SANTA CLAUS PARADES
Bobcaygeon Santa Claus Parade
December 14, 2013 5pm
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Palmer Rapids Santa Claus Parade
December 14, 2013
December 14, 2013 5pm
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Palmer Rapids Santa Claus Parade
December 14, 2013
Santa Claus Express South Simcoe Railway (Tottenham)
Share the Magic of Christmas... ride the SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS!
Saturday December 14th and Sunday December 15th
Saturday December 21st and Sunday December 22nd
Advance reservations available
Departures at 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Special event fares apply. Tickets on sale November 1st either on-line or by telephone.
stay at resorts, inns, hotels Alliston, ON
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Santa Claus Events
Festive Brunch with Santa
Nottawasaga Inn Resort -River Dining RoomDecember 15
Bring your kids, your appetite and your camera for a festive brunch with Santa.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONIES and FESTIVALS OF TREES and LIGHTS
Ottawa, ON
December 5, 2013 to January 7, 2014
In Canada’s Capital, the winter landscape glows with over 300,000 multicoloured lights during the holiday season. The festivities begin with an illumination ceremony in early December and continue until early January. Throughout Christmas Lights Across Canada, the lights in Ottawa–Gatineau glow each evening from 4:30 pm to 2 am.
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Christmas Magic
Cobourg, ON
November 22, 2013 to January 2, 2014
Christmas Magic transforms into a dazzling display of over 100,000 coloured lights.
Festival of Trees
Orillia
Throughout December 2013
The Festival site will be magically transformed into a winter wonderland decked with holiday wreaths and 'tree after glorious tree' in beautifully designed settings located at The Orillia Square Mall .
Stay at Orillia Accommodation
Festival of Northern Lights Catch The Magic
Owen Sound
November 15, 2013 to January 4, 2014
More than 300 light displays twinkling along the banks of the Sydenham River and at Harrison Park. Several weeks of events, including concerts, craft shows, a Santa Claus parade, house tours, horse-drawn carriage rides and Christmas celebrations. The festival is a National Winter Lights Champion and Festivals & Events Ontario Multiple Award Winner.
Stay at Owen Sound & Area Accommodation
Kapuskasing Festival of Lights
Kapuskasing, ON
November 16, 2013 to beginning of January 2014
Riverside park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 100,000 shimmering lights and displays.
Book Kapuskasing Hotels on-line
Barrie Festival of Trees Continues to Spring 2014
Barrie, ON
Barrie lights up along Kempenfelt Bay's Lakeshore Drive on Lake Simcoe through until the spring of 2014. See the Barrie Festival of Trees and Lights Photo gallery where some of the 50,000 lights which form the Festival of Trees Display at Centennial Park will be five animated displays.
A Barrie shopping trip for Christmas New Year holiday gifts could involve an overnight stay in featured Barrie hotels, resorts and romantic inns. Stay at Barrie Accommodation Book Barrie Hotels on-line
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CHRISTMAS BAZAARS and ARTS & CRAFT SHOWS
Ottawa, ON Lansdowne Park
December 12-22, 2013
Originals Ottawa Christmas Craft Sale is a leading and oldest fashion, gift, art & craft Show & Sale in Canada. It will attract many visitors and best artisans, artists and designers from Ottawa and Canada to related Christmas decorations, fashions, jewellery, art, sculpture, home decor items.
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Made in Muskoka Christmas
Sutherland Hall
December 14-15
Made in Muskoka Christmas sets the scene for a festive, fun and friendly shopping experience. You’ll find hundreds of special gifts in every price range, created by some of Muskoka’s best artists and fine craftspeople.
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Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts
Collingwood
October 30, 2013 - January 5, 2014
Holiday Gifts Galore! Over 40 artists and artisans will be filling the Arts Center with a rich assortment of unique, one-of-a-kind creations...and, at very festive prices! Paintings • Photographs • Pottery • Hand-made clothing • Jewellery • Sculpture and Carvings • Furniture • Glass works ...and more
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Collingwood, ON
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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S PARTIES and GETAWAYS
Plan ahead for festive parties with friends and families and your family holiday getaway.
