Prepare for an adventure-filled holiday season in Owen Sound! Our guide features all the exciting festive activities. Whether you're rediscovering Owen Sound or experiencing it for the first time, this guide maximizes your festive fun.
This season, the enchanting First Light at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons invites visitors to step back in time and witness traditional holiday celebrations with illuminated landscapes and unique cultural experiences. Another highlight is the River Lights Winter Festival, where the waterfront sparkles with dazzling light displays that capture the essence of the season. And the Christmas Toy Bingo is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a fun-filled evening with chances to win toys for the holidays. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Owen Sound
- First Light at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons (Midland)
- River Lights Winter Festival (Various)
- Christmas Toy Bingo (Caledonia)
- Caledonia Breakfast With Santa (Caledonia)
- Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour (Penetanguishene)
- Hometown Harvest Festival at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons (Midland)
- Oktoberfest Beer & Food Pairing (Singhampton)
- Creepy Caledonia Ghost Tours (Caledonia)
- Spooky All Hallows' Eve (Keene)
- Cemetery Tours (Wellington)
See these and even more events listed below!
Owen Sound Holiday Light Displays
River Lights Winter Festival
What to Expect:
Spectacular light displays transforming Niagara Falls into a winter spectacle.
Description:
The River Lights Winter Festival transforms Niagara Falls into a vibrant display of twinkling lights and larger-than-life illuminations, featuring over 3 million lights and 75 spectacular displays along the Niagara Parkway, Dufferin Islands, and across the city's tourism districts.
Where: Various | More Info: River Lights Winter Festival
Owen Sound Holiday Markets and Shopping
Cobble Beach Fall Artisan Market
What to Expect:
Local artisans and small businesses showcase their wares.
Description:
The Cobble Beach Fall Artisan Market offers an array of unique finds from local vendors and artists, celebrating the season with a variety of offerings. Sweetwater Restaurant will be open, providing a cozy autumn meal.
Where: Kemble | More Info: Cobble Beach Fall Artisan Market
Owen Sound Holiday Shows and Entertainment
First Light at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
What to Expect:
Immersive candlelit experience with historical activities and live music.
Description:
First Light at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is an award-winning holiday event featuring live musical performances, historical demonstrations, and an extensive artisan market amidst the glow of thousands of candles.
Where: Midland | More Info: First Light at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
A NIGHT AT THE GRAND GHOUL OPRY @ The BVP
What to Expect:
Immersive Halloween concert with classic monsters.
Description:
Join Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, the Wolf Man, and the Mummy as they reimagine classic country and rock songs in a spooky Halloween spectacle. The Grand Ghoul Opry features ghostly trios, guitar-playing villains, a live undead band, special guests, and more. The event includes a costume contest, adult trick or treating, themed drinks, and a haunted house pre-show.
Where: Bancroft | More Info: A NIGHT AT THE GRAND GHOUL OPRY @ The BVP
DAN MANGAN - ELSEWHERE SOLO TOUR @ The BVP
What to Expect:
Intimate solo performance by a renowned musician.
Description:
Dan Mangan, a two-time JUNO award-winning and three-time Polaris Music Prize listed musician and songwriter, brings his soulful and eclectic sound to the Bancroft Village Playhouse. His extensive touring experience and collaborations with global musicians make this performance a unique blend of folk and contemporary music.
Where: Bancroft | More Info: DAN MANGAN - ELSEWHERE SOLO TOUR @ The BVP
The Roxy Presents: Jason Cyrus Hypnosis Show
What to Expect:
Interactive hypnosis show with haze and strobe lighting.
Description:
Witness Jason Cyrus, a renowned stage hypnotist, as he mesmerizes audiences with his dynamic and hilarious hypnosis show. Expect high energy, non-stop laughter, and unforgettable moments as participants become talented musicians and hilarious dancers.
Where: Owen Sound | More Info: The Roxy Presents: Jason Cyrus Hypnosis Show
Owen Sound Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Toy Bingo
What to Expect:
Unique bingo event with high-value toy prizes.
