Kleinburg is a small community located just north west of Vaughan. Its family friendly atmosphere, combined with natural, rolling landscapes makes it the perfect place to enjoy the winter together! This year, don’t let the cold weather shut you and your family inside. Instead, get out and enjoy some of these winter inspired activities in Kleinburg the whole family will love!
Hike and Discover at the McMichael Canadian Art Gallery
A gorgeous town, Kleinburg is surrounded by natural landscapes that are magical in the winter! One of the best places to take your family for a winter hike is the McMichael Canadian Art Gallery. The 100 acres of forested land provide winding trails for you and your family to enjoy, and the art gallery is home to some of Canada’s finest collections. Spend a day taking in the natural beauty that inspires the collections, then enjoy the images that Canada’s artists have captured on canvas. It is the perfect combination together and it will get your family outside enjoying the fresh air!
Cozy Up at a Local Cafe
The village of Kleinburg is known for its quaint downtown, complete with cozy cafes to delight your taste buds and warm your heart on a cold winter’s day. This winter, snuggle up with your family at the Cookie Crumble Cafe, and treat them to delectable baked goods and gourmet hot chocolate or lattes.The warmth of the drinks, combined with the cozy atmosphere and good company, will make even the coldest winter day feel warmer.
Go Skating
Just a short drive from Kleinburg is the city of Vaughan. Vaughan is home to 5 excellent outdoor rinks; all perfect for bringing your family to for a fun day filled with ice skating and quality time spent together. This age-old outdoor activity will bring a smile to your children’s’ faces and get everyone outside to enjoy the fresh winter air. For an extra special touch, pack a thermos of hot chocolate so that everyone can indulge and warm up after all the day’s activity.
Enjoy Christmas at Kortright Conservation Area
Every year from November 30 to December 22, the Kortright Centre for Conservation becomes a magical combination of natural landscapes and twinkling light displays with wonderful holiday decor. Spend an evening with your family enjoying the elaborate creations, while walking the lit up paths of the conservation area, then finish the evening with a visit to Santa Claus in his special cabin! After enjoying the displays, warm up by the fire in the centre, and join in on some Christmas Carols together. It is the perfect way to spend some time outdoors, while getting your family into the holiday spirit.
Try Cross Country Skiing
Regardless of your age, trying a new sport can always be fun if you do it with your whole family! This winter, try taking your family out for a fun filled day of cross country skiing. The Kortright Centre for Conservation has many ungroomed trails to choose from or, if you are willing to travel a little outside the boundaries of Kleinburg, the beautiful Albion Hills Conservation Area offers a nice groomed trail to start off on. For the less adventurous types, try starting out in your own backyard; if nothing else, it will make you and your family laugh!
Kleinburg is the perfect location for getting your family outside this winter! The natural landscapes and the fresh air provide the perfect setting to enjoy some quality time in the outdoors with the ones you love! For more ideas on winter activities in Kleinburg your whole family will enjoy, visit the Caliber Homes Blog.