Events & Happenings
From live music to farmer’s markets to delicious food festivals, there is always something happening in Lanark County.
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Discover where maple magic happens this spring! Maple Weekend returns to Lanark & District on April 4–5, 2026, celebrating 10 sweet years of welcoming visitors into local sugarbushes.
From sap collection to syrup tasting, pancake breakfasts to taffy on snow, Maple Weekend is your chance to experience the sweetest time of the year, firsthand.
Check out this year’s participating sugarbushes and start planning your self-guided maple tour!
📍Various locations across Lanark & District
🗓 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
💵 FREE!
🗺️ Plan your visit: www.ontariomaple.com/lanarkdistrict
Spring Event Roundup - April Edition!
From maple traditions to art tours, markets, and outdoor adventures, April is one of the most exciting times to explore the county. Here’s what’s happening:
🍁 Maple Weekend (April 4-5)
Visit participating sugarbushes across Lanark County for tours, tastings, demonstrations, and all things sweet. A perfect family outing to celebrate our maple heritage.
🖼️ The Maple Run Art Tour (April 4-5)
Explore studios, galleries, and heritage buildings throughout Mississippi Mills. Meet local artists, discover unique works, and enjoy a scenic spring drive between stops.
🎉 Festival of the Maples (April 25 )
A beloved Lanark County tradition featuring vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, kids’ activities, and a full celebration of the maple season.
🐰 Easter Eggspress (April 4-5)
Hop aboard this family‑friendly railroad adventure featuring themed activities, treats, and springtime fun.
🥚 Perth Easter Egg Hunt (April 4)
A beloved community tradition with colourful eggs, prizes, and excitement for little ones.
🍽️ Perth‑a‑licious (April 8-22)
A culinary celebration showcasing special prix‑fixe menus at Perth’s restaurants — the perfect excuse to dine local and try something new.
Find even more events on our calendar: https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/activities-calendar/
Spring is coming in Lanark County, and we want to see the season through your eyes. From bike rides and maple season magic to wildlife sightings and family adventures, show us what makes spring in Lanark County unforgettable and you could win!
🌷 How to Enter:
- Snap a spring photo taken anywhere in Lanark County
- Post it on your social media
- Tag @LanarkCountyTourism and use #VisitLanarkCounty and #LanarkSpring2026
- You can also enter using the form on our website at www.lanarkcounty.ca/photocontest
🎁 Prizes:
Three entries will be chosen to win a $50 gift card to a Lanark County business of your choice.
📅 Deadline: May 31, 2026
Let the colours, sunshine, and creativity flow. We can’t wait to see your springtime moments.
Snow brings a layer of quiet to the countryside.
📷Sevak Manjikian
📍Clydesville
Who said winter isn`t colourful?
📷Pamela Weston
📍Long Lake
Find your perfect winter getaway in Lanark County!
https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/discover-lanark-county/plan-your-visit/stories/fall-for-winter-cozy-getaways-in-lanark-county/
Try something delicious in Lanark County today. From bakeries to breweries, from pizza to pretzels, and everything else you can imagine, the County is full of delicious spots to grab a bite. Tag your favorite local spot in the comments.
📍Coutts Coffee Roastery & Cafe
📷CatWood Photography
It`s almost maple syrup time in the Maple Syrup Capital of Ontario. Maple syrup collection season typically runs from late February to early April, but varies depending on the weather. It`s the perfect time to start planning all the ways you`ll enjoy the sweetest time of year on our website:
https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/discover-lanark-county/eat-drink/maple-trail/
