If you’re searching for ways to keep the kids entertained and engaged during the February break and Family Day long weekend in Saskatoon, look no further! We have a fantastic list of activities and events that are perfect for families. From exciting outdoor adventures to educational workshops, arts and crafts sessions, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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Things to do during Family Day Weekend and February Break in and around Saskatoon 2024: February 17 – 25, 2024
Only family activities are listed in this article. For other events, see Things to Do this weekend.
Nutrien Kôna Winter Festival
Kôna – Wanuskewin Winter Festival is an immersive 1 day event that features many indoor and outdoor activities. Celebrate Indigenous Culture and spend the day exploring the full site at this event! Details
Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wanuskewin Heritage Park
Admission by donation
Nutrien Wintershines Festival
WinterShines is one of Saskatoon’s must-attend winter events! Get ready for scavenger hunt adventures, ice sculptures, special characters, and other fun winter activities! Details
February 17 – 24, 2024
Various locations, Saskatoon
Free and ticketed
Captain Jack and The Beanstalk
Join Captain Jack on a Giant adventure as he searches the clouds for long lost treasure with Milky White. This Wide Open adaptation features Muppet Style Hand puppets, shadow puppets, catchy tunes and audience participation for the whole family to enjoy! Details
February 10 to 19, 2024
The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Avenue, Saskatoon
$12 – $17
Skate at Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink
The Meewasin Skating Rink has the best skating views in Saskatoon! Located on the edge of the South Saskatchewan River valley in the heart of downtown, it’s a true gem within the community! Details
Wednesday to Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink @Nutrien Plaza, 621 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon
Free
Winter BYXE Week
BYXE Week is an initiative aimed at encouraging and promoting cycling, while also celebrating those who make cycling a part of their commute year-round. Details
February 17 – 25, 2024
Throughout Saskatoon
Free
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Family Fishing Weekend
Residents and visitors can try fishing on water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). No license is required. Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply. – February 17-19, 2024. Grab your fishing gear and head out ice fishing for the day! Ice Fishing Lakes
“60 Years of Summer Players: A Musical Theatre Showcase”
Embark on a musical journey that looks back on the past 60 years of Saskatoon Summer Players, as well as into where we hope to go next. This extraordinary event promises a show filled with nostalgia, talent, and the magic of musical theatre. Directed by Matt Olson, our cast features a stellar lineup of performers, both seasoned veterans and rising stars, who bring along their talents and passion for performance as we relive iconic moments, beloved characters, and show-stopping numbers that have left an indelible mark on Saskatoon Summer Players’ illustrious history. Get ready to laugh, cry, and cheer for 60 years of spectacular performances! Details
February 17 – 18, 2024
The Bassment, 202 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon
$29.97 – $41.60
Sugar Shack and Sleighrides
Champetre County is offering families an opportunity to explore a hidden gem in their own back yard!
Winter has arrived and will stay for a while. Why not plan a visit to Champetre County and experience the magical winter wonderland of Saskatchewan? Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride with Clydesdale horses and cozy blankets, all set in picturesque winter countryside. It’s a perfect way to make the most out of this winter season. Details
February 18 – 19, 2024
Champetre County
$27.00 & $25 for children under 9
Jack Semple’s Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot
Experience the magic of Jack Semple’s tribute to Gordon Lightfoot! Jack Semple with his mesmerizing guitar skills and emotive vocals channels the essence of the legendary Canadian folk icon Gordon Lightfoot. Details
Friday, February 16, 2024 | 8:00 PM
The Broadway Theatre, 715 Broadway Ave, Saskatoon
$50 + applicable fees
Winter Sparkler
Old Time Dance Evening on February 17, 2024 starting at 7:30pm to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra, showcasing many different old time dances, including waltzes, polkas, and Virginia reels, and featuring Guest Callers JJ Guy and Guy Verrette and the dedicated fiddlers from the Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra. Details
Saturday February 17, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Army Navy and Air Force Club, 359-1St Ave. North, Saskatoon
$10 – $20
Saskatoon Concert Band: Romance Renewed!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day again, or if you couldn’t on the day, do it with us on Saturday, February 17, at our ‘Romance Renewed’ concert! Join us as we perform music with a connection to romance, where timeless romantic music and contemporary melodies create an unforgettable evening for you and your special other. Great stories and great music; what better way to enjoy a belated Valentine’s Day? Details
Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 7:30 PM
The Broadway Theatre, 715 Broadway Ave, Saskatoon
$15 – $25
Snowed In Comedy Tour ’24!
