February Events & Other Winter Happenings 'North' of Toronto

Winter is a breeze with activities and events that range from quiet fire side book reading to skiing down a mountain and being active.

Areas north of Toronto are full of snow, sunshine and starry nights perfect for day trips and getaways north of Toronto. So many Winter Carnivals, special shows and events are taking place, there's something for everyone. 

With a special February holidays like Family Day and Valentine's Day, it's time to celebrate and have some fun.

You can find Family Day Weekend Specific Events & Activities on our website. 

You can find Valentine's Day Getaways and Specials on our website.

The list below are special events and other activities by area, perfect for checking out and making it easy to love winter. Links to getaway and vacation offers north of Toronto can be found at the bottom of this blog.

FEBRUARY 2015

ONTARIO

Farmers's Markets
Enjoy farmers and artisans markets all year long!
Click to here to find a great winter market.

Family Licence Free Fishing
Ontario Family Fishing Events is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario waters without the otherwise mandatory fishing version outdoors card. Click here for ice-fishing getaways. 

ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS

Wild In Winter
February 7
Take a walk on the wild side! Explore the ecology of winter, look for wildlife and their signs and gain insights into how they cope with cold temperatures and deep snow.

Click here for more information.

Surviving Winter
February 22
Learn some strategies and techniques for coping with cold and snow should you find yourself lost.

Click here for more information.

COLLINGWOOD | BLUE MOUNTAINS

Saturday Night Guided Snowshoe Hikes
Scenic Caves
Strap on your snowshoes for a night-time hike, where stars and shadows create a dramatic setting for adventure.
Click here for more information.

Friday Night Light It Up Rail Jam
Blue Mountain Village
Friday Night Light It Up! Series is Blue Mountain’s own NEW grassroots RAILJAM series for skiers and snowboarders!

Click here for more information.

Volcom Stone Peanut Butter & Rail Jam
Blue Mountain Village
Volcom Stone’s Peanut Butter and Rail Jam is Ontario’s largest rail jam and a staple event on the Ontario snowboard scene. 

Click here for more information.

HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS

Horsedrawn Sleigh Rides
Algonquin Highlands Trails
Free Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides at 1251 Essonville Line
Click here for more information.

Ladies' Day
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike
A great day of skiing, racing, indoor games. Cost $125.00/person includes: lift ticket , rentals, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Prizes awarded at 7:00pm. Please book in advance.
Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Haliburton Highlands

Area Tourism Information: Ontario's Highlands

MAGNETAWAN

Drag at the Mag
A 2-Day Amateur Snow Drag Racing the weekend of February 28 to March 1, 2015. All amateurs racers welcome, kids included.

Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Municipality of Magnetawan

MIDLAND

Film Series
Huronia Museum
Huronia Museum Film Series brings festival calibre films to Midland movie goers.
Click here for more information.

Live Music & Shows at the Midland Cultural Centre
Devin Cuddy, Wild T and the Spirit, Alex in Wonderland, Alice's Adventures In Wonderland

Moonlight Snowshoe & Fondue
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Explore the Marsh under the full moon. Ski and snowshoe trails will be open late, with last admission at 7:30pm.
Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Midland Tourism

ONTARIO'S LAKE COUNTRY

Classic Film Series
February 2, 3, 4
Enjoy a classic movie for $5 in a classic venue! All movies begin at 7:30 pm and are played at the Orillia Opera House.
Click here for more information.

Live Music & Shows at Casino Rama
Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Cheech & Chong, Frank Sinatra Jr., Foreigner
Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Ontario's Lake Country

This are just some of the events happening - for a complete calendar list visit, 

http://400eleven.com/events.html

Visit our website for fun and specific getaways offers, like...

DogSledding Getaways

Snowmobiling Getaways

Downhill Skiing Getaways

Cross Country Skiing Getaways

Snowshoeing Getaways

Ice Fishing Getaways

Culinary Getaways

Click for more Winter Getaways.

Click here for the Ski and Snowboard north of Toronto info page.
Find links to your favourite alpine and cross country hosts, including links to current conditions, ski schools, web cams and online ticket purchases.

Hope to see you 'north' of Toronto!

Winter Vacations & Fun Activites, Events and Getaways north of Toronto

January 2015! A whole new year for adventure and Ontario Travel!

All the types of recreation that make winter fun are best in areas 'north' of Toronto. Ski hills and trails, forests and endless winter wonderlands offer anyone a perfect-for-them day trip or overnight(s) getaway. Other activities like attractions and indoor sports or activity centres also offer a lot of fun for those who just don't like the cold. A winter wonderland is just as beautiful seeing it through a window while holding a mug of hot chocolate and listening to a crackling fire, and that's ok! Whatever you like to do, these are the best places to do it!

Remember to always check the daily ski and snow report posted on our website.

A great number of events happen in January, here are a few to inspire you to  ~

Moonlight Guided Snowshoe Hikes 
Saturdays @ Scenic Caves
Click for more information.

Avalance Ontario Gay Ski Weekend
January 9-11 @ Blue Mountain Village
Ontario’s Only Winter LGBTQ Festival Join the celebration as we drape the Village in the rainbow colours to celebrate Pride here at Blue Mountain. A fun filled social weekend celebrating diversity, community and pride, Ontario Gay Ski Weekend has something for everyone, no matter your speed or interest. Click for more information.

Live Concerts & Shows @ Casino Rama
Grand Funk Railroad, Tribute to Johnny Cash, Dwight Yoakam, Whoopi Goldberg, The Music of ABBA, Jefferson Starship, Loverboy, America and more. Click for more information.
Click for Ontario's Lake Country Tourism information.

Live Concerts & Shows @ Midland Cultural Centre
Jack De Keyzer, Billy Joel & the Piano Men, Family Scene On Screen: Magic In The Moonlight, A Day In The Life with James LaBrie, Family Scene On Screen: Free PA Day movie - Echo and more. Click for more information.

Click for Midland Tourism information.

Sir Sam's Ski Challenge
Haliburton January 18
Family Fun ski race. Runs for 6 Sundays plus final race Saturday March 7, 2015. $40.00/person entry fee. Click for more information.
Click for Haliburton Highlands Tourism information.

Ontario's Lake Country Classic Film Series
January 26 & 27
Great classic movies played in the evening at the iconic Orillia Opera House. Cost is $5 per person. Click for more information.

World Snow Day
January 18

Canadian National Pond Hockey Championships
Deerhurst Resort, Huntsville
Open Championships: January 23 – 25
Masters Championships: January 30 – February 1
Get ready to hit the rinks and celebrate hockey’s home grown roots when the Canadian National Pond Hockey Championships return to Deerhurst Resort in January 2015. For two amazing weekends, Deerhurst Resort will be transformed into “Pond Hockey Village,” with 28 rinks on the bay, parties, entertainment, games and beverage tents, all within walking distance from accommodation.

Click for more information

Midland Winterfest Carnival
January 31 - February 1
Click for more information.
Click for Midland Tourism information
Click for Winter Carnivals north of Toronto.

For a full detail calendar-view of these events and more, happening in areas of Ontario 'north' of Toronto, visit

http://www.400eleven.com/events.html

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Visit our website for fun and specific getaways offers, like...

DogSledding Getaways

Snowmobiling Getaways

Downhill Skiing Getaways

Cross Country Skiing Getaways

Snowshoeing Getaways

Ice Fishing Getaways

Culinary Getaways

Click for more Winter Getaways.

Click here for the Ski and Snowboard north of Toronto info page.
Find links to your favourite alpine and cross country hosts, including links to current conditions, ski schools, web cams and online ticket purchases.

Have fun!