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Family Day Weekend in London 2019: A list of activities and events taking place in and around London region during Family Day Weekend. February 15 – 18, 2019
I. Family & Kids Events
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
Time for Tea with Mini Me
Parents, caregivers and children are invited to a Children’s Museum tea party! Enjoy tea, treats, light refreshments and quality time with your little one. Circle time hosted by our Early Years Program Facilitator, Hannah. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
London Children’s Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Road South, London
General Admission
Family Day Celebration – Boler Mountain
Come celebrate Family Day with us! Boler Mountain will be open extended hours for skiing and snowboarding both Sunday and Monday. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Special tubing event | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fireworks over West Hill | 9:00 PM
Boler Mountain, 689 Griffith Street, London
Family Day: Supersized Games
Spend quality time with your family, friends and loved ones this Family Day! Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
London Children’s Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Road South, London
General Admission
Family Fun Day @ Museum of Ontario Archaeology
The Museum will be open and is planning a variety of indoor and outdoor activities to appeal to all ages. There will be storytelling and tours throughout the gallery, building musical instruments, facepainting and more. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Drum Making Workshop: Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Museum of Ontario Archaeology, 1600 Attawandaron Rd, London
Adult $5; Senior/Student $4; Child (5-12) $3; Family $12; Children (5-) and MOA Members/Sponsors Free; Drum Making Workshop $175
Family Day Weekend
Spend quality time together this Family Day weekend! Challenge your loved ones and play oversized games like Snakes & Ladder, Connect Four, Human Hungry Hippos and more. Build a maze for your tiny hex bug to navigate. Details
Open all weekend long including Monday, February 18th for Family Day
London Children’s Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Road South, London
Adult $9+HST; Child 2 years and up $9+HST; Child 12-23 months $4.50+HST; Members and children under 12 months admitted Free
Family Day at Kinsmen Fanshawe Sugar Bush
Join us for some outdoor family fun! The first 50 families can tap their own tree! Enjoy a Campfire, demonstrations and then our famous hot pancakes dripping with our very own maple syrup! Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kinsmen Fanshawe Sugar Bush, 21201-C Lakeside Drive, Thorndale
$2/person or $10 carload
Imagination Station
This drop-in program for adults and children will stimulate communication, collaboration and creativity. Visit one of our many exhibitions and then stop by for an afternoon of artmaking. Our staff monitors will provide guidance and introduce you to a wide range of art-making through painting, drawing, sculpture, print-making and more. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Free drop-in
Family Art Sundays
Join us for this popular program, in which you and your child are led through different art activities by a Gallery Educator. The activities change every week, so bring your family and friends, and come and get creative! Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Gallery Stratford, 54 Romeo Street, South, Stratford
Free
Black History Month Family Day Celebration
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with activities for the whole family! Enjoy performances, Limbo dancing, music, crafts, games and more. 2019 Theme – Black Families: Stories of Strength, Identity and Diversity. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
London Public Library – Central Branch, 251 Dundas Street, London
Free
Family Day at the Museum
Come in from the cold for an fun-filled family afternoon at the Museum. Get inspired by our exhibitions: from classic Paul Peel paintings to the tactile worlds of our new cloth, paper, and hair shows. Love music? This year we have 5 music-inspired exhibitions to welcome the JUNO awards to London. Take a pop-tour lead by art guide, or get busy making art in one of our activity areas. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Free
Family Day at Eldon House
Looking for a family outing to celebrate Family Day? Tour Eldon House and enjoy activities as you tour. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Eldon House, 481 Ridout Street N, London
Free
Storybook Family Day
There’s lots to do on Family Day at Storybook Gardens. In addition to our beautiful ice skating trail, this Family Day enjoy the all-day pancake breakfast served by the campfire, and take a horse-drawn wagon ride around the park (additional fee applies for wagon ride).
