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Family Day Weekend in Hamilton 2019: A go-to list of family activities and events taking place during the family weekend in Hamilton.
For all other events like live music, theatre and nightclubs, and other activities, see This Weekend in Hamilton.
Family Fishing Weekend – No license required. Residents and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply. – February 16 – 18, 2019 – Details
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2019 Hamilton Winterfest
Winterfest is a celebration of Hamilton and the beauty of the season. This annual program is celebrating its 40th year with participating partners including neighbourhood associations, galleries, museums, recreation centres, and small businesses. Winter-inspired art, heritage and recreation programming in communities across the city will move Hamilton residents to get out, connect with others and explore for 17 fun-filled days. Details
February 1 – 18, 2019
Various venues, Hamilton
Winter Activities at County of Brant
Hamilton Kids-Fest 2019
February 16 – 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 AM
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum – 9280 Airport Road, Hamilton
Kids all-day wristbands (includes rides & admission): $25, Adults $10; Family $60; Children 1 and Under Free
Broadway Dreamers
Breoadway Dreamers takes audiences on a journey through classic Broadway shows from 1902 to 2017. Focusing on the ways that children and young adults have been featured on Broadway, Broadway Dreamers includes favourites such as Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, Oliver, Annie, Gypsy, Sound of Music, Bye Bye Birdie, Newsies, Into The Woods, Falsettos, Footloose and Grease. Details
February 15 – March 3, 2019
Hamilton Theatre, 140 MacNab Street North, Hamilton
$12.00 – $27.00
Winter Paper Crafts at The Inc.
The Hamilton Artists Inc. invites you to explore your creativity through the art of paper crafts! Come join us at the gallery where our Inc. instructor will provide a tutorial on how to make winter themed paper crafts. Learn about family, community and sharing through this free, hands-on craft day! Hot chocolate and snacks provided. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Hamilton Artists Inc., 155 James St North, Hamilton
Drop in
P. Tchaikovsky Swan Lake
Tchaikovsky’s enchanting Swan Lake, the full-length story ballet with choreography by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov was turned into a spectacular dance. The heart-warming story celebrates the magic and wonder with the talented and creative crew of 55 dancers, this must-see opulent ballet tells the familiar tale of an evil sorcerer standing in the way of true love. This magical ballet is great for the whole family! Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM
Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts, 88 Dalhousie Street, Brantford ON
$45 – $65
Family Day Open House
Celebrate Family Day at Ireland House Museum. Participants can look forward to exploring the Ireland family home, lemon shortbread cookie demonstrations and sampling by the hearth and creating a family keepsake craft. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ireland House Museum, 2168 Guelph Line, Burlington
$15/family
Family Day Antique Market
Mizener’s Antiques open Family Day. Come shop with the family and enjoy lunch or breakfast at one of our on site restaurants. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Mizener’s Antiques & More Market, 367 Highway 5 West, Dundas
Free
Games Night at the Museum
Bring your family and friends for an entertaining evening of board game playing and snacks. Details
Thursday, February 14, 2019 | 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Hamilton Children’s Museum, 1072 Main Street East, Hamilton
Pay what you can
Winterfest Free Skate
Enjoy skating for all ages. Children 6 years and under must be accompanied by a responsible guardian 12 years and older. CSA approved helmets are mandatory for children under 6 years of age. CSA helmets are strongly recommended during Open Skating sessions by all participants. Details
Glanbrook Arena | February 15 | 12:00 PM & 1:30 PM
Eastwood Arena | February 15 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Inch Park Arena |February15 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Carlisile Arena | February 15 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Pier 8 outdoor rink | Daily
Coronation Arena | February 16 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dave Andreychuk Arena | February 15 & 16
Morgan Firestone Arena | February 18 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Harry Howell Arena | February 15 | 1:00 PM – 12:00 PM
Lawfield Arena | | February 18 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Free
Family Day Events @ HPL
February 16 – 18, 2019
Hamilton Public Library – Various branches
Free drop-in
Family Fun Day – Trains, Trains and more Trains
Visit our educational activity stations: build, experiment – make a sun-dial to take home. Gather alongside the model railroad train track where the model steam trains will be running. Suitable for children 5 years and up. Adult supervision is required. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology National Historic Site, 900 Woodward Avenue
This is a free event. Regular admission rates apply to the musuem. Adults: $7, Seniors/Youth: $6, Children: $5, Infants: Free, Family: $20
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Early Morning Risers
Start your Saturday weekend morning with company, coffee and treats and let the kids get to work playing in an interactive and exploratory environment. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Hamilton Children’s Museum, 1072 Main Street East
Free
Family Day Winter Fun
Family Day activities around the Children’s Farm and Playbarn. Visit your favorite farm animals and enjoy some special family day activities and demonstrations. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Bronte Creek Provincial Park, 1219 Burloak Drive, Oakville, ON
Children’s Farm and Nature Centre – Access from Parking Lot C
Daily Vehicle Permit $17, Senior Permit (65+) $13.50, Disabled Permit (with proof of Ontario Disability Permit) $8.50
2019 Annual Select Winterfest Tournament
7-17 years of age from Canada and USA. Details
February 14 – 17, 2019
Various locations
Bare Bear Bones
A hilarious comedy. Empty nesters, Norman and Ruth, try to rekindle the spark in their marriage, return to the campground of their youth in a broken-down tent trailer. Things have changed at the campground since their last visit… when all is exposed…everyone is in for a surprise and a lot of laughs. Details
February 15 – 17, 21 – 24, 2019
Paris Fairgrounds, 139 Silver St, Paris
$20, EyeGo Students $5 (with ID)
Valens Lake Ice Fishing Derby
Valens Lake Conservation Area’s annual catch and release ice fishing derby is for anglers of all ages! Prizes will be awarded to the top three anglers, both adult and child, with the largest pan fish species; bluegill, crappie, and perch. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | Sunrise to 1:00 PM
Valens Lake Conservation Area, 1691 Regional 97 Rd, Cambridge, ON
$25 Adults / $15 Kids 12 and under
Chocolate Fun Factory
Treat your little ones to our Chocolate Fun Factory workshop. There your kids will discover the secrets of chocolate making – guided by our Chocolatier. They will learn, taste and create their very own chocolate creations!Suitable for ages 4 – 99, (parental supervision required). Duration: 90+ Minutes. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 11:00 AM , 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
Chocolate Tales, 430 York Boulevard, Hamilton
$58
Family Movie
Join us for a fun family movie time: Small Foot. Bring your own sandwiches & beverages. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 11:45 AM (After the service)
Harmony Baptist Church, 1763 Upper James Street, Hamilton
Free
Family Day Breakfast
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
MacNab Street Presbyterian Church, 116 MacNab St. S., Hamilton
Free
Family Day at Dundurn
Explore a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site on Family Day!
