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Things to Do This Weekend in and Around London

A list of 10 things to do in London including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, sports, and exhibitions.

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21 Horror Movies & Shows Filmed Across Canada to Watch This Halloween

From Vancouver’s rain-soaked streets to Ontario’s forests and Newfoundland’s fishing villages, Canada has provided the setting for some seriously creepy movies and television shows. Some of the… Read more »

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CPKC Holiday Train Ontario Schedule 2026 – When and Where to See the Festively Lit Train

The Holiday Train will return to the rails in Ontario starting November 19. Two decorated trains will make the festive journey, travelling through the U.S. and Canada… Read more »

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Lotto Max Jackpot Reaches Record $90 Million for Friday’s Draw, With $108 Million in Prizes Up for Grabs

Canada’s Lotto Max jackpot has reached a new milestone, with a record-breaking $90 million grand prize available in the next draw on Friday, October 16, 2026. It… Read more »

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These Ontario Communities Won’t Turn Their Clocks Back on November 1

Residents of Kenora and other parts of northwestern Ontario could skip the annual ritual of turning their clocks back this November. The Ontario government announced on October… Read more »

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Bala Cranberry Festival Returns This Weekend: What to See, Eat and Do in Muskoka

For one weekend in October, the Muskoka town of Bala becomes a celebration of cranberries. There are cranberry crêpes to try, fresh berries to take home, artisan… Read more »

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2026 Thanksgiving Weekend in Ontario – Festivals & Fall Activities Worth the Trip

From Halloween haunts to glowing pumpkins and Fall fairs, there are plenty of fun and fabulous activities to do with your family and friends on the Thanksgiving weekend. Here is a list of 80+ things to do this Thanksgiving weekend across Ontario.

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A Vegas-Inspired Wedding Chapel is Opening in Prince Edward County

Couples will soon be able to get legally married on Wellington Main Street in as little as 30 minutes, surrounded by pink velvet, disco balls, vintage florals… Read more »

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More Than Giant Pumpkins: What to See, Eat, and Do at Port Elgin Pumpkinfest 2026

One of Ontario’s famous fall festivals, Port Elgin Pumpkinfest, is returning this weekend for its 41st edition. A pumpkin weighing close to 2,000 pounds is difficult to… Read more »

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This Windsor Haunted House Serves a Multi-Course Dinner With Live Horror

A haunted house where you can sit down for a multi-course dinner in the middle of the experience gives Scarehouse Windsor a different proposition from the usual… Read more »

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Ontario Wait Times Increased for 8 of 12 Procedures Despite Growth in For-Profit Care: Report

Ontario has significantly expanded the use of for-profit clinics for surgeries and medical imaging, but a new study says the shift has not delivered the shorter waits… Read more »

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What Wasaga Beach Could Look Like as It Plans to Become a World-Class, Year-Round Waterfront Destination

Wasaga Beach is looking beyond its familiar role as an Ontario summer getaway. The Town has unveiled the Destination Wasaga Master Plan, a long-term proposal to turn… Read more »

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Ontario’s Fear Farm Returns Sept 26 This Halloween With Terrifying Haunts and Campfire Nights

Fear Farm is returning to Bright, Ontario, for its 2026 season from September 26 to October 31, bringing back a full lineup of haunted attractions, live entertainment,… Read more »

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Cranberry Harvest: 2026 Season at Ontario’s Famous Cranberry Marsh in Muskoka Begins Sept 26

Fall is around the corner, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Ontario, from Salmon Run and Pumpkinfernos to watching the marvellous fall colours of sugar… Read more »

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Brockville to London: Explore Unique Attractions and Historic Sites in 5 Ontario Regions from Sept 18 to 20

You can visit Banting House National Historic Site of Canada, Nancy Island Historic Site, and many other museums and historic sites for free this weekend. Every April… Read more »

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Doors Open London 2026 Celebrates 25 Years Sept 19 & 20 With Free Tours, Admission & More

London is opening the doors to some of its most fascinating buildings, museums, cultural spaces and historic landmarks when Doors Open London returns September 19 and 20,… Read more »

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Raptors, Hikes and Live Bird Shows: Experience Fall Migration at Festival of Hawks – 2026

The highly anticipated 2026 Festival of Hawks is all set to return to Holiday Beach Conservation Area in Amherstburg this weekend. The festival, which kicks off at… Read more »

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From Wizard Academy to Fireworks: What to See & Do at Amherstburg Uncommon 2026

Expect the unexpected at the outrageous festival, Amherstburg Uncommon in Southwest Ontario. Get ready to embark on a whimsical journey from September 18th to 20th as the… Read more »

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Doors Open 2026: Explore Peterborough & Kawartha Lakes For Free This Weekend

Doors Open Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes will once again open the doors to historic landmarks, cultural centres, and hidden gems across the region. The program is part… Read more »

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Western Fair 2026: What to See & Do as Concerts, Motorsports and Thrills Take Over London

The Western Fair returns to London from September 11 to 20, 2026, for its 149th edition, with 10 days of midway rides, live music, agricultural exhibits, animals,… Read more »

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Canada’s Employment Falls by 42,000 Despite Manufacturing Gains

Canada’s labour market lost some ground in August, with employment falling by 42,000, or 0.2%, according to Statistics Canada’s latest Labour Force Survey. The employment rate slipped… Read more »

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Salt and Harvest Festival 2026: Celebrate Goderich’s Underground Salt Legacy at This Labour Day Weekend Festival

The picturesque town of Goderich, home to the world’s largest underground salt mine, is set to host the expansive Goderich Salt and Harvest Festival. Founded in 1959… Read more »

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Festival of Fountains 2026: Enchanted Nights of Dancing Waters Return to Ontario’s Whistling Gardens This Month

The Whistling Gardens‘ popular Festival of Fountains returns for its fifth year.   Head to the garden for an enchanting night of magical fountains and gardens that dance to… Read more »

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Whole Foods Market Products Recalled in Ontario Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

If you shop at Whole Foods Market in Ontario, you may want to check your fridge. A recall has been issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency… Read more »