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Celebrate the last long weekend of summer! Send off summer and get ready to welcome Fall with gusto by enjoying festivals and activities during Labour Day weekend across Ontario.
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80+ Things to Do this Labour Day Long Weekend in Ontario – Fireworks, Parades, Festivals & Fall Fairs
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1. Windsor-Essex Region
Harrow Fair
August 28 to 31, 2025 @ Fairgrounds, 134 McAffee, Harrow
End of Summer Bonfire and Fireworks
Head to Lakewood Park in Tecumseh for the End of Summer Bonfire and Fireworks! A fun way for the whole family to say farewell to summer. Saturday, August 30, 2025 (Rain Date: Aug. 31) | | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM @ Lakewood Park South, 13451 Riverside Dr. E., Tecumseh
Labour Day Parade
Windsor & District Labour Council Labour Day celebrations include a parade, entertainment and free hotdogs. Monday, September 1, Parade starts at 10:00 AM @ 1455 Turner Rd.
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2. Chatham-Kent
Farm Fest BrewFest CK
Red Barn Brewing Co. brings Farm Fest 2025 to life on August 30, blending music, food, and community spirit. Headlined by The Sadies, the lineup includes Justin Maki, Milhouse, The Kenny and Joel Acoustic Show, The Treeline, and Ben Heffernan. With food trucks on-site, the festival promises a lively summer celebration of music and flavour. August 30, 2025 @ Red Barn Brewing Co., Blenheim.
Eelūnaapèewii Lahkèewiit Pow Wow
Eelūnaapèewii Lahkèewiit is hosting its annual Pow Wow on August 30 & 31, 2025, at the Community Centre, 14811 Schools Line, Bothwell.
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3. Elgin County
Heritage Farm Show
Join for the annual Heritage Farm Show at the Backus-Page House Museum. Explore your rural roots and experience the museum, barn and grounds first hand! Enjoy demonstrations include threshing, historic agricultural displays, antique tractors & equipment, food, and music. August 30 to 31, 2025 @ Backus Page House, 29424 Lakeview Line, Wallacetown
PSTR: Scenic Train Rides
Enjoy a sixty-minute, 13.6 Km round trip from Port Stanley to Whytes Park and return. Saturday & Sunday @ Port Stanley Terminal Rail, Bridge Street, Port Stanley
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4. Norfolk County
Port Rowan Bayfest (Fireworks)
Visit Port Rowan for the annual Labour Day celebration, Bayfest features three days of activities, many for kids, with a fantastic parade Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. and fireworks on Sunday. August 29 to September 1 @ Various Venues
Festival of Fountains
See the musical fountain at Whistling Gardens, which has over 8,000 colourful perennials of different varieties on display or stay for Festival of Fountains – The Night Garden . @ Whistling Gardens Ltd., 698 Concession 3, Wilsonville.
Big Creek Guided Kayak Tour
Enjoy a serene and relaxing paddle up and down Big Creek as it winds through the breathtaking beauty of our Carolinian forest. Experience towering Sycamore and Black Walnut trees covered with wild grape and Virginia creeper vines that lend Big Creek its nickname, the Canadian Amazon. @ Big Creek by Long Point Eco-Adventures, 1730 Front Rd., St. Williams.
