March Break in Perth Ontario
Perth is the perfect place for a visit or staycation over March Break. Your family will love the variety of events, workshops, activities, day camps, and attractions. So grab a coat and your camera - Perth here we come!
Updated for 2024 events:
Scheduled Events, Workshops, Activities and Camps
Participate in Perth & District Union Public Library Programs |
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Location 30 Herriott St, Perth
ProgramsWinter Hibernation (ages 3-8)March 11th, 2024 (10:00am-11:00am)
Join Rachel to learn how some of the animals in our area hibernate and create your very own bear den. This activity is best suited for ages 3-8.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
Bridge Building (ages 8+)March 11th, 2024 (1:00pm-2:00pm)
Put your bridge making skills to the test and see how many books your bridge can hold! Best for ages 8+.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
Frog Mystery (ages 3-8)March 12th, 2024 (10:00am-11:00am)
Join Rachel to learn about the frog mystery and create your very own frog with a retractable tongue. This activity is best suited for children ages 3-8.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224.
Animal Tracking (ages 6-12)March 12th, 2024 (1:00pm-2:00pm)
Come learn about the animal tracks you may spot in the wintertime and create a nature journal to record animal sightings. This activity is best suited for children ages 6-12.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
Meet the Keepers!March 13th, 2024 (1:00pm-2:00pm)
The Keepers Wildlife Rescue centre was founded by Kyle Lawrie and Janie Cyr in October 2016 to fulfill their dream of rescuing wildlife and educating the public across Canada. They will be visiting the library and bringing a variety of small and medium animals such as chinchilla, tarantula, parrot, rabbit, 4-ft snake, fox, and tortoise.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
Yoga for Kids! (ages 6-12)March 14th, 2024 (1:00pm-2:00pm)
Stretch your way into Thursday afternoon with a yoga class! Please bring a yoga mat or towel and a water bottle. This activity is best suited for children ages 6-12.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
Storytime and Craft (ages 3-8)March 15th, 2024 (10:00am-11:00am)
Join Rachel to read Imogene Antlers by David Small and create your own antlers. This activity is best suited for children ages 3-8.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
Sumo-bot Competition with STEAMPUNK Robotics Education Inc. (ages 9-13)March 15th, 2024 (10:00am-1:00pm)
Try your hand at building a sumo-bot with Lego Spike sets and have some fun competing against other teams. Robot-sumo is a sport in which two robots attempt to push each other out of a circle (in a similar fashion to the sport of sumo). Each team will have their own table with a Lego Spike kit, a laptop and instructions to build and code a sumo-bot. Our awesome STEM programmer will be at hand to help with the building and the coding. Afterwards, we will pit the sumo-bots against each other and we will declare a winner! Participants are asked to please bring a snack.
Cost: Free
Book: Reserve a spot on the Perth Library website or call 613-267-1224
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March Break Day Camp at the Pool |
LocationPerth & District Pool, 3 Sunset Blvd, Perth
Dates and Time
March 11th-15th from 8:30am-4:30pm Ages 4-10 Weekly Rates: $200.80 (contributing) $246.10 (non-contributing) Schedule:
DescriptionPerth & District Pool provides day camps for a modest fee. Please contact the pool directly to reserve your spot!
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Free Swims at Perth & District Indoor Pool |
Location3 Sunset Blvd, Perth
Dates and Time
Free Public Swims are all listed on Perth Pool's webpage
Thank you to our sponsors Solid State Electric, Crown Integrity, B.C. Mechanical, Prodecal, DiCola Petroleum, Land O'Lakes Tunis Shriners Club, Cordick Chiropractic, Noonan's Auto
DescriptionThe pool is offering multiple FREE public swims throughout the break.
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Free Skates & Hockey events at Perth & District Community Centre (Arena) |
Location2 Beckwith Street East, Perth
Skating Dates and Time
Free Public Skates are all listed on the Perth & District Community Centre's ice schedule
Stick & Puck Dates and Time
Free Stick & Puck events are all listed on the Perth & District Community Centre's ice schedule
DescriptionPerth & District Community Centre is offering multiple FREE public skates and Stick & Puck events throughout March Break.
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Splash N'Boots - March Break Tour |
LocationStudio Theatre Perth, 63 Gore St E, Perth
Date and TimeMarch 16th at 12:00pm
DescriptionJoin us for Splash N’Boots live on their March Break Tour! With their hit TV show on Treehouse TV and Disney Jr. Canada, they have appeared daily in over 8.5 million homes across Canada. They have also recently written and produced an episode for Sesame Street. 2X JUNO award winners (9X Nominees). Seeing, hearing, and loving children for exactly who they are.
Cost$30 general admission all ages *children under 12 months do not require a ticket and can be in arms
https://www.tixr.com/groups/noisemakerpresents/events/splash-n-boots-94020
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Paint Nite (for the grown-ups) |
LocationThe Locks Perth, 82 Peter St, Perth
Date and TimeMarch 14th at 6:30pm-8:30pm
DescriptionJoin us for a magical evening of painting and creativity with Joyce of Art Creative Magic! Joyce will provide the materials and instruction needed to create a one-of-a-kind painting. No prior experience necessary – just bring your sense of fun and adventure! Sip on a glass of wine or your favourite beverage while you paint and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the Locks Perth. Adults. See the eventbrite link for full details.
