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Things to do in Brantford over Easter weekend

Spring has arrived in Brantford, and the city is buzzing with energy ahead of the Easter long weekend. Whether you are a local looking for something fun to do or a visitor exploring for the first time, this guide highlights the best ways to spend your holiday weekend in Brantford.

Myrtleville House Museum will host their annual Easter Egg Hunt (rain or shine!) on Saturday, April 4. Meet on the front lawn at 10 a.m. sharp. Please note there will be limited parking on site. A kids' craft and a...

How to Spend March Break in Brantford

Here are a few March Break activities that you and the whole family can enjoy in Brantford. 

Ice Skating
There are a variety of places to skate outdoors or indoors this March Break. Join us for a variety of ice-skating options at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre for all ages.  They offer a variety of skating options. Helmets are strongly recommended. View full skating schedules online. Harmony Square downtown also offers ice-skating 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily, weather permitting, or you can find a 

Explore Brantford’s Trails This Winter

Brantford is home to the Hub of Ontario Trails, which links three major branches of the Trans Canada Trail at Brant’s Crossing in downtown Brantford. With over 70km of trails to hike, fat bike, or snowshoe, there is so much to explore during the winter months in beautiful Brantford. Please note that trails are not maintained in the winter months and must be used at your own risk. 

Our trail system connects Brantford to other nearby cities, including Port Dover, Hamilton, Paris, and beyond. The...

Create Family Day memories at Brantford's Winter Fun Fest

Join us for family-friendly activities during the Family Day long weekend as part of Brantford’s Winter Fun Fest! Enjoy ice-skating and swimming at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, pre-book a tour of the Bell Homestead National Historic Site for a special rate, or join the excitement downtown at Harmony Square and One Market. Visit Brantford.ca/WinterFunFest for a full schedule of events. 

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Join us in the heart of downtown Brantford on Sunday, February 15, 2026, for...

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Brantford

Welcome in 2026 with family and friends at Brantford’s New Year’s Eve Celebration on Wednesday, December 31, 2025! Enjoy free live music, a photo booth, and party favours at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts (88 Dalhousie St.), followed by a dazzling firework display in Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie St.). Attendees can skate into the New Year at the DJ Skate Party from 7 p.m. to midnight in Harmony Square, weather permitting.

Schedule of Events

• The fun begins in Harmony Square in...