March Break Magic

March Break sounds like sunshine and spring… but in Canada, it usually looks more like boots, snowbanks and “Mom, I’m freezing!” ten minutes into being outside. The good news? You can still have a fun, active March Break as a family without spending a lot of money or needing the perfect weather.

Here are a few simple ideas that work indoors AND in the cold outdoors:

Indoor Activities

• Family Dance Party: Put on a playlist and do a “song challenge” (freeze dance, slow-motion dance, or dance like an animal).
• Indoor Snow Day Olympics: Use painter’s tape lines to jump over, pillows to hop across, and a “spin then walk” race.
• Build-a-Blanket Fort + Movie: Add popcorn and let the kids perform a quick “dance show” inside the fort after.
• Kitchen Helper Day: Bake muffins or decorate cookies, then dance while you clean up (it helps, trust me!).

Outdoor Activities

• Snow Fort or Snow Kingdom Build: Add tunnels, walls, and “dance stage” areas for imaginary performances.
• Tobogganing: The ride down is fun… and the climb back up counts as exercise!
• Snow Walk Scavenger Hunt: Look for animal tracks, pinecones, icy shapes or “something that sparkles.”
• Snowball Target Practice: Stack buckets or draw targets in the snow, and everyone gets a turn.

And for those days when kids need something exciting to do, and grown-ups need a little time to work, organize or reset, Dance Extreme’s March Break Camp is a great option. Families can choose a full week or individual days, and kids stay busy with dancing, games, crafts and lots of movement, perfect for burning energy.

March Break doesn’t need fancy plans. A little creativity, a little movement and a few snowy adventures can make it a week your kids will remember.