Showing posts with label Ontario Fall Fairs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ontario Fall Fairs. Show all posts

Sunday, October 07, 2012

ThanksgivingFestivals and Fall Fairs Weekend of October 6-8, 2012

Harvest festivals and fun fairs run through the fall and autumn season until the end of October and in some areas into November.  Enjoy the fall foliage colors with  fall colours (colors) road trips.  

Fall Fairs Week of October 1-7

 
Harvest Festival -Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
Thanksgiving Harvest Festival, with Arts and Crafts Show
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
Midland, ON

October 6 and 7
Showcasing over 35 exceptional artisans and craftspeople during this two-day festival. Fun activities for the whole family. On the historic site, families can decorate pumpkins, try teas and cornbread in the cookhouse, sample historic foods, and enjoy a corn roast.
 


Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in
Midland, ON


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Apple Harvest Festival -Blue Mountain Village
Apple Harvest Festival
Blue Mountain Village, Thornbury & Clarksburg
Thanksgiving Weekend
October 5-8, 2012
Every thanksgiving, celebrate the harvest in Ontario's largest apple growing region
There's no better way to enjoy Thanksgiving Weekend and no better place to explore the countryside, harbour towns and fall colours! Free activities throughout the Blue Mountain area from the Village to Thornbury & Clarksburg. Live Music, The Apple Pie Trail, street performers, hiking, biking, trails, gallery tours and much, much more!

Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Blue Mountains / Collingwood


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Ottawa Valley Rural Ramble 2012
September 1 – October 31, 2012

The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of the brilliant fall colours and experience the Ottawa Valley first hand. The 2012 Rural Ramble will be a free online event, running from September 1st to October 31st, allowing Rural Ramblers' to customize their own fall touring experience - a free self-guided driving tour featuring four themes:  Adventure and Exploration, Agriculture and Food, History and Heritage, and Arts and Culture.


Book your hotel and resort accommodation in Barry's Bay,  Pembroke and Petawawa
More Information on
Ottawa Valley Destination



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Elmvale Fall Fair
Thanksgiving Weekend
October 4-6, 2012

Enjoy the midway or the tractor pull.  Watch the competition in the cattle or horse rings.  Browse through the award winning baked goods, crafts, needlework, school displays, preserves, field crops, photography or floral exhibits.  Come enjoy the Heavy Horse, Cattle and Sheep Shows along with the Farm Animal Display and the Small Animal Show.
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Barrie, Wasaga Beach



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Norwood Fair
Thanksgiving Weekend

October 6-8, 2012
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in in Peterborough area.


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More October Fall Fairs

Thursday, September 20, 2012

Fall Festivals, Events, Studio Tours, September 21-23 Weekend Events 2012

September Weekend Events, Festivals, Fairs, and Attraction Getaways

Travel north in Ontario to attractions and celebrate family fun weekend events, festivals, fairs and  romantic fall road trips to lakeside sunsets.


Your source for last-minute getaways and day trips for Fall 2012 vacations in Ontario resort destinations. 

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FALL FAIRS

Harvest festivals and fun fairs run through the fall & autumn season until the end of October and in some areas into November.  Enjoy the fall foliage colors with  fall colours (colors) road trips.   

Ontario Travel to Fall Harvest Festivals & Fairs Week of September 17-23, 2012

More September and October Fall Fairs
 

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ONTARIO STUDIO TOURS 

Discover the beauty of the palettes of fall colours plus Ontario's artists on display this autumn art!
Ontario Travel to Fall Studio Tours & Art Festivals Week of September 17-23, 2012

 

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 BARRIE, Ontario

3rd Annual Great Canadian Beaver Race and Festival
Barrie, ON
September 23, 2012
The Great Canadian Beaver Race & Festival is a celebration of all things Canadian with a focus on the iconic beaver. All proceeds from this event are donated to deserving groups and charities.

Pumpkin Festival and Haunted Adventure
Chappell Farms
Barrie, ON
September 22 -October 31, 2012
Pick your own perfect pumpkin! Experience the corn maze, wagon rides, haunted barn, Magic shows, live entertainment and more. 
Opening day has a special visit from "Scales". (Sept. 22)
Scales bring reptiles and amphibians to interact with and to learn about.Scales provide an amazing, informative and intimate experience.

