Ontario Winter Carnivals-Toronto and South and South West of Toronto

Niagara Winterglow-on-the-Lake, to February 28

Enjoy holiday activities from December through February at various sites around town. See the shops, wineries, spas and historic sites all dressed up for the season.

Sarnia Snowfest

Sarnia, January 18-20
Watch artists from all over the world carve masterpieces out of 2.4 m (8 ft.) blocks of snow. There are many other family activities that take place, such as ice-carving demonstrations, snowman outfitting, and a polar bear plunge.

Niagara Icewine Festival

Niagara Region, January 18-27
Gala evenings, Icewine tastings, winery bus tours, ornate ice bars, chestnut roasting, late night Icewine grape picking, and sleigh rides along Niagara's famed wine route: there's something for every taste at the 13th annual Niagara Icewine Festival.

Hamilton Winterfest 2008

Hamilton January 19 - February 3
Beat the winter blues with this festival of winter fun. From outdoor adventure to indoor musical performances, there is plenty of family fun to be had at Hamilton's winter festival.

Moonlight Snowshoe Hike

Campbellville, January 19
See the night sky illuminated with stars at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Admission includes a guided snowshoe hike, snowshoe use, fireside storytelling and a steaming cup of hot chocolate.

WinterCity

Toronto, January 25 - February 7
Celebrate Toronto's incomparable diversity of spirit, delicious culinary experiences, free entertainment and a showcase of the city's vibrant arts scene. For two weeks, the spotlight is focused on Toronto's incredible wealth of creative and talented performers, this city's diverse hospitality industry and fantastic world-class attractions.

Winterlicious

Toronto, January 26 - February 8
A huge festival on its own, but part of the larger WinterCity festival, Winterlicious delights those seeking great eating at fine Toronto dining establishments without paying fine dining prices. Book early. Reservations highly recommended.

Winter Carnivals North of Toronto