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From corn mazes to fabulous fall festivals, there are plenty of ways to celebrate fall in KW Region. Check out this list of 30 activities you can do in Kitchener – Waterloo Region.
1. Huron Natural Area
This fall, visit this awe-inspiring destination for nature lovers, families, trail walkers, photographers – and for those looking to experience nature and enjoy awesome power walk amidst golden hues of fall. It is Kitchener’s largest and most valuable natural area at 107-hectare and is located at 801 Trillium Dr.
2. Royal Medieval Faire
Waterloo’s Royal Medieval Faire is a virtual edition this year! Check out this year’s unique programs on September 19th.
3. Kitchener Market
Head on down to the Kitchener Market on Saturdays to shop local produce, dairy, and specialty items while enjoying live music by your favourite local musicians.
4. Walk among Dinosaurs
This fall, enjoy a unique experience at Bingemans! Enjoy a walk-thru or drive-thru experience into the Mesozoic Era when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. October 10-25, 2020
5. Oktoberfest
Like most festivals this year, the 2020 Oktoberfest is going virtual. There will be virtual events, Oktoberfest-themed entertainment, small gatherings, and contests. September 25 to October 12, 2020
6. Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery
The Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery is conducting fall programs that cater to adults and kids. So if you want to learn a new skill or want to polish your abilities, sign up for their workshops. The classes will be socially distanced with limited capacity, so sign up today!
7. Doon Heritage Village at the Waterloo Region Museum
At a time of year when we start to appreciate modern conveniences like central heating and instant hot water, Fall is the perfect time to learn what life was like before Netflix and Chill. This year there will be special themed weekends at the Village that focuses on different areas of life back in 1914.
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8. Corn Mazes and Haunted Mazes
Visit corn mazes and other farms that host halloween haunted mazes and activities.
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9. Cambridge Farmer’s Market
Started in 1830, this is one of the oldest farmer’s markets in Canada. Featuring local seafood, baked goods, cheeses, meats, produce, and arts and crafts, you’ll certainly leave with a taste of the country.
10. Barrie’s Asparagus Farm & Country Market
This family-owned and operated homestead has been operating since 1892. Although specializing in asparagus, they also grow rhubarb, corn, and pumpkins, and raise pasture-fed park. Open daily, visit Barrie’s Asparagus Farm and Country Market for a new twist on the country classic.
11. Faul Farms
The Faul Family says it best: “We believe in being responsible stewards of our land, the crops we grow, and the animals we raise”. This family owned farm has been operating since 1957, raising naturally fed beef, pork, chicken, turkey, and lamb. So head over to their farmyard store and get a taste for conscientious farming. While you’re there, pick up a few artisan crafts and gifts for the fall table.
12. St. Jacob’s Farmers’ Market
This harvest season, visit Canada’s largest year-round Farmer’s market and choose from 100s of local vendors featuring farm-fresh foods, crafts, imported goods, and more.
13. Strom’s Farm & Bakery
Strom’s Farm & Bakery is a second generation farm that started in 1978. Join in on the fun and get lost at their 6-acre corn maze.
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14. Kitchener Symphony Orchestra
This is the year of the new 2020/21 Reimagined: KWS Goes Online Season! All concerts will be streamed online. Although this means, you won’t be able to enjoy them in person, more people will be able to access these concerts!
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15. Woodside National Historic Site
Take a self-guided tour through this boyhood home of William Lyon Mackenzie King, Canada’s longest serving prime minister. With the woods ablaze in autumn colour and the house decorated with harvest fruits, vegetables, and gorgeous bouquets and centerpieces, a trip to the National Historic site will make an amazing one.
16. Cambridge Sculpture Garden
Cambridge’s best-kept secret, the Cambridge Sculpture Garden offers you a chance to get outside in the crisp fall air, take in the historic Grand River, and contemplate the beautiful public-art sculptures in the garden. Best of all, it’s always free and always open.
17. The Maple Syrup Museum
Learn more about this sweet Canadian staple at Waterloo’s unique Maple Syrup Museum. With their self-guided tour you will learn about the history and process of maple syrup making while you meander through artifacts, photographs, and maple-laden displays.
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18. A Mennonite Farm Tour
Enjoy a horse-drawn tour of a Mennonite Farm. The 90-minute long tour takes place every Thursday and Saturday until October 31st. Don’t miss this unique way to explore St. Jacobs!
19. Eby Farmstead
Fall is a time of harvest and farm-appreciation, so why not meet the animals? Located in the heart of Waterloo, this is your perfect chance to get up close and personal with llamas, peacocks, chickens, potbelly pics, miniature ponies, goats and more! And its free!
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20. Petersburg Regional Forest
With the wind at your back and the adrenaline in your veins, you’ll appreciate the crisp fall air while biking Petersburg Regional Forest’s 25km single track mountain biking trails. Don’t worry, there are also multi-use and hiking trails through their mature-hardwood forest.
