Thanksgiving Studio Tours & Art Festivals

Discover the beauty of fall colours plus Ontario's artists on display this autumn art!

 

 2012  Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour
ORO MEDONTE, SCENIC HORSESHOE VALLEY, LAKE SIMCOE SHORES, ORILLIA
October 5-8, 2012
Open 10 am to 5 pm daily (Free Admission 10 am to 5 pm daily)
This highly acclaimed self-guided tour takes you to the studios of some of Canada's finest artists and craftspeople. Over thirty artists and fine crafts people
will exhibit their work over 4 days and 16 locations. You'll find an amazing  selection of paintings, pottery, textiles, metal and glass, photography, woodcraft,
jewellery, basketry, clothing and accessories – from fine art and sculpture to home décor and fashion to funky and fun! Don't miss this popular Thanksgiving tradition. You'll discover exceptional art, one-of-a-kind shopping and beautiful  fall colours.

More information & accommodation at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Barrie, Horseshoe Valley, Orillia

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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 and Exploration, Agriculture and Food, History and Heritage, and Arts and Culture.
More information & accommodation at Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Barry's Bay,  Pembroke and Petawawa
More information on the  Ottawa Valley Destination
 

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Victoria County 25th Annual Studio Tour
Artists in the beautiful City of Kawartha Lakes
October 6-7, 2012
Come by car or bus to the City of Kawartha Lakes or by boat along the scenic  Trent-Severn Waterway during the Fall season and experience the changing colours first hand – and our Artistic interpretation on site with practising and professional artists
More information & Accommodation in the  Kawarthas  area


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Annual Haliburton County Studio Tour 2012
Haliburton County
September 29-30, 2012 Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
October 6-7, 2012 Thanksgiving Weekend 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit the studios of Haliburton County's artists and craftspeople while enjoying the autumn colours of the Highlands. Visit each studio and experience the creative process. Talk to the artist or watch demonstrations. An abundance of hand. 
More information & accommodation at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in HaliburtonMore information on the Haliburton Highlands Destination

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Kinmount & Area Harvest Homecoming Studio Tour
October 6-7, 2012
Thanksgiving Weekend
This tour offers a perfect opportunity for family and friends to spend time together touring beautiful fall scenery and exploring Studios and Artists, all within a 15 km radius of Kinmount.
More information & accommodation at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Haliburton, Kawarthas


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Blue Mountain Tour of the Arts 
Blue Mountain, Thornbury, Clarksburg Kimberly, Craigleith
October 6-8, 2012
14 well established locations with 20+ artists and guests in Thornbury, Clarksburg Kimberly and Craigleith.  Paintings. Photography.  Pottery. Fashion.  Sculpture.  Jewellery. Wood.
More information & accommodation at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Blue Mountains / Collingwood

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Escarpment Studio Tour
October 6-7, 2012
Thanksgiving Weekend
Bognor, Massie, Queen's Landing, Walters Falls
Spectacular Fall Vistas, Artwork, and Fine Crafts with over 20 artists in and around Bognor, Massie, the Queen’s Valley and Walters Falls 

More information & accommodation at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in the escarpment (owen sound, walters falls) area

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Crown & Pumpkin Studio Tour in the towns of Clayton, Blakeney, Almonte, and Mississippi Mills in beautiful Lanark County! 
Thanksgiving weekend
October 6-8, 2012
Discover the quality craftsmanship and skill of local artists amidst the vibrant colours that define our fall season. During the Tour, studios are open from 10 am to 5 pm. Admission is free!
More information on the  Ontario's Highlands Destination

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More  October Studio Tours

Fall Studio Tours & Art Festivals Week of September 24-30, 2012

Discover the beauty of fall colours plus Ontario's artists on display this autumn art!

