Recreation and Culture Events

Winter Break Programming 

Join us as we expand our programming for all ages to provide safe family fun across the City!

MacBain Community Centre

Specialty & Registered Programs

Friday, December 27 - Winter Crafts

  • Come Join us as we make some fun winter & holiday themed crafts! We've got all the supplies so you just need your imagination!
  • Ages: 3-12
  • Cost: $5 per participant 
  • Time: 1:00-3:00pm
  • Click here to register

  • *Parental supervision is required.

Saturday, December 28 - Therapy Tails @ the Library

  • It’s “dog days” at the library with Therapy Tails. Read some stories and say hello to some furry friends. 
  • All Ages
  • Cost: Free
  • Time: 1:00-2:00pm
  • No registration required

Monday, December 30 - Moana & Tefiti Storytime & Meet & Greet

  • Join Moana and Tefiti for an interactive story and the chance to meet and take pictures with the beloved characters.
  • Ages: 3-12
  • Cost: $10 per participant 
  • Time: 1:30-2:30pm
  • Click here to register

  • *Parental supervision is required.

Tuesday, December 31 - Almost New Years Eve Party

  • It's so hard to stay up all the way to midnight on New Year's! Instead join us on December 31 for an Almost New Year's Eve Party! We'll have several craft options all related to New Year's! Of course there will be music playing not to mention some snacks like fruit and cookies available too!
  • Ages: 3-12
  • Cost: $7 per participant
  • Time: 12:30pm-2:00pm.
  • Click here to register

  • *Parent supervision required

 Thursday, January 2 - Drive In Movie

  • Join us for an afternoon Drive-In Movie! Participants will be provided some simple instructions and a whole bunch of materials to build their own car out of a box, paper plate wheels, and decorating supplies! After some time decorating, we'll hop in our cars, hand out some snacks and start our feature film: Inside Out 2
  • Ages: 6-12
  • Cost: $15 per participant 
  • Time: Craft begins at 12:30pm, Movie starts at 1:30pm 
  • Click here to register
  • *Parental supervision is required.
  • *Please bring any blankets, pillows, fidget toy(s) to make your child more comfortable in their cars

Thursday, January 2 - Book Buzz @ the Library

  • Spark a love of reading through exciting stories and literacy games.
  • Ages: 7 - 11 years
  • Cost: Free
  • Time: 1:00-2:00pm
  • No registration required

Friday, January 3 - CalmQuest Kids Managing Big Feelings Workshop

  • Join Calm Quest Kids for a workshop designed to help youth handle difficult emotions! Facilitators will teach tools and techniques for managing anger or frustration, including creative outlets like drawing or movement. Empower your child with tools to understand and manage emotions while building confidence and resilience. Let’s make emotional well-being a priority!
  • Ages: 6-12
  • Cost: $30 per participant 
  • Time: 12:30-2:00pm
  • Click here to register

Drop In Program Schedule

  • Schedule: for full Winter Break Drop-In schedule click here
  • Prices
    • Badminton, Basketball, Pickleball, & Table Tennis - $5 per person / $10 per family
    • Indoor Play Structure - $7 per child / $15 per family
    • Open Swim - Under 4 are free, $4 for youth (ages 4-17), $4.50 for seniors, $5 for adults, $10 per family
  • Day Passes available: Get access to all the great drop-in programs, including the pool and indoor play structure, for only $10 per child / $15 per adult / $25 per family.
  • Supervision Requirements: For Drop-in Programs, children 12 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver who is a minimum 16 years of age.

Niagara Falls History Museum & The Exchange 

Thursday, January 2 & Friday January 3 - Winter Break @ the Museum 

  • Join us this winter break for a craft and some tasty science! Create a holiday ornament then shake up some homemade ice cream to enjoy with all the toppings! 
  • Explore the Museum galleries and complete a special scavenger hunt. Finish your afternoon off with a movie – The Wild Robot (Rated PG).
  • Workshop is geared to ages 4 and up, but all ages are welcome to attend
  • Cost: $12 per participant | $10 per member 
  • Time: Craft @ 1pm, Movie @ 2:30pm 
  • Click here to register

  • *All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult (adults DO NOT require a ticket). Pre-Registration is required.

Gale Centre Arena

  • Public Skating 
    • Monday December 23 - 1:00-3:00pm
    • Monday December 30 - 2:00-4:00pm
    • Friday January 3 - 1:00-3:00pm
  • Youth Stick and Puck 
    • Monday December 23 - 4:00-5:00pm

Niagara Falls Public Library

Discover exciting programs and activities for all ages. From story time sessions to workshops, there's something for everyone. Explore, learn, and connect with your community at our library! All ages and FREE! Click here for more information about times and locations!