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Chilliwack in the winter is truly a captivating sight, with beautiful visual contrasts: the vibrant expanse of rich green farmland in the valley contrasts with the snow blanketed mountain peaks that surround it. Both indoor and outdoor activities abound, from spending time in nature, to getting lost in the excitement of a great hockey game. Here are some great ideas to fill your winter days with activity, and best of all, fun!

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Whether indoor or outdoor, Chilliwack offers a wide array of family friendly activities to do in winter. Have a blast while burning off those holiday calories!

Skating

Drop-in skating programs range from parent-and-tot and family skating to adult hockey and social skating, with a number of options in between! If you’re looking for the relaxation of leisure skating, or the thrill of a solid game of hockey between new or old friends, find yourself at one of the following complexes this winter season.

Chilliwack Coliseum

45323 Hodgins Avenue

Sardis Sports Complex

5725 Tyson Road

Snowshoeing

Try something new this winter, or maybe it’s already a favoured family tradition, snowshoeing in Chilliwack always delivers stunning views. Beginner or experienced at snowshoeing, there’s a trail to suit any skill level

Elk Mountain: Elk View Road

Chilliwack Lake: Chilliwack Lake Road

Lindeman Lake Trail: Chilliwack Lake Road

Winter Camping

Located in the Chilliwack River Valley, Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park is a local favourite for activities in any season. Embrace the weather this winter and take in the impressive views of towering mountains and snow-covered trees next to the warmth of a fire while winter camping in this exceptional park.

Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park

Chilliwack Lake Road

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Hockey – a beloved Canadian pastime: the slap of the puck and clacking of sticks on ice always gets a heart racing! Chilliwack is fortunate to be home to Junior A Ice Hockey Team, the Chilliwack Chiefs. Check out these home games for rousing hockey action right in the heart of the city.

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If you’re looking to get out of the cold and enjoy some local events in the comfort of indoors, we’ve got you covered. From paint night and a movie screening to beer tasting and a delicious pasta night (where you are served by the aforementioned Chilliwack Chiefs!), your calendar of events will be full this winter!

12 Days of Beermas Tap Takeover
Old Yale Brewing,
404-44550 South Sumas Road
January 18^th

Winter Owls Paint Night
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chilliwack,
43971 Industrial Way
January 20^th

Youth Winter Kickoff

Exit Chilliwack Escape Room,
102-45300 Luckakuck Way
January 23^rd

Pasta D’Puck
The Unofficial Fraser Valley Embassy,
43971 Industrial Way
January 28^th

Winter Ladies Night
PRISM Studio,
2-45467 Yale Road,
February 1^st

Fraser Valley Distillery Festival
Chilliwack Cultural Centre,
9201 Corbould Street
February 1^st

11^th Annual Valley Wine Festival
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chilliwack,
43971 Industrial Way
February 8^th

Movie Screening: This Mountain Life
Old Yale Brewing,
404-44550 South Sumas Road
February 27^th

Now that you have some great ideas for winter outings, bundle up, head out and enjoy! Remember to share your adventures with us by tagging your photos with #ShareChilliwack. For more information on these and other winter activities, contact us at Tourism Chilliwack.