From outdoor skating trails to theatre festivals, here are 33 of the best things to do this January in Ontario.
Winter Festival of Lights
A historic festival dating back to early 1900’s, the Ontario Power Generation Niagara Winter Festival of lights is a must see event of the region. The spectacular illuminations transforms the Niagara Falls area into a true winter wonderland ... More Details
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Niagara Pkwy, Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
Guided Night Snowshoe Hikes
Strap on your snowshoes for a night-time hike, where stars and shadows create a dramatic setting for adventure. Professional staff members guide your group on a 1 ½ to 2 hour romp through an enchanting winter wonderland. Experience beautiful trails that wind through a mature forest of 100 foot tall ... More Details
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Scenic Caves Nature Adventures, 260/280 Scenic Caves Rd., The Blue Mountains
Winter Bites Restaurant Week
WindsorEats invites you to a week long event and the best time to dine out in Essex County. Diners can visit any Winter Bites Restaurant Week participating restaurant and indulge in a 3-course meal from only $13! ... More Details
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Participating Restaurants across, Windsor-Essex
Snow Globe Soirée: Domed Dining Village
Shake up the first months of 2020 with a one-of-a-kind wine and dining experience in Niagara Falls with Snow Globe Soirée: Domed Dining Village. Enjoy world-class wines and a delicious three-course meal prepared by one of Niagara’s most celebrated chefs while taking in an unforgettable view of the falls from ... More Details
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Rainbow Bridge Lot, 4348 Hiram St, Niagara Falls
London Wine & Food Show
The show brings Londoners an enticing mix of local restaurants, wineries, craft beers, and spirits and pairs them with tasting seminars, stage presentations and entertainment. Come sip, sample and savour at London’s Wine & Food Show! ... More Details
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Western Fair District Agriplex , 845 Florence St, London
Toronto Light Festival
The Toronto Light Festival, the City’s first-ever light art festival, is returning for the another year to the Distillery Historic District! Visitors will be taken on a new visual journey and cerebral adventure, designed to entertain and inspire. The Festival will transform the picturesque historic neighbourhood into one of the ... More Details
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The Historic Distillery District 55 Mill Street, Toronto
Winter Fest 2020
This year's Winter Fest will feature even more excitement for fans of all ages, with select player, prospect, and alumni appearances, Sportsnet personalities, Jr. Jays activations, live entertainment, historic memorabilia, baseball-themed games, Winter Slide, Demonstrate your best two-seam fastball while you pitch like a pro in the bullpen, Skating Rink, ... More Details
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Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto
Family Cross-Country Ski & Snowshoe Day
Have you ever experienced the Ganaraska Forest on a pair of skis or snowshoes? Trust us, after you do, you'll want to keep coming back to explore! Join Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) staff for a morning or afternoon on the trails. Receive an introduction to cross-country skiing, followed by ... More Details
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Ganaraska Forest, 10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft
Hiawatha SnowFest
Join for the annual Hiawatha SnowFest presented by Hiawatha Highlands. SnowFest includes winter activities for everyone and all abilities, including: Cross-country ski, snowshoe run, and fat bike loppets, guided snowshoe tour, and more! ... More Details
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Hiawatha Highlands, Fifth Line East, Sault Ste. Marie
Trek for Cancer Snowshoe Fun Run and Fat Bike Race
Do you snowshoe, like the outdoors and want to help the NCF? Strap on your snowshoes and hit the course for a fun day on Kivi Park's beautiful trails. Compete on your own or part of a team and raise funds for the Northern Cancer Foundation! Trek for Cancer - ... More Details
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Kivi Park, 4472 Long Lake Road, Sudbury
Snowshoe Ecotour
Experience areas of the Wye Marsh that are otherwise not open to the general visiting public! After a brief lesson on the art of snowshoeing, you will head out in search of the many mysteries that animal tracks & signs present. Hungry chickadees that like to eat right out of ... More Details
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Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, Highway 12 East, Midland
Snowarama for Easter Seals Kids
Snowmobilers from across Ontario are revving up their engines for the annual Snowarama for Easter Seals Kids events taking place across Ontario. This unique fundraising experience combines thrilling snowmobile riding with an opportunity for snowmobile clubs and snowmobilers to join in the camaraderie of family activities to help children and ... More Details
Where:
Various Venues,Ontario
Reelout Queer Film Festival
See some of the best and brightest LGBTQ+ films from around the world to be exhibited over 10 days ... More Details
Where:
Various Venues, Kingston
Tube & Dine
Soar down Ontario’s longest snow tubing hill! With unlimited trips down the longest snow tubing hill in Ontario and a $15 food credit, Thursday nights have never been this fun! ... More Details
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Horseshoe Resort, 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd W, Barrie
Discovery Harbour Skate Trail
Lace up your skates and experience the magic of skating along the unique 1.5 km skate trail at Discovery Harbour, nestled along the shores of beautiful Penetanguishene Bay ... More Details
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Discovery Harbour, Jury Drive, Penetanguishene
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