Experience Simcoe County

10/15/2026

🎃With a fall chill in the air, the ghosts and ghouls of Simcoe County come out to play as pumpkin festivals, haunted heritage sites, and witches walks take over the region!
Whether you’re looking for skin-crawling frights, or something a little more light, Simcoe County embraces the creepiest season with loads of festivals and events to explore!

Simcoe County embraces the Halloween season with loads of spooky festivals and events to explore, 90 minutes north of Toronto!

10/14/2026

Have you visited a farm in Simcoe County this fall? We want to hear from you!
Follow this link to fill out the Agritourism Survey:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/1VwByL5zf5
Survey takes less than three minutes to fill out for a chance to win a Vetta Nordic Spa experience for two!

10/13/2026

Between the shores of Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment, this town is the perfect fall getaway with local charm and scenic views. Whether you have a free afternoon or a whole weekend, Collingwood is an easy escape and a natural home base for exploring South Georgian Bay. Check out the full guide to Experience Collingwood

Whether you have a free afternoon or a whole weekend, Collingwood is an easy escape and a natural home base for exploring South Georgian Bay.

10/13/2026

Only 1 Week to Go! Our first Night with a Medium at Pumpkinferno is just one week away! 🎃

Join psychic medium Ashley Valiant-Blackwood for an evening of insight, connection, and mystery, then explore the spectacular glowing displays of Pumpkinferno. Your ticket includes admission to Pumpkinferno, plus snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

🎟️ Tickets are $50 per person (tax included) and spaces are filling up quickly. Get your tickets today: https://discoveryharbour.on.ca/events/medium/

Reserve your spot today and experience a truly unforgettable night at Discovery Harbour! 👻🍂🔮

10/09/2026

pov: fall hiking in Simcoe County

📍Nottawasaga Bluffs Loop Trail Lookout

Hike this breathtaking trail in South Georgian Bay, a perfect way to experience fall colours.

Main trail is 3.5 km with bonus Key Hole Side Trail
Note: The Nottawasaga Bluffs is a natural Hazard area containing fissures, crevices and cliffs. Stay on the marked trail at all times.

Explore more in South Georgian Bay:
🍂Lookout at Devil’s Glen Provincial Park
🍂Stop by charming downtowns like Creemore and Stayner with boutique shops and seasonal events
🍂Dine, shop, and stay in Collingwood and Wasaga Beach.

🔗 Follow our link in bio to download the Simcoe County Trails Guide and plan your fall trip, 90 minutes north of Toronto.

09/30/2026

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour Residential School Survivors, their families, and communities, and remember the children who never returned home.

Take time today to listen, learn, and reflect on the ongoing journey toward truth, healing, and reconciliation.
🧡 Explore Indigenous stories, cultures, and experiences
🧡 Support Indigenous-owned and led businesses
🧡 Learn about the Indigenous Peoples whose lands you live on and visit
🧡 Read and revisit the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action

Across the region, communities are marking the day with events, programming, family activities, and opportunities for learning and reflection, including:
🧡 Sainte-Marie among the Hurons full day of programming
🧡 Huronia Museum & Ouendat Village free admission
🧡 National Day of Truth and Reconciliations 7th Annual Orillia Community Event
🧡 Innisfil Idea Lab Orange Shirt Day Drop-in Family Story time
🧡 Midland Cultural Centre Gallery of Indigenous Art

Explore more resources and programming online at nctr.ca

Photo: 94 Calls to Action Exhibit at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons

09/29/2026

Want to make the most out of fall but don't know where to start? We've got your guide to all things fall in Simcoe County!

90 minutes north of Toronto, Simcoe County is Central Ontario's fall fun destination for outdoor explorers.

09/16/2026

Join us for Doors Open Simcoe County on September 19 and explore the vibrant history of South Lake Simcoe, as part of the province-wide Doors Open Ontario event!

From family-friendly museum activities, to the birthplace of one of Canada's most significant scientists, and getting an exclusive look inside a historic Masonic lodge — there’s something for everyone to explore! Bring your curiosity and uncover the hidden gems of South Lake Simcoe.

Featured Locations:
📍Museum on the Boyne
📍Sir Frederick Banting Homestead
📍Utopia Hall & Bell's Grist Mill
📍Seven Star Masonic Lodge NO. 285 GRC

Unlock the Stories Behind Every Door!
🔗 Dive into the full list of participating sites: experience.simcoe.ca/doors-open-simcoe-county
🌐 Learn more at doorsopenontario.on.ca

09/14/2026

🍂FALL FAIRS ARE IN THE AIR🍂
Discover the beauty of agriculture with fun, family activities at fall fairs and farm festivals featuring pumpkin patches, corn mazes, midway rides, delicious treats and more!
https://experience.simcoe.ca/fall-fairs-are-back/