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5. Haldimand County
Labour Day Weekend Spectacular
Experience a thrilling lineup at the Bone Shaker Jet Truck event, featuring diverse entertainment including dragsters like Ant Hill Mob and Northern Warrior, along with fire trucks, Nitro Funny Cars, Harley bikes, and competitive racing categories like AA/Gassers, Can Am, and Outlaw Shootout. Don’t miss the Oldsmobile Club Line Them Up and Bracket Racing excitement! August 28 to 31 @ Toronto Motorsports Park, 1040 Kohler Road, Cayuga. Details
Hagersville Summers End Festival
Celebrate the final days of summer with exciting activities for the whole family, including horse-drawn wagon rides, craft vendors, live entertainment, inflatables, a free BBQ, and a beer tent! August 30, 2025 @ Sgt. Andrew Harnett Memorial Park, 13 Laidlaw Street. Details
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6. Niagara Region
Niagara Takes Flight
Niagara Takes Flight introduces Ontario’s first flying theatre, an immersive experience designed to lift audiences into the air without ever leaving their seats. Inside Table Rock Centre, riders will be suspended before a massive domed screen where sweeping drone footage showcases the Niagara River corridor through all four seasons. Details
Celebrate all things Greek
Head to St Catharines for the annual Niagara Greek Festival. Experience a true Greek celebration with traditional music and the Kalamatiano, Tsamiko, Zeimbekiko and other Greek dances. August 29 to September 1, 2025 @ St. Katharine Greek Orthodox Church, 585 Niagara Street, St. Catharines Details
Merritton Lions Club Labour Day Carnival (Fireworks)
The Merritton Lions Club’s Community Days Festival features thrilling midways and Games, vendors and marketplaces, entertainment, fireworks, Labour Day Parade and more! August 29 to September 1, 2025 @ Merritton Community Park, 7 Park Avenue, St. Catharines.
Marshville Heritage Festival
Experience a step back in time with many hands-on demonstrations and crafters, plus entertainment for all ages! Vintage car show, over 100 juried crafters, Horse & wagon rides, Entertainment all weekend for all ages, Sunday Evening Concert in the Park, Authentic Amish quilt being raffled, Canoe building & raffle and more! August 30 – September 1 @ Marshville Heritage Village, Wainfleet
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7. Brant-Brantford
Paris Fair
At the Paris Fair, there is something for everyone! Enjoy family friendly entertainment, rides, food and vendors! Concerts by Hunter Brothers and The Reklaws. August 29 – September 1, 2025 @ 139 Silver St, Paris.
Brantwood Farms Festival
Experience all things fall at this fun family farm in Brantford. There are Wagon Rides, Giant Jumping Pillow, Corn Maze, Haunted Barn, Obstacle Course, Corn Pit and more! August 31 to September 1 @ Brantwood Farms,251 Powerline Road, Brantford.
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Go Tubing
Enjoy tubing around Paris and Brant by booking a trip with Grand River Rafting. They offer various options along the River.
8. Oxford County
Nith River Forest Hiking Experience
Go flower picking
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9. Lambton County – Sarnia
Labour Day Parade
Sarnia & District Labour Council’s annual parade. Marching Units, Pipe Bands and floats assemble at Christina and Wellington Streets, leave there to Front St., headed north on Front St. to Centennial Park. September 1 | 9:30 a.m. @ Wellington St. at Christina St. to Centennial Park, Sarnia
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Lambton County Plowing Match
It is the 103rd anniversary of the Lambton County Plowing Match. There will be Antique Machinery, Displays, Youth Activities, Plowing Classes, Food Booth and Live Music. August 30 @ 5586 London Line, Plympton-Wyoming
10. Huron County
Goderich Salt & Harvest Festival
Spend some time in Goderich enjoying the annual outdoor festival filled with loads of unique salted experiences, eats, activities & tours for all.
August 29 – 31, 2025 @ Various Venues, Goderich
Goderich Salt & Harvest Festival
Blyth Festival
Inspired by the book by Bonnie Sitter & Shirleyan English, Onion Skins and Peach Fuzz: Memories of the Ontario Farmerettes; this nostalgic play dramatizes the incredible stories of Canada’s Farmerettes; young women all over the country who left the big cities to work as farm labourers on Canadian farms as part of the war effort during WW2. @ Blyth Memorial Community Hall
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11. Stratford & Perth
St. Marys Quarry
Jump off a cliff into Canada’s largest outdoor freshwater swimming pool before it closes for the 2025 season on September 1st.
