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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🥖 Savour Lanark County
Imagine strolling through snowy winter landscapes, then sitting down to a plate of inspired perfection. Enjoy local flavour in every sip and bite—crafted by passionate producers and chefs.
✨ Your next culinary adventure starts here!
Pictured:
Stalwart Brewing Co.
The Sterling
C`est Tout Bakery
Wheelers Pancake House and Sugar Camp
Hummingbird Chocolate Maker
🎄 Discover Holiday Magic at Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm! ✨
Looking for the ultimate festive escape this season? Just 45 minutes from Ottawa, Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm in Pakenham is your go-to destination for holiday cheer!
🌲 Cut-your-own or choose a fresh-cut tree from rows of fragrant firs, spruces, and pines.
🎅 Meet Santa on select weekends (Nov 22/23, 29/30, Dec 6/7, 13/14 from 12–2pm).
🚜 Hop on a free tractor-pulled wagon ride to the tree fields.
🔥 Cozy up by the campfire with hot chocolate, cider, and comfort food from the Candycane Kitchen.
🛍️ Explore the timber-frame Christmas shop filled with wreaths, ornaments, plushies, and gifts.
📸 Snap the perfect winter photo on the rustic bridge, beside the vintage truck, or in the snow-covered grove.
🐾 Pet-friendly too—bring your pup along for the fun!
It might be getting darker outside, but Lanark County holiday events are here to make your season merry and bright! Here is our roundup of events happening in November. Save this post and tag your besties to make plans.
Visit our calendar for more details!
https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/activities-calendar/
🎁Nov 15th
Festival of Lights - Crystal Palace, Perth (every evening through the holidays)
🎅Nov 22nd
Once Upon A Christmas - Downtown Heritage Perth BIA 10am-4pm
Winterfest - Market Square Pavilion, Carleton Place 4-8pm
Home For the Holidays, Perth Museum (continues to Dec 24th)
🎄Nov 23rd
Victorian Christmas - Middleville & District Museum 10-3pm
⛄Nov 27th
Winter Night Market - Mill St, Almonte 5-8pm
❄Nov 28th
CPKC Holiday Train - 55 Victoria St, Smiths Falls 5pm
CPKC Holiday Train - Wilson St Crossing, Perth 6pm
🎅Nov 29th
North Pole Express - Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario, Smiths Falls 10am-6pm (multiple Saturdays)
Downtown Cookie Crawl - Downtown Smiths Falls 10am
Carleton Place Santa Claus Parade - 5pm
Winter magic✨
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Find unique gifts at a holiday market in Lanark County! Wander artisan stalls and sip hot cocoa while you soak up some holiday spirit. Some upcoming events that you will not want to miss:
🎅Nov 8-9
Cheerfully Made Holiday Market - Almonte Old Town Hall - 10-4
🎁Nov 9
Ecotay Christmas Market - 133 Menzies Munro Sideroad, Perth- 10-3
🎄Nov 15
Downtown Christmas Market - Smiths Falls Town Square 2-7pm
⛄Nov 23
Vodkow Holiday Market - 34 Industrial Dr, Almonte 10-3
❄️Nov 29
Beckwith Christmas Craft Show - Beckwith Park 10 - 3
Find more incredible Lanark County events on our website: https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/activities-calendar/
🎨✨ Discover the soul of Lanark County through art, history, and local charm!
Experience the Lanark County Art & Heritage Tour — a self-guided journey through stunning galleries, outdoor art, and cultural gems nestled in the heart of Eastern Ontario. Meet talented artists, explore historic landmarks, and experience the stories that shape our vibrant communities.
Whether you`re a curious traveler, a passionate art lover, or a history buff, this tour promises inspiration at every stop. Grab a map, hit the road, and let Lanark County surprise you.
www.lanarkcounty.ca/arttour
Step into stories of the past
Discover Lanark County’s rich heritage with a self-guided cemetery tour that brings history to life. Wander through time among weathered headstones, uncover tales of early settlers, and explore nearby museums, heritage homes, and hidden landmarks that shaped our communities.
📍 Plan your route, pack your curiosity, and let history guide your footsteps.
Find this and other deep dives into local history on our website: https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/discover-lanark-county/explore-do/arts-culture/lanark-county-art-heritage-tour/heritage-architecture/
It`s time to scare up some Halloween fun. From haunted woods to happy hayrides, there is something happening for everyone!
Scary Fun for Brave Souls:
Hawley’s Haunted Farm - Haunted Barn
Rosehill Ranch - Haunted Corn Maze After Dark
Dark and Deadly Café
Haunted Woods at Maple Key Day Camp
Non-Scary Pumpkin Fun:
Rosehill Ranch (Daytime)
Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm
Ghostly Tours:
Haunted Walk of Almonte
https://destinationalmonte.ticketsplease.ca/haunted-walk
Haunted Heritage House - Smiths Falls
https://Sfhauntedhouse.eventbrite.ca.
Perth Ghost Tour/Perth Museum
https://perthmuseum.ticketsplease.ca/
There are tons of events happening around Lanark County for Halloween! Be sure to check out our events calendar: https://www.lanarkcounty.ca/activities-calendar/
