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The cool autumn air heralds a time of country harvests, crunching leaves, and soothing drinks! There are plenty of fun fall activities to get you outside, and here are 10 awesome Fall activities in Ontario.
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For more ideas see – 25+ Bucket List Ideas for Fall Activities and Getaways in Ontario.
1. Leaf Peeping
It’s the season for leaf peeping! Whether you plan a trip to Algonquin Park or nearby Ontario Parks/ conservation areas, do not miss the spectacular art of Mother Nature! Hike, cruise, ride the rails or take a road trip to watch the leaves change colour and become a riot of yellows, oranges, and reds.
Fall colour activities:
- Hikes: 25 Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Ontario
- Drives: 15 Fall Colour Driving Routes in Central Ontario
- Towers:10 Ontario Towers to Climb For Sweeping Views of Summer & Fall Colours
- Lookouts: 26 Fabulous Scenic Lookouts to Visit in Ontario
- Ziplining: Places to Go Ziplining in Ontario
2. Fall Fairs
Fall is the time for fun and frolic across Ontario at Fall Fairs held by Ontario’s agricultural societies. See prized produce, pick up a few artisan crafts and gifts for the fall table and enjoy the thrill of amusement rides!
Some of the famous Fall Fairs in 2024 include:
- Carp Fair — September 25 to 28, 2025
- Caledonia Fair — September 25 to 28, 2025
- Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show — October 7 to 13, 2025
- Ball’s Falls Thanksgiving Festival — October 10 to 13, 2025
- Woodbridge Fair — October 11 to 13, 2025
- Royal Winter Fair — November 7 to 16, 2026
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3. Cranberry Harvest
Turkey Dinners and Cranberry Sauce!! Visit Cranberry Marsh and take part in an experience that is unique in Northern America!! See how 27 acres of marsh that produce around 300,000-400,000 lbs of cranberries are harvested!
September 20 – October 26, 2025 @Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery, 1074 Cranberry Road, Bala | Free Admission
Bala Cranberry Festival
Celebrate the harvest of the cranberry with family and friends, enjoy entertainment, go to a bazaar, do juried arts and crafts, go on tours of two cranberry marshes, and much more!
October 17 – 19, 2025 @ Various Venues, Bala | $5 to $15 (Advance Tickets Required)
4. Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest
Perhaps no Fall festival in Ontario is as famous as Canada’s Greatest Bavarian Festival! You can enjoy floats, performers and bands in Canada’s largest Thanksgiving Day Parade, stop by Willkommen Platz for tasty treats and live entertainment.
Venues will feature live Oktoberfest entertainment, Oktoberfest food specials and beer pairings, prize programs and maybe even a visit from the keg tapping team or Onkel Hans!
There will be a number of live events happening, from Oktoberfest-themed entertainment and concerts to experiences the whole family can enjoy.
5. Pumpkinfernos
Photo Credit: Upper Canada Village
1. Pumpkinferno at Upper Canada Village
Take a tour through this spectacular outdoor art exhibit of 7,000 handcrafted pumpkins all lit at night along a kilometer long path in a picturesque 19th century backdrop. This mesmerizing installation of artist-inspired, glowing pumpkins is a not-to-be-missed event for ALL ages!
2. Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour
See amazing carved pumpkins in larger-than-life forms, fun activities for the family and the Terror Zone awaits!
3. Pumpkins After Dark
Witness magnificent works of pumpkin artistry – 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins, creating more than 100 sculptures, displayed among a series of jack-o-lanterns all illuminated after dark.
6. Fall Colour Chairlift Rides
Witness the beauty of fall by riding chairlifts at scenic ski resorts.
Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride
Kelso Conservation Area offers a weekend ascent above colourful treetops, with hiking and biking trails to explore.
Blue Mountain Resort’s open-air gondola provides 360-degree views, and an evening walk through AGORA’s light and sound installations adds a magical touch.
At Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride, the Canadian Shield’s autumn palette shines brightly and Calabogie Peaks Resort invites you to summit the Ottawa Valley’s highest point, offering breathtaking views of Calabogie Lake and pristine forests.
7. Trip to Sault Ste. Marie
Plan a train ride on the Algoma Canyon Train and enjoy vibrant fall colours and various sights of the region.
Take a seat as Canadian and International musicians invade Algoma and see an exhibition of over 20 pieces from the Permanent Collection of The Art Gallery of Algoma of Canada’s Iconic Group of Seven and their contemporaries.
8. Fall Getaway
Enjoy the best of fall with an autumn getaway in Ontario.
- Must Visit Ontario Small Towns & Cities During Fall
- Must Visit Ontario Provincial Parks For Fall Colour Day Trips and Weekend Getaways
- 15 Resorts for a Fall Getaway
- 10 Trips for Fall in Ontario
- 15 Central Ontario Road Trips For Fall Colours
- Eastern Ontario Towns For a Getaway
- Central Ontario Towns For a Getaway
9. See the Salmon Run
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Cool Fall temperatures see scores of Chinook Salmon fighting their way up rivers and streams on their annual spawning run.
Visit various rivers and creeks that carry salmon upstream during other days of the season.
Where to See Salmon Run around the Greater Toronto Area
10. Ontario Farms
Take a hayride, get a perfectly shaped pumpkin for Jack O’ Lantern, pick apples, and get the best products for your Thanksgiving Table, Fall dinners and preserves for Christmas by visiting an Ontario Farm or Farmers Market near you!
Get lost amongst giant stalks of corn near you; you may even encounter devilish children of the corn!
25+ Bucket List Ideas for Fall Activities and Getaways in Ontario
