indoor Farmers' & Artisans' Market is held every Saturday from November 3, 2012 to March 30, 2013 at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre.

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OWEN SOUND
FESTIVAL OF NORTHERN LIGHTS: Enjoy the beauty of Owen Sound in the Christmas season each evening from 5pm to 11pm, as 25+ kilometres of lights illuminate the harbour, the Sydenham riverbanks, the downtown core, and Harrison Park.
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION: Celebrate New Year's Eve early with the kids at Owen Sound's new recreation centre. Donations Encouraged.

SUDBURY
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: Science North Parking Lot.

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Ontario Kids Family Events North of Toronto for December 21-23

Between teachers in Ontario striking and Christmas holidays, December has been a scrambling time for parents looking for last minute child care options, day camps and activities for their kids. The good news is 411ontariokids.com is here to connect parents with options so the kids can have fun and parents can relax.

Head for the Hills!

Hats Off to many of Ontario Ski Resorts! It might seem like Spring temps in some areas but many hills are open for the season. Kids and families can spend time downhill skiing or snowboarding. Check with the following ski operators for hours of operation, ski conditions, ski schools and ski day camps.

Blue Mountain | Hardwood Ski and Bike | Horseshoe Resort | Sir Sam's Ski and Bike

Other attractions and businesses are offering neat events and activities for kids. See here for more Christmas Break Happenings North of Toronto.

It's also not too late to get away from home for Christmas. Why not, this Christmas seems extra busy and with the tragic events in the US, all parents have had a very heavy reminder of what to be grateful for this year. We can give our kids an extra special Christmas this year by giving them what they really want, our time. If you're looking for an affordable extra special (and magical!) Christmas or New Year's family getaway - you can find them here -

Ontario Kids Top 15 Winter Family Getaways

Below are the kids and family events happening this weekend, North of Toronto.

BARRIE

Horseshoe Resort

FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: (Sunday) Regional artist leads the whole family in creating hands-on collaborative art projects with a wide range of materials at the MacLaren Art Centre.
RODEO RAIL JAM: This event is the premiere kick-off ski and snowboard event of the winter season.

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BRACEBRIDGE
SANTAFEST: Visit with Santa and other holiday activities at Santa's Village in Bracebridge. 

COLLINGWOOD/BLUE MOUNTAINS
FROST FRENZY: The Holiday spirit is very much alive in the Blue Mountain Village during FROST FRENZY starting with so many FREE activities including FIREWORKS every Saturday at 8pm all month long! 
WINTER GIFT SHOW & SALE: Paintings • Photographs • Pottery • Hand-made clothing • Jewellery • Sculpture and Carvings • Furniture • Glass works ...and more.


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HUNTSVILLE
MUSKOKA HOLIDAY MAGIC: The holidays are going to come alive at Deerhurst Resort! From a gigantic Holiday PlayZone for the kids, to outdoor winter activities and delicious festive feasts, Deerhurst Resort has the magic for your Muskoka getaway this holiday season.
PORTAGE FLYER CHRISTMAS: The annual Portage Flyer Christmas train ride to Santa is set to take place on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Muskoka Heritage Place Train Station off Forbes Hill Drive. 

SantaFest at Santa's Village

MIDLAND
FARMERS' MARKET: Midland's Indoor Farmers' & Artisans' Market is held every Saturday from November 3, 2012 to March 30, 2013 at the North Simcoe Sports & Recreation Centre.
GINGERBREAD HOUSE BUILDING: Saturday at the Midland Public Library.

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OWEN SOUND
FESTIVAL OF NORTHERN LIGHTS: Enjoy the beauty of Owen Sound in the Christmas season each evening from 5pm to 11pm, as 25+ kilometres of lights illuminate the harbour, the Sydenham riverbanks, the downtown core, and Harrison Park.

PORT CARLING
COME TRY HOCKEY: For Boys and Girls age 5-13. Sundays from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. 

SUDBURY
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: Science North Parking Lot.

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