10 IDEAS FOR HAVING FUN OUTDOORS WITH KIDS DURING THE NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS

New Year is a time for cozy evenings at home with gifts and for active outdoor fun! Winter walks can become a true adventure for kids if you add a little imagination. Here are ten ideas to make the winter days bright and fun for the whole family.

1.Snow Forts and Towers

If it's snowing in your town, organize a real snow battle with the kids. Build forts, towers, or even an entire snow city! This activity not only entertains but also helps children develop teamwork and creativity.

Tip: To strengthen the snow walls, you can use plastic buckets or boxes to shape large blocks of snow.

2.Sledding and Tubing

What could be more fun than sledding down a hill? Bring along a tube, sled, or toboggan and race down the nearest snowy slope. This will give kids not only a lot of positive emotions but also an energy boost for the whole day.

Tip: Have speed races! Split into teams and come up with prizes for the winners.

3.Snow Treasure Hunt

Hide small toys or sweet surprises in the snow and organize a real treasure hunt for the kids. They will eagerly search, and you can offer them riddles or maps showing where the surprises are hidden.

Tip: You can make it a themed hunt — for example, finding New Year’s decorations or Santa Claus figurines.

4.New Year’s Picnic Outdoors

A festive picnic outdoors is a great idea for active rest. Bring a thermos of hot tea or cocoa, pies, or sweets, and settle down on a snowy field. It will be a real nature celebration that the kids will remember for a long time.

Tip: Lay blankets or mats on the ground, bring candles, and create a cozy space to feel comfortable even in winter.

5.Winter Photoshoot

New Year is a great time for an outdoor winter photoshoot. Have a fun session in a snowy forest or against the backdrop of snow-covered trees. Let the kids wear New Year’s costumes, and you can take creative photos to remember the day.

Tip: Prepare unusual props, such as New Year hats, mittens with Christmas ornaments, or holiday decorations to create a special atmosphere.

6.Snow Angel Contest

The simplest and most fun way to spend time in the snow is by making snow angels. Lie on your back and start spreading your arms and legs, leaving beautiful traces in the snow. Have a contest with the kids to see who can make the prettiest angel!

Tip: You can decorate the angels a bit by adding sticks or pinecones for arms and legs.

7.Winter Quest with Tasks

Create a winter quest for the kids with various tasks. For example, running along a snowy trail with obstacles, riding sleds while avoiding obstacles, searching for New Year’s items, and much more. The quest can be adapted to the age of the children.

Tip: For each task, come up with fun rewards or small surprises.

8.Creating Snow Figures

If you’re lucky with good snow cover, organize a snow figure workshop with the kids. Instead of the usual snowman, try making an entire army of snow animals or characters. This can be a fun family activity that develops imagination and creativity.

Tip: Incorporate decoration into the process—use sticks, stones, pine cones, and any other objects to add details.

9.Winter Football or Hockey.

For active outdoor games, winter football or hockey is a great option. If possible, organize a game on a frozen pond or find a mini-football pitch. It's a great way to energize and play with the kids outdoors.

Tip: If you don’t have hockey skates, you can use regular sleds or skis to add fun and variety to the game.

10.Dancing Under the Winter Sun.

Even if it's cold outside, you can have fun by hosting a dance party in the open air. Play New Year’s hits and organize fun dances outdoors. It’s a great way to have fun and get energized!

Tip: Set up a dance area, add small New Year’s decorations or fairy lights — make it your unique festive zone!

Outdoor winter activities are not only beneficial but also incredibly fun! Together with your kids, you can create real New Year’s adventures that will leave bright memories. It’s important that these moments are filled not just with active games, but also with warmth, love, and shared celebration. January holidays are an opportunity to give your children a magic that will stay with them for life.

Konstantin Pirogov