March Break 2025
It’s almost time for that magical break between the long stretch and the home stretch - March Break! We’ve tried to include as much as we could find, but what we discovered is that there aren’t many camps where you can actually take the kids for the day while you’re working. Maybe next year someone will jump on that ⭐️
We hope that if you are staying close to home that we can find some fun things for you to do both with the kids, and for the kids to do on their own. If we’ve missed something great, please let us know!
Lighthouse Festival Theatre
Robin Hood
Tickets HERE for $17 each of 4 for $60
While the King is away, the people of England suffer under the oppressive rule of his tax-happy brother, Prince John. Only a straight arrow like Robin Hood, the best archer in the land, can save England! By stealing from the rich and giving back to the poor, Robin keeps the spirit of justice alive, with the help of a few friends along the way, including Maid Marian, Friar Tuck, and Little John. But what if the Prince and the dreaded Sheriff of Nottingham lay a trap for our hero? With all the humour and fun people have come to expect, DuffleBag hits the mark with this on-target tale of derring-do!
Sleeping Beauty
Tickets HERE for $17 each of 4 for $60
The King and Queen plan a huge party to celebrate the birth of the Princess Aurora, but when the Evil Fairy fails to receive an invitation, her curse changes everything! Can the King and Queen prevent the Princess from pricking her finger on the spindle of a spinning wheel, or will the entire Kingdom fall asleep for a hundred years? Will it take a handsome Prince to wake them up, or just a rubber chicken? Only DuffleBag Theatre knows for sure in this enchanting adaptation of the classic fairy tale. Come play your part in the story to find out!
March Break Magic with The Illusionist: Lucas Wilson
*** March Break Magic has returned for ONE SHOW ONLY! ***
Direct from Guinness World Records:
Join The Illusionist: Lucas Wilson, as he brings his award-winning magic, jaw-dropping illusions, and Guinness World Record feats to Lighthouse Theatre for March Break Magic!
Be amazed as Lucas performs his signature award-winning illusions in a show suitable for the whole family. Witness why his straitjacket escapes have earned him 4 official Guinness World Records and have been seen by millions of people around the World.
Lucas Wilson holds more Guinness World Records in Illusion than Penn & Teller, David Blaine and Criss Angel… COMBINED!
The magic continues after the show with an interactive magic workshop with Lucas & Catherine. Learn how to perform your very own magic at home in this LIMITED VIP ONLY workshop.
The VIP Experience Includes:
• 30-Minute Interactive Magic Workshop after the show
• Exclusive Magic Trick that you get to take home with you
• Souvenir Lanyard
• Guaranteed seats within the FIRST TWO ROWS during the show
Don’t miss this show with illusions that you won’t see anywhere else. Secure your spot and experience the magic LIVE with The Illusionist: Lucas Wilson.
Date: Saturday, March 8th
Time: 2pm
Location: Lighthouse Festival Theatre
247 Main Street, Port Dover, Norfolk County N0A 1N0
General Admission: $24 total – NO HST / NO ADDITIONAL TICKET FEES
VIP Admission: $40 total – NO HST / NO ADDITIONAL TICKET FEES
Purchase Tickets HERE!
Art With Heart
**REGISTRATION OPEN NOW FOR 2025 MEMBERSHIP HOLDERS!**
(Opens for non-members on Feb 15th, 2025)
Looking for something fun to do for March Break? Join us on a creative journey as we explore all kinds of different artistic mediums. Young artists will spend the week unleashing their imaginations through visual, musical, and dramatic arts! Arts, games, mess, and laughter– a great way to spend the break!
Ages: 5-12
Runs: Monday, March 10th – Friday, March 14th, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Pricing:
Members: $250/week
Non-Members: $275/week
*Please note, you must have a 2025 membership in order to registration before Feb 15th*
Not a member? Click HERE to become one! 🙂
Simcoe Gliders Gymnastics Club
Looking for more info? You can head over to the Gliders page by clicking HERE!
Nature’s Calling Environmental Education
2025 March Break Day Camp
Bring out the “wild” in your child!
At our March Break Day Camps, campers will be immersed in nature all day long! They will explore enchanted woods, learn about plants & animals, enjoy sing-a-longs, do crafts, play games, and partake in hands-on activities, all in a fun environment with our dedicated staff. Depending on temperatures they may even participate in a “sugaring off party” as we tap maple trees to make syrup!
Cost is $300 (lunch not provided) for a full week and hours are 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.
We have a choice of 2 locations on wonderful properties features fields and woods to discover, equipped with shelter, firepit, trails, and exciting discoveries. You can book your camper HERE!
Navigate Life Positively
Let your little one experience a day on the farm. This active day is filled with chores, hikes, yoga, horse grooming and painting fun. This event is on March 12th from 8 am - 2 pm and is for 8-12 year olds. You can learn more about them HERE and register from their FB event 🐴
Open Doors
You can reach out to the Open Doors team and find out more information HERE!
Sayza Yoga Studio
March 11 and 13th from 9-3 drop the kids off for some active time learning about how much fun it can be to be healthy (and screen free)! You can visit their website HERE and connect with someone at the studio.
Norfolk County Public Library
There is so much to do with our local Libraries - so much more than just books! Check out their website HERE for more details.
