Arctic Adventure

Dates - Saturday, February 14 & Monday, February 16, 2026
Location - Aurora Town Square & Aurora Town Park

Join family, friends and neighbours at Aurora's Arctic Adventure. Events and festivities take place over two days. Lots of fun free adventures to enjoy. Note: All activities are weather-permitting.

Cabin Fever Reliever - Photo Contest 2026

Are you experiencing Cabin Fever? Bundle up, bring your camera and set out on an adventure in the great outdoors while participating in Aurora’s Cabin Fever Reliever photo contest. Soak up all things winter and get ready to capture beautiful photographs.

> Submit your photos by Tuesday, February 10 for a chance to win a prize!

Photo Guidelines

Photo must be taken outside this year (2026).
Up to five (5) photos per person can be submitted.
Subject matter is to be appropriate for all ages.

How to Enter

Submit your photo, full name, location and title of photograph via email to our Special Events Team.

> All submissions, with their title, will be shared on this webpage. Please indicate if you do not wish for your photo to be shared publicly.

Saturday, February 14 - Family Activities

Date - Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location - Aurora Town Square (50 Victoria Street)

Celebrate with your family at a variety of exciting activities.

Entertainment Schedule

Time	Activity & Location
11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.	Marquee Theatrical Productions Show Location: Davide De Simone Performance Hall
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.	Ice Carving Demonstration Location: Mirkopoulos Plateia Outdoor Square
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.	Mad Science Demonstration Location: Davide De Simone Performance Hall Lobby
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.	Pine Tree Potters Demonstration Location: Treasure Hill Bridge
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.	Face Painting Location: Treasure Hill Bridge
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.	Crafts, Games & More Location: Treasure Hill Bridge
1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.	Speaking of Wildlife Show Location: Davide De Simone Performance Hall
1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.	Balloon Twisting Location: Treasure Hill Bridge
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.	Kids Painting Drop-In Location: TBC

Workshops Schedule

Diamond Art Workshop

Age: 10 to 14 years

Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Cost: $10.00 / person

Tiny gems. Big Sparkle. This diamond art workshop invites you to create eye-catching art using colourful diamonds. A creative, screen-free activity that is satisfying, fun and totally mesmerizing. No experience needed – just a love of sparkle.

Diamond Art Workshop - Register Online

Crochet Workshop

Age: 10 to 14 years

Time: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cost: $12.00 / person

Hook, loop and create! You will learn the basics of crochet while making a scarf you can enjoy the rest of winter or gift to someone special. No experience needed – just bring your creativity and get ready to stitch something awesome. All necessary supplies will be provided and take home.

Crochet Workshop - Register Online

Monday, February 16 - Family Activities

Date - Monday, February 16, 2026
Time - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location - Aurora Town Park (49 Wells Street)

Choose from a host of family activities.

Outdoor Winter Activities
Inflatable Snow Maze
Food Vendors & More

Entertainment Schedule

Time	Show Details
10:15 a.m.	Great Canadian Lumberjack Show The Great Canadian Lumberjacks is an exciting family friendly show. During the show, you will see lumberjacks compete in disciplines such as axe throwing, chainsaw carving, wood chopping, and cross-cut sawing – all while keeping the crowd laughing. Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
11:15 a.m.	Kobbler Jay He uses his seasoned arsenal of juggling tricks, fire manipulation, and fresh wit to captivate, delight, and charm audiences of any age. Kobbler Jay
12 p.m.	Speaking of Wildlife An educational show providing an amazing opportunity to see a baby fox, winter owl and other winter animals. Speaking of Wildlife
1 p.m.	Bella Magic Bella is a versatile variety performer with an enchanting, whimsical and playful interactive act. Open your eyes to a child-like sense of joy, as she invites you into a world of wonder. Bella Magic
1:45 p.m.	Great Canadian Lumberjack Show If you missed the first show, we have you covered with this 2nd show. If you did catch the first amazing show, you may want to see it again! Great Canadian Lumberjack Show
3 p.m.	Kobbler Jay Enjoy this special encore performance with Kobbler Jay! Kobbler Jay

Volunteers

If you would like to volunteer for this event, please fill out the Volunteer Application Form and email to Erin Hamilton.

Arctic Adventure - Volunteer Application Form

More Information & Contact

For more information, please call 905-726-4762 or email our Special Events Team.

Note: We reserve the right to cancel, amend or change activities.

Cabin Fever Reliever - Photo Contest 2026

Saturday, February 14 - Family Activities

Monday, February 16 - Family Activities

Volunteers

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