Our winter is long and getting outside takes a bit more effort than other times of year but it’s important to get your family a good dose of fresh air! There is so much fun to be had outside during the winter – building snowmen, snowball fights, sledding down hills, the list goes on. Bundle up, check out these local, outdoor winter activities, and follow them up with a nice cup of hot cocoa!
Worcester Common Oval Outdoor Rink
455 Main Street, Worcester
This 12,000 sq. ft outdoor skating rink is located directly behind Worcester City Hall and is complete with amenities such as piped-in music, skate rentals, concessions, holiday light, and more.
Ski Ward
1000 Main Street, Shrewsbury
Ski Ward offers snowtubing, skiing, and snowboarding for all experience levels on their 8 tubing lanes and 9 trails. They offer both private and group lessons for skiing and snowboarding.
Nashoba Valley Ski Area
79 Powers Road, Westford
Nashoba Valley is a full-service ski area that offers skiing, snowboarding, and snowtubing. It is New England’s largest snowtubing facility with up to 16 lanes and over 600 snowtubes.
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area
499 Mountain Rd, Princeton
Wachusett Mountain is a ski resort that includes 27 trails and 8 ski lifts. It’s trails and lifts accommodate all skill levels – from beginner to expert. They offer lessons for children as young at 4 years old.