Mitchell Fall Fair
Enjoy the “Biggest Little Fair“. Lots of Entertainment for young and old including agricultural displays, midway, food and more! August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Keterson Park, 55 Wellington St, Mitchell
Stratford Festival
Labour Day shows of the famed Stratford Festival feature The Art of War, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Dangerous Liaisons, Anne of Green Gables, Annie, The Winter’s Tale, Forgiveness, Macbeth, and Sense and Sensibility.
Labour Day
Enjoy a family fun day at Stratford Perth Museum courtesy of Stratford & District Labour Council. Monday, September 1, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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12. London-Middlesex County
London Collectibles Expo
The London Collectibles Expo will feature vendors selling a diverse selection of Collectibles including Comics, Vinyl Records, Music Memorabilia, Retro Video Games, Action Figures and more! Sunday, August 31 @ Centennial Hall, 550 Wellington Street, London
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FALL on the FARM
Enjoy fun days at the farm. Pick your own apples, enjoy train rides and more. @ Apple Land Station, 329 Richmond Street, Thames Centre
Annual Ailsa Craig Main St Car Show
See some classic cars, food and entertainment at the annual car show. August 30 @ Village of Ailsa Craig.
13. Kitchener-Waterloo
Labour Day Picnic 2025
The Waterloo Regional Labour Council will host the annual BBQ and family-friendly Picnic in support of the local United Way! Monday, September 1 @ Waterloo Park, 90 Westmount Road, Waterloo
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Paranormal Cirque IV
Slow down so you can take it all in…but if you scare easily, you might want to run….as we welcome you into this new world of Paranormal Cirque! Under this Clown Castle, the black and red big top tent, Acrobats of the Air, Illusionists, freaks, mysterious creatures and all the elements that make one think of a “normal” Circus but that of normal has very little! August 29 – September 8, 2025 @ Under the stunning White & Blue Big Top Tent, Cambridge Centre, 355 Hespeler Rd, Cambridge. Details
14. Guelph-Wellington
Aberfoyle Antique Market
The Aberfoyle Antique Market is a treasure trove for enthusiasts and collectors alike, housing over 75 permanent vendors and welcoming between 15 to 30 visiting dealers. Sunday | Open from 8 am to 4 pm @ 57 Brock Road South, Puslinch. Details
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15. Hamilton
Hamilton Labour Day Parade and Picnic
Join Hamilton and District Labour Council for the annual Labour Day Parade and Picnic. Live entertainment, food, beer tent, family & children’s activities! Monday, September 1, 2025
@ Bayfront Park, Hamilton.
Enjoy a CFL Match
Hamilton Tiger-Cats take on the Toronto Argonauts for the Labour Day Classic. Monday, September 1, 2025 | 2:30 PM @ Tim Hortons Field, Hamilton
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16. Halton Region
Canada’s Largest Ribfest
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Join for Ontario’s first and largest Ribfest, held always on the Labour Day weekend — August 29 – September 1, 2025. @ Spencer Smith Park, Burlington.
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Apple Picking
Chudleigh’s Farm grows over 22 varieties of apples that are available to be picked. There are over 47,500 trees across 60 acres in the orchard. Chudleigh’s Entertainment Farm, 9528 Regional Road 25, Halton Hills, Halton
Steam-Era
Steam-Era 2025 returns to Milton this Labour Day weekend, showcasing over 60 years of heritage machinery. Visitors can see steam-powered tractors, antique cars, heavy truck and tractor pulls, threshing demos, military vehicles, and miniature railroads. August 29 to September 1 @ Humes Auction farm, 9313 4th Line, Milton. Details
17. Peel Region
Mississauga Hong Kong Festival
Mississauga Hong Kong Festival will celebrate creativity, talent, and community through various cultural fusion activities. Visitors can also enjoy food from food trucks, fun games, and engaging performances suitable for all ages. August 30 to September 1 @ Paramount Fine Foods Centre Sportzone North, 5600 Rose Cherry Pl, Mississauga. Details
Taste the Best of Ontario Food Trucks
The Brampton Food Truck Festival will feature 20+ food trucks, cold drinks, live music and eating competitions and, as always, free admission. August 29 to 31 @ Chinguacousy Park, 9050 Bramalea Rd, Brampton
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18. York Region
Labour Day Long Weekend Fireworks
Canada’s Wonderland will present its spectacular fireworks display when the Park closes at 10:00 pm (weather permitting). Spend your day enjoying our 200 attractions, including 17 roller coasters and then settle in for an explosive fireworks display. Sunday, August 31 @ Canada’s Wonderland, 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
Fall Fun
Experience picking your apples, wagon rides, a corn maze, and more. @ Applewood Farm, 12416 McCowan Road, Stouffville
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19. Toronto
Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy
Enjoy non-stop, action-packed, fun-filled entertainment during Buskerfest! Comedians, escape artists, sword-swallowers, musicians, magicians, fire jugglers, acrobats, clowns and daredevils all come together for the largest fundraising event for Epilepsy Toronto. August 29 to September 1, 2025 @ Woodbine Park, 1590 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto.
