Best Winter Activities Near Dayton, Ohio

Just because the temperatures have dropped doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Dayton offers plenty of exciting winter activities to make the Midwest winters pleasant. Stop waiting around for summer and make the most of winter with our picks for the best winter activities near Dayton!

Ice Skating

Enjoy views of the Dayton skyline while carving up the ice with your family and friends at MetroParks Ice Rink. This Dayton spot is open Thanksgiving through February and provides skaters the protection of a covered pavilion and an ample 70 feet by 150 feet rink. Children under 3 are free and admission for the rest is $5 with a $2 fee for skate rental.

Newport Aquarium Winter Family Days

Families looking for an indoor activity can take advantage of the Newport Aquarium Winter Family Days discount. During the event, which lasts from January 7 to February 28, families can get one free child admission (ages 2-12) with the purchase of a full-price adult admission. Current exhibits include Ring of Fire: World of the Octopus, Seahorses: Unbridled Fun, and Stingray Hideaway.

Ice Fishing

Once the water ices over, anglers can enjoy a whole new challenge in some of the Metro area parks: ice fishing. Several popular ice fishing spots can be found around Dayton in Carriage Hill MetroPark’s Cedar Lake, Possum Creek MetroPark, and Englewood MetroPark ponds. Make sure you take proper precautions and go with an experienced ice fisher, as the ice conditions are not monitored by the park staff.

Cincinnati Zoo

Winter visitors to the Cincinnati Zoo not only get half-priced admission but also enjoy some special winter activities such as the Penguin Parade. If you feel chilly, there are heated indoor exhibits throughout the zoo to explore and warm up in.

Sledding

The Dayton area has some thrilling sledding hills for kids and adults alike. From the infamous Suicide Hill at Community Golf Course in Kettering to the big hill at Germantown MetroPark, you will have plenty of options to choose from for some good old-fashioned fun in the snow.

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