Friday, January 20th. 2023 is a PA Day for elementary schools in the Niagara region. Fortunately there are plenty of PA Day activities for everyone to enjoy! Here is a list of some of our recommendations.
The Great Canadian Midway

There’s no better way to have your kids release some pent up energy than by taking them to the Great Canadian Midway. It’s the place to go for an abundance of midway and arcade games. From tried and true oldies like Skee Ball and High Striker, to DC Superheroes and Villains, we have games to suit every type of kid! The best deal on tokens for kids is the Midway Token Offer. For just $50 (online only), kids can easily spend a full afternoon here with 160 tokens on hand. From arcade games, video games, rides, and toys to be won, it’s an exciting way to spend a day off!
The Clifton Hill Fun Pass is another great option for a day of fun! For $22.95+tax for children (ages 12 and under) they will get SIX of our most popular attractions on Clifton Hill; all of which are indoors to take the chill off.

PA Day At The Rink

This PA Day, head to the “Ice Rink” at The Gardens at Pillar & Post and enjoy the lovely grounds, skate on a 120 by 60 ice rink, and experience The OutPost’s trademark food and beverage offerings.
The skating rink is open to the general public and hotel guests of Vintage Hotels and Niagara’s Finest Hotels. The rink is available for skating, gliding, and having fun.
COMMUNITY SKATE HOURS (Subject to Change)
Monday – Thursday – 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday – Saturday – 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday – 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
HOTEL GUEST SKATE HOURS
Monday – Thursday – 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday – Saturday – 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday – 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please keep in mind that, depending on ice conditions and weather, the rink will be closed for cleaning at various points during the day, normally around 3:00 p.m. Cleaning time is about 30 minutes.
The Gardens offers skate rentals.
Skate rentals are provided for $5.00 at The OutPost; however, rentals are limited, and visitors to The Gardens are advised to bring their own skates. Helmets are mandatory for all skaters under the age of 12, and helmet rentals are free.
City of NIagara Falls Activities at MacBain Community Centre

Child, Youth, and Family Programs
Visit the MacBain Community Centre for a wide range of programs for people of all ages! Check out the Aquatics calendar and the Library schedule to discover what else is going on at the MacBain Community Centre!
School Vacation Programs
Join us during school holidays as we expand our all-ages programming to provide safe family fun!
Supervision Requirements: Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver who is at least 16 years of age for All Ages Drop In Programs.
Day passes are available: For only $10 per kid / $15 per adult / $25 per family, you may attend all of the fantastic drop-in activities as well as the pool (excludes indoor play structure)
January 20th
- Drop In Pickleball
- 12:00pm – 2:00pm
- $5 per person / $10 per family
- Drop In Basketball
- 2:30pm – 8:30pm
- $5 per person / $10 per family
- Drop In Board Games and Puzzles
- 12:00pm – 4:00pm
- $5 per person / $10 per family
- Drop In Table Tennis
- 4:30pm – 8:30pm
- $5 per person / $10 per family
- Indoor Playground
- 12:00pm – 8:30pm
- Ages 4 – 12
- $7 per person / $15 per family
PD Day Camp at the Meridian Community Centre

Day Camps for PD Days at the Meridian Centre
PD Day Camp is held in the Meridian Community Centre from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes activities such as games, crafts, exercise time, and more!
Dates for Future Camps:
January 20, 2023; February 17, 2023; May 19, 2023; June 9, 2023
Camp Fee | $55 per kid, including lunch of Chicken Fingers and Fries
*Extended care is not offered for PD Day Camps.
Please register by clicking here!
PA Day Drop-In at “Crock A Doodle”

Make your P.A Day memorable by joining us in the studio to paint your one-of-a kind pottery piece!
P.A. Day Fun at Our Studio
Friday January 20
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Bring the kids into “Crock A Doodle” in nearby St. Catharine’s. They get to create their very own hand-painted pottery piece to cherish for years to come. This PA Day they are invited to drop in and get started on something special. Drop-Ins are welcome but reservations are recommended.