Toronto Dragon Festival
The Toronto Dragon Festival will re-introduce the legend of the dragon, unfold a dynamic story of the dragon’s descendants, take over the stage by performing your favourite Kung Fu, traditional fashion show, acrobatics, and dance. August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. West, Toronto
Watch the Canadian International Air Show
Be astounded as aerial acrobatic jet teams soar over Lake Ontario on Labour Day. August 30 to September 1, 2025 @ Princes’ Boulevard, Toronto.
Labour Day Parade
Toronto’s Labour Day parade returns for 153rd-anniversary celebrations. Monday, September 1 @ Exhibition grounds.
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20. Durham Region
CTMP Labour Day Weekend Sprints
Bring your marker, autograph book, and camera and enjoy NASCAR Pinty’s Series racing in the penultimate round of Canada’s national stock car championship. August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, 3233 Concession Rd 10, Bowmanville.
Port Perry Fair
There is a children’s and adult fiddle contest, demonstrations of clogging and country and western entertainment at the annual Port Perry Fair. There are also popular events such as the Demolition Derby, Tractor Pull, Lumberjack Show, FMX Bike Show and the Extreme Rodeo and, of course, the midway. August 30 to September 1, 2025 @ 15835 Old Simcoe Rd, Port Perry
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Labour Day Picnic
Durham Region Labour Council‘s Labour Day event will feature live music, children’s entertainment, a jumping castle and face painting. There will be something for everyone to enjoy! Monday, September 1 @ Memorial Park Oshawa – 110 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa.
21. Simcoe County
Labour Day Parade
Enjoy some labour, family fun, music, games, and food: September 1, 11 to 2 pm @ Heritage Park, Barrie Waterfront.
Port of Orillia Pirate Party
Get your best pirate dress on and join for the annual Port of Orillia Pirate Party featuring live entertainment, a treasure hunt and even a few people walking the plank. August 29 to 31 @ Port of Orillia, 50 Centennial Drive, Orillia
AGORA: PATH OF LIGHT
AGORA is an unusual and magical space inspired by storytellers and cycles of life in nature. As participants walk this circular path, they will encounter a series of interactive lighting installations based on the five elements of air, space, earth, water and fire. Visit AGORA this season to uncover the stories that have grown from the land, and get passed down hand to hand through time. @ Blue Mountain
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Labour Day Long Weekend
Dive into family fun at Friday Harbour this long weekend. Shop the Promenade, enjoy live music and performances, explore the resort with recreation rentals, and celebrate with a special meal. August 29 to September 1 @ Friday Harbour Resort, 3999 Friday Dr., Innisfil
Memories of Summer Fireworks
Head to Wasaga Beach for the town’s annual event. Enjoy live family entertainment, games for all ages, live music and finish it off with a bang with our spectacular fireworks show. August 30 @ 17 Spruce St., Wasaga Beach.