On a guided tour of over 40 rooms in Dundurn Castle, discover what it was like to live and play above stairs and work and live below stairs. Visitors will enjoy hands-on activities throughout their tour and sample a variety of historic goodies made in the kitchen. Visit the neighbouring Hamilton Military Museum for a self-guided experience with dress-up and engaging activities, while exploring the historical figures who lived in Hamilton during the War of 1812 and First World War. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Dundurn National Historic Site, 610 York Boulevard
Adults: $12, Seniors/Youth: $10, Children: $6.50, Infants: Free, Family: $32
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The Gages: An Early Upper Canadian Family
Visit the 200 year-old Gage home on Family Day and experience the work and play of an early Upper Canadian family. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Battlefield House Museum & Park, 77 King Street West
Adults: $7, Seniors/Youth: $6, Children: $5, Infants: Free, Family: $20
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Family Day Comedy Classics
Tour the McQuesten home as it was in 1939 and then head to the renovated Stable to enjoy short comedy classic films and cartoons such as The Little Rascals and Popeye. Share the fun of classic family entertainment of the 1930s. Refreshments are available for purchase. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Whitehern Historic House & Garden, 41 Jackson Street West
Adults: $7.50, Seniors/Youth: $6.50, Children: $5.50, Infants: Free, Family: $22
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Family Arts Day
Bring the whole family for a day of arts activities from visual arts to music to dance to theatre. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts, 126 James Street South
Free, Pre-register to guarantee your spot!
Dundas Rotary Winter Carnival
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Dundas Driving Park, 71 Cross Street
Free
Family Day Weekend Skate & Bulldogs Game
Join us for an afternoon of old-fashioned fun as we celebrate what family means with games, crafts and activities. Special appearance from Bruiser the Mascot. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019
Family Skate | 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Game | 7:00 PM
FirstOntario Centre, 101 York Boulevard, Hamilton
$15, Kids 12 and under – Free
Rogers Winteractive
The Rogers Winteractive is back at the Hamilton Bulldogs Family Day game. Air hockey tournament winners from across the festival will be invited to the game to face off in the Winteractive Playoffs for an chance to win the grand prize! Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FirstOntario Centre, 101 York Boulevard, Hamilton
Family Fun Day
Join us for an afternoon of old-fashioned fun as we celebrate what family means with games, crafts and activities. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Hamilton Children’s Museum, 1072 Main Street East
Adults: $2.50, Seniors/Youth: $2.50, Children: $4.50, Infants (under 1yr) Free, Family: $10
Disney’s High School Musical Jr.
Presented by Milton Youth Theatre Productions Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extra-curricular activities. When Troy and Gabriella audition for the school musical, many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo” but prove that Troy and Gabriella’s alliance opens the door for others to shine as well. The show’s infectious danceable songs are sure to engage performers and audiences alike. Details
February 14 – 17, 2019
FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton, 1010 Main St E, Milton
$21, Child (1-13): $16
Pete The Cat
Pete The Cat is a new musical based on the wildly popular Pete The Cat series of books for young children. Join Jimmy and Pete on a new adventure of friendship and inspiration! The Pete The Cat book series is by Kimberly and James Dean and originally directed and choreographed by Dan Knechtges. Recommended for Children Ages 4+. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 2:00 PM
Burlington Performing Arts Centre – Main Theatre, 1333 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington
$25 – $39
Hamilton Bulldogs
vs. Peterborough Petes on Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM
vs. Barrie Colts on Monday, February 18, 2019 | 2:00 PM
First Ontario Centre, Hamilton
Spiders Alive!
Explore the amazing adaptations and behaviours of over 17 species of spiders and other many-legged creatures, with special events and daily programs for all ages. Details
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
Included in your General Admission or Membership
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