When the temperatures drop enjoy some local classic winter fun!
From skiing the slopes of New Hampshire to sledding and skating in Greater Boston and the North Shore, there’s no shortage of ways to embrace the season. Whether you’re searching for a family-friendly snow day adventure, a cozy spot for après-ski, or the best local skating rinks, our Winter Activities Guide has you covered.
Bundle up and discover top spots for skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, and ice skating, plus festive winter events and scenic places to explore all season long. Get ready to make the most of winter right here in Greater Boston, the North Shore, and New Hampshire.
Check back for updates throughout the season.
Appleton Farms – Maple Season
219 County Rd, Ipswich, MA
Every Saturday in February
Arrowhead Recreation Area
18 Robert Easter Way, Claremont, NH
Ski, Snowboarding & Tubing
Beverly Winter Wonderland Festival
55 Ober Street – Lynch Park, Beverly, MA
January 17th from 11 – 3 pm
WINTERACTIVE
Boston’s Outdoor Art Exhibition
Downtown, Boston, MA
January 14 – March 29
Red Bull Heavy Metal – snowboarding contest
City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA
February 21 at 2:30 pm
The Rink at The Tall Ship
1 East Pier Drive
East Boston Waterfront, MA
January 16 – March 30
See website for activities
Boston Frostival
Boston, MA
Lodge, Ferris Wheel & more…
See website for calendar of events
Danvers FalconFest Winter Bonfire
Plains Park – Porter St., Danvers, MA
January 10th from 5 – 7 pm
Ipswich – Crane Beach – Snowshoeing
310 Argilla Road, Ipswich, MA
Starting February 13th
Advance purchase required
Joppa Flats’ 2026 Merrimack River Eagle Festival
Around: Newburyport, Amesbury & Salisbury
Saturday, February 14th from 9 am – 3 pm
Lynnfield MarketStreet – Rink
600 Market St, Lynnfield, MA
November 15 – February 22
Nashoba Valley
Revere Beach – Winter Wonderland
Waterfront Square – Revere, MA
Springhill Suites Hotel
Outside at the MBTA Plaza
Bottom of the Markey Bridge
February 7th from 11 am to 5 pm
