Looking for some fun in Durham Region the week? Check out these ideas below:
1. Open House at Belle Wood Equestrian Centre
Come by to enjoy a day of FREE activities including:
- Pony Rides
- Face Painting
- Bake Sale
- Demonstrations & Tours
- Bonfires
- Vendors (still spots available)
More Info:
https://www.bellewodeq.com: Things To Do In Durham Region February 14th – February 21st, 20252. Arts and Crafts Weekend
Calling all Lorcana fans! Mastermind Toys has lots of fun planned for you!

When?
- Feb 15th & 16th
- 1pm – 3pm
Where?
- Mastermind Toys across Durham Region
Cost?
- FREE (Limited supplies per store)
What?
- If you love Disney, join them to learn how to play Disney Lorcana TCG, the immersive trading card game!
3. FREE Outdoor Skating
Are you looking for outdoor skating in a safe environment? Town of Ajax has a great spot for you!
When?
- Open for the season (until warm weather comes)
- 9am – 9pm
Where?
- Pat Bayly Square
- 55 Bayly St. W, Ajax
Cost?
- FREE
What?
- Outdoor lighted skating rink
- Indoor heated changing area
- Lockers
- Washrooms
4. Games Night
- Pickering (Feb 16th 6pm)
- @mr.deliciousbythebeach
5. FREE Snowshoeing

Have you ever wanted to try out snowshoeing!? Now’s your chance with the Town of Ajax!
When?
- Open for the season (until warm weather comes)
Where?
- Fill out form online first: Snowshoe rental form
- Wait for approval
- Pick up snowshoes at McLean Community Centre
- 95 Magill Drive, Ajax
Cost?
- FREE
- $20 deposit refunded when snowshoes are returned in same condition
What?
- Rent up to 4 pair of snowshoes for up to 3 days!
6. Lake Simcoe Ice Fishing Derbies
Calling all fisherman, here’s your chance to show off your angling skills
When?
- January 1st – March 15th, 2025
Where?
- Lake Simcoe
Cost?
- $25 per person
What?
- Catch a fish, take a picture with measuring tape and your ticket and then submit it.
- Panfish & Gamefish entries
Tickets?
- Click to Get your tickets HERE!
7. FREE Skating
When?
- Sun Feb 16th
- 2:30 pm
- Tuesday Feb 18th
- 6:30pm
- Ongoing until March!
Where?
- Chestnut Hill Development’s Recreation Complex
- 1867 Valley Farm Rd Pickering
Cost?
- FREE
What?
- Free skating for family and friends!
8. Free Family Day Activities Pickering
Looking for family day fun? City of Pickering has you covered!
What?
- Free activities on Family Day
When?
- Monday February 17th
- 7am – 5pm
Where?
- Chestnut Hill Development’s Recreation Complex
- 1867 Valley Farm Rd Pickering
9. Ajax Winterfest
When?
When?
- Monday February 17th
- 11am – 4pm
- @townofajax
Open Registrations!
10. Belle Wood Summer Camp
- Book your summer camp experience now!
More Info:
- Pickering (February 17th 11am – 3pm)
- @horsebackriding_bellewood
11. Build a Basketball Game

Registration Opens:
- Monday Feb 10th at 10:30 EST
When?
- March 8th, 2025
Where?
- Home Depots Across Durham
Cost?
- FREE
What?
- Learn to build your own basketball game
Next week February 21st – end of Feb
12. Snowshoe Sunday at Scugog Nature School

- Grab your family and friends for a snowshoeing adventure at Camp Scugog’s Nature School! They have snowshoes in all sizes, so everyone can join the fun.
- Explore their beautiful trails through forests and along the shores of Lake Scugog.
- During the hike, learn quick nature facts and play fun, nature-based games that connect you with the winter wilderness.
- Afterward, warm up by the campfire with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy a hot dog lunch included! Dietary alternatives available.
- Limited space available, register today at https://forms.gle/x6j1MmNKpFkhAK368 and at the link in our Instagram bio.
- February 23rd
- 11am – 1:30pm
- [email protected]
- 19400 St. Christopher’s Beach Rd, Nestleton, ON
- 905-837-0648
- @scugognatureschool
March:
13. Corn Hole Charity Fundraiser
Join Belle Wood Equestrian Centre for a day of fun for a great cause!
- @horsebackriding_bellewood
- Pickering (Mar 22nd)
14. FREE Skate in Oshawa
Midway Nissan is hosting FREE skates on the first Saturday of each month until March!
When?
- Saturday, Mar 1st
- 1pm – 2:50pm
Where?
- Donevan Recreation Complex Arena
- 171 Harmony Rd S, Oshawa
Cost?
- FREE
15. Our Lady Peace Concert – OLP30 Tour
When?
- March 5th
- 7pm – 11pm
Where?
- Tribute Communities Centre
- 99 Athol St. E, Oshawa
- Buy tickets here
16. Euchre Leagues
Where?
- @torchbearertaproom
Now that you know what’s going on this week, don’t delay, some of these events are happening tomorrow!Things To Do in Durham Region