Enjoy an outdoor skate on the refrigerated 250 metre skating trail at Storybook Gardens, then warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and a hot, fresh Beavertail pastry from the rink-side concession stand. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Storybook Gardens, 1958 Storybook Lane, London
Family Admission: $13.00 (Valid for 2 adults and 2 children); Adult: $4.50; Child (2-17): $3.50;Infants (under 24 months): FREE
Family Day Ice Fishing Derby
1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes for Longest Trout and Longest Non Trout. Drilling holes and setting up huts before 9am is permitted. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Western Ontario Fish & Game Protective Assn., 790 Southdale Road East, London
$10.00 ea (5yrs and under free)
Family Day Snowshoe @ Longwoods Road Conservation Area
Longwoods Road Conservation Area will be offering Family Day snowshoe rental, weather permitting, on Monday afternoon, February 18th! Friends and family are invited to try out snowshoeing, one of the oldest forms of winter travel!
Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority staff will be on hand to teach you all you will need to know to enjoy an afternoon of fun at Longwoods. Learn about the history of snowshoeing, the different styles, and most of all, enjoy a quick outdoor lesson. Wear low or no healed winter boots and dress for an hour or two of outdoor fun! We have lots of woodland trails, or explore the Ska-Nah-Doht Village! Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 14:00 PM
Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Museum, Longwoods Road Conservation Area, 8348 Longwoods Road, Mount Brydges
General park admission: $4/vehicle (coin or credit card only)
Family Day 2019
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
WestPark Church, 955 Gainsborough Rd, London
Advance $5 – $15; Door $10 – $25
Moonlight Ski & Snowshoe Dinner Event
Join us for our exciting annual moonlight ski/snowshoe & delicious chili dinner. Discover a new world of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing by the moonlight. The evening includes a homemade chili dinner (vegetarian too!) with a salad bar, cold and hot beverages, and dessert. Top it all off with a moonlit ski and snowshoe after dinner. Details
February 16 – 17, 2019 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Circle R Ranch, 3017 Carriage Road, Delaware, ON
Adults $21 – $35, Children (7-12) $12 – $15; To register call 519-471-3799
Other Events
- Cineplex Family Favourites: The House with A Clock in Its Walls on February 16, 2019 Details
II. Live Music
Olivia & The creepy Crawlies
Anela & The early hours, Sneaker Club. Details
Friday, February 16, 2019 | 9:00 PM
Rum Runners, 178 Dundas Street, London
Door $10
Luv
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 9:00 PM
London Music Hall, 185 Queens Avenue, London
$20
Dorian Wind Quintet & Arthur Rowe, Piano
Presented by the Gordon Jeffery Music Foundation. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 8:00 PM
Wolf Performance Hall, 251 Dundas Street, London
Student $15; Regular $40
An Evening with Denise Pelley
Plan to join us for the third in a series of jazz shows in the Historic Woodfield District of downtown London. Our featured guest performer will be London’s own, Denise Pelley, who has performed at several jazz festivals with many symphony orchestras. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 8:00 PM
First-St. Andrew’s United Church, 350 Queens Avenue, London
$25
Uptown Affair
Chic, sophisticated. Elegant, distinctive. Perhaps a little jazzy; a guilty pleasure? Uptown Affair! For Valentines – songs of love and heartbreak. New takes on romantic standards and broadway classics, under the musical direction of John Brocksom, with special guest Paul Langille. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 8:00 PM
Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas St. E., London
$25.00 Advance / $30.00 Door
#SystemSaturday – Family
The Incredible Melting Man, Siconic, Mikey Kid, SlothBear. 19+. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 10:00 PM
Rum Runners, 178 Dundas Street, London
Door $5
The Ascendants in Concert
Mark Payne & Friends. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Church of the Ascension, 2060 Dundas Street, London
$20
My Funny Valentine
Join us for A Taste of Sinatra “My Funny Valentine” a look at the great songbook of the legendary, Frank Sinatra! The Jazzman Band 7 piece orchestra is lead by award winning frontman, Scott Bollert and features music conductor/keyboardist John Brocksom. The group celebrates the unique styling’s of the iconic crooner with many of the recognizable hit after hits such as New York, New York, That’s Life and My Way! Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 8:00 PM
Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas St. E., London
$20.00 Advance / $25.00 Door
An Evening with Emm Gryner
Emm Gryner is a Canadian songwriter, musician and singer. She has released dozens of albums and has been nominated for a Juno Award three times. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:30 PM
London Music Club, 470 Colborne Street, London
$20 Advance / $25 doors
Lord Huron
Basia Bulat. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 8:00 PM
London Music Hall, 185 Queens Avenue, London
$39.50
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
ABBA Dance Party. 19+. Details
Saturday, February 17, 2019 | 10:00 PM
Rum Runners, 178 Dundas Street, London
$10
Starburst 7: Spotlight on Youth
London Concert Band, Conductor Robert Kennedy and Associate Conductor Don Clark invite you to join the chase in Starburst 7: Spotlight on Youth. Special guest: Adam Lamoureux on Saxophone. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 2:00 PM
Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas St. E., London
Adult $10, Students $5; Under 10 Free
London Youth Symphony Young Soloist Gala
The Solist Gala concert features Prasanna Mohile, flute; Lily Richards, cello; and Andrea Ferencova, harp. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 3:00 PM
Dundas Street Centre United Church, 482 Dundas Street, London
Regular $20, Senior 65+ $15 Students $10; Under 13 $5
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Ed the Sock
War on Stupid Tour. 19+. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM
London Music Hall, 185 Queens Avenue, London
$20.00 – $40.00
Surrender, Dorothy by Liz Best
Playwright Liz Best gives us a heartfelt look at friendship, love, and secrets among five women who have shared everything. They prove it’s never too late to take a chance, never too late to learn from each other, and never too late to surrender your heart. Details
February 7 – 9, 13 – 15, 2019 | 8:00 PM
February 10 & 16, 2019 | 2:00 PM
Palace Theatre – Procunier Hall, 710 Dundas Street E, London
Regular $28; Senior/Student $26; Youth $15
The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Peter Parnell
Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. The characters we all know: the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda, Quasimodo the deformed Bell Ringer with a heart of gold, the handsome Captain Phoebus, Frollo, and the evil cardinal… all brought to life in this magical production. Details
February 14 – 16, 20 – 23, 2019 | 8:00 PM
February 17 & 24, 2019 | 2:00 PM
Palace Theatre – Main Stage, 710 Dundas Street E, London
$30 – $38
Maggie & Pierre
Maggie is a 20-something flower child. Pierre is a 50-something Prime Minister. Henry is a reporter trying to make sense of a real-life soap opera playing out in front of a whole nation. The parents of our current Prime Minister come to life in a one-woman, Dora award-winning show on the making of Canada’s most famous romance. Electric and hilarious, it takes on a whole new resonance now that their son is in office. Grades 7+. Details
February 12 – 23, 2019
The Grand Theatre – McManus Stage, 471 Richmond Street, London
$40
IV. Sports and Related events
London Lightning
vs Sudbury Five on Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM
vs KW Titans on Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 2:00 PM
Budweiser Gardens, 99 Dundas Street, London
$14 – $77.75
London Knights
vs. Erie Otters on Friday, February 15, 2019 | 7:30 PM
Budweiser Gardens, 99 Dundas Street, London
3on3 Winter Games & Skills Competition
In the spirit of the 2019 Winter Olympics, your team is invited to represent a country* of your choice, by wearing a 3on3 custom “winter games” jersey, as you play against other teams and “go for the gold.” This Family Day event is open to all minor hockey players, boys and girls, with recreational and competitive divisions available. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Earl Nichols Recreation Centre, 799 Homeview Road, London
Bostwick Community Centre, 501 Southdale Rd W, London
$65 per player
V. Exhibitions, Festivals, Fundraisers & Other Events
Strings & Traps Valentine Dance
Experience “Friday Date Night” of the Valentine’s Weekend at the elegant Revival House in StratfordON. Bring your special Valentine and dance to the sounds of Strings & Traps! This night is not just for couples! Of course, Strings & Traps will perform your favourite love songs, selected requests from the audience and all the popular classics they are known for! Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Revival House, 70 Brunswick Street, Stratford
Reserved seating available with dinner reservations. Call 519-273-3424 for more information.
