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Winter Family Activities

Activities and things to do in the Okanagan all winter long. Whether you bundle up indoors for playtime, head outdoor to go skiing or skating, or take in the views at a lookout point.
Winter Bucket List

Are you looking for some family-fun activities this winter? The Okanagan offers plenty of activities and events to enjoy both indoors and outdoors, especially in these cooler months.

Christmas Tree Farms

One of our favourite holiday family activities is to go to a Christmas Tree Farm in the Okanagan to pick the perfect tree.

Winter Break Camps

We have compiled a list of Winter Break Camps in the Okanagan to keep your children busy. Take a look!

Indoor Play

If you just want to spend time indoors, we have compiled a list of indoor playgrounds and things to do to keep the kids busy.

Drop-In Programs

Drop-in programs give you the flexibility to choose an activity last minute to enjoy with your kids without prior registration.

Ski Resorts

Skiing, boarding, tubing, ice skating, and more! Ski Resorts offer all the amenities and are a perfect day or weekend away.

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Allan Brooks Nature Centre

Explore the Interpretive Centre at Allan Brooks Nature Centre, featuring interactive exhibits, artwork, and hands-on activities in the Habitat and Discovery Rooms. For birthdays, enjoy a themed 2-hour party with guided programming, picnic time, and free exploration.
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250 Allan Brooks Way, Vernon
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Apex Mountain Resort

Apex Mountain Resort offers a whole winter wonderland of family activities. From high-speed fun at the Tube Park, skating the adventure loop, playing a hockey game on the rink or skiing or boarding on the hill. Winter activities include skiing, snowboarding, tube park, adventure skating loop, snowshoeing, night skiing, snowboarding, and fat biking.
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1000 Stray Horse Road, Hedley
Beyond the Crux
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Beyond the Crux

This indoor climbing gym offers top rope, bouldering, and lead climbing for ages 11+, with drop-ins welcome. Birthday party packages include climbing fun followed by an extra hour in a private party room.
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5-685 Finns Road, Kelowna
(778) 753-2245
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Big White Ski Resort

Big White is the ultimate kids’ playground, a fun and safe environment featuring wide open runs, perfect for learning new skills that can get your children up and around the resort. They also offer a Kids’ Centre, a fun, stimulating, age-appropriate environment where you can leave the kids while you enjoy the slopes. Winter Activities: Alpine skiing and snowboarding, night skiing, nordic, free mountain tours, snowshoeing and tours, horse-drawn sleigh rides, dog sled tours, tubing, ice climbing tower, ice skating, kid’s snowmobiles, snowmobile tours, fat biking, and more!
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5315 Big White Road, Kelowna
Cherry Lane Mall - Kids Quiet Zone
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Cherry Lane Shopping Centre

Check out the Kids Quiet Zone at Cherry Lane Mall! This cozy play area, designed for children 42 inches and under, is located near the food court. Need something extra to keep little ones entertained? Just ask at the food court for crayons to use with the available coloring sheets!
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2111 Main Street, Penticton
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