Snow Valley Resort
Snow
Valley is proud to offer a festive evening of Dining, Dancing &
Festive Cheer . Whether it's your company Christmas Party or your
gathering with friends & family let them take care of all the
details. Reserve with Snow Valley and enjoy a wonderful evening of
Chirstmas With Neighbours!- Saturday December 14th
Kempenfelt Conference Centre -Barrie
Book a
guest room after your Christmas function at a special Christmas B&B
Rate of $75 per room based on double occupancy. Rate includes
accommodation and a full hot station-style breakfast buffet for two in
the morning.
Hardwood Ski & Bike
Annual Hardwood New Year's Eve Bash and Silent AuctionEvening of fun, with dinner, dancing, a live DJ, silent auction*, party favours, and moonlit ski & snowshoe. Bring your spouse, friends and this is a family friendly event.
Tickets only $40 + HST for Adults and $25 + HST for children 12 and under. All proceeds go to Team Hardwood and tickets available at Hardwood Ski & Bike. Please contact Judy Doble to reserve your spot at (705) 487-3775.
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Carriage Ridge Resort Winter Getaway Offer
Blackout Dates: December 21 – January 3, 2014 inclusive & February 14 – 16, 2014 inclusive
Stay at Carriage Ridge Resort relax in a Resort Suite with Kitchenette or one of our spacious 1 or 2 bedroom suites.
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FAMILY FUN
Blue Mountain VillageFrost Frenzy
November 30-December 31, 2013
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!
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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!).
~ Incredible restaurants and accommodations are available nearby.
GRAND OPENING of ONE WAY Meadowland Trail
Saturday December 14, 2013
This 7.5 km trail is mostly flat with a few rolling hills making it perfect for new skiers or for skiers who want a gentle ski on easy terrain.Demo Day -December 14, 2013
Come and try out the latest from Fischer, Rossignol and Salomon equipment before you buy. You can take the skis out for 30 minutes. No other special requirements other than a trail pass.
Horseshoe ResortSki and Snowboard Season Holiday Getaway November 28, 2013 - January 3, 2014
2 Night package starting at $399
Looking for a fun getaway this holiday season at an affordable cost. Rejoice over the savings in a Winter wonderland.
Pre-Season Season Special. Starting From $169/Night. Book By Sunday December 23rd. Stay Dates: Friday December 6th, 2013 - Thursday March 21st, 2014. The Early Bird Gets The Discounts!
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
Nordic Trails are Open
Monday December 2 -Thursday December 19
Mid-week trail passes are just $10.
Weekend, trail passes are just $15
Nordic Trails are Open
Monday December 2 -Thursday December 19
Mid-week trail passes are just $10.
Weekend, trail passes are just $15
Expect
rolled/packed trail conditions. The snowshoe trail across the
suspension bridge will also be open, offering spectacular views of south
Georgian Bay. And while you’re checking out the trails, don’t forget to
pick up your Nordic Season pass. Please call: (705) 446-0256 ext. 223 before you head out for weather and trail conditions.Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Blue Mountain / Collingwood
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike
Ski and Snowboard Season
Saturday December 14th & Sunday December 15th.
Weekly starting Friday December 20th (closed Christmas day)
Winter Sale
All lift tickets, rentals & lessons are HALF PRICE from Opening Day until Christmas Eve!!!
Significant Improvements Coming for the 2013-2014 Winter Season.
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Ski and Snowboard Season Saturday December 14th & Sunday December 15th.
Weekly starting Friday December 20th (closed Christmas day)
Winter Sale
All lift tickets, rentals & lessons are HALF PRICE from Opening Day until Christmas Eve!!!
Significant Improvements Coming for the 2013-2014 Winter Season.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, Minden
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Stay & PlayBarrie Ski & Snowtube Packages
Plan a Family Getaway!
Numeous stay & play" packages available through a number of local hotels.
Packages start at just $54.50 (pp/dbl occupancy) and includes 1 night accomodation, breakfast and a ski or snowtubing pass.
