Upcoming events across Southern Georgian Bay

Start your week with a group run hosted by Lemonade Collective. All fitness levels welcome. A great way to meet active locals and enjoy the fresh mountain air.

A month-long autumn dining celebration across Blue Mountain Village. Participating restaurants serve chef-inspired seasonal features and prix-fixe menus, a lovely way to savour the season one meal at a time.

Bring your gardening questions to a free advice clinic with a master gardener. A relaxed way to get expert tips as you put the garden to bed for winter.

With municipal elections around the corner, the Chamber hosts a candidates' forum focused on economic development. A valuable morning for anyone wanting to understand where local business and community growth are heading.

An evening of spooky fun and live performance at Spy Cider House & Distillery, presented by Theatre Collingwood. A creative, festive night out with the mountain view as your backdrop.

An evening of live music at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 63, raising funds for local food security. A heartwarming way to support neighbours in need while enjoying great entertainment.

Blue Rodeo co-founder Jim Cuddy performs an intimate evening of Canadian roots music at the Stephen Leacock Theatre. A lovely autumn night out in Collingwood.

A family Halloween tradition along Hurontario Street with trick-or-treating, costumes, and activities for all ages. A joyful, safe way for the whole community to celebrate the season together.

The community gathers to dedicate a veteran's crosswalk honouring those who served. A meaningful, respectful morning that reminds us why Remembrance Day matters so much to this region.

Hosted by Royal Canadian Legion Branch 63 at the cenotaph beside the Collingwood Museum, with a parade, pipers, the Last Post, and a moment of silence. A meaningful morning to come together and honour those who served.

The area's biggest Halloween scare attraction at Georgian Bay Park, just outside Wasaga Beach. Evening showings run 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM on select Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights, with family-friendly daytime showings on Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Carved jack-o'-lanterns, a spooky walk, and plenty of fall fun.

Pick up a pumpkin to carve and light ahead of the community's glowing Pumpkin Trail. A simple, family-friendly kickoff to a beloved Wasaga Beach fall tradition.

An evening walk through Oakview Woods lit by hundreds of community-carved jack-o'-lanterns. One of Wasaga Beach's most-loved fall traditions, and a magical way to welcome November as a family.

A free, self-guided tour of the neighbourhood's decorated homes and businesses on Halloween night. A lovely way to stroll the streets, admire the creativity, and enjoy a safe, community-wide celebration.

The community gathers for its annual Remembrance Day parade and service to honour our veterans. A quiet, meaningful morning to come together as neighbours.

Cheer on the town's junior hockey club at the Wasaga Stars Arena. Friday-night-style energy, local pride, and a great way to spend an evening with family or friends.

Weekly market featuring local food producers, fresh produce, baked goods, and artisan items. A wonderful way to stock your kitchen with the best of Clearview Township.

Clearview Township's signature multi-week festival with live music, local food, arts, and family-friendly events in intimate community halls. This year's lineup includes Great Big Sea alum Sean McCann. A wonderful way to experience small-town hospitality at its finest.

A weekly market focused on local food producers, running Saturdays through the end of the season. A lovely way to shop, stroll, and soak up Creemore's small-town charm.

Hosted by the Clearview Chamber of Commerce, an evening when downtown Stayner dresses up for Halloween with a costume photo contest, storefront showdown, and specials at participating businesses. A fun, family-friendly night out in the heart of Clearview Township.

Clearview Community Theatre brings the beloved Percy Jackson story to the stage at the GNE Fairgrounds, with evening performances and Halloween-week matinees. A high-energy, family-friendly musical and a wonderful way to close out the month.

A free weekly hiking series from Clearview's Active Communities program, starting October 24 at the Tourism Information Centre in Stayner and moving to a new trail each week. A lovely way to enjoy Clearview's fall colours, meet new friends, and keep moving.

A cozy whisky-tasting evening in a classic small community hall, part of the Small Halls Festival. A lovely grown-up night out in the heart of Clearview Township.

A guided walk along a section of the Bruce Trail near Singhampton, part of the Small Halls Festival. A wonderful autumn afternoon to take in Clearview's scenery and meet fellow outdoor lovers.

A Halloween-themed family run-and-shoot event at Highlands Nordic in Duntroon, hosted by the Highlands Trailblazers. Safe, ammo-free laser targets and friendly coaching make it easy for beginners and kids to join the fun.

A Halloween craft program at the L.E. Shore Library where young wizards and witches craft their very own broomsticks. A sweet, family-friendly way to get ready for a little Halloween magic.

A high-energy local jazz ensemble brings swing, Latin, funk, and blues to the L.E. Shore Library, with proceeds supporting music education for local students. A cozy evening of live music in the heart of Thornbury.

A behind-the-scenes tour of the Thornbury Craft Co. cidery and brewery duo, complete with tastings of four beverages. A fun, hands-on afternoon for cider and beer lovers while visiting town.

The cidery brewery taproom in Thornbury hosts local musicians most weekend afternoons and evenings through the fall. A cozy spot to enjoy acoustic sets with a seasonal drink in hand.

The Thornbury BIA's annual Halloween dog walk and costume contest in downtown Thornbury. A fun, family-friendly way to celebrate the season with your four-legged friends.

A fresh-cut flower market on the Hester Street Parkette in downtown Thornbury. Pick up a seasonal bouquet and enjoy a stroll along Main Street on Halloween morning.