Get your toque out and zip up your layers, because it’s time to get outside and enjoy the holiday season! Check out these six fun Christmas season outings for you and your kids to enjoy while making new memories together.
Find Your Local Tree Lighting Ceremony
Treat your kids to a local tree lighting ceremony. Nothing marks the beginning of the magical season like watching a massive tree light up the night sky alongside family, friends, and neighbours. You can also find additional Christmas attractions such as carolers, fireworks, festivities, and live music that are all family-friendly. Check your local listings to see what exciting events are planned throughout the month in your local area!
Zip Down Some Snowy Hills
As soon as the snow starts falling, it’s time to dig out the toboggans and hit the powder hills. It’s great fun for the whole family and very inexpensive if you’re minding your budget over the holidays. Just remember to bring a helmet for your little ones to prevent any injuries if the hills are steep.
Watch the Santa Claus Parade
When Santa comes to town with his dancers, prancers, marching bands, and festive floats in tow, grab the kids and find a cozy spot to catch all of the exciting action. There’s no better way to celebrate the holiday festivities with your kids than with thousands of other Santa fans waving and enjoying the parade.
Visit Santa
Of course, Christmas wouldn’t be the same without a trip to a local mall to visit Santa himself. It’s a true holiday tradition for parents and kids alike. Don’t forget to check your local listings to find out where and when Santa will arrive for that personal meet and greet!
Go Skating
Looking to get a little more exercise this winter season? Skating at your local outside rink can be an excellent way to get the heart rate up while having fun at the same time. Don’t worry; if you don’t have skates of your own, many rinks offer rentals for a fee. You can even take lessons if you’re a bit rusty. You’ll have plenty of time to get your spin on the ice during this holiday season since most rinks open at the end of November and run all the way through till March Break.
The Christmas season is all about enjoying the exciting festive spirit with the kids. And with these simple ideas, you can make new family traditions along with new memories that you’ll always cherish together.
