WINTER BREAK 2023 – 2024
Here’s a list of fun activities to enjoy as a family during the winter break from December 23, 2023 – January 7, 2024.
More Fun Things to Do During Winter Break
See Christmas Lights
- Visit locations throughout the Town to view the Light Displays at Kingsville Fantasy of Lights.
- Enjoy light displays during the Amherstburg River Lights. Jones Park features whimsical, playful displays for the kids and the kid at heart to enjoy. If you enjoy more traditional displays that showcase the warm-hearted feel of the season visit the King’s Navy Yard Park.
- See signature displays in numerous City of Windsor buildings during the Citywide Bright Lights Windsor.
- Take a drive to 24 Marshwoods Blvd in Kingsville and see over 33,000 light bulbs that dance to holiday favourites such as Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, Mr. Grinch and popular hits.
- Enjoy a beautiful outdoor walk-through holiday and light experience, including numerous ornamental/holiday lighting displays and a forty-foot-tall walk-through Christmas tree
Outdoor Winter activities
Skiing
Skiing is an enjoyable way to take in the winter scenery and a great activity for all ages. Cross-country skiing can be enjoyed throughout the region on various trails.
Go skating at Lanspeary Lions Outdoor Rink. Skate aids, as well as parents/guardians without skates are not permitted on the ice during public skating. Helmets, gloves and other safety equipment are highly recommended for everyone who is on the ice.
For easy fun winter, sports try snowshoeing. This is an excellent way to exercise in winter and a great way to enjoy nature’s beauty.
Tobogganing
Who wants to bo tobogganing? You might already know the more popular ones. Malden Park and Optimist Memorial Park are great places to spend your time tobogganing.
Geocaching
Winter Walk
Winter Walks anyone? The beauty of winter can best be enjoyed by a walk. Whether you take a brisk walk or a relaxed one, what is certain is that you will have a wonderful time enjoying the open air and crisp winter beauty. Pack a picnic and plan to spend an afternoon outside playing games with your loved ones.
Go Bird Watching
Birding is a fun activity to do in winter. What are the popular winter birds that you can spot? Can you notice any winter adaptation changes in them? Grab a pair of binoculars, download a bird ID app, and try to name all the birds that you can spot. Do a Christmas Bird Count. If you don’t want to venture outside do an unofficial count of the birds that visit your bird feeder.
Visit Provincial Parks /National Parks
Provincial Parks and National Parks offers many outdoor activities. Even if you have visited in spring or summer, winter presents an entirely new experience to enjoy. You can enjoy a whole lot of activities from skating, snowshoeing, skiing, camping, and more. You can even spend overnight in the cozy comfort of a yurt in select provincial parks!
Christmas or New Year Brunch/Dinner/Festive Treats
Enjoy brunch, dinner at these restaurants:
- Riverside Pie Cafe
- Ciociaro Club
- Thyme
- El Diablo
- Giovanni Caboto Club
- Sweet Revenge
- The Twisted Apron
- Planet Joy
- The Keg
- Harbour House Waterfront Eatery
- The Hub operated by Samantha Buhler
- River Room Restaurant
- A HOLE Lotta Donuts
- Anchor Coffee House
- The Butcher of Kingsville/Taphouse 127
- Sawyer’s BBQ
- Spago Windsor
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The Brick 39th Annual New Year’s Run – Virtual Event
Register and Participate from December 28, 2023 to January 31, 2024
Wherever you are
$10 – $65
Worlds of the Night
This travelling exhibition uses both dimmed and glowing light atmospheres to provide a mysterious and exciting experience while learning about astonishing night facts. Children will finally have the opportunity to stay up all night! Details
Saturday, September 23, 2023 to Sunday, January 14, 2024
December 24 and 25 & January 1, 2024 | Closed
Chimczuk Museum, 401 Riverside Dr. W, Windsor
$4.50 – $5.50
Rosalie Trombley Commemorative Exhibition
This new temporary exhibition explores the life and work of radio pioneer Rosalie Trombley. The exhibition includes biographical information, stories of Rosalie’s life, musician features, records, audio recordings, fashion, vintage items and artifacts from the Big 8, awards, tributes and more. Details
September 17, 2023 to Friday March 1, 2024
December 24 and 25 & January 1, 2024 | Closed
Chimczuk Museum, 401 Riverside Dr. W, Windsor
$4.50 – $5.50
Windsor Spitfires vs. Sarnia Sting: New Year’s Eve
Ring in the New Year with a puck drop and start counting down to NYE Night! Join us for an afternoon of exhilarating hockey and festive cheer as we welcome a year of endless possibilities. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 2:05 PM
WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor
$20.80 – $44.80
Windsor Spitfires vs. Flint Firebirds: Goalie Appreciation Night
Ring in the New Year with a puck drop and start counting down to NYE Night! Join us for an afternoon of exhilarating hockey and festive cheer as we welcome a year of endless possibilities.! Details
Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 7:05 PM
WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor
$20.80 – $44.80
New Years Fireworks Show and Free Skating
End the year with a bang! Enjoy free skating, hot chocolate and crafts at the Kingsville Arena on December 31, 2023. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023
4:30 pm to 6:50 pm – Free Skating, Hot Chocolate and crafts.
7:00 pm – Fireworks launch for a Happy New Year and closing of the Fantasy of Lights events.
Kingsville Arena & Lakeside Park, Kingsville
Free
LaSalle New Year’s Eve Fireworks
The LaSalle New Year’s Eve Drive-In Fireworks show is scheduled at the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex, 2121 Laurier Parkway, LaSalle. Find a parking spot on-site and snuggle up with your family for an exciting fireworks display. Fireworks begin at 7:30 pm on December 31 and will be launched behind the outdoor pavilion, near the splash pad, making them visible from any parking lot on-site. Details
Sunday December 31, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex, 2121 Laurier Parkway, LaSalle
Parking is available at the Vollmer Complex inside a designated parking lot only. Parking on Laurier Parkway or surrounding roads is not permitted. Please do not park on roadways, paths, trails or grass. LaSalle Police Service will be enforcing parking.
Free
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Free Skating and Swimming
Ring in the holiday season at the WFCU Centre where you and the whole family can enjoy 2 hours of FREE public skating and swimming! Be sure to join us at 6:00p, and keep look out for some tasty NYE goodies. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor
Free
Holiday Themed Events
- Holiday Market at Bright Lights Windsor on Fridays & Saturdays, until January 7, 2024 @ Jackson Park
- Holiday Bingo at the Chimczuk Museum on December 23 to January 7, 2024
- Annual Holiday Tours on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM @ Willistead Manor
- Winter Wonderland on Saturday and Sunday, until December 24, 2023 | 10 AM – 6 PM @ Amherstburg
- Santa’s Winter Woodland on until December 24, 2023 @ Devonshire Mall
- HOHOHoliday 5k on December 1 – 31, 2023
Children’s Activities
Keep your child engaged at home with these fun activities.