January 19, 2024 | Community

2024 Family Winter Activities in Guelph

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Guelph offers many wonderful events and things to do throughout the seasons, including the winter months. We’ve rounded up fun activities to do and events to attend with your family in Guelph below:

Elliott Tree Farm Maple Syrup Experience

Where: 9467 Erin East Garafraxa Townline, Hillsburgh

When: Weekends, Feb 17-April 7

Enjoy Elliott Tree Farm’s Maple Syrup Experience, which includes entry to the Maple Syrup Museum of Ontario, all-you-can-eat pancakes with bacon and sausage, and a walk to the sugar shack to witness maple syrup being made while tasting maple taffy, sugar, sap, and syrup.


Coldest Night of the Year

Where: Guelph CVI, 155 Paisley St to Hope House Guelph, 10 Cork St, Gyelph

When: Feb 24, 4-7pm

The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness.


Paw Patrol Party with Marshall & Rubble

Where: Tiny Town Children’s Discovery Centre, 66 Arrow Road Unit D, Guelph

When: March 11, 9:30-11:30am

Join the PAW-SOME Party with Marshall and Rubble on Monday, March 11th, where kids can dance, play, take pictures, and have fun with the pups


Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live

Where: River Run Centre, 35 Woolwich St, Guelph

When: March 11, 1-4pm

Experience the remarkable Erth’s DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE™, where lifelike, life-sized dinosaurs come to life through special effects and puppetry in an educational and unforgettable journey through time.


The Guelph Arboretum

Where: Guelph Arboretum, 200 Arboretum Dr, Guelph

When: Everyday, 7am-8:30pm

Home to over 12.5 km of trails, The Arboretum is the perfect spot for a scenic, winter walk and taking in the snow-covered trails.


Attend a Guelph Storm Game

Where: Sleeman Centre, 50 Woolwich St, Guelph

When: Storm Schedule

Cheer on the hometown team and enjoy a game of hockey with your family.


Guelph Farmers’ Market

Where: 2 Gordon St, Guelph

When: Saturday’s, 8am-1pm

One of Guelph’s oldest and well-loved community spaces, the Guelph Farmers’ Market offers fresh local food, artisanal products and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere year-round.


Skating in Market Square

Where: In front of City Hall, 1 Carden St, Guelph

When: 10am-10pm

Strap on some skates and take to the rink to enjoy the downtown scenery. The skating time currently is limited to 45 minutes to ensure everyone gets time on the ice.


Starkey Hill Conservation Area

Where: 735 Arkell Rd, Puslinch

The 4km loop, located just outside of Guelph , is the highest point in the area, with the ‘summit’ sitting at 380 metres above sea level. But what the trail lacks in substantial elevation, it more than makes up for with beautiful hardwood forests, clean and well-kept trails, and a beautiful panoramic view of Basilica of Our Lady. 


Axe Throwing at Riot Axe

Where: 101 Beverley St, Suite D, Guelph

When: Fridays, 6-10pm & Sundays, 2-6pm

Put on your finest plaid shirt and take all of your built-up energy to Riot Axe!


Guelph Curling Club

Where: 816 Woolwich St, Guelph

Curling is one of the best ways to get out and keep active during long Canadian winters. You can even attend a Learn to Curl session if you’re new to the sport.

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