22. Grey County
Desboro Fall Fair
The Desboro Fall Fair invites you to the 165th Fall Fair! The fair returns with a Parade, Antique Tractors, Cars & Snowmobiles, Homecraft Displays, a Field Crop Competition and more! August 29 & 30 @ Desboro Arena and Fairgrounds, 136205 Grey County Rd 40, Chatsworth
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22. Dufferin County
Orangeville Fall Fair
The Orangeville Fall Fair feature a midway, truck and tractor pulls, livestock shows, home craft exhibits and much more. August 29 to 31, 2025 @ 247090, 5 Sideroad, Mono.
Mono Cliffs Provincial Park
Get your visitor park in advance and walk through a canyon on the spillway trail or past 30 metre cliffs on the cliff top trail, and explore this park of over 1,300 acres that is home to many rare plants.
23. Bruce
Sauble Beach Party
Send summer off with a music party. Headliners include The Reklaws, Tyler Braden, and Drake Milligan, Brett Young, Brett Kissel Jason Blaine, Marianas Trench, Shawn Desman, and Classified, joined by Faber Drive. August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Sauble Speedway, 1095 Bruce Road 14 Rd, Hepworth
Salmon Spectacular Fishing Derby
Attend the last days of the Owen Sound Salmon Spectacular Fishing Derby by tasting at the Giant Fish Fry, enjoying the afternoon and evening entertainment, and attending the award presentation. Through August 31, 2025
Labour Day Weekend Fireworks
Stroll Port Elgin Beach – a sandy beach in a scenic town that is the perfect destination for a firework display on Labour Day Weekend. This annual tradition starts with a bandshell concert organized by theSaugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce. August 31, 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm @ Port Elgin Beach.
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Kincardine Fall Fair
The 2025 Kincardine Fall Fair theme is “Fields, Flannels, and Friends.” Activities for children include a petting farm, inflatables, pedal tractors, archery, clown and face painting and much much more. August 29 & 30 @ Connaught Park, 133 Broadway St., Kincardine
24. Muskoka
Sam Roberts Band
Enjoy a concert by the legendary Sam Roberts Band. August 29 & 30 @ 1012 Bala Falls Road, Bala.
Take a trip to Georgian Bay Islands National Park
Take the DayTripper, a water taxi, or visit in your own boat to the destination where adventure abounds! Located in the world’s largest freshwater archipelago, this park offers thousands of years of Indigenous history and a rich ecological diversity.
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Dorset Lookout Tower
Fall is almost here and you can enjoy its beautiful colours at the Dorset Lookout Tower in Algonquin Highlands. The tower is a 142-meter tall massive structure that overlooks the Lake of Bays.
Haliburton Sculpture Forest
Appreciate stunning masterpieces surrounded by nature at Haliburton Sculpture Forest. The sculpture collection includes works by Canadian and international artists, and there are thirty-four sculptures and six unique benches.
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26. Peterborough – Kawarthas
Handley Lumber KidsFest
Enjoy a weekend full of fun activities like Crazy Golf, Pool Noodle Olympics, Giant Bubbles, and hands-on stations such as Drumming, Tinkertoys, and Catapults. Scheduled events include live music, caricatures, dance performances, reptile encounters, pony rides, and interactive shows like “Be a Rock Star!” with Marky Monday. Don’t miss special appearances by Turtle Guardians, Washboard Hank, and a community campfire to wrap things up on Sunday. August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Maryboro Lodge Museum and Garnet Graham Park in Fenelon Falls
Kinmount Fair
The Kinmount Fair truly offers something for everyone, with agriculture and equestrian shows, live entertainment, the midway, Kiddyland, and more! August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Highway 503 & Reid St, Kinmount
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Labour Day picnic
Celebrate all workers for what they give to work, family, and their community at the event Lindsay & District Labour Council. August 31, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. @ Memorial Park, 367 Lindsay St. S., Lindsay
Labour Day BBQ
Peterborough & District Labour Council Labour Day celebrations include a concert with The Ilk, Storytime with Betty Baker, Face painting with Creative Christy and Stunt Ventriloquist Tim Holland. And of course, the BBQ with East Peterborough Lions at Nicholls Oval Park, 725 Armor Road, Peterborough, on Monday, September 1.
