Wintermission

Enjoy free ice skating at the Nick Smith Centre from December 19 through January 2. 

 Monday Movement is a free weekly program on Monday evenings at 6:00pm that features 8 different local fitness instructors guiding you through a different program each week. View the schedule below.

December 29 – Group Fitness (UF Gyms)
January 5 – Zumba (Katrina Kahn)
January 12 – Booty Bands Full Body Fitness (Simply Hart)
January 19 – Stretch, Strength and Core (Colleen Barrie)
January 26 – Aqua Fitness (Valerie Chambers)
February 2 – Chair Fitness (Danielle Hill)
February 9 – Mat Pilates (Denise Wiese)
February 23 – Yoga (Ro Nwosu)

Thank you to our sponsors: Ultimate Fitness, Sunshower Yoga and Wellness, Simply Hart, April Mohr, Jennifer Charblebois-Robillard, Union 108, and Melissa Verch Nutrition. 

Registration required. Sign up now!

Arnprior Optimist Winter Carnival

January 9-18, 2026
Across Arnprior
Description to come

Tween Dance
January 30, 2026 - 7:00-9:00pm
Nick Smith Centre, 77 James Street
Free for Youth Club Members, $10 Admission | We're bringing back a classic - Tween Dance. Open to ages 9-13, we have a night of music and dance.

FamFest
February 13-16, 2026
Across Arnprior
Some Paid Activities, Some Free | Family Day weekend has never been this fun. View the full lineup of activities at Arnprior.ca/FamFest

 Annually, the Town of Arnprior encourages residents to light up their home or businesses and embrace the festive spirit. There are prizes for the top 3 winners and this year, you can vote!

Learn more at Arnprior.ca/ChristmasLights

 Stay active with us at our weekly winter Wednesday seasonal activities. Free for Older Adult Club members and $10 drop-in for those without.

January 7 - Snowshoeing
January 14 - Snowshoeing
January 21 - Snowshoeing
January 28 - Ice Skating
February 4 - Ice Skating
February 11 - Cross Country Skiing
February 18 - Cross Country Skiing
February 25 - Tai Chi (indoors)

 Looking for some child care with exciting activities when the kids are out of school? We have you covered.

December 21 & 22 - Cozy Holiday PA Day Camps
December 29-January 2 (no Jan 1) - Holiday Camp
January 30 - PA Day Camp

All camps are $45 day for residents and $67.50 per day for non-residents. Discounts apply for registering for both days of the Cozy Holiday PA Day Camps.

Learn more and register here.

 Family Day weekend will look better than ever! Here's what we have in store for you...

Friday - Live Music featuring The Derringers

Saturday - DJ Skate Party at the Sullivan Rink of Dreams
Saturday - Family Feud Game Show

Sunday - Winter Activities at Hydro Park East 

Monday - Family Entertainment, Swimming and Skating, Pancake Breakfast, Arnprior Packers Game

Learn more about this weekend by visiting Arnprior.ca/FamFest

 There are always numerous programs you can take part in, regardless of the season. 

Youth Club -  This membership based project provides free access to numerous programs including Youth Nights and Craft Nights while subsidizing Afterschool Programs. View the many fantastic programs and events happening this season at Arnprior.ca/YouthClub

Older Adults Club - New this year thanks to funding from the Province of Ontario, the Older Adults Club is a membership based project that provides free access to many social and fitness programs including Pilates, seasonal activities, Coffee and Cards and so much more. Included in this membership is $1.00 off all Pickleball, Badminton, Table Tennis and Senior Swims. Join this pilot project at Arnprior.ca/OlderAdultsClub

Drama Lab and Young Actors Academy - Our good friends at Ottawa Valley Theatre Kids are ready to take youth aged 6-15 on a dramatics arts journey. The 8-week program in January and February open for registration in December. Learn more and register here.

Walk the Halls - Looking for a safe walking option this winter? The Arnprior District High School's hallways are open for 'walk the halls' on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:30pm weekly through March. Register ahead of time or just show up.

Crafts & Craft - Make and take a craft while sipping on some craft beer. This adults only programs runs once a month on Saturday evenings at the Nick Smith Centre and you can create a seasonal item with your friends. Registration required.

Pilates - Happening every Monday at 1:00pm, Denise Wiese will guide you through a mat Pilates course. Free for Older Adult Club members and open to all for $10. Register now!

Conditioning and Balance - In partnership with the Arnprior Family Health Team, this low impact fitness program is ideal for aging bones and muscles to help improve balance and coordination. Free for all to enjoy! Learn more here.

Preschool Explorers - Formerly called the Little Peoples Program, this program is designed to provide social interaction to those aged 2+ before they head off to school. Running exclusively out of the Nick Smith Centre, we are equipped with lots of toys, books, crafts, and music supplies to provide fun and engaging programming each session. Registration goes month to month. Join today!

• Volleyball
• Pickleball
• Badminton
• Table Tennis
• Sledge Hockey

Click here to learn more.

 The Town of Arnprior is pleased to offer the Lending Hub equipment to residents of Renfrew County aged 18 and over. Featuring a selection of seasonal sports equipment, the Lending Hub offers something for everyone to encourage you to get outside and stay active.

Rentals are free for daily use and must be returned by 8:30pm on Monday-Friday and 7:30pm on Saturday and Sunday.

• Snowshoes
• Cross country ski sets (skis, boots and poles)
• Hockey skates and helmets (various sizes)

 There are two outdoor rinks within the Town of Arnprior.

Sullivan Rink of Dreams - 100 Edey Street
Fully boarded, change station, lights

Sergeant Howard Slater Park - 130 Desmond Trudeau Drive (Access via Desmond Trudeau Drive or McGregor Scobie Crescent)
Wood boarded mini rink

There are also various trails and parks that can be accessed in the winter. Learn more about these spaces and their amenities by clicking here.