Fall for Dufferin
Fall is here, and as the leaves begin to change, the County of Dufferin is ready to welcome residents and visitors alike to explore everything Dufferin has to offer.
Explore Dufferin’s beautiful back roads and take in the gorgeous fall colours, including the scenic drive along ON-89 to the Dufferin Museum! Not only is the Museum situated on a picturesque property with a learning garden and breathtaking views both inside and out of its Silo Gallery, but its year-round offerings of programs and exhibits feature something for everyone. This fall, try tea blending, create a fall centerpiece, bring the family to the Halloween Storybook Scavenger Hunt and more, while exploring Dufferin’s history and art.
Take a road trip through Amaranth during the month of October to see the creative side of local farmers, residents and other bale artists through decorated bales and bale sculptures across the Township, then spend the day wandering through the picture-perfect Dufferin Rail Trail or exploring Mono Cliffs Provincial Park or Island Lake Conservation Area.
Fall farm memories are ready for the making in Dufferin! Whether you’re looking to get lost in a corn maze, pick the perfect pumpkin for carving or stock up on apples to bake a mouth-watering pie, Dufferin farms are the place to be. Visit Maple Grove, Sweet Pea’s and so many more to find your new favourite farm-fresh food. Did you know that you can visit five Dufferin farms in one day? The Dufferin Farm Tour takes place September 28!
Fall Events
Pumpkinfest | October 12
Natasha Peterson Memorial Park, Shelburne
A family event to give back to the community with lots of fun things to do and see for all ages.
Boo! on Broadway+ | October 19, 9 am to 1 pm
87 Broadway, Orangeville
Boo! On Broadway is back and we’re celebrating Halloween all month long in Downtown Orangeville! With Eerie Alexandra Park & Spooky Sidewalks, Trick or Treating & Witchy Scavenger Walks, Great Pumpkin Pop-up & a Fangtastic Farmers’ Market, it’s going to be spooktacular! Free freaky face painting, petting zoo and live kids entertainment will make the day even more memorable for your sweet little monsters.
Haunt in the Park | October 25, 26 and 31 | Various times
515677 Dufferin County Road 11, Fiddle Park, Shelburne
The Haunt In The Park is a 6000 sq ft pavilion at the Fiddle Park in Shelburne, filled to the brim with monsters and mayhem! Totally volunteer run, we invite you to come and experience it for yourself! The event is FREE, however we happily accept donations for the Shepherds Cupboard Foodbank here in Shelburne. Over 3 thousand people came out last year for the thrills and chills – and lets not forget the candy at the end! So be sure to come out this year – the monsters of the Haunt are waiting for you!
Dufferin Hi-Land Bruce Trail Club 25 Km Challenge Hike | October 26, 7:30 am to 5 pm
Parking Lot at 716599 1st Line East, Mulmur
This is a “Challenge” hike! Can you hike a 25 Km trail through mixed terrain and environments maintaining an average 3.5 KPH walking speed? Are you up to the challenge? Challenge yourself, or challenge a friend. Give it a try! For registration information visit our website starting in August and look for the link to the “Challenge” Hike.
Mono’s Children’s Halloween Party | October 27, 3 to 5 pm
Mono Community Centre, 754483 Mono Centre Road, Mono
Bring out your little ghosts, goblins and witches to enjoy a fun afternoon of crafts, entertainment, snacks, and prizes. Don’t forget to wear your costumes! Pre-registration is required.
Horning’s Mills Halloween Supper | October 31, 5:30 to 7 pm
14 Mill Street, Melancthon Horning’s Mills
Halloween Supper at the Horning’s Mills Hall. Serving a light supper before trick or treating with a kids haunted trail included. Happy Halloween! ($10)
Monora Pumpkin Trail | November 1, 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Monora Park Trails, 500 Monora Park Drive, Mono
Explore Monora Park trails by the light of Halloween jack-o-lanterns! Drop off your carved Halloween pumpkins at Monora Park between 8 am and 5 pm and then come and hike our trails via the light of your pumpkin that evening. It is a great opportunity to see how creative people can be with their carvings and enjoy a family hike at the same time.
Learn more about Dufferin County at www.dufferincounty.ca and find more to explore at www.exploredufferincounty.ca.
