When winter arrives in Newfoundland and Labrador, we have everything to keep you energized and ready for the season. It all starts by opening your mind to one of Canada's best kept secrets. Our winter season has something for everyone, whether it is snowshoeing, cross country skiing, or taking in one of our many winter festivals. If you prefer indoor winter activities, treat yourself to a winter weekend escape in a seaside B&B or an urban getaway to St. John's for a weekend of entertainment, pampering, great food and romance.
Our comfortable temperatures and high annual snowfall make for great outdoor action. Grab your snowshoes. Step out into the freshness of the clean, snow-covered world of Newfoundland and Labrador. Hear the distinct sound of snow crunching underfoot as it echoes through the evergreen trees. Gaze at majestic winter panoramas in Gros Morne or Terra Nova National Parks. Wander the edges of a small fishing village and visit our favorite seaside lookouts. Watch as the ice pans move on our frozen harbours – rippling, smooth and strong, like wind in a sail. Have a picnic or mug-up in the shelter of a majestic natural cave or a towering lighthouse. Enjoy the company of wild foxes, arctic hares, and moose. In the depths of winter, stroll across entire lakes and ponds and know what it's like to walk on water.
Newfoundland and Labrador offers a number of fun winter activities. Every week, look for winter events and celebrations like Winterlude in Grand Falls-Windsor, Sno-Break in Happy Valley Goose Bay, and the Bay Roberts Festival of Lights. Check out the ice sculptures at the Corner Brook Winter Carnival or Mount Pearl Frosty Festival.
If it is relaxation you seek, treat yourself to some peace and quiet in a seaside B&B or cottage. Cuddle by the fire after star gazing on a crisp moonless night around the bay .
In St. John's, start a winter weekend getaway with his-and-hers Friday at the spa. Check out the diverse restaurant scene and then hit the town to listen to live music. During the day, explore indoor attractions and diversions that range from the latest exhibit at The Rooms art gallery, to examining the planet's geology at the Geo Centre. Find hidden treasures in the quaint downtown heritage shops and chique boutiques. If you're wondering where to stay, high-end B&Bs are quieter this time of year or a full-service four-star hotel is always a quality choice.