Late Feb to Mid April
Maple Sugar Bush Season
Maple syrup tours, taffy on snow, and a short forest walk.
- Best time: March
- Closer to Niagara; easier with a toddler
White Meadows Farms (St. Catharines)
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A seasonal guide for every family
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Seasonal Activity Calendar
A customizable seasonal activity calendar for family outings, traditions, and time together.
Ideas for the
Spring
Late April to Early May
Orchard Bloom Drives + Spring Flowers
Bloom timing changes weekly; stay flexible.
- Great for stroller walks and photos
Vineland / Beamsville / NOTL blossom drive
Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse (Niagara Falls)
flowersstroller-friendly
Early May to Late May
Tulip Season (U-Pick + Displays)
Best spring visual outing with friends.
- Carrier is easier than stroller if fields are muddy
TASC Tulip Festival (NOTL)
JP Niagara Tulip Experience (Pelham)
flowersu-pick
Late May to October
Farmers Markets (weekly)
Fresh food, snacks, and a casual outing.
- Best for easy mornings with a toddler
The Market at the Village (NOTL)
St. Catharines Farmers' Market
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Ideas for the
Summer
Mid June to Early July
Strawberry Picking (U-Pick)★
Easy for toddlers because the plants are low.
- Short visits: 30-60 minutes
- Go early before it gets hot
Fenwick Berry Farm (Pelham)
DeVries Fruit Farm (Fenwick)
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Late June to Mid July
Cherry Picking
Slightly harder because of trees, but still doable.
- Often overlaps with strawberries
Parkway Orchards (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
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Late July to August
Peach Season (U-Pick + Stands)
A very local Niagara highlight.
- Pre-picked is easier if nap timing is tight
Dutchyn Farms (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
Hildreth Farm Market (Lincoln)
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Early/Mid August
Peach Festival
Food, music, and family activities.
- Best as a daytime stroll with snacks
Simcoe Park, NOTL
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Ideas for the
Fall
September to Early October
Pear & Apple Picking
Apples are easiest and most fun.
- Go early for cooler temperatures and easier parking
Parkway Orchards (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
Dutchyn Farms (Niagara-on-the-Lake)
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September to October
Pumpkin Patches & Fall Farms★
Hayrides, corn maze, farm market, and a good mix of toddler play plus adult snacks.
- Must-do fall outing
Murphy's Country Produce (Binbrook)
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September
Grape & Wine Festival
Best with adult friends; do daytime only with a toddler.
- Multi-week event
Montebello Park, St. Catharines
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Ideas for the
Winter
Late November to Early January
Holiday Lights & Winter Walks★
Bundle up for an evening walk through seasonal light displays.
- Bring a warm drink and keep the route short for little ones
Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
Dufferin Islands
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December to February
Outdoor Ice Skating
Pick a mild winter day for a short skate together.
- Check rink conditions and public skating hours before leaving
A local outdoor or community rink
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January to February
Winter Nature Walk & Hot Chocolate
Take an easy trail walk, look for animal tracks, and warm up with hot chocolate afterward.
- Choose a short loop and bring extra mittens
Dufferin Islands
A nearby conservation area
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