Fort MacMurray is gearing up for 2015 WinterPlay, and all of the signs that the time is near can be seen. The air is cold and crisp, there is plenty of snow and ice available, and the Snye has frozen. 2015 WinterPlay will start on February 27 and go through March 1, and the winter event will have activities and fun for the entire family. Visitors will find sports, fun entertainment, and activities that even kids will find thrilling. Past snow and ice festival favorites have included Penguin Dash, Sno Drifters Sno N Shine, and Shootout on the Snye. Fort MacMurray residents will find related events across the city, and several activities will be held at the WinterPlayground. This year is different though, because the Jubilee Plaza which just opened will be the venue for the playground.
The 2015 WinterPlay in FortMacMurray will also have a new Winter Urban Market, and the opening ceremonies will take place at the Jubilee Plaza. The Shootout on the Snye event will include a new skills competition component, and there will be plenty of music and art that appeals to everyone. Pear, The Stampeders, ad Big Sugar will hold local performances. Another favorite event, WinterReels, also made a comeback this year and the 72 hour Film Challenge is expected to draw in plenty of talented locals. On Sunday during the winter event there will also be the usual fireworks show at the Snye. Many in Fort MacMurray look forward to the WinterPlay event every year and make this festival a top priority on that weekend.