The Snowed In Comedy Tour has turned into a Canadian success story, celebrating its fifteenth year. It has now grown to become the biggest comedy tour in Canada. Seattle Comedy Competition winner Damonde Tschritter, Great Canadian Laugh Off winner, Paul Myrehaug, 5 time Canadian Comedian of the year nominee Pete Zedlacher are back along with 3 time female comedian of the year Debra DiGiovanni. Details
Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 7:00 PM
The Broadway Theatre, 715 Broadway Ave, Saskatoon
$50
Chase Rice
Chase Rice, with 2.4 million album sales and 2.5 billion streams, is a Nashville force. His latest album, “I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell,” showcases his evolving sound. It follows his hit singles, “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen.” and “Lonely If You Are,” maintaining his gravelly charm. Chase’s previous albums, “Lambs & Lions” and “Ignite the Night,” also enjoyed success with chart-toppers and sold-out shows alongside artists like Kenny Chesney and Garth Brooks. Details
Saturday February 17, 2024 | 6:00 PM
Coors Event Centre, 241 2nd Ave South, Saskatoon
$55 – $78
Mini Fridge Theatre- Sinners
What could possibly go wrong when a furniture store owner has an affair with the local minister’s wife? Well… the situation becomes rather complicated when the minister comes home unexpectedly! Join us and watch an intricate web of deceit become hilariously exposed as the police, members of the parish, and the women’s auxiliary all get involved in the shenanigans! Details
February 8 – 24, 2024
St. John’s Anglican Hall, 816 Spadina Cres E, Saskatoon
$66
Ram Motorsports Spectacular 2024
Ram Motorsports Spectacular is an edge-of-your-seat, super-exciting, thrill-a-minute, live exhibition of motorsport events and death-defying stunts. This exciting family event will feature Monster Truck Challenge and Free Style Motocross – Radical Jump Showcase & Open Pit Party prior to each performance! Details
February 16 – 17, 2024
SaskTel Centre, 3515 Thatcher Avenue, Saskatoon
$19 and up
Winter in Buffalo Pound
Pike Lake Provincial Park is offering a number of outdoor activities, from snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to crokicurl and ice-skating. Details
Snowy Safari Snowshoe| February 17 – 19, 2024
Snowshoe through the Past | February 17, 2024 | 3:30 PM
Crafty Corner: Homestead in a Jar | February 18, 2024 | 11:00 AM
Crafty Corner: Snowy Owl Pinecones | February 19, 2024 | 11:00 AM
Buffalo Pound Provincial Park
Guided activities require registration
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Snowy Owl Photography Workshop
Join wildlife photographer Boyd Coburn for a 3-day Snowy Owl Photography Workshop based out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Learn tips for camera settings and editing. Details
February 17 – 19, 2024
Day’s Inn Saskatoon, 2000 Idylwyld Drive North, Saskatoon
$1490
Saskatoon Winter Birdwatchng Tour
Walk through Saskatoon’s best bird-rich city parks with our experienced local guide. Look for winter visitors such as Bohemian Waxwings, crossbills, chickadees, Red-breasted Nuthatch, White-breasted Nuthatch, woodpeckers, Common Goldeneye. Details
Friday, February 16, 2024 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
President Murray Park, Colony Street at McKinnon Avenue, Saskatoon
$45
Cineplex Family Favourites
See a great family movie for only $3.99 at the Cineplex theatres this February break! Movies include The Super Mario Bros. Movie, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, and Nimona. Details
February 19 to 23, 2024
Various Cineplex Theatres
$3.99
Oral Fuentes Reggae Band
Oral Fuentes’ musical journey began in his home country of Belize, where he played for many local and national events in the popular Belizean group, Caribbean Jam. Oral and his 9-piece Saskatoon band play an infectious set list of original tunes fusing Reggae and Afro/Latin. Joining Oral are Lucianus Best (keyboards), Dave Nelson (trumpet), Mike Kereiff (trumpet), Claire Anderson (trumpet), Joseph Ashong (percussion), Zender Millar (bass), and Rocky Delis (drums). Details
Friday, February 16, 2024 | 8:30 PM
The Bassment, 202 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon
$29.97 – $41.60
SFO’s Winter Sparkler Old Time Dance Evening
Join Winter Sparkler Old Time Dance and celebrate Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra‘s 20th anniversary with guest callers JJ Guy and Guy Verrette. The orchestra’s dedicated and talented fiddlers will showcase a diverse repertoire of old time dances, including waltzes, polkas, and Virginia reels. Details
Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Army Navy and Air Force Club – 359 – 1st Avenue North, Saskatoon
$10 – $20
Aqua Adventure Water Park
Plan your weekend staycation at the Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Saskatoon. While here, check out Saskatchewan’s best indoor waterpark! The park has a 232 feet long slide, rocket sliders, hot tubs, kiddie pools, splash adventure area and more. Details
Saskatoon Travelodge Hotel, 106 Circle Drive West, Saskatoon
Family Week at Elk Ridge Resort
Book your family weekend getaway to the Elk Ridge Resort and enjoy a whole lot of winter fun including skating, crokicurl, snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing, tobogganing, curling and more. Details
February 16 – 24, 2024
Elk Ridge Resort, Hwy 264, Waskesiu Lake
Free to all registered guests
Skate in Nature
Wipe away those winter blues! Grab your skates and join us at Saskatoon’s beautiful skating rinks. Enjoy some fresh air with family and friends and attend the various events at the centre. Details
Across Saskatoon
Tayen and the Mimi Kwesak
A heartwarming children’s story! As Malena and her grandmother are making a ribbon skirt, her grandmother begins to tell his stories from her childhood about the Mimi Kwesak, the little people. Details
February 22 – March 2, 2024
Studio 914, 914 20th St W, Saskatoon
$8.50
Songs My Mother Never Sung Me
A heartfelt musical for families from Concrete Theatre about the relationship between a Deaf mother and her hearing son, performed in sung English and American Sign Language, without surtitles or interpretation. The heart of this touching and funny play is its intimate connection to playwright Dave Clarke’s experience growing up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adult). Details
February 8 – 16, 2024
Persephone Theatre – BackStage Stage, 100 Spadina Cr. East
School-Matinee: $10 per person
Family Day At The Saskatchewan Aviation Museum
Join us on Family Day for an exciting and interactive aviation experience! See who is the Top Gun in your family with our King Air 100 Flight Simulator, have your photo taken in the Bell 206B Helicopter, and explore the many different exhibits, aircraft, artifacts and restoration projects that call our museum home! Details
Monday, February 19, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saskatchewan Aviation Museum, 5 Hangar Rd, Saskatoon
Admission is a discounted rate of $10 per family or $ 5 per individual
HIGH VALLEY
With their signature sound of positive-minded, bluegrass-tinted country, Brad Rempel leads the critically acclaimed group HIGH VALLEY. The band has received praise from Rolling Stone, Pandora and more for soaring harmonies and memorable songs influenced by artists such as Diamond Rio, the Everly Brothers and Ricky Skaggs, the latter of whom has served as both a mentor and collaborator. Details
Wednesday February 21, 2024 | 8:00 PM
TCU Place, 35 22 St E, , Saskatoon
$45.25 – $71.75
Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual, international four-day event from February 16–19, 2024. Join hundreds of thousands of people from around the world as they birdwatch! This citizen science project helps scientists to understand what is happening to bird populations around the globe. Details
February 16–19, 2024
Anywhere
Free; Sign up
Enjoy a Getaway
Celebrate Family Day with Dakota Dunes Resort. Discover Saskatchewan’s rich culture and traditions through a multitude of unique activities and offers. Browse various packages to experience world-class hospitality and an unbelievable authentic Saskatchewan getaway. Details
Dakota Dunes Resort, 203 Dakota Dunes Way, Whitecap
Wonder Camps
Wonder Camps are a fun and exciting opportunity for children to form friendships, learn through hands-on STEAM activities, explore the museum and spend time playing outdoors. Details
February 20-23, 2024
Nutrien WonderHub, 950 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon
4 and 5 Day Wonder Camp Administration Fee: $75
February Break Programming
Join interpreters and special guests for a beautiful week of storytelling through song, poetry, art, and dancing! Details
February 20 – 23, 2024 | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Penner Road, Saskatoon
Regular admission
SASKATOON Wildlife Festival
Saskatoon! Meet a Sloth! Duet with a Dragon!!! Wrangle a Wallaby! Tangle with a Tortoise! The Wildlife Festival returns to Saskatoon with new animals and some favourites. Details
February 23 – 25, 2024
Hall B WTC at Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth St West, Saskatoon
Single Admission: $16 in advance, $20 at the door. Kids 3 and under Free.
Adults Only Night: $25 in advance. $30 at the door.
