Celebrate fall in London with corn mazes, tours, and wonderful music. Check out this list of 50 activities you can do around London and Middlesex County.
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50 Fun Fall Activities Around London & Middlesex County
Oktober Fall Fest
Oktober Fall Fest is a fall-themed festival revolving around the Oktoberfest celebration! Hang out in the cozy tented beer garden, listen to live music, and visit the fall vendor village. Thursdays – Sundays, September 15 – October 1, 2023
Where: 100 Kellogg Lane, London
Fall Food Fest
Celebrate food, fall, and community at the Covent Garden Market with a variety of fall food activities on Saturday, October 28, 2023.
Where: Covent Garden Market – Rotary Square, London
Playwright’s Festival
The 12th Annual Playwrights’ Festival will take place on September 22 – 23, 2023. The plays will be presented as public readings followed by question/answer sessions with the playwrights and invited audience feedback.
Where: Port Stanley Festival Theatre, 302 Bridge St., Port Stanley
Fibre Art Festival & Sale
Shop for locally made fibre creations art for individual and the home at the Market. November 17 – 19, 2023
Where: Covent Garden Market – Mezzanine, London
Beatles in Blue
Beatles in Blue reinvents iconic Beatles songs with a unique blues and soul-inspired groove. This multi-instrumental trio offers a refreshing take on Fab Four classics, delivering blues, funk, and reggae renditions that are bound to brighten your day. Friday November 10, 2023
Where: Port Stanley Festival Theatre, 302 Bridge St., Port Stanley
StoryBOO! Halloween
From October 12 to 29, visit Storybook Gardens for a spooky Halloween fun event geared towards young children and families.
Where: Storybook Gardens, 1958 Storybook Lane, London
Eldon House Birthday Party
Come and celebrate Eldon House’s 198th Birthday! Join us for self-guided tours of the museum, partake in historic lawn games and general entertainment! September 30, 2023
Where: Eldon House, 481 Ridout Street North, London
Attend a Thanksgiving Luncheon
Bring your family and friends together for a delicious meal and be surrounded by the beauty of fall. Enjoy a buffet-style traditional turkey meal supplied by R Catering, and enjoy spending the time together. October 9, 2023
Where: Fanshawe Pioneer Village, 1424 Clarke Road, London
Aeolian Pride Socials
The Aeolian Hall will be a hub for the LGBTQ2 community to gather, connect, and socialize in a safe space. Dave Southen Lounge & bar will open every Wednesday at 5 p.m. for a social-networking hour, followed by music and entertainment opportunities. Wednesdays, until November 22, 2023.
Where: Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas Street, London
The Wiggles! Ready, Steady, Wiggle! Tour
Get ready to sing, dance and wiggle your way through an unforgettable musical extravaganza of beloved Wiggles hits including ‘Rock-a-Bye Your Bear’, ‘Hot Potato’ and ‘Do the Propeller’, guaranteed to have children and parents alike singing and dancing along! October 2, 2023.
Where: Centennial Hall, 550 Wellington St., London
Fall Equinox Market After Dark
Join Wildflowers Farm for a cozy autumn gathering, where you can soak in the delightful fall atmosphere. This last evening market of the 2023 season will include live music, kids’ activities, a fantastic selection of local vendors, mouthwatering fall dishes, and a variety of botanical cocktails and brews. September 22, 2023
Where: Wildflowers Farm, 42338 Fruit Ridge Line, St. Thomas
Pizza Fest
On Saturday, September 23rd, from 4 pm to 11 pm, head over to Covent Garden Market to enjoy pizza, beer and wine!
Where: Covent Garden Market, London
Pyjama Party
Enjoy a comfy evening at the London Children’s Museum! Enjoy a night of hands-on, interactive, themed fun every month! September 22, October 27, November 24 & December 22, 2023
Where: London Children’s Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Road South, London
NASCAR Pinty’s Fall Brawl Championship Race
Head over to Delaware Speedway to watch NASCAR Pinty’s Fall Brawl Championship Race on September 24, 2023.