Colours of Music
Barrie, ON
September 21-30, 2012

The 10th Colours of Music Festival will present Wonderful Music, Wonderfully Performed. We will expose you to talent from all across Canada and other parts of the world.

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Barrie, ON

More September Events

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HALIBURTON & HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS DESTINATION, Ontario

Annual Hike Haliburton Festival
Minden

September 20-23,
2012

In addition to the guided hikes the festival offer may other activities including barbeques, concerts, and special appearances by celebrities Explore the natural and cultural heritage of the Highlands or just come for a good workout. Register for themed or venture out on one or more our scenic public trails with friends and family. Some of the guided hikes will take place on public trails; others will explore trails on the properties of proud landowners. Guided hikes range in length from less than one kilometer to over 15 km in length. The hikes are free unless indicated. Donations are always welcome. Please Pre-Register for this event now. Click here to download the registration form in pdf.


Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, Ontario
More information on the Haliburton Highlands destination  
More September Events

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HUNTSVILLE & OWEN SOUND, Ontario

Canadian Spirit: 2012
Owen Sound
April 4- October 30, 2012

Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Tom Thomson's First Trip to Algonquin Park, with event at participating community partners from Owen Sound and Huntsville.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Owen Sound, Huntsville

More September Events

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MIDLAND & PENTANGUISHENE, Ontario




Franco-Ontarian Day
Sainte-Marie Among the Huron
Midland, ON

September 25
French culture and heritage comes to life through story telling, special displays and activities.

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON
More September Events


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LAND O' LAKES DESTINATION 

Enjoy a tour of five lodges on three different lakes.
Each with its own unique features and attractions.
Take a boat ride,watch a film from the prohibition era, enjoy a waterfall, learn some survivor man skills and take a wagon ride.These are included with the tour of these great lodges.
Refreshments will be served at each lodge.
A discount booklet comes with your ticket for you to enjoy specials at various businesses in the area!
An amazing deal and good fun for $20.

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ONTARIO'S HIGHLANDS DESTINATION

Wheelers Maple Bush Fall Colour Celebration
September 15 – October 25, 2012
McDonalds Corners
Visitors can enjoy a walk on the nature trails through the 730 acre maple bush as the leaves change. Hearty pancake meals are served inside the heritage log chalet.

More information on Ontario's Highlands Destination
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ORO STATION, Ontario

 

Hardwood Ski & Bike
Fall Epic 8 Hour Relay

September 22, 2012
The Epic 8 takes place over 8 hours on a 10 km loop course which starts and finishes at the same spot.  The object of the races is not to finish first, but to complete the greatest number of laps before the end of the event. There are lots of categories from solo to teams but most people do it as a 2 person, 3-4 person, or 5-6 person team.

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Barrie, ON  Orillia, ON

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OTTAWA & OTTAWA VALLEY DESTINATION 


Ottawa International Animation Festival
September 19-23, 2012

The Ottawa International Animation Festival is the largest event of its kind in North America, offering the latest in animated films, panels, parties and free workshops for kids and teens. 


Ottawa Photography Festival
September 20-30, 2012
Included in the festival programming are a number of exhibitions of photographic art on view in both public and private galleries throughout the area, films focused on the celebration of photography, public lectures on artistic processes & technology, artists' talks, portfolio review opportunities and community-based events.


Featured Accommodation & Attractions in the Greater Ottawa Region:

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Ottawa Valley Rural Ramble 2012
September 1 – October 31, 2012

The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of the brilliant fall colours and experience the Ottawa Valley first hand.  The 2012 Rural Ramble will be a free event, running from September 1st to October 31st, allowing Rural Ramblers' to customize their own fall touring experience - a free self-guided driving tour featuring four themes:  Adventure & Exploration, Agriculture & Food, History & Heritage, and Arts & Culture.