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Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre-Midland
Evening Ski or Snowshoe. December 12
Wye Marsh will be open late for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Come ski or snowshoe our 25km of scenic trails and warm up by an open fire. *Late hours will be weather dependent
Live Animal Show. Wet n' Scaly. December 14-15
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON
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Evening Ski or Snowshoe. December 12Wye Marsh will be open late for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Come ski or snowshoe our 25km of scenic trails and warm up by an open fire. *Late hours will be weather dependent
Live Animal Show. Wet n' Scaly. December 14-15
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON
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MacLaren Art Centre, Barrie
December 15, 2013Families can enjoy an afternoon exploring art while they create wonderful works to enjoy at home. Regional artists lead the workshops, and activities suit all ages and levels of experience.
Looking for that perfect holiday gift?
The MacLaren’s Gallery Shop carries a beautiful array of handmade jewellery, pottery, glass and homeware items, many by local artisans. Unique items are available in range of price points for friends, family, clients and colleagues. The MacLaren also offers professional framing services.
Huronia Symphony Orchestra - Family Christmas
Collier Street United Church
December 15
Enjoy a relaxing and happy afternoon filled with Christmas treats and classics. You'll love the music from "The Nutcracker", "The Polar Express" and sing-alongs.
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Christmas in Dowtown Orillia
December 14
An old-fashioned shopping experience! Free horse-drawn wagon rides, carollers on the streets, free hot chocolate & treats at various shops!
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December 14
An old-fashioned shopping experience! Free horse-drawn wagon rides, carollers on the streets, free hot chocolate & treats at various shops!
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PLAN AHEAD FOR CHRISTMAS EVENTS
Celebrate SantaFest & Thank Santa Events Santa’s Village, Bracebridge Muskoka
SantaFest Days
December 21 to 23, 2013
and
Thank Santa Day
December 28, 2013
11:00am until 4:00pm
Come celebrate winter and the joy of the season with Santa and his Elves!
Admission is $8.00/person and children under 2 are free
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HOCKEY SEASON EVENT
OHL Hockey is back in North Bay! Enjoy the NHLers of tomorrow now
as they come to North Bay to play the North Bay Battalion. Now you
can come to North Bay, take in a face paced exciting game, and stay in
North Bay’s only full service, Resort, Hotel, and Conference Centre.The North Bay Battalion OHL Hockey Package includes your accommodations, a full hot chef-cooked plated breakfast and a Rink Side seat (seats are Section 1R and numbered 5, 6, 7, and 8). Limited to only 4 tickets available per game, call now and book before they are all gone.
December Game dates are
Dec 5, 8, 12, 19, 31, 2013
Dec 5, 8, 12, 19, 31, 2013
Starting at $159.99* *Plus HST. Based on Double Occupancy in a Standard Room with 2 Queen Sized Beds. Upgrades are available.
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Featured Resort Destinations and Events
Sir Sam's Ski and Bike-Haliburton
Ski and Snowboard Season
Saturday December 14th & Sunday December 15th. Weekly starting Friday December 20th (closed Christmas day)
Winter Sale
All lift tickets, rentals & lessons are HALF PRICE from Opening Day until Christmas Eve!!!
Significant Improvements Coming for the 2013-2014 Winter Season
Discover the natural beauty of the Haliburton Highlands.Hub and Hive for the Holidays
Abbey Gardens
December 13-14
Visit the Food Hub at Abbey Gardens for their first ever sale for locally made gifts. 40% off of beautifully wrapped gift baskets that are ready for holiday giving. Large selection of local arts and crafts on sale.
Christmas at the Museum
Haliburton Highlands Museum
December 14 & 21
Did you know that many of our most beloved holiday traditions actually come from the Victorians? Every week, we’ll be celebrating different Victorian inspired traditions and serving different treats. Make a keepsake to take home or just step into the past and enjoy a respite from the hustle and bustle leading up to Christmas!
December 3 -January 15
Passes for the 2014 summer theatre season are now on sale. All five show for $125.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, Minden
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LAND O' LAKES DESTINATION
5,000 Lakes 5,000 Adventures. You can enjoy fishing, camping, canoeing, kayaking, boating, hiking, cycling, snowmobiling, skiing, ATVing, motorcycling, or just plain relaxing in some of the most beautiful scenery.
