- Download the GooseChase app on a mobile device.
- Create one account for each person that is participating in this challenge.
- Once you have an account, use this Game Code YJQ8SV and you are ready to start having fun!
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.
Community Scavenger Hunt
As part of the Arctic Adventure event, enjoy this fun scavenger hunt. There are lots of fun challenges to complete and gain points. This awesome family friendly challenge can be done by families or individuals. Those with the most points will go into a random draw to win gift cards for local businesses. Let the adventures begin!
> This scavenger hunt runs until Thursday, February 19. New missions are added regularly.
How to Play this Scavenger Hunt
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.
Workshops Schedule
| Workshops - Full Details |
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Diamond Art Workshop Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. • Age: 10 to 14 years • 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. |
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String Art Workshop Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. • Age: 18+ years • Cost: $15.00 / person Aurora’s Arctic Adventure String Art Workshop is an in-person experience. You will get to create a snowman themed art piece using the technique of string art that can hang anywhere in your home. This is an instructor led workshop and all supplies will be provided. |
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Crochet Workshop Time: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. • Age: 10 to 14 years • 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. |
Entertainment Schedule
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Time |
Activity & Location |
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11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. |
Marquee Theatrical Productions Show Location: Davide De Simone Performance Hall |
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11 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
Ice Carving Demonstration Location: Mirkopoulos Plateia Outdoor Square |
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11 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
Mad Science Demonstration Location: Davide De Simone Performance Hall Lobby |
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12 p.m. to 1 p.m. |
Pine Tree Potters Demonstration Location: Treasure Hill Bridge |
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12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. |
Face Painting Location: Treasure Hill Bridge |
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12 p.m. to 3 p.m. |
Crafts, Games & More Location: Treasure Hill Bridge |
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1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. |
Speaking of Wildlife Show Location: Davide De Simone Performance Hall |
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1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
Balloon Twisting Location: Treasure Hill Bridge |
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1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. |
Kids Painting Drop-In Location: TBC |
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
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Time |
Show Details |
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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. |
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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. |
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12 p.m. |
Speaking of Wildlife An educational show providing an amazing opportunity to see a baby fox, winter owl and other winter animals. |
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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. |
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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! |
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3 p.m. |
Kobbler Jay Enjoy this special encore performance with Kobbler Jay! |
Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer for this event, please fill out the Volunteer Application Form and email to Erin Hamilton.
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.
Thank You to our Sponsors
Contact Us
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way
Aurora ON L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-1375 or 905-727-3123
Fax: 905-726-4769
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