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Thursday, February 16, 2012

Family Day Weekend Winter Carnivals,Festivals & Events February 17-20, 2012

Winter Carnivals

Winterlude

Ottawa
February 3-20, 2012
Come to Winterlude, where three fun-filled weekends of excitement and activity await the whole family! From glittering ice carvings and majestic snow sculptures to the world’s largest skating rink, a gigantic snow playground and explosive shows under the winter sky, Winterlude is a great way to celebrate and enjoy the winter season.
Winterlude website info
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels  Ottawa, ON,  Ottawa hotels on-line
See more Ontario Winter Carnivals 

Snowman Mania

Wasaga Beach
February 17-20, 2012
Four days of affordable family fun. Activities include: Chili Cook-off, Bingo, Live Entertainment, Pancake Breakfast, Skating, Nordic Skiing, Tobaggaing, and Fireworks
Snowman mania info
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Wasaga Beach, ON
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Haliburton Frostfest
February 18 2012
Celebrate winter in the Haliburton Highlands This is a weekend packed with events for all ages, including: 9th Annual Haliburton Highlands Dogsled Derby, Ice Slide, Snowmobile Scavenger Hunt, Outdoor movie,Giant Bonfire.
Frostfest info
Stay at Resorts, Inn, Hotels   Haliburton, ON        Haliburton Hotels on-line
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Penetanguishene Winterama
Penetanguishene
February  18-19, 2012
Join us for one of Ontario’s longest running, community winter celebrations as Penetanguishene Winterama, Ontario’s oldest winter carnival, celebrates it's 63rd anniversary February 18 – 20, 2011
Affordable fun for the whole family!
Winterama info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels    Penetanguishene, ON   Midland, ON
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Voyageur Winter Carnival
Thunder Bay
February 18-20, 2012
Join in an exciting celebration of winter! Snowsculpture & snowman making contests! Sleigh & dog sled rides
Voyageur winter carnival info
Thunder Bay Hotels on-line
See more Ontario Winter Carnivals  

Dryden Winter Festival
Dryden
February 18, 2012
There is a full slate of activities planned that will convince you winter is a fun time of the year. Highlights include a free family fishing derby, 3 on 3 hockey tournament, the "pimp your ice shack contest" and the whole thing is kicked off by a celebratory hockey match
Dryden Winter Festival Info
Dryden Hotels on-line
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Kirkland Lake Winter Carnival
Kirkland Lake
February 16- March 4, 2012
The Winter Carnival is a community event focused on children events. Highlights include the Mush for Gold Dog Sled Races and the Annual National CSRA Canadian Snowcross Championship Event.
Kirkland Lake winter carnival info
Kirkland Lake Hotels on-line
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Annual Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival
Dorset
February 17-18, 2012
A family skating party with music, hot dogs and hot chocolate, adult Broomball Tournament, pancake breakfast, parade, horse drawn wagon rides, Mini-Snowmobile rides, displays and demonstrations, entertainment, food, music and more.
Dorset snowball winter carnival info
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Mooseclac
Longlac
February 16-19, 2012
The annual Winter Carnival held in Longlac which brings the entire community out for weekend of fun. Scheduled events include "All Timers" hockey, skiing, curling
Mooseclac info
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February Festivals & Events

Barry's Bay Timberfest
Barry's Bay
February 16–19, 2012
A fun filled family weekend celebrating logging and the timbering heritage of the Madawaska Valley in Barry's Bay, Wilno and Combermere.
Timberfest Info
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels  Barry’s Bay, ON

Sudbury Winterfest
Sudbury
February 17, 2012
Celebrate with us on the moonlight beach, following a torch-lit parade from Science North.
Sudbury Winterfest Info Phone: (705) 918-2601
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Sudbury
WinterFeast
Orangeville
February 15-March 9, 2012
To showcase the high-calibre culinary prowess found throughout this region, we are pleased to offer WinterFeast at which participating restaurants offer fantastic gourmet menus at reduced prices.
Winterfeast Info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Orangeville, ON
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Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve

Snowmobile Poker Run
February 18th 2012 
This popular fundraising event is now in its 23rd year.  Participants will gather token cards along the trail, which can be traded for a Poker hand, the winning hand will ride away with a brand new 2012 model snowmobile.  Each stop is sponsored by a different Kennisis Lake business, who will keep you warm and fortified with everything from pancakes to chilli.  All proceeds are collected for the Haliburton Volunteer Fire Department.  For more information please go to www.haliburtonforest.com or call  705-754-2148.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, ON
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Lupercalia Winter Multi-Arts Festival
Owen Sound, ON
February 17-19, 2012
Lupercalia is an annual winter multi-arts festival, which takes place in over two dozen venues in the core of Downtown Owen Sound, featuring over 100 performers and exhibitors from near and far.
Multi-Arts Festival Info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Owen Sound, ON
Skating, Snowshoeing + Horse  Wagon Rides in the Village
Blue Mountain Village
Blue Mountains
January 1 - February 29, 2012
Come to Blue Mountain Village and enjoy the area's largest free outdoor skating rink*! Meet at Windy O'Neill's Irish Pub every Saturday and Sunday from 1-4pm for a free Horse & Wagon ride through the Village. Grab your snowshoes and meet outside Columbia Sports Store every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:30am for a free guided snowshoe walk*
*weather permitting & rentals available.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Collingwood-Blue Mountain ON
See more Ontario February events 

American Express® presents Taste of Winterlude

Ottawa/Hull
January 26-February 18, 2012
Warm up to Winterlude and discover the flavours of Canada's Capital. A variety of restaurants will offer fine dining experiences, wine pairings and other culinary delights.  Witness breathtaking fireworks at the opening ceremony. Skate on the Rideau Canal. Enjoy dazzling ice sculptures at the Rogers Crystal Garden. Come to Winterlude and celebrate Canada's Capital Region in winter!
Taste of Winterlude website info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Ottawa, ON, Otttawa hotels on-line

See more Ontario February events 

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Monday, January 30, 2012

Featured Winter Carnivals and February Festivals & Events February 3-5, 2012

Winter Carnivals

Barrie's Winterfest & Festival of Ice
Downtown Barrie
February 4-5, 2012
Heritage Park and Barrie Waterfront. Named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario this is a truly Canadian winter adventure for the whole family - the best way to beat the February blues(also Blues Festival)! ......dog sled rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, midway, lumberjack shows, skating, polar bear swim, pancake breakfast, crafts, story time, ice slides. Kids will enjoy exploring the ice maze.... snow sculpture with slides carved right into the snow of ice. 
stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Barrie, ON, Barrie hotels on-line

Ground Hog Day and Wiarton Willie Festival
Wiarton
February 1-5, 2012
Winter fun for both kids and adults including,Wiarton Willie's Queen of the Festival Pageant A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Checkerboard, and Wiarton Willie's Prediction Ceremonies for the arrival of Ontario Spring.
Wiarton Willie Festival web Site Click Here
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels   Walter Falls, ON, Owen Sound Hotels on-line
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Ontario Winter Carnivals 

Winterlude
Ottawa
February 3-20, 2012
Come to Winterlude, where three fun-filled weekends of excitement and activity await the whole family! From glittering ice carvings and majestic snow sculptures to the world’s largest skating rink, a gigantic snow playground and explosive shows under the winter sky, Winterlude is a great way to celebrate and enjoy the winter season.
Winterlude website info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Ottawa, ON,  Ottawa hotels on-line
See more
Ontario Winter Carnivals 

Sunnidale Winterama
New Lowell –Clearview Township
February 2-5, 2012
Spaghetti dinner, parade, pancake breakfast, snowmobile poker run and lots of activities for the family
Sunnidale Winterama info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels   Collingwood, ON,  Collingwood Hotels on-line
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Ontario Winter Carnivals 

Midland’s Annual Outdoor Winterfest
February  3-5, 2012 
This popular annual festival will be the biggest outdoor event to date with special activities of interest for the entire family
Midland Winterfest info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Midland, ON    Midland Hotels on-line