February London Poetry Slam
Brandon Leake from Stockton, California. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
London Music Club, 470 Colborne Street, London
$5
February Poetry Workshop
Featuring. Brandon Leake. Join us the Saturday after our slam for a workshop opportunity to chat with poets, learn some tips and tricks, have your writing critiqued, practice performing, or just sit in and listen! Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
London Roundhouse, 240 Waterloo Street, London
Free
Labatt Brewery Tour
The tour takes about 1 ½-2 hours and it consists of a full guided tour with headsets of the brewing, fermenting, ageing and packaging areas and a sampling session of 5 samples. You will also tour our truck room that features our 1947 Streamliner and our 1919 Keg Truck. During the sampling there will be time for a Q & A session and Labatt/beer history and facts. 19+. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Labatt Brewery Tours, 150 Simcoe Street, London
$12/person (cash)
London RV Show
The biggest RV show in Southwestern Ontario. Spend quality time with family while getting outstanding deals on RVs, parts, gear and accessories. The London RV show is proudly sponsored by eight local RV lifestyle retailers so you get the best, most interactive, experience tucked into one fun-filled weekend. Details
February 15 – 18, 2019
Western Fair District – Metroland Media Agriplex, 845 Florence Street, London
General Admission $12, Seniors (65+) $9, Kids 12 and under FREE (Must be accompanied by an adult)
Mardi Gras Winter Dance Party
If you enjoy good music, fun and theatre arts join Stratford Off the Wall for their Annual Winter Event. Music features Chis Murphy and the Mardi Gras Mambo. Details
Friday, February 15, 2019 | 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Factory 163, 163 King Street, Stratford
Advance $30; Door $35
Stratford Chefs School: Canadian Guest Chef Series
A taste from across our great nation. We proudly invite some of Canada’s most noted chefs, many of whom are alumni, to share their skills and experience with current students. Details
Tuesday – Saturday, until March 1, 2019
Stratford Chefs School, Stratford, 136 Ontario Street, Stratford
$80/person
Heritage Fair 2019: Oldies But Goodies
In anticipation of JUNO Week coming to London in March 2019, Heritage Fair will turn up the volume on London’s musical past. Join the London Heritage Council and London Public Library on Saturday, February 16, 2019 for “Oldies but Goodies – London’s Music Heritage,” a one-day celebration of music in the Forest City. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Central Library, 251 Dundas Street, London
Free
Events @ London Public Library
Enjoy various events and programs conducted at the Library. There are programs for all ages. Details
February 2019 | Dates and hours vary
London Public Library – Various branches
Some programs may require registration
Saturday Afternoon Tea at Idlewyld Inn & Spa
3rd Saturday of each month. With the piano stylings by David Priest. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Idlewyld Inn & Spa, 36 Grand Avenue, London
$45/person +HST. Call 519.432.5554 for reservations
Comedy Night with John Beuhler
Looking for something to do in London this Friday or Saturday night? Come on over to Yuk Yuk’s London for an evening of hilarious comedy featuring Derek Seguin, Martha Chaves and TBA. Details
February 15 – 16, 2019 | 8:00 PM & 10:30 PM
Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club, 900 King Street, London
$19.79
Love Lust: The Red & White Affair
DJ Joze presents a lovely night of dancehall, Soca, Afro beats, and Hip Hop. Special guests Prince the DJ, Party @, and Fresh Czz. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
The Rec Room, 1680 Richmond Street, London
$5 Cover
Eldon House Gone Awry!
