Winter Fun Day, the event that launches the 150th anniversary festivities!
February 23, 2025
The Recreation Department, in collaboration with local community organizations, invites you to discover and participate in the various activities offered as part of Winter Fun Day!
Community initiatives for all are planned throughout the territory. It's a great opportunity to celebrate Chelsea's rich history with your neighbors, and to mark the beginning of the 150th anniversary festivities!
This event is made possible by a contribution from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Program
A ski challenge awaits you on the winter trail!
You're invited to get out your skis and ski the full length of the trail! At six locations along the way, community organizations will set up kiosks where you can take a break by the campfires and enjoy hot beverages, refreshments, and pastries.
Pick up a coupon at each kiosk for a chance to win a participation prize!
The official start of the event, featuring the mayor and the Chelsea Nordiq Ski Club, is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the Chelsea CLSC, located at 490 Route 105.
Don't have any equipment?
The organization Ski at school will rent ski equipment free of charge. Interested residents can present themselves in the CLSC Chelsea parking lot (490 Route 105). No registration is required.
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025
Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Price: free of charge
Age group: 6 and up
Where: Voie Verte Chelsea trail
Trail access points and kiosk locations:
- *Farm Point Community Park (311 Chemin de la Rivière)
- Club Cascades (100 Chemin de la Rivière)
- Larrimac Golf Club (1148 Route 105)
- Chemin Kirk's Ferry
- Gleneagle
- *CLSC building (490 Route 105)
*Parking is available at these locations.
Transcollines will provide a free shuttle service between the six access points.
Activities for the whole family are organized at the Farm Point Community Park. There will be giant games, a sledding area, an outdoor skating rink, music and much more!
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025
Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 311 Chemin de la Rivière
Price: free of charge
On-site services:
- Canteen
- On the menu: refreshments, hot dogs, sandwiches, soup, lasagna and dessert.
- Washrooms
- Parking
Get moving and discover the traditional dances of yesteryear!
A folk dance workshop with L'Ensemble folklorique de la Gatineau will be held at the Farm Point community center. Places are limited. Register now!
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025
Hours: 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: 331 Chemin de la Rivière
Price: free of charge
There's a great spot for sledding at the Hollow Glen Community Park. Bring your equipment and join the Hollow Glen Residents' Association for a morning of fun. It's the perfect excuse to get outside and enjoy the joys of winter.
There will be complimentary snacks and hot beverages served inside the community center for participants.
A limited amount of sledding equipment will be available for loan.
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025
Hours: 8:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Where: 12 Chemin du Parc
Price: free of charge
Thanks!
To our partners and gold sponsors!
To our silver sponsors!
Équitable - Fair Trade Chelsea supports this event by offering fair trade hot chocolate in collaboration with Sentiers Chelsea Trails thanks to the generous support of La Siembra Cooperative/Cocoa Camino.
Recreation, sports, culture and community life Department