Port Carling Winterfest
Port Carling
February 3-5, 2012
Port Carling Winterfest 2012– The festival begins Friday evening with fireworks, hot dogs and chocolate and a MUCH MUSIC Video Dance. Saturday is a full day of events for the whole family, including log sawing, a dog show, kid's games, face painting, horse and wagon rides, children's entertainers Jam Sandwich, a roast beef dinner and a rock and roll dance with Muskoka Roads!   Sunday's events include a pancake breakfast, polar bear dip and the snow snake competition.
Port Carling winterfest info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Port Carling, ON     Port Carling Hotels On-line

Bon Soo Winter Carnival
Sault Ste. Marie
February 3-12, 2012
Come to Saul Ste. Marie, Canada and celebrate years of Winter Magic. Family Traditions continue for ten days, while residents and visitors alike will GET OUT and GET ACTIVE, BON SOO!
Bon Soo winter carnival info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Sault  Ste. Marie, ON       Sault Ste. Marie Hotels on-line

 Carnaval de La Ronde
Timmins
February 23-25, 2012
Come enjoy the area's premier winter carnaval. Fun for the whole family
Carnaval de La Ronde info
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels  Timmins, On    Timmins hotels on-line


February Festivals & Events

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike
Haliburton
February 4,  2012
Apres Ski & Dance  
Carl Dixon Band, Food and a Great Night of Dancing
Purchase your tickets now for the best Apres Ski Party of the winter.
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike Apres Ski info
stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Haliburton, ON 
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Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
Collingwood, Blue Mountains
February 4, 2012

2012 NordicFestJoin us for our annual celebration of cross country skiing and snowshoeing!
Cost is $12 and includes your trail pass for the day, free hot chocolate and
apple cider all day long in the warm-up cabin, activities for kids, free clinics and the opportunity to test out gear from major ski and snowshoe manufacturers.
NordicFest Info
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Collingwood-Blue Mountain ON
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Skating, Snowshoeing + Horse & Wagon Rides in the Village
Blue Mountain Village
Blue Mountains
January 1 - February 29, 2012
Come to Blue Mountain Village and enjoy the area's largest free outdoor skating rink*! Meet at Windy O'Neill's Irish Pub every Saturday and Sunday from 1-4pm for a free Horse & Wagon ride through the Village. Grab your snowshoes and meet outside Columbia Sports Store every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:30am for a free guided snowshoe walk*
*weather permitting & rentals available.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Collingwood-Blue Mountain ON
See more Ontario February events  

American Express® presents Taste of Winterlude
Ottawa/Hull
January 26-February 18, 2012
Warm up to Winterlude and discover the flavours of Canada's Capital. A variety of restaurants will offer fine dining experiences, wine pairings and other culinary delights.  Witness breathtaking fireworks at the opening ceremony. Skate on the Rideau Canal. Enjoy dazzling ice sculptures at the Rogers Crystal Garden. Come to Winterlude and celebrate Canada's Capital Region in winter!
Taste of Winterlude website info

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Ottawa, ON, Otttawa hotels on-line
See more Ontario February events

IMAX Festival
Sudbury , ON
January 20 – February 5, 2012
Take a wide variety of larger-than-life giant screen IMAX films during this popular annual film festival.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Sudbury, ON
See more Ontario February events

Saturday, January 15, 2011

Winter Carnivals Continue this Weekend North of Toronto

Winter Carnivals in Ontario embrace sports, culture, recreation and outdoor fun with Canadian tradition deeply rooted in our heritage.  The Canadian spirit is always present at one of the many winter carnivals, snow fests, winterfests, snow festivals or ice festivals north of Toronto.

PHOTO:  Barrie Winter Carnival--see more photos


Winter in Ontario carnival fun includes skating, dog sledding, ice carvings, outdoor ice slides, outdoor curling, ice mazes, snow tubing, toboggan rides, wood splitting, wood burning fires, axe throwing, lumberjack antics, snow tubing, hot chocolate, hot cider, face painting, clowns, and smash-up car derbies. The 2011 Senior Winter Games is hosted in Haliburton at the same time as Winterfest.