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Things to do this Labour Day Long Weekend in Guelph
Friday, September 4 – Monday, September 7, 2026
Labour Day long weekend events & activities including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, exhibitions and more. Few weekday and online events are also listed.
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Things to Do this Labour Day Weekend in Kitchener – Waterloo Region
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
GDLC Labour Day Picnic
Join J4W Guelph at the Guelph & District Labour Council Labour Day picnic. There will be live music, food for purchase, and children’s activities. Come meet community activists and local union representatives. Details
Monday, September 07, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Riverside Park – Large Red Pavilion, 709 Woolwich Street, Guelph
Free
Have fun at Emerald Lake Water Park
Experience a day of water fun at the five-acre pollution-free, spring-fed quarry lake. The water slide, all playgrounds, splash pad, kiddies pool, and sprinkler mushroom, 5-acre spring-fed quarry with hi and low diving boards (from cliff area) are open. Details
Daily, until Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Emerald Lake Water Park, 7248 Gore Rd. Puslinch
Weekdays: $25 + tax; Weekends $30+ tax, Seniors $15; Ages 3 & under are free
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South Simcoe Railway Scenic Excursions
Take in a scenic journey through the Beeton Creek Valley, in classic 1920s passenger coaches pulled by one of our historic locomotives. Details
September 6 – 7, 2026 | 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 3:00 PM
South Simcoe Railway, Mill Street West, Tottenham
$9 to $18
Go Apple Picking
Delicious apples are ready to pick. Check out these farms for some great options.
For more options, see Places to Go For Apple Picking in Greater Toronto Area & Hamilton
Do call the farms to confirm their hours before starting
Fun Summer in Guelph
There are plenty of activities within Wellington County. Check out some of the activities and have a fabulous time before school reopens.
50 Things to Do in Guelph – Wellington This Summer
Lazy River Floating or Tubing
There are various options in and around Guelph-Wellington for scenic lazy river-tubing. Experience one of them as you explore low-flowing rivers that are safe and surrounded by some of the province’s best examples of nature this labour day weekend.
Sunflower Fields and Mazes in Ontario
A visit to a sunflower farm is surely a cause for a smile, photo ops, and plenty of sunshine. Walk on a path through a sea of yellow flowers and purchase a specialty product from a store on-site to commemorate your summer experience. In Ontario, these flowers bloom for about two weeks only from early to late August/early September. Details
If you are going just for sunflowers, do call the farm to know more about the bloom condition.
Corn Mazes in Ontario
Get lost at world-famous corn mazes or at the one nearest to you for a memorable experience with the family or your bestie. Most of these farms also have a whole bunch of other great activities so you can enjoy the entire day picking pumpkins, milking goats, cuddling bunnies and so much more! Details
II. Live Music/Theatre/Performing Arts
Abbamania – Abba Tribute
Summer Cider Nights at the farm presents Abbamania performing live on The Porch! If you’re looking for an excuse to reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music there has ever been, then Abbamania is for you! Spend the night singing and dancing under the stars to some of ABBA’s greatest hits. Details
Septemebr 4 – 5, 2026 | 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM
Chudleigh’s, 9528 Regional Road 25, Halton Hills
$26.25 – $35
Cinema in the City: Cars
Cinema in the City returns to the heart of the City in Market Square. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and snacks to enjoy free family-friendly movies starting at dusk. Details
Friday, September 4, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Market Square, 1 Carden Street, Guelph
The Best of Neil Diamond & Tom Jones
Get ready for an unforgettable night of legendary hits, and experience the timeless music of Neil Diamond and Tom Jones! Join us for a night of incredible music, great energy, and summer fun under the stars at Chudleigh’s. Details
Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Chudleigh’s, 9528 Regional Road 25, Halton Hills
$20.25 – $27
Drive-in Movies
Spend an enjoyable time with family watching a movie under the stars.
For more ideas see, Check out the Drive-In Theatres in Ontario
Various dates
III. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Guelph Lake 2 Triathlon
Cap off the season on the Labour Day long weekend! The sprint distance features a 750m Swim, 30km Bike, and a 7km Run that never leaves the park! The Try-A-Tri features a 375m Swim, 10km Bike, 2.5km Run and is one of the most popular of its kind. Duathlon, Relay and Swim/Bike options are available as well!! Details
Saturday, September 5, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Guelph Lake Conservation Area, 7743 Conservation Rd, Guelph
Varies
Tea in the Garden
Enjoy tea, scones and a bottomless pot of tea in the backyard gardens at McCrae House National Historic Site. Under large pine trees, experience McCrae Private blend tea or our Town Garden blend served with scones, whipped cream, berries and other sweet treats. Details
September 3 – 5, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
McCrae House, 108 Water Street, Guelph
$24.86
Handmade Outdoor Summer Series!
Visit us for our SUMMER SERIES – every Saturday in August & September from 10 am – 4 pm!! Details
Saturday, September 5, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Royal City Park, 139 Gordon Street, Guelph
Free
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. Details
Sunday| 8 am to 4 pm
57 Brock Road South, Puslinch
$5 per adult
Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas
Parks and pathways, Provincial parks and conservation reserves are great places to enjoy some time with nature.
To enjoy panoramic views of Guelph and surrounding areas, hike the trails at Starkey Hill.
Gorgeous views of the Grand River can be enjoyed from the Templin Gardens.
Trek the trails at the Rockwood Conservation Area to enjoy its natural wonders.
Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
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Guelph Farmers Market
One of Guelph’s oldest and well-loved community spaces offers fresh local food, artisanal products and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere year-round. Guelph Farmers’ Market continues a tradition of pride and community-building supporting the local economy, sustainability and entrepreneurship. Details
Saturdays, year-round | 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Thursdays, spring to fall | 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
2 Gordon Street, Guelph
Free
Maawnjidyang Maa – We come together here
What does it mean to be “here” in Guelph, where the Speed and Eramosa rivers meet? How do we engage in this place with all our relations— past, present, and future?
This exhibition, within the museum and at sites around the city, invites us to re-story Guelph through Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee ways of knowing. These stories help connect us to the lands, waters, and communities, who have always been, and always will be, here. Details
March 14, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph
Regular admission
Where The Rivers Meet
Where The Rivers Meet is a display within the City Gallery that centers the Original Peoples who have been on this land since time immemorial. It includes information about migration, land relationship, treaties, impacts of colonization, and past and present-day perspectives. The display also considers the founding story of Guelph within the context of a longer history lens. Details
on until December 31, 2026
Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk Street, Guelph
Regular admission
Go Fishing
You can cast a line and reel in that big catch at Ontario Provincial Parks. However, please obey any fishing location restrictions in the park.
Lake Belwood Conservation Area is an excellent choice for any looking to enjoy swimming, boating, or fishing.
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there may be typographical/oversight errors or events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned event Websites/officials.
