Have Fun This Winter
5 must-see attractions in torontoToronto
(Jan.27.12)
Baby its cold outside! But don't hibernate this winter; let’s embrace the cold Canadian weather, eh? Celebrate winter in the city with these five fabulous kid-friendly attractions that you shouldn’t miss in Toronto this winter.
Downsview Park's WinterFest
Bundle the kids up for some family fun at Downsview Park's WinterFest. There is an ice slide, ice sculpting demonstrations, an ice brick play area for kids, snow clowns and magicians, and other performers. Be sure to stop by the Disney on Ice booth!
February 4, 11am – 4pm; Downsview Park, (Sheppard Ave. and Keele St.), www.downsviewpark.ca
Bloor-Yorkville IceFest
The annual Bloor-Yorkville IceFest is back for its seventh year with ice sculpture displays, events and more, all in the theme of Winter Wilderness. Artists will showcase ice sculpture displays including “Winter Wilderness” ice display, crafted from an astounding 25,000 lbs. of ice. There will be ice carving demonstrations, on-street performers and skating performances by “Glisse on Ice”.
Saturday February 25 & 26, 12:00 to 5:00 pm; Village of Yorkville Park (Cumberland and Bellair Streets); www.bloor-yorkville.com
Skate the Natrel Rink
Skate seven days a week on the city's winter gem by the lake at The Natrel Rink. Hot food and drinks are available at the rink side restaurant, and there are indoor change rooms with lockers. Skating lessons are also offered for all ages.
Harbourfront Centre; 235 Queens Quay W.; 416-973-4000; harbourfrontcentre.com
Montgomery's Inn Farmer Market
Eat local all winter long! The Montgomery’s Inn Farmers market is now indoors this winter. Buy direct from the farmer in a historical setting every Wednesday, including fresh bread from the Inn’s wood-fired oven, meat, cheese, winter/greenhouse vegetables, fruit, cider, tofu, jam, baked goods and more.
Wednesdays, 3:00 – 6:00pm; Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas Street West, Dundas and Islington; 416-394-8113; www.montgomerysinn.com
Toronto's Ultimate Travel Show
Alright, if you can’t bear the cold, then escape the winter blues by exploring warm and exotic vacation destinations at Toronto’s Ultimate Travel Show. Discover cultures from around the world through exciting exhibitors, seminars and entertainment from around the world. Who knows, maybe you’ll be inspired to plan your next vacation.
January 28th - 29th; Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building Hall E., Toronto; www.totravelshow.com.
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