The holiday décor has been taken down and the kids are back in school. The allure of the Winter season has dissipated and all that’s left is a weekend void of fun plans…until now!
Don’t let the winter blues get you down this season by checking out some of the local favorite winter activities below:
Skiing/Snowboarding/Tubing
Whether you’re an avid skier/snowboarder or just starting out on the bunny slopes there’s a mountain for everyone:
- Wachusett Mountain: www.wachusett.com
- Loon Mountain: www.loonmtn.com
- Gunstock Mountain: www.gunstock.com
- Nashoba Valley Ski Area: www.skinashoba.com
- McIntyre Ski Area: While great for skiing/snowboarding, McIntyre Ski Area is also a fun place to go tubing! www.mcintyreskiarea.com
Sports
New England is known for its sports teams but just because a season is over, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy them year-round!
- The Hall at Patriot Place
- Even though the Patriots are done for the season, the Hall is not! Complete with photos, notable Patriots artifacts, and tons of history, this place is any Patriot’s fan’s dream: www.patriotshalloffame.com/about/about-the-hall
- Fenway Park Tours
- Missing the Red Sox during the winter? Get your baseball fix with a tour of Fenway park! Offered year-round, the hour-long tour is any baseball fan’s dream: www.mlb.com/redsox/ballpark/tours
- Watch a Bruins practice at Warrior Ice Arena at Boston Landing
- Although a game is exhilarating, there is something special about getting to watch the B’s perfect their game and joke around behind the scenes (plus- it’s FREE). Yes, Bruins practices are open to the public and free of cost- their schedule is posted online. www.warrioricearenatest.maxgalaxy.net/Schedule.aspx
- Worcester Railers
- With tickets starting at just $15, a Worcester Railers ice hockey game is a must-do. Founded in 2016, this ECHL level team brings professional hockey and family fun to the area!: www.railershc.com
Museums & Aquariums
Museums and aquariums are great places to spend your day! With all different types throughout New England, everybody can check out their favorite exhibit:
- Boston Museum of Fine Arts: www.mfa.org
- Boston Museum of Science: www.mos.org
- The Ecotarium of Worcester: www.ecotarium.org
- Worcester Art Museum: www.worcesterart.org
- New Hampshire Aviation Museum: www.nhahs.org/about/42-museum/museum-info/52-aviation-museum
- Discovery Museum, Acton (great for kids!): www.discoveryacton.org
Theater
There’s nothing like a show at the local theater. Whether you’re into music, dance, plays, or comedy, the theaters in the area offer it all:
Boston Opera House: www.bostonoperahouse.com- Boch Center – Wang Theatre: www.bochcenter.org
- The Wilbur Theatre: www.thewilbur.com
- Lowell Auditorium: www.lowellauditorium.com
- Hanover Theatre: www.thehanovertheatre.org
- Palace Theatre, Manchester, NH: www.palacetheatre.org
Other Activities
Looking for something a little different? Check out these other great activities all over the region:
- Snowshoeing at Gore Place
- If there’s a decent amount of snow on the ground, you can go snowshoeing at Gore Place! They offer rental snowshoes for you and your family to explore their 50 acres of land: www.goreplace.org/grounds-farm/snowshoeing-gore-place
- Sledding/Skating on Boston Common
- Sledding on Boston Common is a local classic that is sure to get a good laugh and a LOT of energy out of anyone, no matter your age: www.timeout.com/boston/things-to-do/best-winter-activities-in-boston
- Ice Skating at Frog Pond at Boston Common is a fun, romantic, and exciting way to spend time in the city. They offer rental skates and zero judgement on your skating abilities (or lack thereof): www.bostonfrogpond.com/winter-programs/pricing-season-passes/
Ice Castles in Woodstock, New Hampshire
- The Ice Castles are great for the whole family! Created by professional ice artists, people can explore the beautiful tunnels, slides, frozen thrones, and so much more: www.icecastles.com/new-hampshire
- Axe Throwing
- If you’re looking for a bit more of a thrill, why not try out Axe throwing? With facilities all around the area, it can be a great way to get the adrenaline pumping. Just make sure to check age requirements before attending:
- Boston: www.urbanaxes.com/boston
- New Hampshire: www.relaxethrowing.com
- Central MA: www.halfaxe.com
- If you’re looking for a bit more of a thrill, why not try out Axe throwing? With facilities all around the area, it can be a great way to get the adrenaline pumping. Just make sure to check age requirements before attending:
- Cape Cod Potato Chip Factory Tour
- The Cape Cod potato chip is an iconic New England snack, and if you find yourself on Cape Cod during the Winter, this is a must-see! With over 250,000 annual visitors, it’s no wonder the salty snack is so popular: www.capecodchips.com/about/factory-tour