Fall is in the air along the Sideroads!

Scenic Drives, Events, Farm Experiences, Arts Community, Artisan Products, Craft Ciders & Wines… just to name a few.

THANK YOU TO OUR SIDEROADS COMMUNITY PARTNERS

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Scugog Arts Christmas Shop

Nov 14 to Jan 3rd - Discover handcrafted holiday gifts by local artists at the Scugog Arts Christmas Shop and celebrate the joy of local giving!

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Visit Santa and Explore Downtown Port Perry

Experience the magic of the season with a visit to Santa in downtown Port Perry—free family visits, festive cheer, and unforgettable holiday memories for all ages.

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Winter Solstice Celebration

SUN DEC 21 - Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a soulful outdoor journey of fire ritual, forest bathing, intention planting, and a nourishing cacao ceremony.

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Bakersville Gingerbread Village

Dec 6th to Jan 4th - Discover the Bakersville Animated Gingerbread Village, a festive miniature display of handcrafted creations, twinkling details, and holiday charm, created by local bakers and community members.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Nov 10

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.19:00 – 21:007:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

The Book Drunkard Festival

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.19:00 – 21:007:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate the love of literature at the Autumn Book Drunkard Festival, featuring bestselling authors, engaging discussions, book launches, and special events throughout Uxbridge from September to December.

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.19:00 – 21:007:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

TUES - Heart of the Story - Steve Burrows

Nov 10

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.19:00 – 20:007:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

TUES - Heart of the Story - Steve Burrows

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.19:00 – 20:007:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Meet celebrated Canadian authors, hear the stories behind their books, and discover the inspiration, process, and experiences that bring great writing to life.

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.19:00 – 20:007:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

SAT - Free U2 Tribute at Great Blue Heron Casino

Nov 14

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.17:00 – 19:005:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

SAT - Free U2 Tribute at Great Blue Heron Casino

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.17:00 – 19:005:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy a free live U2 tribute concert with Desire at Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel! Experience iconic hits, soaring vocals, and stadium-sized energy. All ages welcome!

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.17:00 – 19:005:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Nov 15

5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.17:30 – 21:005:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

SUN - Newcastle Santa Claus Parade

5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.17:30 – 21:005:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate 20 years of holiday magic at the Newcastle Santa Parade! Enjoy illuminated floats, marching bands, fireworks, festive fun, and a special visit from Santa himself!

5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.17:30 – 21:005:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Nov 21

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.10:30 – 12:0010:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

SAT - Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.10:30 – 12:0010:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Celebrate the holiday season at the Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade! Enjoy festive floats, holiday cheer, and a special visit from Santa along King Street. Bring a food donation!

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.10:30 – 12:0010:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Nov 21

11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.11:00 – 13:3011:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

SAT - Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade

11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.11:00 – 13:3011:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays at the 65th Annual Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade! Enjoy a festive community tradition along Brock Street and vote for your favourite parade entry.

11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.11:00 – 13:3011:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Nov 22

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.14:00 – 16:002:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SUN - Lindsay Santa Claus Parade

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.14:00 – 16:002:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Celebrate Christmas Through the Decades at the Lindsay Santa Claus Parade! Enjoy festive floats, decorated vehicles, marching bands, and plenty of holiday cheer in downtown Lindsay.

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.14:00 – 16:002:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SAT - Holiday Market with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of North Durham

Nov 28

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.09:00 – 16:009:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SAT - Holiday Market with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of North Durham

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.09:00 – 16:009:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Shop the Port Perry Holiday Market, hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Durham! Discover unique Christmas gifts, support local youth programs, and donate food to Operation Scugog Food Bank.

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.09:00 – 16:009:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Nov 28

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.10:00 – 16:0010:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SAT: Intro to Scratchboard Workshop

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.10:00 – 16:0010:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Learn scratchboard techniques in this hands-on workshop with Lisa Martini-Dunk. Create a bird-themed artwork using texture and contrast, with guidance suited for beginner and intermediate artists.

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.10:00 – 16:0010:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Nov 28

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.10:30 – 12:0010:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

SAT - Orono Santa Claus Parade

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.10:30 – 12:0010:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays at the Orono Santa Claus Parade! Enjoy festive floats, lively bands, complimentary hot chocolate, and a special visit from Santa in downtown Orono.

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.10:30 – 12:0010:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Nov 28

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.11:00 – 13:0011:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

SAT - Cannington Santa Claus Parade

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.11:00 – 13:0011:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Celebrate a Red and White Christmas at the Cannington Lions Santa Claus Parade! Enjoy festive fun, holiday shopping, warm drinks, and a special visit with Santa.

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.11:00 – 13:0011:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Nov 28

11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.11:00 – 18:0011:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SAT - Fenelon Falls Santa Day

11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.11:00 – 18:0011:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

SAT - Fleetwood Mac Mania at Great Blue Heron Casino

Nov 28

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.17:00 – 20:005:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

SAT - Fleetwood Mac Mania at Great Blue Heron Casino

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.17:00 – 20:005:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Enjoy a free night of Fleetwood Mac classics with Fleetwood Mac Mania at Great Blue Heron Casino & Hotel! Hear iconic hits and Stevie Nicks favourites. All ages welcome!

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.17:00 – 20:005:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Nov 28

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.18:00 – 21:006:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

SAT - Beaverton Santa Claus Parade

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.18:00 – 21:006:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Celebrate the season at the Beaverton Lions Santa Claus Parade! Enjoy festive floats, a visit with Santa, hot chocolate, treats, downtown shopping, and a Christmas tree lighting.

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.18:00 – 21:006:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

SUN - A Merry Market at Applewood Farm & Winery

Nov 29

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.11:00 – 16:0011:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SUN - A Merry Market at Applewood Farm & Winery

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.11:00 – 16:0011:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Celebrate the season at Applewood Farm and Winery with festive shopping, live music, holiday drinks, pizza by the fire, and the debut of their 2026 Christmas Cheer Moonshine!

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.11:00 – 16:0011:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Dec 2

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.18:00 – 21:006:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

WED - THEE Farmers’ Parade of Lights

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.18:00 – 21:006:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Experience THEE Farmers’ Parade of Lights! Watch illuminated tractors, trucks, and floats travel through Clarington’s countryside. Bundle up, bring a warm drink, and support the community food drive.

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.18:00 – 21:006:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Dec 5

12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.12:00 – 15:0012:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

SAT - Christmas Afternoon Tea

12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.12:00 – 15:0012:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays with a festive Christmas Afternoon Tea at Aunt Laura’s Tearoom & Gift Shop. Join friends and loved ones for a cozy seasonal outing. Reservations required.

12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.12:00 – 15:0012:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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