21. Contesgo River Horseback Adventures
Why crunch leaves beneath your feet, when you can ride through the Fall foliage? With Horseback riding, pony rides, trail rides, a weekend with Contesgo River Horseback Adventures will be one for the memory bank. The entry to the farm is by appointment.
22. Walter Bean Grand River Trail
This beautiful 17.7km trail runs near the Grand River through Waterloo, Cambridge, Kitchener, and Woolwich. Now that the weather is cooler, it’s the perfect time to strap on some rollerblades, jump on your bicycle, or simple put on your shoes for a journey a bit longer than warmer weather would permit.
23. Avon Trail
Strap on your hiking boots, pack your lunch, and head out on this 113km hiking trail from St. Mary’s to Conestogo. The trail mostly consists of an unpaved foot path so it’s perfect for the more rugged enthusiast, but you’ll have to leave your bicycles and motorized vehicles at home.
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24. Artwalk
Take a walk and explore the new artworks in Hughes Lane, Uptown Waterloo.
25. Victoria Park
This Jewel of the city was officially opened in 1896. With a picnic shelter, playground, horseshoe pits, and more, its’ the perfect way to spend a crisp fall day with family. Be sure to check out the original iron bridge and cannons!
26. Lumen Lite
Join the City of Waterloo’s festival of light, art, and technology that showcases light based new media, media art, and projection-based installations. The 2020 Lumen festival is named Lumen Lite, a small scale event with outdoor installations only. Don’t forget to check it out on Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. in different locations of uptown Waterloo.
27. Iron Horse Trail
This 5.5km of trail along the an old railway corridor offers a chance to bask in the warm colours of fall, while learning about a fascinating time in Canada’s history. The trail is fairly flat and fully accessible, so it makes for a perfect Sunday Stroll.
28. Schmidt Woods
Completed in the fall of 2016, celebrate this urban forest’s birthday. With 2km of compacted stone multi-purpose trail and 1 km of natural ground hiking trail, you really can choose your own adventure.
29. Culture Days
Celebrate the arts and culture of Canada through various free activities. September 25- October 25, 2020
30. Fall Mums
Swing by the Fall Harvest Farm for beautiful Chrysanthemums! There is also corn stalks for purchase. Fall Mums
Credit: Fall Harvest Farm
31. Shade’s Mills Park
This park features 12 kms of trails through mature hardwood forest, as well as an 80 acre reservoir perfect for fall fishing. With Fall events like the Hunters of the Skies, Navigation Challenge, Growing Green: Seed Collecting, Orienteering with a Compass and Map, and Teddy Bear Survival Challenge, you really take advantage of the mild Fall weather.
32. Taste of Fall
Pumpkin Ice Cream is here again… If you haven’t tried this delicious treat yet, visit the Mapleton’s Organic Daily’s Farm store before they are gone!
33. Forwell Trail
Forwell Trail is a short 1-km trail that offers beautiful views and runs through King Street North to Lexington Road. The Forwell trail connects to the Hillside Trail. Now you can enjoy this trail all the more! Scan the QR codes along the trail and listen to local artists while hiking.
34. Dumfries Conservation Area
This urban park is surrounded by homes and industries, but with 185 acres of forests, wetlands, and trails you would be none the wiser. Bring your camera and make it a fall photoshoot!
35. Bingemans Screampark
Are you prepared for the walk of fear! Bingemans Screampark opens for the season on September 25th. You can also choose a camping nightmare and a Drive-in screampark package. Tickets are timed admissions. So get yours early.
36. Forest Bathing Walk
Take in the forest through your senses! Enjoy a walk through forests with certified guides this season. Forest Bathing Walks
37. Pumpkins and more
Have you been to the Good Family Farm? Check them out for they have over 20 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and many varieties gourds. Pumpkins and more.
38. One-of-a-kind Corn Maze
This year, check out Farmer Kev’s one-of-a-kind Corn Maze! Their u-pick pumpkin patch is also open at the Shantz Family Farm.
39. TJ’s Farm
TJ’s Farm is best known for their sweet, delicious corn. They also have beautiful pumpkins, gourds as well. If you are visiting the farm don’t forget to get some of their fresh farm produce. You will be going back year after year!
40. Lights Up!
Watch an amazingly colourful and transformative display of visual effects during the Old Post Office Light Show. From October 2 to November 1, the light display will be mapping a Halloween and Autumn Theme.
41. Art Walk
Explore the murals in downtown Kitchener at your own pace! This self-guided walk will let you experience art installations, both old and new, located throughout the downtown core. Pick up a field guide at The Walper Hotel, Living Fresh, A Second Look Books, KW Bookstore, and KWAG or downtown online from here.
42. The Nightmare Before Christmas
From October 25 to 31 is the annual The Nightmare Before Christmas Experience. Though this year’s show will be much shorter, don’t give this display a miss as the themes will be switched for 2021.
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