Book your hotel and resort accommodation in Barry's Bay,  Pembroke and Petawawa



Heritage Mica Festival
Perth
June 24–October 6, 2012
Activities include Voyageur Canoe trips, Communty Theatre presentations, guided trips into the Silver Queen Mine, a 10 km Fun Run, music, heritage display, children's programs, Heritage Walk Mine Tour and Thanksgiving Dinner at the Miners’ Bunkhouse.


More Information on
Ottawa Valley Destination
More information on Ontario Highland’s Destination

More September Events


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SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario

Bushplane Days
September 22-23, 2012
MNR CL-415 waterbombing demonstration, MNR fire crew demos, FireSmart Display, Helicopter rides, Train Rides, Face painting, Carnival Games, Live Music, Spiderman on Saturday, Captain America on Sunday, and Much More!

Featured Accommodation in Sault Ste. Marie:


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SUDBURY, Ontario

 

Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival
Sudbury
September 15–23, 2012

Cinefest Sudbury has developed into a 9-day event, evolving into a major cultural tourism event.
 

Featured Sudbury Accommodations:

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FISHING TOURNAMENTS

 

The Barrie Fall Fishing Festival--Win Prizes
September 21-29, 2012.
A catch & release perch fishing tournament.  Enjoy fishing along with the beautiful fall weather and the spectacular fall colours of Kempenfelt Bay. 
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Barrie, ON


Temiskaming Smallmouth Bass Series
May 27 –September 30, 2012

The Series is set up to give every team a chance to fish in a Classic at the lowest price possible. Sesekinika Lake, Kenogami Lake, Larder Lake, Lake Temiskaming New Liskeard, Bay Lake Latchford, Lake Temagami, Cassels Lake Temagami, Port Loring, Mattawa, Trout Lake, Lake Nosbonsing, Lake Nipissing Hunters Bay, Classic

Stay at Resorts, Inn, Hotels Temagami, Lake Nipissing - West Nipissing Region, North Bay, Callander, Monetville, Lavigne, Lake Nosbonsing - Powassan
   

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Monday, September 17, 2012

Ontario Harvest Festivals and Fall Fairs Week of September 17-23, 2012

Harvest festivals and fun fairs run through the fall and autumn season until the end of October and in some areas into November.  Enjoy the fall foliage colors with  fall colours (colors) road trips.   

Fall Fairs Week of September 17-23




 Ottawa Valley Rural Ramble 2012
September 1 – October 31, 2012

The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of the brilliant fall colours and experience the Ottawa Valley first hand. The 2012 Rural Ramble will be a free online event, running from September 1st to October 31st, allowing Rural Ramblers' to customize their own fall touring experience - a free self-guided driving tour featuring four themes:  Adventure and Exploration, Agriculture and Food, History and Heritage, and Arts and Culture.


Book your hotel and resort accommodation in Barry's Bay,  Pembroke and Petawawa
More Information on
Ottawa Valley Destination


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Huntsville Fall Fair
September 21-23, 2012

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  in
Huntsville, ON

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Great Northern Exhibition
Collingwood, Ontario
September 21-23, 2012

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in
Collingwood /  Blue Mountains, ON

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Lindsay Central Exhibition 
September 19-23, 2012
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in the 
Kawarthas 


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 Carp Fall Fair 
September 20-23, 2012


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 More September and October Fall Fairs

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Ontario Travel to Fall Fairs Week of September 10-16, 2012


Harvest festivals and fun fairs run through the fall and autumn season until the end of October and in some areas into November.  Enjoy the fall foliage colors with  fall colours (colors) road trips.   

Fall Fairs Week of September 10-16




 Ottawa Valley Rural Ramble 2012
September 1 – October 31, 2012

The Rural Ramble is a celebration of rural living at its best. Every year thousands of visitors flock to the region to bask in the glow of the brilliant fall colours and experience the Ottawa Valley first hand. The 2012 Rural Ramble will be a free online event, running from September 1st to October 31st, allowing Rural Ramblers' to customize their own fall touring experience!


