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Three weekends of outdoor winter fun with FROSTival

Get ready for FROSTival, January 22 to February 8, where winter magic meets outdoor fun! Over three weekends, the Fredericton Capital Region transforms into a snowy playground, offering something for everyone—whether you're after a scenic stroll or an adrenaline-packed adventure. Check out some of these exciting outdoor activities you won’t want to miss this FROSTival! 

Crabbe Mountain 

With FROSTival on the horizon, Crabbe Mountian is getting ready with some amazing events and deals! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned skier/snowboarder, Crabbe has something for you! Hit the slopes on a Sunday afternoon with a discounted ticket or take advantage of half price night, January 31! Have you ever wanted to learn how to ski? Now’s your chance with Crabbe’s Never Ever Days! Perfect to get the whole family on the mountain, Never Ever Days provides an affordable opportunity for new skiers to learn with a lift ticket, ski lesson, and equipment rentals for only $29.95, February 7-8. Last but certainly not least, don’t miss Torque Motorsports King of the Mountain! Join the fun at night of head-to-head snowmobile racing under the bright lights of Crabbe Mountain Saturday January 25, beginning at 6:00pm.  

Outdoor Skating Fun 

This FROSTival, Officers’ Square transforms into a winter wonderland of skating magic! Glide into the season with many enchanting FROSTival parties, where the joy of winter truly comes alive. Cozy up for an evening under the stars for the DJ skates, share the fun with family and friends during whimsical themed skates every Sunday afternoon, and don’t miss the popular Fredericton Society of St Andrew Kilted Skate on Saturday, January 24. Don’t forget to visit the Fredericton Region Museum after your Officers’ Square skate for their Winter Warm-Up Saturdays. 

Also, don’t miss the opening of Maqtaquac’s enchanting Forest Skate on Saturday, January 31. Experience their unique 900m Forest Skate loop, complete with live music and twinkling lights.  

Winter Trails & Parks 

Discover more of the Fredericton Capital Region with family-friendly outdoor activities. Take part in the winter fun at Big Axe Alehouse at Mactaquac Park, walk in a Winter Wonderland with Jim Goltz at the Fredericton Botanic Gardens, or step into a storybook of light at the annual OG Illumines Night Walk

Get ready for some fun outdoor activities and exploring! Fun for the whole family, enjoy a night hike under the stars with the LICHEN League. Or get to Odell Park for the Stories in the Snow: Animal Tracks and Wildlife Wonders brought to you by Nature NB and CPAWs. 

Winter Accommodation Packages 

Continue the winter fun with our seasonal Stay A Night & Dinner’s On Us packages! Perfect for the whole family, book a one-night stay at one of our participating hotels or B&Bs and get $75 bonus cash in Downtown Fredericton or Business Fredericton North Dollars to use during your stay. 

Get outside and make wonderful winter memories this year with FROSTival, where every moment is part of a life well crafted. For more events, keep an eye on the schedule and learn more about FROSTival at www.FROSTival.ca!