27. Northumberland
Salmon Run
The annual Salmon Run usually begins in mid-August. Ganaraska River which runs through Port Hope is one of the best places to watch silvery coho salmon and migratory brown trout jump up the fish ladder. Visit during Labour day weekend to enjoy the phenomenon without huge crowds.
Monarchs and Migrants Weekend
Celebrate fall butterfly and bird migration at Presqu’ile Provincial Park. Events for all ages from guided bird walks and monarch butterfly tagging to children’s programs and insect hunts! August 30 to 31 @ 328 Presqu’ile Parkway, Brighton
Hastings Medieval Festival
Immerse yourself in the Medieval Experience at this 3-day event celebrating sword fighting and entertainment. Diverse sword fighting styles take center stage at the main arena, with opportunities to converse at individual booths. Musicians and falconers provide continuous performances. Explore medieval vendors, family-friendly activities like Axe Throwing, Spear Throwing, and Archery. August 30 t0 September 1 @ 122 Dunlay Rd, Hastings
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28. Prince Edward County
Go on the Rednersville Road Art Tour
Enjoy spectacular views and gardens, and the homes and studios that are open on Labour Day Weekend that invite you in to view some incredible artwork. On the road, you can truly explore everything that the county offers. August 30 to September 1, 2025 @ Prince Edward County.
Ferry & a lookout
Perched above the Bay of Quinte, Lake on the Mountain is a captivating natural wonder just a short drive from Picton. This 1 sq km freshwater marvel, 60 meters above the bay, is shrouded in mystique. A Glenora Ferry ride complements the experience, part of Prince Edward County’s charm.
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29. Hastings
Quinte Exhibition
The 2025 Quinte Exhibition will be the event’s 200th time bringing fun and joy. The exhibition features Midway, Displays, Exhibits and other attractions. August 28 to 31, 2025 @ 240 Bridge St W, Belleville.
Tweed Stampede
The Tweed Stampede and Jamboree will feature all the great attractions you have come to expect. There is rodeo, Chainsaw carving competition, Truck and Tractor Pulls and more! This year the main stage will feature Tim Hicks, The Reklaws, Owen Riegling. August 29th to September 1st @ 15 Trudeau Ln, Tweed.
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30. Lennox Addington
Wynn Farms Fun
Enjoy a family fun weekend at the farm. Get lost in the corn maze and enjoy farm fun activities. @ 8191 Hwy 33, Conway
Scenic Drives
Lennox & Addington County offers an ideal touring experience for anyone seeking a day-long or extended excursion. Take the Shoreline Drive” and travel past cottages and campgrounds and along the shore of some of the best Walleye fishing in North America.
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Experience Escape St. Alban’s
Play an Escape game! Your task is to find the stolen loot from the Great Bath Bank Heist hidden in St. Alban’s Church 77 years ago. Can you find the long-lost money using the clues and puzzles? St. Alban’s Centre, Adolphustown, Greater Napanee
31. Frontenac & Kingston
Kingston Labour Day Caravan
The Kingston & District Labour Council is organizing Labour Day celebrations featuring BBQ, live music, children’s games, and more. Monday, September 1, 2025 @ Skeleton Park, Kingston.
Limestone City Car Classic
See classic cars, enjoy food, music and the beautiful grounds of the Park surrounded by Lake Ontario at this event organised by the Limestone City Car Club. Saturday, August 30 @ Lake Ontario Park, 920 King Street West, Kingston
Celebrate all things Garlic!
