Sudbury 
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The fifth-largest city in Ontario, Greater Sudbury has a wealth of culture – with its mining past, Franco-Ontarian population that influences its arts and culture, and beautiful geography, you’re bound to find something fun to do this fall. This list complies 25 exciting things to do to enhance your fall season.
What’s New
Attend a New Art Exhibit
The Art Gallery of Sudbury is displaying ‘Mary Wrinch: Painted From Life’ the first public display of the AGO’s watercolour miniature portraits on ivory. Painted in the early 1900s, these portraits document the unique fashion style of the time and is also a form of feminine self-expression. Details
Where: Art Gallery of Sudbury, 251 John St, Sudbury
Purchase something new
Open through to October, the Sudbury farmer’s market is a great destination for crafters, artisans, entertainers, food vendors, and local producers, and those looking to purchase from them. New vendors are being added every year, so you are sure to find something new! Details
See a new Mural
Every year new murals adorn the walls of buildings in and around Sudbury. Go on a self-guided mural tour with the official Up Here app. Details
Listen to new local musicians
The Symphony Crawl is back on September 25th! Stroll the downtown area and visit the outdoor patios and stages where over 70 musicians will help you discover Sudbury’s musical talent in diverse musical genres. Details
Cheer on the Sudbury Wolves
Catch a home game in person after a year of lockdown at the Sudbury Community Arena. The pre-season starts on October 8th. Details
Where: Sudbury Community Arena, 240 Elgin St, Sudbury
See a new Exhibit
Embark on a wondrous journey through Canada’s North with artist Cory Trépanier. Into the Arctic is the most ambitious body of artwork ever dedicated to the Canadian Arctic. It will be on display at Science North from November 13, 2021 – February 21, 2022. Details
Where: Science North, 100 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury
Watch a new movie
Movie lovers can go and watch new movies on screen at the theatres after a long year of lockdown. Details
Where: Imagine Cinemas, Downtown Movie Lounge, 40, rue Elm St., Sudbury
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Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival
The Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival is Northern Ontario’s premier festival for readers, writers, and lovers of words. Celebrate your love for the written word. Details
The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute
On November 6th, Rumours: the Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute is playing at the Fraser Auditorium. Relive the rock and roll magic with the legendary band from 1975-1979. Details
Where: Fraser Auditorium, 935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury
Cinefest Sudbury International Film Festival
Support Canadian and international cinema at the Cinefest Sudbury – an international film festival displaying unique independent film screenings every year for the public, and bringing cinephiles together. September 18 – 26, 2021. Details
Buckcherry Live
Buckcherry Live is playing at the Grand on October 21st with The Dazed + The Métis. Get your tickets before they sell out. Details
Where: The Grand, 28 Elgin St, Greater Sudbury
The Stampeders
The Stampeders were a Canadian rock ‘n’ roll band of the 1970s. Celebrate their enduring legacy on November 14th. Details
Where: Fraser Auditorium, 935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury
Keto Taste Night
Spend an evening of keto tasting! Enjoy a keto cocktail, a mini keto appetizer, and sample a guided spirit tasting flight, complete with tasting notes, and a chat about keto basics. Details
Where: Crosscut Distillery, 1347 Kelly Lake Road, Sudbury
Not to Miss
Indigenous Ingenuity
Go on an interactive adventure at the Science North. The exhibit, Indigenous Ingenuity celebrates the ingenious creations and innovations of Indigenous people. Details
Where: Science North, 100 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury
An Artisan Walk
Take in the colours of fall at Kivi Park while browsing unique creations from 50+ local makers along the 1km loop around their state-of-the-art playground. Details
Where: Kivi Park, Greater Sudbury
Movies in the Park
Join Horizon Drive-In for a movie night at Bell Park. The movie will be played on a large inflatable projector screen and sound will be broadcasted using speakers on site. You may bring blankets, chairs, cushions and more to make your circle comfy as you watch the film. Details
Where: Bell Park – Amphitheatre Entrance, Sudbury
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – a day to recognize and commemorate the ongoing legacy of residential schools. Head over to Science North to learn about the vibrant and diverse cultures, languages, and traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. With presentations and workshops throughout the science centre, a look at our special exhibit Indingous Ingenuity, along with and an outdoor marketplace, you’ll learn from a variety of Indigenous businesses, artists, and community members from N’Swakamok (Sudbury) and Northern Ontario. Details
Where: Science North, 100 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury
A hot drink
It’s fall, and you know that means hot cocoa and spiced lattes. Old Rock Coffee is an award-winning roaster and coffee shop in Northern Ontario, serving delicious specialty warm drinks to sweeten up your day. Details
Where: Old Rock Coffee, 212 Minto Street, Greater Sudbury
Culture Days
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events, get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in the communities. Details
Try Something New
Sip on some craft beer at Stack Brewing
This modern craft brewery opened its doors to the community in 2013. Their wonderful craft beers won then several provincial and national awards, and they continue to expand and grow, winning over the hearts of beer lovers with their unique offerings. Details
Try your hand at Axe Throwing
If you think you’ve tried it all, Northern Axperts is for those that actively seek out adrenaline and adventure. Axe throwing seems to be the new archery in the modern-day but isn’t your average afternoon activity. Details
Where: Northern Axperts, 187 Shaughnessy Street, Sudbury
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Scale the wall
Focusing on rock climbing and yoga, this facility features 7000 square feet of space for rock climbing that go up to 35-feet in height. Whether you’re a first-time climber or a climbing veteran, ARC climbing accommodates all. Details
Where: ARC Climbing, 1981 Old Burwash Road, Sudbury
A good fall read
It’s no secret that used books possess their own sort of unique charm in the literature world. At Bay Used Books, you can buy or even rent books to read throughout the fall. – whether you’re looking to read indoors, or bundled up on your front porch. Details
Where: Bay Used Books, 124 Elm Street, Sudbury
Taste Something New
Wine & Chocolate Pairing by Wander Food & Wine
Sample wines from different parts of the world and develop an understanding of the region with Wander Food & Wine. At the end of the session, you will be able to pair them with your favourite dishes. Details
Where: Wander Food & Wine, 112 Durham Street, Greater Sudbury
It’s the time to relax
Go on Therapy Walks
Move slowly through a beautiful park at sunset, and take in the benefits that nature provides. Details
Craft to Relax
For some creative fall fun with your friends or for a more significant event such as a birthday party, the DIY Craftery and Lounge provides craft activities for the crafty and not-so-crafty. Details
Where: DIY Craftery and Lounge, 43 Elm Street, Sudbury
Relax with Yoga
Relax your body and mind with yoga. Book a yoga class. Details
Where: ARC Climbing, 1981 Old Burwash Road, Sudbury
Gaze at the Stars
Watch the stars and wonder at the celestial splendor. Stargazing is not fun as well as relaxing. Lie back in your own backyard or in a dark sky area near you and take in the awe-inspiring star-filled night sky.
