
Big Winter Festiglace
MARCH 13-22, 2026
Get ready for some cool fun at the Big Winter Festiglace in Kapuskasing! This 10-day winter carnival brings March Break to life with a full lineup of indoor and outdoor activities, shows, and family-friendly events. Local groups and organizations join forces with the Town of Kapuskasing to create a community celebration filled with seasonal fun for all ages. Bundle up and come enjoy the winter magic!
The 2026 Schedule of Events is coming together! We’re working closely with our partners to create 10 full days of activities and experiences. More details coming soon... stay tuned!
2026 BIG WINTER FESTIGLACE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 10 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Grand Opening of Kaptain Sweet (4 PM)
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (12 PM to 10 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Yuk Yuk's Comedy Show (Civic Centre Auditorium) (7 PM to 12 AM - doors open at 6 PM)
$50/person. Tickets for this event are sold on Eventbrite
SUNDAY, MARCH 15
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (12 PM to 7 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Kids' Carnival (St. Patrick's Parish Hall) (1 PM to 3 PM)
MONDAY, MARCH 16
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BeaverTails (Welcome Centre) (12 PM to 7 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 8 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
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BeaverTails (Welcome Centre) (12 PM to 7 PM)
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Ski & Snowshoe Adventures (Kap Nordic Ski Chalet) (2 PM to 6 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 8 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Washer Games (La Forge Jos Godin) (7 PM - registration at 6 PM)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18
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Kidapalooza Inflatables Party (Centre de Loisirs) (10 AM to 4 PM)
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BeaverTails (Welcome Centre) (12 PM to 7 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 8 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
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Creature Crossing Reptile Show (Legion) (10 AM to 1 PM)
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BeaverTails (Welcome Centre) (12 PM to 7 PM)
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Free Public Swim (Donat Brousseau Pool) (1 PM to 4 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 8 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Washer Tournament (La Forge Jos Godin) (7 PM - registration at 6 PM)
FRIDAY, MARCH 20
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Snow Castle Competition (Centre de Loisirs) (12 PM to 4 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 10 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Rock & Skate (Sports Palace) (6 PM to 8 PM)
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
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Arm Wrestling Competition (La Forge) (12 PM to 6 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (12 PM to 10 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
SUNDAY, MARCH 22
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Family Fishing Day (Riverside Park, Bay) (10 AM to 2 PM)
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Free Escape Rooms for Youth 15 and under (Kap Escaping) (2 PM to 7 PM)
Must be accompanied by someone 16+. Call 705-319-6558 to book your spot. Use code: SNOW to reserve.
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Spaghetti Supper (Legion) (4 PM to 7 PM)
Download the Schedule of Events PDF
Join the Big Winter Festiglace 2026 Facebook event to receive all updates!
Visit the Kapuskasing Tourism and Events Facebook page for more information
Big Winter Festiglace is the ideal 'Staycation' option for those looking to enjoy the holidays close to home, also making Kapuskasing a desirable winter travel destination in Northern Ontario.
We're proud to collaborate with many partners, including:
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Breanna Plourde Memorial Foundation
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Centre de santé communautaire de Kapuskasing et region
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Centre régional de Loisirs culturels inc.
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JT & CO.
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Kap Nordic Ski Club
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Northern Serenity Wholeness
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Kap Arm Wrestling Team
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Abitibi Sled Dogs
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Kap Golf Club
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Kapuskasing River Walleye Tournament
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La Forge Jos Godin
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Rotary Club of Kapuskasing
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Caisse Alliance
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Knights of Colombus St. Patrick's Council
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Abundant Life
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Kapuskasing Youth Hub
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Caroline Lemieux
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Joanna Trudel
Our heartfelt thanks go to the Town of Kapuskasing for their continued support.
Get ready for an epic blast of winter fun at Big Winter Festiglace! It's not just a festival; it's a celebration that brings us all together to embrace the cool thrills of winter with loads of fun and friendship. Bundle up and join in the excitement – this is where the community sparkles in the snowy season!