Description:
Join the Caledonia Agricultural Society and Mary Poppins Cooperative Preschool for a wildly fun fundraiser featuring 10 games of bingo with prizes including an Xbox Series X, Kids Ride-On Vehicle, and Barbie Dream House. Each ticket includes 3 cards, and extra cards and raffle tickets are available for purchase. Specialty beverages are available at the bar.
Where: Caledonia | More Info: Christmas Toy Bingo
Caledonia Breakfast With Santa
What to Expect:
Freshly prepared breakfast with Santa visit and photo-op.
Description:
Join us for a delicious eat-in breakfast in support of Senior Support Services and the Caledonia Agricultural Society, featuring Santa Claus. Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast with options for adults and children, and take part in a special visit and photo-op with Santa.
Where: Caledonia | More Info: Caledonia Breakfast With Santa
Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour
What to Expect:
Immersive outdoor Halloween display with thousands of hand-carved pumpkins.
Description:
At Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour, over 5,000 artificial hand-carved pumpkins, lights, music, and activities transform the site into a spooky Halloween experience. Explore Grim Reaper’s Grove, Scarecrow Alley, and the Macabre Mansion, and enjoy roving buskers and special effects.
Where: Penetanguishene | More Info: Pumpkinferno at Discovery Harbour
Hometown Harvest Festival at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
What to Expect:
Family-friendly harvest festival with local artisans and heritage animals.
Description:
Celebrate the abundance of the fall season at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons with take-home crafts, live music, and family-friendly activities. Meet heritage animals, support local artisans, and participate in harvest-themed contests.
Where: Midland | More Info: Hometown Harvest Festival at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
Oktoberfest Beer & Food Pairing
What to Expect:
Unique beer and food pairings with Creemore Springs Brewery.
Description:
Join Creemore Springs Brewery and Drew Main, Prudhomme Master Beer Sommelier, for an Oktoberfest beer and food pairing at Singhampton Community Centre. Enjoy several beer samples, pretzels, and sausage in a traditional Oktoberfest setting.
Where: Singhampton | More Info: Oktoberfest Beer & Food Pairing
Creepy Caledonia Ghost Tours
What to Expect:
Lantern-lit walking tour with local ghost stories and legends.
Description:
Join a lantern-lit walking tour of historic Caledonia, featuring local ghost stories, legends, and folklore. This unique historical tour is great for all ages, offering insights into Caledonia's interesting and ghostly history.
Where: Caledonia | More Info: Creepy Caledonia Ghost Tours
Cemetery Tours
What to Expect:
Spooky storytelling tour of a historic cemetery.
Description:
Explore the darker side of Wellington County history with a guided tour through the Poor House Cemetery, where over 200 people were laid to rest. Hear unsettling stories about the lives of those who called this place home.
Where: Wellington | More Info: Cemetery Tours
Spooky All Hallows' Eve
What to Expect:
Historical Halloween event with fortune telling and tractor rides.
Description:
Explore the origins of Halloween traditions at Lang Pioneer Village, featuring spooky scenes, fortune telling, and tractor rides.
Where: Keene | More Info: Spooky All Hallows' Eve
Trick or Treat at PMV
What to Expect:
Interactive Halloween activities in a historic village.
Description:
Trick or Treat at PMV offers Halloween-themed activities and a chance to learn about past celebrations in a historic village setting.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Trick or Treat at PMV
Ghost Walk at Pickering Museum
What to Expect:
Paranormal-themed tour with historical insights.
Description:
The Ghost Walk at Pickering Museum is a spine-tingling tour that leads visitors through the village by lantern-light, sharing paranormal investigations, infamous staff stories, and uncovering tragedies from Pickering's past.
Where: Pickering | More Info: Ghost Walk at Pickering Museum
Thornbury Turkey Trot
What to Expect:
Family-friendly Thanksgiving weekend run/walk with various distance options and community support.
Description:
The Thornbury Turkey Trot is a family-friendly run/walk event held on Thanksgiving weekend, featuring 21K, 10K, 5K, and 1K free kids' runs. Participants enjoy custom run caps, chip timing, and custom race medals, along with prizes and swag. The event supports the Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary Club and includes a DJ, free parking, and indoor post-race food.
Where: Thornbury | More Info: Thornbury Turkey Trot
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