October fall festivals, fairs, leaf colour changes and events are often centered around family fun in resort destinations north of
Toronto. There are many free events with Doors Open Ontario 2009, through the fall months. Ontario Fall
vacation getaways can be combined with one of the many events or festivals. Visitors will be entertained and educated with many of the exciting
Ontario travel events at attractions, farmers' markets and outdoor venues at waterfront parks and Ontario towns
and cities fall fairs, or Studio Arts Tours.
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October 3rd to 25th 2009
"Changing Colours" Art Show and Sale. Saturday, October 3 to Sunday, October 15. MEAFORD HALL. Presented by the Meaford Creative Arts
Association. OPENING RECEPTION; SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2009 2:00 - 4:00 P.M. For the weekend of October 3 and 4th, the Gallery hours are 10:00 - 4:00
p.m. For all other gallery hours contact Meaford Hall 1-877-538-0463.
Web Site Click Here
The Ottawa International Animation Festival
October 14 to 18th
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is the largest of its kind in North America, attracting film buffs, art lovers, filmmakers, and
cartoon fans from around the world to the nation's capital. Web Site Click Here
Barrie Film Festival
Barrie
October 16-25, 2009
11th Annual Festival. A 10 day event featuring over 20 films from around the world, Special Guests, Director's Brunch, Galas, Short Film and Video
Competition Web Site Click Here
Celebrations & Festivals
Haunted Harbour – Evenings
Discovery Harbour
Penetanguishene, Ontario
October 27 and October 28
Stroll the spooky candlelit paths and peer into historic buildings to see what awaits! Web Site Click Here
Haunted Harbour
Evenings October 28-29, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Discovery Harbour, Penetanguishene. Admission just $3.00 person with a non-perishable food donation
for local foodbank, children ages 5 and under are free. Info: (705) 526-7838 www.discoveryharbour.on.ca
“Haunted Harbour” will be a fun (and spooky!) evening at Discovery Harbour, where all manner of characters and creatures
will take root at the historic site. Stroll the ghostly historic properties along candlelit paths, and peer into the historic buildings to see what
awaits.
Algoma Fall Festival: Rendezvous
Sault Ste. Marie
September 23 – October 4, 2009
Two week long event begining with school tours and ending with a three day event celebrating the life of the voyaguers during the fur trade in Northern
Ontario. Web Site Click Here
Fort Fright Festival of Fear!
Kingston –Fort Henry
September 25 – November 7, 2009
Our scare attraction comes alive Tuesday - Saturday Evenings after dark... our ghouls come to life after the sun goes down! Web Site Click Here
Thunder Bay Pumpkinfest
Thunder Bay
September 26- October 31, 2009
Tons of Pumpkins, 'BOO' Barn, Pumpkin Catapult, 7 Mazes, Pumpkin Train, Pumpkin Slingshots, Pumpkin Pie. Family Fun! Web Site Click Here
Trent Hills Flavour Break
Campbellford
October 1 –24, 2009
Experience the unique flavours of Trent Hills - chocolate, cheese, beer, bison and more. View the beauty of autumn on this self-guided driving tour
of 14 locations. Web Site Click Here
Fall Rhapsody
Ottawa/Hull
October 2-18, 2009
A colourful whirlwind of activities in Gatineau Park. This experience for your senses will transport you to a world of colours and nature. Activities,
music, exhibitions and more Web Site Click Here
FestivASIA
Ottawa
October 2-4, 2009
Celebrate Ontario. Various activities, a performing Asian parade, side walk sales plus visiting artists from China Web Site Click Here
5th Annual Kawartha Farmfest
Lindsay
October 3-4, 2009
