Join Parks Canada in unveiling the HSMBC plaque commemorating Richard Pierpoint as a person of national historic significance. At the Fergus Grand Theatre, speakers will highlight the story of Richard Pierpoint, a man whose life experiences illustrate the contributions and hardships of Black Loyalists in Upper-Canada in the late 18th and early 19th century.

For nearly two decades, Tim Murton’s Twilight Zoo has been decorating the streets of Elora with a unique collection of lantern sculptures. During the month of October, visitors started coming to Elora from all over Southern Ontario to see the display. Local artists, community groups, businesses and other organizations started adding themed events as popularity grew, leading to the name “Monster Month in Elora.”

Come out and Enjoy Free Public Skating at the CW Community Sportsplex.

This Program could not be offered without our Generous Sponsors.

Sept 23 - 2:30pm - Sponsored by Dirty Detailz

Sept 24 - 4:30pm - Sponsored by Bethel Baptist Church

Sept 30 - 2:30pm - Sponsored by Parker Hannifin Hose Products Division

Oct 1 - 4:30pm - Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Fergus Elora

Oct 7- 2:30pm - Sponsored by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington

Oct 14- 2:30pm - Sponsored by Yard Weasels Inc.

Oct 15 - 4:30pm - Sponsored by Canadian Tire

Public skating is open to all ages and abilities. Strollers are not permitted on the ice during public skating. Children 9 years and younger, must be supervised on ice, by a parent/guardian who is at least 12 years of age with sufficient skating ability.

The Windjammers, Canada’s Premier Pops Wind Orchestra, will present a varied program of Pops and Favorites at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Fergus. This 40 piece orchestra is world-class professional orchestra of this size and quality has never before been heard in Centre Wellington.

Visit here to hear soundbites of their recordings: https://windjammers.ca/music/

The concert will raise funds for specialized surgical equipment that will make it possible for corrective hand surgery to be done at Groves Memorial Hospital.

This gentle yoga practice with a focus on mobility will explore the range of motion of our joints. Laura Paaren will guide you to move with control, awareness and ease through a refreshing balance of active and passive movements to help build stability while releasing tension in the hips, low back, neck and shoulders. Everyone is welcome!

$20 | person

Blending is a technique used often in winemaking, for many different reasons, resulting in flavourful and textured styles that many wine drinkers have come to know and love. Join the Elora Mill to sip four famous blends while discussing the craft of blending, diving into the attributes achieved through different grapes, and the goals of the winemaker when looking for the perfect ‘recipe’.

$30 | person

Free Movie Night at the Fergus Grand Theatre. We're bringing movies to the Grand Theatre and guess what - they're FREE. Organized by the Fergus BIA and generously sponsored by Mochrie & Voisin Real Estate Group.

Children’s Movie at 5pm, General Movie at 8pm.

Come out to the Fergus Grand Theatre and enjoy Free movie nights this summer.

The 5:00 o'clock showing is a children's movie.

See the Fergus BIA website for more details.

Proudly Sponsored by Mochrie & Voisin!

Join us for Culture Days as we dig into some fun facts about the Fergus Library and then go for a tour, filled with anecdotes and surprise behind-the-scenes locations. Registration is preferred; drop-ins are welcome.

Come and enjoy free movie nights this summer at The Fergus Grand Theatre

"General" movies showing at 8:00 p.m.

For more information visit the Fergus BIA website.

Proudly sponsored by Mochrie and Voisin

Attend a reflective and meditative choral service. Compline is an ancient rite traditionally used as the last "office" of the day before sleep.

To sing in the Compline choir, please contact Patrick Murray, Director of Music, and attend a rehearsal at 6:30pm on Oct 3. Patrick can be reached at music.stjohnselora@gmail.co

Help assemble poppies in preparation of the Third Annual Community Poppy Project Art Installation. Learn how to knit or crochet poppies. 

Immerse yourself in this figurative painting class where you will be able to challenge your inner creativity and feel inspired to make your own acrylic painting on canvas. You will be guided every step along the way by your host artist Sherry Czekus, who shares a passion for observation of urban crowd culture, expressing it through painting. For all levels of experience.