Cost$39 person
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/family-paint-party-tickets-819288091737 |
DIY Workshop - Create Two Bunny's and Fill Your Tummy |
LocationPeter's Restaurant, 84 Gore St E, Perth
Date and TimeMarch 16th at 4pm-6pm
DescriptionEach project will include: two wooden bunnies (1 small, 1 large), IOD image transfers for crafting, a personalized name, a ribbon for the finishing touches, and a $15 food voucher to go towards a dinner of your choice. All ages are welcome so bring some friends and family, to enjoy an evening of creating in one of Perth’s favourite restaurants! Cost: $55 for dinner & workshop. Register at Peter’s or Red Brick Emporium.
Cost$55 for dinner and workshop
https://www.facebook.com/events/413890204423117 |
Attractions and Things to Do
Book a Lane at The Spare Room Bowling Alley |
Location2 Wilson St W, Perth
DescriptionOriginally opened above the Perkins Automobile shop in the 50’s, the Spare Room Bowling Alley offers a retro atmosphere. This is the perfect place to try your hand at 5 pin bowling, while indulging in your favourite snacks and beverages.
Special March Break HoursMonday & Tuesday 11:00am-5:00pm Wednesday & Thursday 11:00am-9:00pm
Friday & Saturday 11:00am-10:00pm
Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Cost$40 lane/hour (shoe rental and HST included)
BookOffering special March Break hours, reservations on the hour are recommended as spots will fill up quickly. Email hello@thespareroomperth.com or call 613-706-7090 to guarantee your group’s spot! |
Enjoy a Self-Guided Walking Tour
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Whether you want to learn about Perth’s historic buildings, see vintage signs and murals, or dive into the area’s geology, Perth offers several options for self guided walking tours.
Plug in your headphones and get walking! Just because the kiddies are out of school, doesn’t mean the learning has to end!
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Play Outdoors at Conlon Farm Recreation Complex |
Location127 Smith Dr, Perth
DescriptionConlon Farm Recreation Complex is a great place for a free March Break family fun day. Check out the amenities on our website. Even the parking is free. |
Visit the Perth Museum
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Location11 Gore St E, Perth Please enter on the courtyard side of the house, at the white Visitor Information Centre door. The museum has an accessible ramp at their entrance.
HoursWednesday – Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm
DescriptionLeave the 21st century behind as you enter the world of the 1840s at the elegant Matheson House, home of the award-winning Perth Museum. This popular tourist attraction, located downtown at 11 Gore Street East, is a National Historic Site. The stone dwelling was built in 1840 for the Honourable Roderick Matheson, wealthy merchant, and a senator in Canada's first parliament after Confederation. This was a family home. He was married twice and had a total of 13 children, all raised in the house. The four period rooms - parlour, dining room, drawing room and a warm and welcoming kitchen - have been carefully restored and furnished to reflect the lifestyle of the Matheson family who owned the house for 90 years. Enjoy strolling through our Victorian Gardens, a pastime the Mrs. Matheson and her children took part in.
To note, tours at this time are self-guided, but our friendly and knowledgeable museum interpreters are happy to answer any questions you may have.
The Museum offers drop-in child-friendly activities and has an accessible washroom with a change table. Strollers welcome.
CostAdmission by donation
BookYou can drop in! If you are bringing a large group (10 or more people) the museum asks for a heads up so they can be sure they can accommodate you @613-267-1947 or 1-855-326-1947, or let us know via our Eventbrite page Self-Guided Tours at the Perth Museum. |
Visit Stewart Park |
LocationMill St, Perth
DescriptionLocated off the downtown of Perth, Stewart Park is one of Perth’s many jewels. With bridges and benches overlooking the Tay River, this is a must-see attraction. |
See the Mammoth Cheese life-sized Replica |
Location28 Drummond St E, Perth
DescriptionWhat happens when your region's dairy producers get creative in 1893? You make a 22,000-lb block of cheese and send it to the Chicago World Fair via train - that's what you do! There's a good story behind the Mammoth Cheese - so much so that the unique idea is honoured with a replication! Check it out at the Crystal Palace. You can also see many original Mammoth Cheese artefacts in Perth Museum.
CostFree |
Other Ideas Nearby
Visit Murphy's Point |
Location2243 Elm Grove Rd, Perth
HoursOpen daily 8:00am-10:00pm
DescriptionLooking for a March Break adventure? Murphy's Point Provincial Park is the spot for you. The Tay Valley Cross Country Ski Club — in cooperation with the authorities at the park — grooms and track sets the 21 km network for classic and skate ski trails during the winter months.
Find trail conditions online or call the Park @ 613-267-5060
If you’re not a club member or Ontario Parks season’s pass holder, don’t forget to purchase a Day Use Permit at the reception kiosk in the winter parking lot or Lally Homestead (at 2742 Lally Rd, Portland). |
Experience All Thing Maple |
| Did you know that Lanark county is the Maple Syrup Capital of Ontario? Check out the Lanark County Tourism website for local sugarbush information and all things Maple! |
Ready to plan your trip? Check out this page for accommodations, directions and more, and visit the Bring The Kids webpage for further information about indoor and outdoor activities, and a list of restaurants with kid menus and family-friendly treats!