Explore this festival where garlic lovers gather! Over 40 vendors offer great food and munchies with a garlic flair will be offered at the Verona Lions Garlic Festival. August 30 @ Verona Lions Club facility, 4504 Verona Sand Road
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32. Leeds and Grenville
Merrickville Antique Artisan Show
The show has many antique & artisan dealers from Ontario and Quebec, and every place in between. They will show pine furniture, folk art, decorative items, glass, china, jewellery, books, old store items, collectibles, art glass, bottles, dolls, formal furniture, advertising, and 1000s more objects. August 30@ Merrickville Fairgrounds, 106 Read St. Merrickville
Stag & Dow
This Labour Day weekend, Mark Crawford’s Stag and Doe follows intertwining wedding-day disasters: a fundraiser gone wrong, a maid of honour with past heartbreak, a storm-toppled tent, and arrested caterers—all unfolding in one small-town community hall kitchen. @ 1000 Islands Playhouse, Gananoque
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33. Prescott & Russel
BROUE & CHEW ROAD TRIP
Embark on a road trip for a true local culinary adventure. Sample diverse, homegrown products crafted by artisans. Choose from routes like Gourmet, Brewers, and Pick Your Own to savour history, artisanal brews, and fresh produce. Complementary businesses also beckon, all celebrating the region’s delights.
Canada’s largest themed waterpark
Spend the last long weekend of summer cooling off at Calypso! Boasting 130 water-themed attractions, Calypso Park includes a 52-foot wave pool and 35 water slides.
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34. SDG Counties
Stormont County Fair
Have a fun-filled Labour Day Weekend at the annual Stormont County Fair. August 29 – September 1, 2025 @ 25 Fairground Dr, Newington.
Horse Lovers’ Weekend
Horse lovers will have reason to celebrate at Upper Canada Village’s Horse Lovers’ weekend. This festival showcases riding, driving, and working horses with the help of our Village Interpreters and a variety of community partners including Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride. August 30 to September 1, 2025 @Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd 2, Morrisburg
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35. Ottawa
Ottawa Serbian Festival
Each day will include a variety of kids’ activities, including a kids’ corner, arts and crafts tables, board games, and kids-only sports events.
Savouring Serbian specialties – You haven’t tasted anything quite like the Serbian version of BBQ, “raznjic”, there will be plenty of meat and vegetarian options and salads as well. For the sweet tooth, there will be homemade Serbian pastries, crepes and other Serbian delicacies. August 30 to September 1, 2025 @ St. Stefan Serbian Orthodox Church, 1989 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
North American Festival of Wales
Discover your Celtic roots at Ottawa’s most unique cultural celebration! The annual North American Festival of Wales, hosted by the Welsh North American Association, brings authentic Welsh culture to Ottawa with four days of music, food, and tradition. August 27 to 31, 2025 @ The Delta Hotel City Centre, 101 Lyon St. N, Ottawa
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36. Lanark County
Perth Fair
Perth and District Agricultural Society‘s annual fair features Demolition Derby, Tractor Pull, Lawn Mower Races, Children’s Activities. Midway and more! August 29 – September 1, 2025 @ Perth Fair Grounds, 50 Arthur St, Perth.
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Sundance Artisan Show
Sundance Studio Tour is a unique experience – loads of artists all in one location in Maberly, at the corner of County Rd 36 and Highway 7, on the lot along Fall River. August 30 to September 1 @ Fall River Restaurant, 21980 Highway 7, Maberly
37. Renfrew
Whitewater Rafting
Experience the great Canadian river trip – this is a travel-path forged by First Nations, traversed by fur traders since the 1600’s and fostered by foresters at the turn of the last century. @ 40 Owl Lane, Foresters Falls
Bonnechere Caves
Go underground to get out of the heat and to discover an incredible tunnel of paths carved out by water generations ago. You’ll learn about geology, the lives of bats, and your tolerance for small spaces. @ 1247 Fourth Chute Rd, Eganville
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38. Nipissing District
Powassan Fall Fair
The Powassan Agricultural Society presents The 128th Powassan Fall Fair featuring The Parade, Inflatables, , Musical entertainment and more! August 30 & 31 @ Powassan Agricultural Society Fairgrounds, 55 Fairview Ln, Powassan.
