The evenings are getting brighter and there’s a hint of spring in the air– that can only mean one thing: March Break is almost here! Just an hour drive north of Toronto and along the way to Cottage Country, we offer the perfect opportunity to experience rural and urban, paired with small town charm. So, whether you’re visiting Alliston or staycationing here, there is plenty for everyone in the family to enjoy. 

 

For the Kids 

 

Adventure awaits at Safari Kids Indoor Playground, Alliston’s family-run indoor play place complete with climbing structures, game zones and party rooms for activities and crafts. Safari Kids is offering a March Break day camp running Monday, March 16th – Friday, March 20th from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. View details 

 

 

Does your child love to dress up fancy? Treat them to a “Fancy-Dancy Dress Up Day” at The Dance Workshop on Tuesday, March 17th from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Dancers will take a ballet class, complete a fancy craft and finish the morning with a proper tea party. View details

 

 

South Simcoe Arts Council encourages apprecation for and involvement in the arts. Over the March Break they are hosting a variety of workshops ranging from scratch board art, to pottery and beading. View details

 

Lifebeats First Aid has a Home Alone course Monday, March 16th from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and a Babysitter course on Tuesday, March 17th from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Register here

 

Shopping and Dining

Alliston offers a combination of boutique retail shops and restaurants, as well as a variety of chain favourites. Some of our local businesses will be offering special promotions over the break – check them out below! 

  • Quesada Burritos & Tacos (117 Young St.) daily burrito deals – $6 for regular sized burrito, specials changing daily. 
  • Chilli Pistols 77 (77 Victoria St. E.) – Dinner buffet on March 19-21, kids eat free.
  • Peake Barbecue (29 Victoria St. W.) – 10% off the Family Platter (feeds four) and restaurant will be open Tuesday, March 17th with a special St. Patrick’s Day menu.
  • Williams (26 Victoria St. E.) – Irish menu items and green beer on Tuesday, March 17th.
  • Bern’s Flowers and Gifts (122 Victoria St. W.) – Special promotion on Konzelmann Vidal Icewine and Konzelmann Peach Wine chocolates (regular price $7.99, on for $5.50 throughout March) 
  • Nine Lives Boutique (8 Victoria St. E.) March Madness Sale – 20% off storewide and 50% winter items from March 14-21st. 
  • New Tecumseth Optometry (4 Victoria St. E.) – 25% off in-stock sunglasses (frames only – including Rayban) from March 16-20th. 
  • Colton Home Care  (106 Victoria St. W.) spring sale event starting March 16th. 

Alliston’s downtown core is filled with unique shops and restaurants that offer a ton of variety in a small town. No matter what type of retail, cuisine or service you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered.  Be sure to check out our home page that has a full business directory!

 

Stay and Play 

Travelling from out of town? Alliston has accommodations within close proximity to the shops, restaurants and services in the downtown core. Click the link below and view the “stay and play” section to plan your stay.

See local accommodations.

If you’re planning a “staycation” this is the perfect opportunity to get out with the family and explore what your community has to offer. 

 

Our downtown core has plenty of free parking options, both on the street and in municipal lots. All of our parking is within walking distance to our downtown shops and restaurants, so be sure to check them out this March Break. You never know what amazing things you’ll find in downtown Alliston!