Make the most of your Family Day weekend by exploring some of the fun activities that Southern Ontario has to offer. Here are a few great ways to entertain the kids while building family memories.
Strap on some skates and follow the ice-skating trail through fairytale displays. In celebration of Family Day, you can also enjoy all-day pancake breakfast, campfires, and more. Admission: $13/family; skate rental: $6.50/person.
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Explore three floors of interactive exhibits geared especially to kids and their families. From history to science to art, there’s sure to be something to pique your curiosity. And this Family Day weekend, you can play five over sized games including Connect Four and Hungry Hippos—perfect for a fun family challenge. Admission: $8/person; $2.50/child aged 12-23months.
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Spend a fun day on the slopes. Whether you choose to ski or snowboard, Chicopee is offering Family Fun packages for the Family Day weekend. End your day with a bang by taking in fireworks on Saturday at closing. Admission: $30/All Access Lift tickets; $45/Discovery package.
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Have fun zipping down one of the six different tubing chutes. And once you reach the bottom, a carpet conveyor will carry you and your tube right back up to the top so that you can enjoy another run. Normally closed on Mondays, the park will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in celebration of Family Day. Admission: $25/adult; $21/kids 12 and under.
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Check out the Frogs! exhibit with tons of family-friendly activities all about, you guessed it, frogs. Stories, crafts, and guided walks are just some of the activities you can enjoy. Admission: $37/family of four.
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The Art Gallery of Hamilton is hosting Winterfest Family Day. Kids will have a chance to not only see some amazing art, but to make their own art as well. Admission: $5/family (non-members)
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Celebrate Family Day at Ontario Place. Skating, bonfires, and winter light displays can be enjoyed outside. Or head inside to the Cinesphere to watch an IMAX movie. Admission to the outdoor activities is free. Tickets to the Cinesphere range from $11/child to $15/adult.
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There’s a ton of things to explore at the ROM. Dinosaurs are always a family favourite, but you can also check out the current Vikings exhibit. And just for Family Day weekend, the ROM is hosting Family Funday Weekend: One World, a celebration of multiculturalism with music and hands-on activities. General admission: $20/adult, $14/child, children 3 and under are free.
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Why not build fun family memories en route? Bring several families together and enjoy an affordable coach trip to destinations in and around Southern Ontario. To book a bus, visit us at www.badderbus.com/contact.