Country weekend driving tour of farm attractions in the Kawartha Lakes. Enjoy the autumn colours and the countryside with rural farm attractions. Web Site Click Here
Amish Tours
Milverton
October 3-31, 2009
Step back in time and experience Amish Heritage in Perth County. Some Amish people will be opening their homes and businesses Web Site Click Here
APPLEFEST
Keene
October 4, 2009
Lang's yearly tribute to the apple. Enjoy freshly baked apple treats, mulled apple cider, cider pressing, threshing demonstrations, free horse drawn
wagon rides and live entertainment. Web Site Click Here
Moveable Feast
Elora
October 9, 2009
A progressive dinner that features a multi-course dining experience served at different restaurants. Diners will be led from location to location
by costumed actors Web Site Click Here
Elora
October 12, 2009
Chefs face off with their original soup creations. Ticket price includes the purchase of an Empty Bowl along with the opportunity to taste all of
the competing soups and a vote Web Site Click Here
The Ottawa International Animation Festival
October 14 to 18th
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is the largest of its kind in North America, attracting film buffs, art lovers, filmmakers, and
cartoon fans from around the world to the nation's capital. Web Site Click Here
Barrie Film Festival
Barrie
October 16-25, 2009
11th Annual Festival. A 10 day event featuring over 20 films from around the world, Special Guests, Director's Brunch, Galas, Short Film and Video
Competition Web Site Click Here
The Museum Celebrates Pumpkin Fest
Wellington
October 17, 2009
Meet at the museum to visit the artisan's court, a fantastic silent auction, and heritage games for youngsters! Wagon rides available too! Web Site Click Here
Thunder Bay Haunted Corn Field
Thunder Bay
October 23 –31, 2009
Dare to be Scared! 'High Startle! NO GORE!' The nightmare lasts about 1 hour! How fast can you run? Daring souls under 18 must come with a brave
adult 21 or over! Web Site Click Here
Annual Harvest Tour
Midland
October 24-25, 2009
Come & enjoy the Annual Harvest Tour! Web Site Click Here
Great Pumpkin Trail
Huntsville
October 31, 2009
Trick or treaters follow the lit footpaths to decorated pioneer buildings where they receive their treats. All this in a vehicle free environment. Web Site Click Here
Fleming
College - Haliburton School of The Arts
Join Us in the Great Hall, this Thursday for our annual Pumpkin Carving and Costume Contest! Sign up your pumpkin carving team outside the bookstore,
and get ready to create your collaborative Halloween masterpiece! Free pizza lunch is provided by
Charitable Golf Tournament
Crafts, Arts & Antique Shows
Thanksgiving Harvest Festival and Arts and Crafts Show and Sale
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
Midland, Ontario
October 9 and 10, 2010
Enjoy seasonal displays, pumpkin decorating, and over 40 outstanding artisans and crafters. Web Site Click Here
Ethnic & Historic
Fall Studio and Arts Tours
Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour
Friday, October 9 – Monday, October 12, 2009
Open 10 am to 5 pm daily (Free Admission)
Barrie, Orillia and Ontario’s Lake Country
Enjoy a weekend of art and fall colour in one of Ontario’s most picturesque regions! This highly acclaimed self-guided
tour takes you to the studios of some of Canada’s finest artists and craftspeople. This year’s 26th annual tour features over 40 artists
at 25 unique studio stops. You’ll find an amazing selection of paintings, pottery, textiles, metal, glass and stone sculpture, photography,
woodcraft, jewellery, basketry, clothing and even designer Teddy Bears. Don’t miss this popular Thanksgiving tradition. You’ll discover
exceptional art, one-of-a-kind shopping and beautiful fall colours. For tour map and information about the artists, visit www.images-studio-tour.com
or call 705-728-3691.