Saskatoon Family Expo
The Saskatoon Family Expo is a premier parenting event designed to bring everything you need under one roof – from pregnancy, baby, toddlers and beyond. Details
Saturday February 24, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Prairieland Park, Hall D, Saskatoon
$7 per person (2 and under free)
Ice Cube: Straight into Canada
Ice Cube brings his ‘Straight into Canada’ tour on February 26 with special guests Xzibit and DJ Kav. Details
Febraury 26, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Located in Diefenbaker Park, Saskatoon
$91 and up
Fun at Optimist Hill
Visit this winter leisure destination with a terrain park, ski area, and a tubing hill, chalet, and a snack shack. Details
Febraury 19 – 24, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Weather Permitting)
Located in Diefenbaker Park, Saskatoon
$20 – $30
2024 Saskatoon Blues Festival
The annual Saskatoon Blues Festival is the highlight of the Blues year! The Festival begins in the end of February, and features performance by local, national and international Blues musicians. Details
February 23 – 24 & March 1 – 2, 2024
The Bassment, 202 4th Ave N, Saskatoon
$47.70
Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys
There’s no other band around like Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys. With a slight bend of his knee and guided by the sharp cuts of his fiddle, Gordie will launch into a song, the whole time his famous crazy legs shaking and twisting with a laughing disregard for the laws of physics. The Rhythm Boys are all-star pickers and singers able to play down-home country, reckless rockabilly, traditional fiddle, and intricate bluegrass. Details
Sunday, February 25, 2024 | 7:30 PM
The Bassment, 202 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon
$35.79 – $47.42
Coldest Night of the Year
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Details
Saturday, February 24, 2024
YWCA Saskatoon, 510 25th Street East, Saskatoon
Fundraiser
Winter Adventures in Saskatchewan Provincial Parks
Explore the provincial parks across Saskatchewan this winter season. In addition to skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, winter walk, you can also enjoy various interpretive programs this season. Reserve your campsites and enjoy winter camping at select parks. For a more comfortable camping experience, check out the camp-easy cabins at Echo Valley or Cypress Hills. Details
Saskatoon Blades
Cheer on the Blades at the SaskTel Centre. Details
vs Brandon Wheat Kings on Friday, February 23, 2024 | 7:00 PM
SaskTel Centre, Saskatoon
$7.50 – $31.50
Saskatchewan Rush
Cheer on the Rush at the SaskTel Centre. Details
vs. Halifax Thunderbirds on Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 7:00 PM
SaskTel Centre, 3515 Thatcher Avenue, Saskatoon
$34.50 – $64.50
Virtual Canadian Birkie
Join Canadian Birkie virtually. You can classic ski, skate ski, roller-ski, skijor, cycle, run, ice skate, snowshoe, or walk in a 4, 8, 13, 31 or 55 kilometre event. Details
February 12 – 24, 2024
Wherever you are
$20
Go Winter Walking
City parks and green spaces, Provincial parks, and conservation areas are great places to enjoy some time with nature. Details
February Art Camps
Children will create art in our learning studio with knowledgeable instructors who love making art as much as they do. They’ll be inspired by Remai Modern exhibitions, discovering art that expands their imagination. Turn inspiration into art projects in the studio while exploring various tools, techniques and materials. Details
February 20 – 23, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Remai Modern, 102 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon
$200 members, $280 non-members
Extended care available from 8-9 AM and 4-5 PM, $40
Constantinople: From Seville to Isfahan
The 15th and 16th Centuries were the “Golden Age” of Spanish music, blending Franco-Flemish and Moorish influences. Simultaneously, Persian and Central Asian music flourished in the courts of Shah Ismail and Sultan Suleyman. A collaboration between virtuosos Kiya Tabassian and Fahmi Alqhai combines Spanish Renaissance and Persian/Ottoman masterpieces in a rich musical journey. Details
Sunday, February 25, 2024 | 7:30 PM
The Broadway Theatre, 715 Broadway Ave, Saskatoon
$41 – $46
Snowy Owl Photography and Viewing Tour
Join our experienced local birding guide for a 3.5-hour self-driving guided Snowy Owl Tour. We will drive out of Saskatoon through a rural farming district. Details
Friday, February 23, 2024 | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Fas Gas Plus, Highway 5 at Highway 41, Saskatoon
$290 for 1 to 4
Visit Indoor Attractions
Indoor attractions are a fun place to visit especially during the winter season. Plan to visit Saskatoon’s indoor attractions for a fun time. Details
More Winter Fun
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We have some free shows coming up for the Saskatoon Blues Society
Weds Feb. 21 – “Check out the Blues” at the Francis Morrison (Main) library at 2:30pm.
Nigel Mack will be giving a presentation for kids and their families.
Sat. Feb 24 – Amigos Cantina back room at 2pm
Nigel Mack will be giving a slide guitar seminar. It’s an all-ages venue.
Thursday Feb 22 at Bud’s on Broadway
Free showcase of Saskatchewan bands.
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