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MIDLAND and PENETANGUISHENE and TOURISM MIDLAND DESTINATION
Downtown Shops and Docks Beautiful downtown Midland has more than 100 shops, boutiques and services located in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Midland Cultural CentreThe Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) is a self-sustaining, inspiring and exciting year-round facility for arts and culture in Huronia. The MCC has an active calendar of programs and events for enthusiasts of art, culture, music and theatre. Drop in to see what's going on.
John McDermott Concert
December 14
See live in concert the Scottish-Canadi
Ron Nigrini Concert
December 15
Presented by the Tiffin Bay Folk Club. Tableside Bar service. Opening act by Adrien Robitaille.
The
Town of Midland is situated at the gateway to Georgian Bay's
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RESORTS OF NORTH MUSKOKA
There are plenty of exciting things to do in North Muskoka, all within close proximity. Bring the family snowshoeing, tubing, skating, downhill or cross country skiing, even dog sledding. Or, if you prefer, try your hand at snowmobiling on the extensive trail system that winds throughout Muskoka.
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ONTARIO'S HIGHLANDS DESTINATION
You’ll
discover an abundance of outdoor adventure, combined with original
offering of arts, culture and heritage experiences, all set against a
picture perfect backdrop of unspoiled wilderness and the small town
charm of friendly communities.
Jingle all the Way Through Town
Bancroft Railway Station
December 16, 2013"Jingle all the way through town" on a horse-drawn sleigh ride in beautiful Bancroft! Sleigh rides start at 5 p.m. and depart every 30 minutes from the Bancroft Railway Station.
Minimum donation of $7 per person. Children under 15 free.
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ORO STATION
Hardwood Ski and Bike -Oro/MedonteGRAND OPENING of ONE WAY Meadowland Trail
Saturday December 14, 2013
This 7.5 km trail is mostly flat with a few rolling hills making it perfect for new skiers or for skiers who want a gentle ski on easy terrain. Demo Day -December 14, 2013
Come and try out the latest from Fischer, Rossignol and Salomon equipment before you buy. You can take the skis out for 30 minutes. No other special requirements other than a trail pass.
2013-14 Ski Memberships available.
| Youth Cross Country Ski Programs Register Now For Kids Ski Programs Hardwood Ski and Bike offers recreational cross country ski lessons for children between ages 3-13. Programs are focused on fun and skill in order to introduce a life long activity and a love of winter. Space is limited so register soon. |
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OTTAWA and OTTAWA VALLEY DESTINATION
Christmas Lights Across Canada
Ottawa, ON
December 5, 2013 to January 7, 2014
In Canada’s Capital, the winter landscape glows with over 300,000 multicoloured lights during the holiday season. The festivities begin with an illumination ceremony in early December and continue until early January. Throughout Christmas Lights Across Canada, the lights in Ottawa–Gatineau glow each evening from 4:30 pm to 2 am.
Stay at Ottawa & Area Accommodation, ON Book Ottawa hotels. on-line
Ottawa, ONDecember 5, 2013 to January 7, 2014
In Canada’s Capital, the winter landscape glows with over 300,000 multicoloured lights during the holiday season. The festivities begin with an illumination ceremony in early December and continue until early January. Throughout Christmas Lights Across Canada, the lights in Ottawa–Gatineau glow each evening from 4:30 pm to 2 am.
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Festival of Lights
Promenade du Parc des Chutes, Mansfield, Quebec
December 13 & 14, 27 & 28
Discover one of Pontiac’s Finest Jewels illuminated with over 20,000 lights and lasers. Hot dogs, beavertails, baked goods and snacks on sale!
Petawawa Public Library Festival of Trees
December 2-31
Furry Friends and Families Food Drive
Pembroke Animal Hospital
December 1-20
Stay at Resorts in the Ottawa and Ottawa Valley area
Moulin Wakefield Inn -Wakefield
Nangor Resort -Westneath
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