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Get pampered
Where: La Renaissance Day Spa, 283 Cedar Street, Sudbury
Relax at the Fielding Memorial Park
This quaint, well-kept park boasts beautiful flora, chirping birds, and greenfield surroundings. Popular for weddings and special events, the park contains a deck and walking trails that create a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere.
Where: 345 Fielding Road, Greater Sudbury
Relax with a picnic
Pack a picnic basket or just grab a hot thermos and your favourite book and head to Bell Park. The natural landscapes are a perfect setting for a quaint picnic by the water.
Let beautiful works of art do their magic
There is nothing more relaxing than browsing beautiful works of art. Drop-in at the Stopciati Gallery and browse their collection of Original and collectible reproductions of Canadian artist Giovanni Stopciati. Details
Where: Stopciati Gallery, 153 Applegrove Street, Sudbury
Fun time
Head over to KUPP Centre Indoor Playground + Laser Tag for some fun! They have soft play structures, a toddler soft play area, as well as laser tag. Details
Visit animals at Northern Exotics
Northern Exotics is somewhat of a shelter for exotic pets such as bearded dragons and snakes. Exposing the public to these kind and interesting creatures, they aim to demonstrate the importance of care and the importance of simulating an animal’s natural habitat in their over 80 exhibitions. Details
It’s Haunt Time
Creepy Fun at Dynamic Earth
It’s Halloween time again at Dynamic Earth! Featuring Pumpkinferno, the Bug Bistro, and the Big Nickel Halloween show as well as new attractions like a family-friendly haunted maze, Dynamic Earth is the place to hit for Halloween fun. Details
Science North
Spookfest
Watch spooky movies! Horizon drive-in is showcasing Halloween-themed movies this October. Details
Where: Horizon Drive-In, New Sudbury Centre, 1349 Lasalle Boulevard, Sudbury
Get Spooked at Northern Frights Festival
Northern Frights brings the best international and local horror productions to Sudbury. Details
Haunted Heights Trail
Walk along a dark and spooky wooded trail in the heart of McCrea Heights on Friday and Saturday nights in October. Details
Where: 1764 Kathleen St, Val Caron
For more: Halloween in Sudbury
Get Outdoors
Go on a fall hike
See amazing scenery and discover spectacular trails in Sudbury during fall. The Non-Motorized Trails Map by Rainbow Routes is a must for all hikers. Get a free copy from the Public library or download the pdf version and hit the trails! Details
Explore the city on a bicycle
For your next outdoor adventure, explore the city’s non-motorize trails. There are many trails of varying lengths to choose from. Details
Rent a cabin from the Agnew Lake Lodge
Whether you’re looking for a camping experience or cabin-stay, Agnew Lake Lodge (an hour West of Sudbury) provides spacious campsites and comfortable cabins that complement a fishing or hunting getaway in both the summer and winter months. Details
Take in the fall colours
Explore the trails, scenic lookouts, take nature photos, and more at the Lake Laurentian Conservation Area. Details
Fall Harvest Fun at Wagon Wheel Ranch
October is the time to enjoy fall family fun. Go on wagon rides, enjoy the petting farm, pick pumpkins from the Patch! Details
Where: Wagonwheel Ranch, 2200 Kenneth Drive, Sudbury
Mini Golf
Spend a memorable day playing unique mini-golf courses at the Dinosaur Valley Mini Golf. Details
Where: Dinosaur Valley Mini Golf, Valleyview Road, 3316 St Laurent St, Chelmsford
Enjoy the fall weather at Kivi Park
Bike, stroll, run, or simply explore a trail in Kivi Park, take photographs of the incredible scenery, pack a picnic, or learn about the stories and history of the area.
Kivi Park’s Inukshuk Lookout is the ideal spot to check out the natural panoramas of Canadian nature, practice your rock-stacking abilities, and get that perfect shot. Details
Take a trip to Onaping Falls before the winter season
Discover the colors and atmosphere of the fall season at the Onaping Falls – a magical place filled with wildlife, plants, and where you can get to know nature’s beauty.
Immerse yourself in nature at the AY Jackson Lookout
Overlooking High Falls tumbling into the Sudbury Basin, this famous local lookout was named after Alexander Young Jackson – a Canadian painter whose imagination was heavily inspired by this location’s scenery. Details
Go skating at an outdoor rink
There are a number of outdoor ice rinks in Sudbury including Queen’s Athletic Skating Oval and neighbourhood rinks! Check their opening hours and go skating. Details