Where: Delaware Speedway, 1640 Gideon Drive, Delaware
Oxford Renaissance Festival
Step back into time and party like its 1599. Dress up and immerse yourself at the festival. Full metal jousting, birds of prey, trebuchet, Starlight, comedy, food, merchants and music. October 14 – 15, 2023
Where: Dorchester Fairgrounds, 4939 Hamilton Road, Dorchester
The Beauty Underneath
Watch a Broadway cabaret of the monstrous, maniacal & macabre! Come have a drink and let a chorus of creatures entertain you with music from Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, Rocky Horror, Beetlejuice, Evil Dead, Six, South Park – and many more! Spotlighting the hidden gems of musical theatre, this sinister soiree is truly unlike any Broadway cabaret you’ve seen before. October 19 – 22, 2023
Where: Grand Theatre, 471 Richmond Street, London
Forest City Film Festival
Discover your regional pride at FCFF as we honour world-class films and filmmakers that have a connection to Southwestern Ontario. October 14 – 22, 2023
Where: Various locations in London
The Armed Man
Karl Jenkins’ ‘The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace,’ premiered in 2000, has achieved global acclaim with over 1,100 performances worldwide by 2011. This composition blends diverse cultural influences and themes of war and peace, leaving a profound impact on both audiences and performers.
Where: Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street in Old South London
Let’s Celebrate Agriculture! Garden Party
The Grove is opening its doors and creating a one-of-a-kind dining experience that will leave you in awe. Learn from budding culinary entrepreneurs, be inspired by heart-warming community initiatives and treat your senses to a garden-to-table menu that will exhilarate your tastebuds. September 29, 2023
Where: Gardens behind Agriplex Pavilion at Western Fair District, London
Pumpkin Smasher
Experience the thrill during Pumpkin Smasher at Delaware Speedway on September 30, 2023.
Where: Delaware Speedway, 1640 Gideon Drive, Delaware
Kustermans Fall Festival
Enjoy acres of family fun and farm-fresh food at the Kusterman’s Adventure Farm. Pumpkin picking, farm animals, train rides, sandhill, zip lines, jumping pillows are just some of the things to do here.
Where: Kustermans Berry Farms, 23188 Springwell Rd, Mount Brydges
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Brass Night at the Proms
Enjoy a rousing and eclectic evening of music inspired by the world-famous BBC Proms! September 30, 2023.
Where: Saint James Westminster Anglican Church, London
An Evening with Blue Rodeo
Legendary alt-country rockers Blue Rodeo will be in London celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the band’s massively successful fifth studio album Five Days in July. October 15, 2023
Where: Budweiser Gardens, 99 Dundas Street, London
Giant Fall Book Sale
The Giant Fall Book Sale is back from October 20 to 22, 2023 at the Centennial Hall.
Where: Centennial Hall, 550 Wellington St., London
Taking the Long View: The Museum London Art Collection
See a permanent art exhibition comprised of well-loved treasures from the vaults; intriguing, though lesser-known gems; and recent acquisitions of modern and contemporary art. . On until December 31, 2023
Where: Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North
The Rocky Horror Show
This will be the 50th Anniversary of the World’s Favorite Rock and Roll Musical! Filled with all the classic songs and audience participation that made the film so much fun for now 50 years, all of it comes to life on the stage. So bring your costumes and all your scripts and be ready for a night of absolute pleasure. October 12-14, 2023
Where: Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas Street East, London
The Games Afoot
It is December 1936, and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry. But when one of the guests is stabbed to death, the festivities in this isolated house of tricks and mirrors quickly turn dangerous. November 23-December 3, 2023
Where: Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas Street East, London
Hells Bells: Celebrating 50 Years of AC/DC
Hells Bells‘ unmissable show features impressive visual effects and an authentic reproduction of AC/DC’s music and attitude. With precise tempos, concert-pitched tunes, and note-perfect renditions, they stand out among tribute acts as the ultimate AC/DC tribute show. November 25, 2023
Where: Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas Street, London
Cheer the Knights
The 2023-24 regular season of London Knights starts from September 29, 2023. Get your tickets and cheer your team.
Where: Budweiser Gardens, London
Paper Making Workshop
Join Eldon House’s Program Coordinator Brenna Ardiel, for an exploration into 19th century letters, diaries, and journaling and its significance in the Victorian Era. Guests will take their creation home and additional paper will be provided to create holiday cards and decoration. November 11, 2023
Where: Eldon House, 481 Ridout Street North, London
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The Wedding Ring’s London Expo
Come to The Ring’s London Wedding Expo! The Expo Fall 2023 will be filled with wedding-savvy exhibitors, live design palettes, giveaways, gorgeous gowns, new designs, and the latest products and services! October 22, 2023
Where: Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn & Conference Centre, 591 Wellington Road South, London
London Comedy Festival
London Comedy Festival features Steph Neale, Rachelle Lauzon, Tim Nicholson & Gee Gethiga and take place at the London Music Hall on November 23, 2023.
Where: London Music Hall, 185 Queens Avenue, London
Terra Lightfoot
Terra Lightfoot‘s new album, ‘Healing Power,’ was inspired by a solitary moment on a mountaintop in Austria, symbolizing her artistic growth and perseverance. Hear her on December 2, 2023.