Port Dover Arena Skating
The Port Dover Lions are sponsoring all public and parent & tots skates all week at the Port Dover Arena - thanks PD Lions 🦁 ! For all other arena schedules you can check the Norfolk County website HERE for times and pricing.
Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre Swimming
Through the week you can find a variety of times for both family and parent and tots swims, a few of which are FREE thanks to Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (formerly Simcoe & District Real Estate Board) You’ll find the schedule HERE!
Registration is open for members and the public!
To book your swim in ENCORE, please visit norfolkcounty.ca/Swimming or call 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, ext. 2233
Recreational swim admission standards will be in effect.
Norfolk County Museums - Drop In Together
March 12-14, 2025
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Drop-in Programming at our Museums:
Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre
Port Dover Harbour Museum
Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum
Looking for something fun to do with your kids or grandkids this March Break? Norfolk County’s museums have you covered! Drop in to any of our three museums from 1:00-3:00pm on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of March Break to view our awesome exhibits, do a new craft each day, and test your observation skills with our museum scavenger hunts. Click HERE for more details!
Admission by donation.
Norfolk County Programs
Located at the Delhi Kinsmen Sports Complex from 7:30 - 5:30 daily March 10-14. Cost : $189 for the week. Sign up HERE!
Kids will explore the joys of rhythm and motion through fun interactive activities and special guests
• All 4 years olds registered in recreation programs must be currently enrolled in or completed JK
• To ensure that all of our campers are successful, please contact the Recreation Team in advance of the program start date if your camper requires an accommodation. Important Camp Info:
• Camp days are planned around a daily theme led by energetic staff. Bring your positive attitude!
• Food and Drink- send a lunch, snacks, and refillable water bottle each day. Camps are ‘nut free’
• Outside physical activity is important. Please ensure your child is dressed for the weather. Running shoes required
• Electronic devices- Thank you for leaving the following at home: cell phones, iPad's and tablets, computer games and money
Located at the Simcoe Rec Centre (Annaleise Carr Aquatic Centre) from 8:00 - 4:30 daily March 10-14. Cost : $192 for the week. Sign up for the Waitlist HERE!
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend a day in the life of a lifeguard? Sign up for this camp to find out!
The Junior Lifeguard Club stresses fun and aquatic skill development based on personal-best achievement. Participants will work to develop and improve swimming and other aquatic skills. Campers will learn and participate in the following activities: -- Shadow a lifeguard -- Swimming Skills -- Lifesaving Skills -- Lifesaving Knowledge -- Leadership and Teamwork -- Competition and Fitness -- Crafts and Games Participants can earn recognition seals for their achievements and will be involved in planning and running activities and water safety education initiatives for various public and family swims throughout March Break.
What to bring: Bathing suits (2), 2 – 3 towels, lunch, water bottle and snacks.
What we will supply: we will supply whistle and lanyard, pizza lunch on Friday, enthusiastic and caring staff!
Canadian Safety Council Babysitter Training Course
For youth who are 12 years old or turning 12 within six months of the end of the course. Attendance for both days is mandatory. Grade of 75% on the final exam required to receive certificate. Topics include caring for children from three months to school-aged, prevention and handling of emergencies and Basic First Aid.
Located at the Waterford Community Centre from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, March 10th and Wednesday, March 12th. Cost: $80 and you can sign up HERE!
SOS For Kids! Home Alone Safety!
The Home Alone Safety for Kids program helps children and their families get ready for their child’s first steps towards independence and being without adult supervision for short periods of time. This safety program is ideally suited for children aged 9- 12 years old. The information is relevant and current to today’s young learners. All participants will receive the Home Alone Safety For Kids manual and a certificate of attendance.
Course content includes:
• Street smarts and bike safety
• People safety (‘Tricky People” and Safe strangers)
• Online and internet safety
• Snacking and kitchen safety
• Sibling rivalry
• Preventing accidents
• How to handle emergencies and other situations
• Basic First Aid skills
Located at the Waterford Community Centre from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday, March 11th. Cost: $47.25 and you can sign up HERE!
SOS For Kids! My Safe Life: Personal Safety for Kids Program
Designed for children 7 to 10 years old, children learn life skills that empower them to make safe, caring, and respectful decisions in their everyday lives both online and offline. Topics include bullying prevention, basic self-defence, and basic First Aid.
Located at the Waterford Community Centre from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday, March 13th. Cost: $47.25 and you can sign up HERE!
Simcoe Strand Theatre
A popular go-to no matter the weather is the movie theatre. Check out the Strand theatre schedule HERE and share a yummy bowl of popcorn while you watch 🎥
A little further out but Honourable Mention…
Tillsonburg Station Arts Centre
Our camp offers a fantastic variety of activities designed to spark imagination!
We have two age-specific groups:
Art Camp for ages 8–11
Craft Camp for ages 4–7
Each day features a new theme that promises exciting projects and games!
Monday: Weather Wonderful
Tuesday: In The Garden
Wednesday: Crazy Creatures
Thursday: Under The Stars
Friday: Mad Scientist
All activities are tailored to each group's age and abilities, ensuring a unique and memorable experience for every child.
Price: $175.00 per week
To sign up or learn more, visit their website HERE!
We hope that no matter how you spend March Break - either out and about with a schedule in hand, enjoying spontaneous tobogganing, walks and drives in our beautiful area, or snuggled up under a blanket - that you have found something new to enjoy here in our Blog ❤️