Happy Thanksgiving!
Here’s what to do in and around Hamilton this beautiful long weekend…
Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show
When: October 4 – 10
Where: Norfolk County Fairgrounds, 172 South Dr, Simcoe
The Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show returns with much anticipation and excitement for its 181st year. Come to the largest outdoor horse show in Canada! You’ll also find wonderful displays, competitions, art, a wide variety of food, indoor local market, and top notch concerts! You don’t want to miss this celebration. Details
Rockton World’s Fair
When: October 7 – 10
Where: Rockton Fairgrounds, 172 South Dr, Simcoe
Ontario’s largest Fall Fair! Demo Derby, Agricultural exhibits, Heavy Horse show, Ag. Education Tent, Alpaca Show, Rabbit Hopping, Family entertainment, D.A. Campbell Midway and MORE! Details
Ball’s Falls Thanksgiving Festival
When: October 7 – 10
Where: 3292 Sixth Avenue, Lincoln
The 48th Festival will bring back many of your favourite features, including 150+ in-person craft and artisan vendors, delicious foods, craft beverages and wines, local farmers’ market vendors, live acoustic music and children’s entertainment, historical demonstrations, heritage tours and nature hikes. Details
Apple Festival
When: October 8th
Where: 77 King Street West, Hamilton
Enjoy a pancake breakfast, games, pumpkin decorating, demonstrations, entertainment and more. Details
Clovermead Pumpkin Festival
When: October 8th and 10th
Where: 11302 Imperial Road, Aylmer
Launch walnuts from our mini-blaster and from a giant slingshot. Enjoy a wagon ride, bee train ride, visit farm animals, get lost in the corn maze, and enjoy the fall decorations and family photo spots. Take a spin on the pedal carts or bounce on the giant jumping pillow. Don’t miss the Pumpkin Cannon Show. Details
Fall Colour Excursions
When: October 8 – 10
Where: South Simcoe Railway Station
The most popular time of year to ride the train is the fall, when all the trees through the scenic Beeton Creek Valley display their changing colours. Enjoy the Conductor’s friendly and informative commentary highlighting the history of the line, the train, and how the railways shaped our country. Details