Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival takes place this weekend

The Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival returns this weekend! 

The festivities get underway with a skating party at the Dorset Ice Palace from 6 to 9 p.m. on the evening of Friday, Feb. 14. There will be music, a bonfire and hot chocolate.

On Saturday, Feb. 15, the fun gets rolling at 8:30 a.m. with a pancake breakfast at the Dorset Recreation Centre. The cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child five years old or younger. The Snowball Parade will take place along Main Street at 10:30 a.m., followed by the official opening ceremonies.

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., a host of activities and events will include horse-drawn wagon rides, face painting, cardboard toboggan races, a hockey shootout and more. A chainsaw artist will sculpt works out of wood, and an interactive walk-through zoo will provide the opportunity to meet some new friends. The Great Canadian Lumberjacks will put on three shows throughout the day. Attendees can try out a kick-sled or take a virtual dogsled tour, while food vendors will ensure everyone stays well-fed. The event wraps up with Hockey Night in Dorset starting at 6 p.m.

Admission to Snowball is $5. Pre-registration is required to take part in the parade, hockey shootout and cardboard toboggan races. You can register and see a full list of activities and events here, or call 705-766-9968 for more information.