10 Things to do on Family Day Weekend in Jasper
Updated for Family Day 2023. Family Day Weekend in Alberta is Feb 18, 19, 20.
This Family Day weekend why not embrace the winter season? Nothing brings a family together like adventure, and Jasper National Park welcomes families to venture beyond the average vacation this upcoming Family Day weekend. From novice to extreme and everything in between, there are plenty of thrilling activities and discoveries to be had for even the smallest explorers.
10 Things to do on Family Day Weekend in Jasper
Get Outside in Jasper National Park
- Walk in Maligne Canyon (do so at your own risk)
- Head to the Whirlpool Winter Hub for cross-country skiing or camping!
- Go for a winter hike. Here are some trails to explore.
- Go snowshoeing! You don’t need a guide to do this!
Take a Guided Ice Walk Tour in Maligne Canyon or Go Dog Sledding!
Go on guided Ice Walk in Maligne Canyon or try dog sledding with SunDog Tours.
Ski or Snowboard at Marmot Basin
Head out to Marmot Basin for a weekend of skiing or snowboarding! This is such a great way to spend time with your family. Feb 18-19 you can also experience Demo Days where you can demo skis and snowboards for free!
Take a Dog Sled Tour
Gold Fire Creek Dogsledding has several different dog sledding tours you can sign up for. The 60 Minute Musher is a great option for families with kids. Visit their website for tour details.
Go Skating
Head to Lake Mildred or Lac Beauvert and go skating!
Go Tobogganing
Grab a toboggan, tube or sled, and head to the Jasper Park Lodge to go tobogganing!
Go Fat Biking
There are several options for renting a fat bike in Jasper:
Stay in Jasper
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge will have a weekend full of family programming and activities, as well as movies and parties available through their family getaway deals. And their outdoor pool at night is divine!
Whether it’s heading up to Marmot Basin to be the first ones on the chair, going for an ice-skate out on Pyramid Lake, or experiencing Parks Canada programs alongside interpretive staff at Marmot Meadows, Adventure is waiting this Family Day Weekend!
Looking for more things to do in Jasper this winter? We’ve got ideas for you here!