2009 ImagesThanksgiving Studio Tour
BARRIE/ORILLIA/LAKE COUNTRY
Friday, October 9 – Monday, October 12, 2009
Open 10 am to 5 pm daily (Free Admission 10 am to 5 pm daily
This highly acclaimed self-guided tour takes you to the studios of some of Canada's finest artists and craftspeople. Celebrating 25 years of artistic
spirit, this year's tour features over 40 artists at 24 unique studio stops. You'll find an amazing selection of paintings, pottery, textiles, metal
and glass, photography, woodcraft, jewellery, basketry, clothing and accessories – from fine art and sculpture to home décor and fashion to funky
and fun! Don't miss this popular Thanksgiving tradition. You'll discover exceptional art, one-of-a-kind shopping and beautiful fall colours. For
tour map and information about the artists, visit http://www.images-studio-tour.com
or call 705-835-6213
Annual Haliburton County Studio Tour 2009
Haliburton County
October 3-4, 2009 Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
October 10-11, 2009 Thanksgiving Weekend 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit the studios of Haliburton County's artists and craftspeople while enjoying the autumn colours of the Highlands. Visit each studio and experience
the creative process. Talk to the artist or watch demonstrations. An abundance of hand. Web Site Click Here
Madawaska Valley Annual Madawaska Studio Tour
October 3-4, 2009
Discover the Artists, towns and villages of Combermere, Barry's Bay, Brudenell, Rockingham, Wilno, Purdy Web
Site Click Here
Tweed and Area Studio Tour
October 3-4, 2009
Enjoy our fine array of oil, watercolour and acrylic painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, fibre arts, basket making, pottery, glass, woodworking
and Santas. Location: Tweed, Ontario Phone: (613) 478-5587 E-mail: linda.noble@sympatico.caWeb
Site Click Here
Get on your "High Horse": It’s Autumn in the Hills!
Head to the Hills of Headwaters for the Headwaters Stable Tour on October 3 & 4 .
Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Ontario’s finest equine stables. Just hop in your car. Web
Site Click Here
Family Fun Days
Tim Murton's Twilight Zoo
7 Mill Street East
Elora
October 8th to 31st, 2009
LIGHT UP THE DARK SIDE AT
TIM MURTON'S TWILIGHT ZOO
Its a Halloween Lantern show where all kinds of eerie wire and paper sculptures light up the river bank.
Tim Murtons TWILIGHT ZOO will be active during the last three weeks in October from Thursdays - Sundays from the 8th -21 then everyday of the week
until and including October 31st! Web Site Click Here
Thunder Bay Pumpkinfest
Thunder Bay
September 26- October 31, 2009
Tons of Pumpkins, 'BOO' Barn, Pumpkin Catapult, 7 Mazes, Pumpkin Train, Pumpkin Slingshots, Pumpkin Pie. Family Fun! Web Site Click Here
The Museum Celebrates Pumpkin Fest
Wellington
October 17, 2009
Meet at the museum to visit the artisan's court, a fantastic silent auction, and heritage games for youngsters! Wagon rides available too! Web Site Click Here
Great Pumpkin Trail
Huntsville
October 31, 2009
Trick or treaters follow the lit footpaths to decorated pioneer buildings where they receive their treats. All this in a vehicle free environment. Web Site Click Here
Farmers Markets
Barrie Farmer’s Market
Barrie City Hall, Mulcaster and Collier Streets
Saturday s All Year Web site click here
Owen Sound & District Farmer’s Market
Located at 110-8th Street East, beside City Hall
Saturdays All Year Web site click here
Cobourg Farmers' Market
May 6 to Dec 16,
Come and check out our Saturday Farmers Market! There will be home baked desserts, vegetables, crafts, sausages, flowers, plants and much more! Web Site Click Here
Sat. Aug. 15, at the Newmarket Farmers’ Market, Doug Duncan Dr.
(Water St. & Timothy St.) 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cooking demonstrations, live entertainment and garlic vendors. CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED
BY AN ADULT AT ALL EVENTS-
FOR DETAILS ABOUT SUMMER SPECIAL EVENTS CALL THE TOWN OF NEWMARKET
905-895-5193 or www.newmarket.ca ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Orillia
October 16-18, 2009
Various Jazz & Blues entertainment at a variety of venues throughout Orillia Web Site Click Here
Nature
Pooches and Passions
Get on your "High Horse": It’s Autumn in the Hills!
Head to the Hills of Headwaters for the Headwaters Stable Tour on October 3 & 4 .
Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of Ontario’s finest equine stables. Just hop in your car. Web
Site Click Here
Sporting
3 Man Scramble Golf Event
Sudbury
October 4, 2009
3 Man Scramble. Maximum handicap per threesome 33 Web Site Click Here
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