The winter may be over, but does not hurt to plan for next year. Don’t wish winter away without making the most of the coldest time of year! Check these fun winter activities off your family’s seasonal bucket list.

Ice skate outdoors.

Looking for the perfect place to ice skate in the great outdoors? Try the world’s largest natural ice rink in Canada.

Host a cookie decorating party.

Decorating cookies is almost as fun as eating them, and these classic sugar cookies make a great base for festive designs.

Go sledding.

We can’t think of a better way to spend a winter afternoon.

Decorate a gingerbread house.

Try one of these creative gingerbread house ideas for a sweet, seasonal decoration.

Spend the day crafting.

Keep spirits high after the holidays with these DIY craft projects.

Sip hot cocoa.

Cold weather calls for several cups of your favorite winter drink. We recommend these spiked hot chocolate recipes for an extra dose of decadence.

Donate blankets.

Giving back is always in season. Quilt, knit, or buy blankets to warm up community members in need this winter.

Rent a cabin for a weekend getaway.

Live like you’re in a Hallmark Christmas movie by vacationing to a picture-perfect locale. Check out these 15 log cabin getaways from coast to coast.

Hit the slopes.

Not a snow bunny? Not a problem. We suggest warming up by the fire with a cup of mulled wine instead while the family spends the afternoon skiing.

Take a train trip.

Snow-covered scenery makes train rides even more magical.

Build a snowman.

What’s winter without your very own Frosty the Snowman?