Callander Bay Sunset Cruises
Cruise into the northern vistas of Callander Bay, capped off by one of Lake Nipissing’s spectacular sunsets, returning to the glowing skyline of North Bay. @ Chief Commanda II, North Bay
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39. Parry Sound
Foley Fall Fair
This family-friendly down-to-earth fair run by the agricultural society features wrestling, a horse show, a thrift shop sale, children’s activities, games, and a talent contest. August 30 @ Foley Fair Grounds, District of Parry Sound
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40. Manitoulin Island
Go on a cycling tour
With 108 picturesque inland lakes, Manitoulin Island is a hot destination for cycling. On this cycling adventure, learn about the marine history of the island, view some indigenous art, visit art galleries, local shops, and snack on local eats.
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41. Sudbury
Sudbury Ribfest
Spend the Labour Day weekend sampling lip-smackin’ ribs and pulled-pork with friends and family while listening to live talent in Downtown Sudbury. August 29 to 31, 2025 @ Grace Hartman Amphitheatre, 900 Paris Street, Sudbury.
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Labour Day in the Park
Enjoy Children’s games, inflatables, food trucks at Sudbury and District Labour Council’s celebrations. Monday, September 1 @ Delki Dozzi Park, 3 Mary Street, Sudbury
42. Timiskaming
Hike Devil’s Rock Trail
At 600 feet tall, (300 feet above Lake Timiskaming), you won’t find a more impressive lookout in the area. Devil’s Rock isn’t just a great area to hike to and photograph- though it is great for that, too. Details
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43. Cochrane & Timmins
Hollinger Open Pit Lookout
Visit a real, active gold mine while enjoying 360-degree views of the Timmins area. Perched atop a scenic vantage point, the Newmont Lookout offers visitors a breathtaking panoramic view of the city’s landscape. Situated at an elevation that allows for sweeping vistas, this lookout provides a perfect vantage point to appreciate the natural beauty of Timmins and its surroundings.
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44. Algoma Country
Join in the Fall Fun at Harvest Fall Festival
The Harvest Festival in the Township of Jocelyn on St. Joseph Island features an Antique and Vehicle Display, food booths and vendors, games, alpacas, log sawing, King of the Moutain, antique tractor parade, children’s activities, train rides, live entertainment, face painting, scarecrow contest and more. August 3o @ Jocelyn Harvest Festival Grounds
Miss Marie Sault Lock Tours
Take a 2-hour day or evening Locks/waterfront boat cruise. Enjoy great views, a beautiful ride and amazing people on this one-of-a-kind experience in the Sault Ste. Marie. @ Roberta Bondar Waterfront Boardwalk, Sault Ste. Marie
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45. Thunder Bay – In & Around
Hymers Fall Fair
If you are near Thunder Bay, this truly classic Country Fair is the place to be to celebrate the incoming of Fall. View some of the biggest local pumpkins, horse and cattle shows, and enjoy the friendly community atmosphere. August 31 to September 1@ Hymers (Hwy 595)
Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival
The 60th Annual Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival is the longest-running festival on the north shore. Events include a slo-pitch tournament, giant penny auction, family and children’s fish derbies, entertainment, a 5 km run/walk, a parade, and a homecoming dance party. August 29 to September 1 @ Nipigon Community Centre, 138 Wadsworth Drive, Nipigon.
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46. Kenora, Dryden – In & Around
Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation Pow Wow
Enjoy traditional dancing, songs and food. August 29 to 31 @ Wabigoon Lake Band Reserve, Dryden
Red Lake Fall Classic
Register for the annual walleye fishing competition. August 29 to 31 @ Red Lake.
Mink Bay Trail
Mink Bay wetland is a beautiful area nestled in the west end of the City of Kenora. This trail system winds through the wetlands and boreal forests of Mink and Portage Bay.
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