February Activities for Family and Loved Ones
The cold and dreary season is almost over! As we push through the final stretches of winter, February can sometimes feel like it’s dragging. This season, we're choosing to focus on the positive—exciting activities for the whole family to enjoy on Family Day, Valentine’s Day ideas, and more.
Here are our top 5 recommendations for activities to enjoy with your family or special someone this February:
1. Explore the Nanaimo Old City Quarter and take a stroll down Commercial Street
Both The Old City Quarter and Commercial Street have so much charm and offer a variety of shops and restaurants for everyone to enjoy! Pick up some Nanaimo Bars at Red’s Bakery and take a stroll through the streets. Some of our favourite shops down commercial street include Flying Fish, Quintessential and Funk Revival. Some notable gems in the Old City Quarter include A Wee Cupcakery, Asteras, La Stella Trattoria and more.
2. Try out an Escape Room
This may not be for everyone, but it sure is fun for those families and couples who are up for a challenge! Escape rooms are the perfect indoor activity to keep everyone entertained on a cold day. EXIT Nanaimo Escape Room and Breakout Nanaimo Escape Rooms are two options Nanaimo has to offer. Bring the whole fam or plan a fun date night with your special someone. It’s time to put your detective skills to the test!
3. Head to the Port Theater
The Port Theater downtown Nanaimo offers a range of entertaining shows this February! From Ballets to a Lunar New Year Gala, there’s no shortage of events to attend. The Port Theater is a great place to bring the whole family together and a fun alternative to the regular movie theater.
View the schedule here:
https://www.porttheatre.com/events/category/february/photo/?hide_subsequent_recurrences=1
4. Hit the ice!
Check out the Nanaimo Rink schedules and plan a fun day of skating! Not only is skating the perfect winter activity, but it’s sure to bring everyone together. The Nanaimo Ice Centre, Frank Crane Arena and Cliff McNabb Center offer plenty of ice time and schedules that cater to all types of groups such as Parent & Tot sessions, Adult Leisure sessions, Everyone Welcome sessions and more. Lace up your skates and hit the ice!
View the schedule here:
https://www.nanaimo.ca/parks-recreation-culture/drop-in-schedules/drop-in-skating-schedule
5. Enjoy a Meal at Milano’s
If enjoying a nice meal out is more your speed, Milano’s Restaurant is both a great place for couples to enjoy a date night and a fantastic option for the entire family. Whether you like pizza, pasta, the simplicity of chicken strip s & fries, or maybe Greek food is more your thing, Milano’s has it all! Be sure to set a reservation!
View the food menu here:
From Old City charm to cozy indoor experiences, Nanaimo is a city that embraces both adventure and relaxation, making it an ideal for families and couples alike. So, gather your loved ones, or escape for some alone time—there's always an exciting activity waiting for you, no matter the forecast!