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 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 the  Ottawa Valley Destination
 

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Bancroft and Area Autumn Studio Tour
September 29-30, 2012
Enjoy the rugged landscape and spectacular autumn colors while driving to visit the artists and artisans on our tour!  15 fascinating artists at 11 stops featuring pottery, bath products, ink pointillism, ornamental ironwork, jewelery, oil, acrylic, digital & water colour paintings, wood furniture, photography, stone sculpture, stained glass and leather goods.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  in  Bancroft, ON


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Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour
September 29-30, 2012
The Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour is proud to continue its rich legacy of the arts presenting scores of diversely talented artists. Conceived by one individual three decades ago, the idea of giving people a glimpse into the studios where raw materials are transformed into superb art pieces still holds its appeal. This informative and rewarding experience bridges the gap between creator and patron, as visitors witness the artistic process at work through demonstrations and displays. The Muskoka landscape and the artists who draw their inspiration from it extend a special welcome to visitors on this glorious weekend in Autumn.
More information & Accommodation in the Muskoka area


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Annual Haliburton County Studio Tour 2012
Haliburton County
September 29-30, 2012 Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
October 6-7, 2012 Thanksgiving Weekend 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit the studios of Haliburton County's artists and craftspeople while enjoying the autumn colours of the Highlands. Visit each studio and experience the creative process. Talk to the artist or watch demonstrations. An abundance of hand.  
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  in Haliburton

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Georgina Studio Tour & Sale 
September 29-30, 2012 10am to 5pm 
Discover wonderful area artists & other Ontario guest artists on this self-guided tour while enjoying the local Fall colours of Lake Simcoe . Visit our homes/studios and several businesses who are hosting tour artists. Georgina Arts Centre & Gallery. 
Stay at The Briars Resort & Spa in Jackson's Point.
 


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Victoria County 25th Annual Studio Tour
Artists in the beautiful City of Kawartha Lakes
September 29-30 & October 6-7, 2012
Come by car or bus to the City of Kawartha Lakes or by boat along the scenic  Trent-Severn Waterway during the Fall season and experience the changing colours first hand – and our Artistic interpretation on site with practising and professional artists
More information & Accommodaton in  Kawarthas area

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The Annual Sudbury Arts Tour will be held throughout the city of Greater Sudbury
September 29-30, 2012
Stay at Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Sudbury, ON

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Saugeen Autumn Leaves Studio Tour
September 28-30, 2012
As you travel through the heart of Grey County (Flesherton, Durham, Markdale) you will find that perfect piece to take home, delectable locations to stop for a meal, and inviting accommodations. 
Stay at Cedars of Lake Eugenia Cottage Resort in Flesherton

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Madawaska Valley Annual Madawaska Studio Tour 
September 29-30, 2012
Discover the Artists, towns and villages of Combermere, Barry's Bay, Brudenell, Rockingham, Wilno, Purdy  

Stay at Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Barry's Bay-Combermere
 

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Tweed and Area Studio Tour 
September 29-30, 2012
Enjoy our fine array of oil, watercolour and acrylic painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, fibre arts, basket making, pottery, glass, woodworking and Santas. 
More information on the Ontario's Highlands Destination


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Elora Fergus Studio Tour
September 29-30, 2012
Take a self-guided tour and meet artists where they live and work. Thirty six artists and craftspeople will open their studios for two consecutive fall weekends.


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Merrickville Artists Guild Fall Studio Tour & Sale
September 29-30, 2012
The Merrickville Artists' Guild Studio Tour & Sale presents a perfect excuse to visit this magical village. What better way to spend a weekend than visiting the nationally and internationally renowned artists and craftspeople of Merrickville and surrounding area? Enjoy exploring their studios and galleries, watch then create and leave with your own original.... 10AM - 5 PM

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More September and October Studio Tours

Ontario Travel to Fall Art festivals, Studio Tours and Galleries

Ontario Artists and Artisans on Display in September

Discover the beauty of the palettes of fall colours plus Ontario's artists on display this autumn art!

Northumberland Hills Studio Tour 

September 8-9, 2012
Drive through Northumberland Hills and explore the artistic interpretations of approx. 38 artists and their studios. Follow the blue studio tour signs.  See map for studio tour route(s).  Northumberland Hills Studio Tour 

Overnight Accommodation:

Consider an overnight stay for a relaxing spa treatment at  St. Anne's Spa in Grafton, or book best deal hotels in Port Hope or Coburg
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