Book your hotel and resort accommodation in Barry's Bay,  Pembroke and Petawawa
More Information on
Ottawa Valley Destination


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Harvest Festival 2012
near Burk's Falls
September 14-16 2012

Come celebrate the season’s change and fall colours by the fire, on the dance floor and under the stars amongst the rolling hills, waters, sculptures and forests of Midlothian Castle.
 



Featured Accommodations in Burk’s Falls and Magnetawan:

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Beeton Fall Fair
September 14-16, 2012

 

Featured Alliston Accommodations:
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Bracebridge Fair
September 14-16, 2012

Featured Accommodation:
   

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Kingston Fair 
September 13-16, 2012
Book Kingston Hotels On-line


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Oro Fair
September 14-15, 2012
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Barrie,ON,  Orillia, ON



 More September and October Fall Fairs

Tuesday, September 06, 2011

Ontario Fall Fairs-Fall Colours

Romantic Sunset GetawaysStudio Tours Ontario Fall
Ontario Resorts and resort destinations north of Toronto are providing lots of fall fun and romance.  Fall fairs and exhibitions offer great day trips.   Discover autumn Ontario hiking getaways in cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend mini-vacation or pick your last minute getaways  for a quick road trip north at a resort, inn, cottage, b&b, chalet or  or hotel.   Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages  for couples during the fall color season.   Plan your studio tours and  September getaways for  preferred accommodation.  Autumn colours fall road trips are being planned along with the Thanksgiving long holiday weekend. 

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week



Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Ontario's Highlands Tourism OganizationOntario's Highlands
(http://ontarioshighlands.ca/)
Come to know Ontario’s Highlands! You don't need to travel far from home to experience some of eastern Ontario's most thrilling outdoor activities, breathtaking landscapes and quaint country hamlets. Ontario's Highlands is a region abundant with all these attractions, and is a mere half-hour drive from downtown Ottawa—or 2.5 hours worth of singing to your favourite driving songs along our scenic highways on your way from Toronto. Ask yourself what you're looking for: High-energy adventure? Solace from the city? Time with family & friends? An unforgettable experience you'll never forget? Whatever it is, you'll find it here



Romantic Getaway of the Week

The Cranberry Resort - Collingwood,  Ontario
The Cranberry ResortThe Cranberry Resort - Toast an anniversary, spoil that special someone or celebrate just being together with a romance package that's sure to turn up the heat! Package includes: Two nights hotel accommodation. $100 Dining voucher per couple. Two Le Scandinave passes (http://www.scandinaveblue.com/). Wine and chocolate covered strawberries delievered to your room. Breakfast each morning. Cranberry Activity Dollars (Value of over $330)



Family Getaway of the Week

Hay Lake Lodge & Cottages - Whitney , Ontario
Hay Lke Lodge & CottagesHay Lake Lodge & Cottages - Your own private log cabin. A deck looking out over the lake. Quiet. Welcome to Hay Lake Lodge and Cottages. Unwind and relax in a truly peaceful setting. Let us bring you breakfast each morning, so you can sit on your porch sipping coffee, enjoying the natural surroundings. Our fully-equipped kitchens allow you to prepare dinner on your schedule, not ours. Come for a getaway, come for a get-together with friends or family. Paddle a canoe or kayak across our lake into Algonquin Park. Bike the old logging roads, or relax with a book. Just 3 1/2 hours from Toronto, on Algonquin Park’s Quiet Side.

Fishing Getaways of the Week

West Nipissing Resort - Lavigne, Ontario
West Nipissing ResortWest Nipissing Resort - Get away on a 3 day, 2 night fishing trip and your nights are free. Yes Free!!! In the months of May, June, September and October, 2011 rent any fishing boat for 3 days and get a 2 night cottage rental free. Have your own Boat? No problem. We have a sale for you too. Rent any size cottage for 3 nights and receive the 4th night free. Yes Free!!!  Offer good for Weekdays and Weekends. Specials can not be used concurrently or during Holidays or Holiday Weekends. Taxes, gasoline are extra.

Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Westwind Inn On The Lake - Buckhorn, Ontario
Westwind Inn On The Lake Couples ResortWestwind Inn On The Lake - Peaceful, intimate & serene. Discover our spectacular wilderness setting. Cozy log cabin style rooms with fireplace and private balcony, rustic luxury suites, jet tubs for two, great foods, fine wines and genuine service. Enjoy many fun complimentary activities for every season...skis, skates, snowshoes, canoes, kayaks, row boats, pedal boats, trails, bikes, pool and beach. Outdoor hot tub, sauna, games room. So Much to explore, great area golf, snowmobile trails, galleries, trading
posts, artisans, small towns, quaint villages and so much more! Spa services
available by prior reservation

Spa Getaway of the Week

Nottawasaga Inn Resort - Alliston, Ontario
Nottawasaga Inn ResortNottawasaga Inn Resort - Escape the everyday stresses and experience the ultimate relaxation for the body, mind, and soul with our TGIF Getaway Package.  Choose from aromatherapy massage, therapeutic massage, hot stone massage, and Thai Body Work. Our TGIF package is perfect for those looking for a weekend of relaxation and includes accommodation, country buffet breakfast each morning, gourmet 4-course dinner* one evening, one hour RMT massage one day, complimentary cocktail and appetizer in the Starlite Lounge and gratuities.

Attraction of the Week

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Midland, Ontario
Shania Twain CentreWye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Wye Marsh offers the opportunity to discover the secrets of a wetland with the assistance of our dynamic naturalist staff. Look for life in thewater during a guided canoe adventure or dip net from accessible boardwalks. You can enjoy the grace of the magnificent Trumpeter Swans, North America's largest waterfowl. Feed chickadees from your hand, spot wetland and woodland birds along easy- access trails and tour the interactive display hall (all handicapped accessible). There
is always something fun and interactive to do in every season; maple syrup
harvest in spring, family programs all summer and many special events
such as Wye Marsh Rhythms Festival in September. In winter the Marsh offers
cross-country skiing on more than 22 km of beautiful groomed and track-set
trails. Join us for a snow shoeing trek on 10KM of picturesque hiking trails.



Attraction of the Week

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Haliburton, Ontario
Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve Ltd.Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Why not experience the fall colours from above the tree tops.  The Walk in the Clouds, a four hour tour runs until the end of October allowing participants to view the fall colours.  Tours run twice a day for your convenience, accompanied by a complimentary pass to the Wolf Centre. Canopy Tours are $95 per adult and $75 per youth 10-17 plus HST.  Pre-Registration is required.




Wednesday, August 03, 2011

Fall Fairs, August Agricultural Fairs Underway North of Toronto

Fall Harvest Agricultural Fairs
Fairs--Agricultural Fun Fairs--Fall Fairs
August Agricultural Fairs get into full swing the weekend of August 5. Locations in the Kawartha Lakes, Sutton, Haliburton, reflect Ontario's historic farming roots and the celebration of the harvest along with all of the fresh produce and foods grown in Ontario.  Of course amusement rides and midways add to the excitement along with, tractor pulls, parades and horse shows.   

Fall Fair Fun-Truck Pull


Fall Fair Amusements Fun with Kids




Horse Competition at Fall Fairs


Big Tractors Attract Small Children
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Barrie Fall Fair In Cookstown--One of Ontario's Historic Fairs

The Barrie Fall Fair for many signals the kick off to the harvest season, horse shows, and back to school time.  Barrie Fall Fair In Cookstown 2010  for the first time the traditional Barrie Fall Fair will be hosted
at the the Georgian Bay Steam Show Grounds in Cookstown Ontario (County Road 27 & Highway 89).  


The Barrie Fair and Horse Show  is a family focused event targeting families of all ages. The event presents agriculture in an entertaining, educational fashion with farm animals, horse shows, arts & crafts, flowers, fruits & vegetables, grandstand attractions, musical entertainment and a spectacular midway with rides & games.  Shuttle Bus service will run from the Old Barrie Fair Grounds parking lot at Essa Road and Highway 400. Free Parking available.  Barrie Hotels & Accommodation, or Alliston Hotels & Resorts.  Find more inormation on Fall Fairs North of Toronto