Where: Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas Street East, London
Come From Away
Watch the hit musical based on the remarkable true story, Come From Away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.
Where: Budweiser Gardens, 99 Dundas Street, London
Hunter Brothers
London Music Hall is hosting Hunter Brothers on November 25, 2023. Get your tickets!
Where: London Music Hall, 185 Queens Avenue, London
Culture Days
Celebrate the arts and culture of Canada through various free activities. September 22 to October 15, 2023.
Make Memories
Create fond memories at London’s Storybook Gardens. Enjoy their play features, including the splash pad, rides, and playground structures. Splashpad will be open daily until its closing date which will be announced on social media.
Where: Storybook Gardens, 1958 Storybook Lane, London
Glencoe Fall Fair
The Glencoe Fair is celebrating 146 Years in 2023, with the fair theme “Country Roots & Rubber Boots.” This family fun affair runs September 22 – 23, 2023.
Where: Glencoe Fairgrounds
The Glorious Sons
The Glorious Sons will be making a stop at Budweiser Gardens on their The Glory Tour on December 2, 2023!
Where: Budweiser Gardens, 99 Dundas Street, London
Brothers Gibb: The Bee Gees’ Story
Brothers Gibb: The Bee Gees’ Story rolls into town on November 18, 2023. While enjoying the amazing harmonies and infectious dance beats of the truly remarkable song catalog of the Bee Gees, sitting still in your seat may not be an option for long!
Where: Aeolian Hall, 795 Dundas Street, London
Go on a Santa Treat Train Ride
Come ride the train through Elgin County in early winter from the warmth of a heated car. Santa has treats for the kids! Watch your children’s anticipation grow as we near our destination to meet Santa. Select days November 18 to December 17, 2023
Where: Port Stanley Terminal Rail, Bridge Street, Port Stanley
Dracula
Lucy Seward, whose father is the doctor in charge of an English sanatorium, has been attacked by some mysterious illness. Dr. Van Helsing, believes that the girl is the victim of a vampire, a sort of ghost that goes about at night sucking blood from its victims. The vampire is at last found to be a certain Count Dracula, whose ghost is finally laid to rest in a striking and novel manner. The play is intended for those who love thrills in the theatre. October 26 – November 5, 2023
Where: Palace Theatre, 710 Dundas Street East, London
Fall Hikes
There are many of nature’s hidden gems in the city of London, some of which are designated as Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) in both urban and agricultural settings. Visit some of those areas and enjoy sweater weather as colours change from green to hues of red and gold.
Fall on the Farm
Enjoy fun days at the Farm. Pick your own apples, train rides, and more. Climb the sand mountain, get lost in the corn maze or visit farm animals while here.
Where: Apple Land Station, 329 Richmond Street, Thames Centre
Kain Woods
Hike to Kain Woods is truly something that one should try in the fall season. A great way to spend an afternoon, the trail offers many scenic views and follows the Thames River.
A Day out in Kiwanis Park
Plan a hike to one of the most beautifully maintained green space in east London, Kiwanis Park.
A World of Pumpkins
Celebrate the wonderful world of pumpkins this fall at the Clovermead Adventure Farm. Enjoy a wagon ride, bee train ride, visit farm animals, get lost in the corn maze, and enjoy the fall decorations and family photo spots. Take a spin on the pedal carts or bounce on the giant jumping pillow. Don’t miss the Pumpkin Cannon Show and Candy Cannon Show.
Where: Clovermead Honey Shop & Adventure Farm, 11302 Imperial Road, Aylmer
Visit an Orchard
Located just minutes from the banks of beautiful Lake Erie near Port Stanley, Great Lakes Farms is a great place to enjoy fun fall activities. In the fall season, the farm offers pick your own apples, pears, and pumpkins. Kids and families can enjoy their corn maze, tractor rides, and the huge play area.
Where: Great Lakes Farms, 5111 Union Road, Port Stanley
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It’s Fall Fun Time
With live animals, wagon rides, a pumpkin patch, and a corn maze to explore, a trip to Tree Lane Farms is sure to tick all the boxes. Refresh with the snacks and beverages available at the food booth. Don’t forget to check out the fall and winter home decor at the retail store Before leaving.
Where: Tree Lane Farms, 13073 Twelve Mile Rd, Ilderton
Step Inside a Challenge
Solve the puzzle and escape. Located in a prime spot, up to 6 players can work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and pick locks that will free them from the game room.
Where: Escapology, 604 Oxford Street East, London
Go Ziplining
Fall is a great time to go ziplining. Head over to Boler Mountain Treetop Adventure Park to enjoy the beauty of the fall.
Where: Boler Mountain, 689 Griffith Street, London