$40 | person

Join us for a thrilling game of Capture the Flag every week at Bissell Park, Elora! Open to all, this weekly, all-year, event promises not only heaps of fun but also a great workout. Players of all ages are welcome to participate, making it a perfect family-friendly activity.

Goat Cheese Gnudi

Join our culinary team in the Elora Mill kitchen to learn the art of making an iconic Italian dish, gnudi. Complimenting this dish with the best of the season’s harvest, our chefs will walk you through the creation of this ‘pillowy’ ricotta dumpling and take you on a journey of flavours while bringing you the comforts of home.

$30 | person

Join us for Culture Days as we dig into some fun facts about the Fergus Library and then go for a tour, filled with anecdotes and surprise behind-the-scenes locations. Registration is preferred; drop-ins are welcome.

A vibrant weekly drop-in gathering for makers and crafters. New faces and fresh ideas are always welcome! Makers Haven meets weekly throughout the year.

Meet up at the KIPP ovens to Press cider and bake apple desserts with families.

Every Saturday morning Bissell Park transforms with the arrival of vendors, ready to sell their local products. From May to October, you have the chance to explore this small town market and find everything from fruits and vegetables to home-baked goods, wine, meats and cheeses, and eggs to a variety of artisanal products!

Pumpkin Day is a free family event celebrating the harvest on Thanksgiving weekend. With pumpkins available for family carving as well as a professional carver creating a unique giant pumpkin masterpiece, Pumpkin Day also features a wide variety of family entertainment: face painting, bouncy castle, reptile display, highland dancing, indigenous dancers,
and an African drum circle as well as a musical guest.  3 hours of non-stop fun.

You are invited to the Schoolhouse Arts Studio to spend some playful creative time exploring the practice of collage. Explore themes, mixing colours, shapes, patterns & words - anything goes and your imagination will take you to unexpected places! All ages are welcome and all materials are supplied. Take home a one-of-a-kind piece of art!

Admission is free; Pay What You May is appreciated. No registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wonders of Encaustic & Mixed Media.

Join us for a day filled with demos of Encaustic & Acrylic Mixed Media with 3 local artists, Nancy Ariss, Terry Gregg & Karen Fisher in their studio space.

Create your own 3 x 3 painting to take home using collage items materials, acrylic paints & hot wax.

Enjoy background music, studio vibes & light refreshments whilst finding inspiration to create your little masterpiece.

Sensational Pumpkin Day is a free family event celebrating the end of the harvest season; it's all about the pumpkins. There will be pumpkins available for families for carving and/or decorating (for prizes). There will be a professional pumpkin carver demonstrating his carving techniques on a giant pumpkin (available to win in a draw at the end of the day).

Pawleys Pets Reptile Show will be there as well as highland dancers, face painting, and music throughout the day.

Please Bring Your Own Chair

This year Sensational Elora will be featuring an African Drum Circle where attendees can participate; Musician and Multi-Instrumentalist Babarinde Williams (fondly known as “Baba”) is an award-winning motivational speaker, singer, recording artist, producer, ethnomusicologist, music educator, music director and writer who has been featured on Tedtalks and other professional and academic forums. Baba has not only led large drumming events at various institutions but also led multi-generational family groups in back yards and living rooms. Years of after-school drumming programs in the Dufferin-Eglington areas and numerous assemblies and workshop events in schools, churches, libraries, and other institutions contribute to Babarinde’s experience as a facilitator. Don't miss this special event under the big tent, rain or shine.

Please Bring Your Own Chair

"Visions of Turtle Island"

Tribal Vision Dance is a family dance troupe from the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. The group is comprised of champion singers and dancers with a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with young audiences and families to build a deeper understanding and appreciation of First Nations culture.

Turtle Island Performance

Explore First Nations history and traditions in Tribal Vision’s high-energy performance! The artist will explain the history and significance of their dances and illustrate the cultural experience of First Nations peoples in Canada. This show is an introduction to the powwow culture of North American Indigenous people. Join the artists for an interactive Q&A to learn more about their regalia, dances, and First Nations history.