Join us for a Murder Mystery Dinner by Murder for Hire – the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day! Cost includes a three course meal. This event will be licensed and will have a cash bar. Please arrive promptly at the main entrance of Eldon House. We will begin with a brief walk through the main house before entering our Interpretive Centre. Costume suggestions: 1940’s. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Eldon House Interpretive Centre, 481 Ridout Street North, London
$80; Registration Required
Pilates at the Market
At The Mat led and operated by Pilates instructor Niki Carr will be joining our Farmers’ at the weekly upstairs market this winter. The pay what you can class happening every Saturday is a beautiful compliment to the market and we can’t wait for you all to join us! Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Covent Garden Market, 130 King Street (corner of King and Talbot), London
Pay-What-You-Can
Stratford Country Club Boutique Bridal Show
Join us for an afternoon of all things wedding at the Stratford Country Club’s Boutique Bridal Show. We are excited to have our fabulous local vendors back with all of the 2019 weddings trends, from beautiful flower arrangements and candle-scapping to delicious new cake flavours and luxurious car services. Details
Saturday, February 16, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Stratford Country Club, Stratford, 53 Romeo Street North, Stratford
Admission is FREE with a non-perishable food donation to Optimism Place OR $3.00 person/$5.00 couple
4th Annual Family Day Comedy Contest
Comedy contest will be hosted by our very own Jordan Minter. Special guest judges & over $400 worth of cash & prizes to be won! Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Bull & Barrel, 359 Talbot Street, London
FREE entry with a table reservation in advance; $5 charge without a reservation
Edible Garden Workshop
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 1:00 PM
London Civic Garden Complex, 625 Springbank Drive, London
$12.00 per pot; Pre-registration required
Polaris Music Prize Posters
The Polaris Music Prize is a not-for-profit organization that annually honours and rewards artists who produce Canadian music albums of distinction. Included in this exhibition are the Polaris Posters representing almost every winning act since the prize was established in 2006 as well as select Heritage Prize posters. Details
February 02 to March 31, 2019
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Regular admission
Justin Bieber: Steps to Stardom Exhibition
Steps to Stardom, tells the story of Justin Bieber’s meteoric rise from busking on the steps of the Avon Theatre to becoming one of the most popular pop stars in the world. In February 2019 the exhibit will undergo a major refresh, with dozens of new items in place until November 2019 (daily hours extend May6th)! Details
until October, 2019
Stratford Perth Museum, Stratford, 4275 Line 34, Stratford
Adults $7, Seniors & Students $6, Children 12 and under $5, Children 5 and under free
Namaste in the Taproom
What do beer and yoga have in common? You can get them both on Sundays at the Anderson taproom!
Every Sunday, we will be getting stretchy upstairs in the taproom mezzanine. Certified yoga instructor Megan will lead you through an hour long practice, and each class comes with a glass of beer to drink during or after. If you love beer and you like yoga, being active, or trying new things then this is definitely a great weekend activity for you! Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Anderson Craft Ales, 1030 Elias Street, London
$15/class
Revival House Classical Brunch
Join us for a delicious SSO Classical Brunch at Revival House
with Katherine Napiwotzki, Soprano and David Murray, Piano. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Revival House, 70 Brunswick Street, Stratford
$40 (with $20 tax receipt). Reservations and information call Revival House 519-271-2778
Woodstock Toy and Collectibles Expo
A must attend event for anyone that buys, sells or collects Comics, Action Figures, Pop Vinyls, Transformers, Die Cast Toys, Lego, Vinyl Records, Music Memorabilia, Retro Video Games, Dolls, Coins, Sports and Non-Sport Cards, Movie and Television Memorabilia or other Pop Culture Collectibles. With 230+ vendor tables filling two buildings and several new vendors … this is an event that you won’t want to miss. Details
Sunday, February 17, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Oxford Auditorium & Mutual/Market Buildings, Woodstock Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis St., Woodstock
$5/person, Children under 12 Free if accompanied by an adult
Future Pro Family Day Clinic
Our PD Day Clinic includes 3 hours of on ice instruction and 2.5 hours of dryland or classroom. Details
Monday, February 18, 2019 | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Western Fair Sports Centre, 865 Florence St, London
$149
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