Break out the scarves and sweaters, because it's officially fall in Durham Region! There is something extra special about crisp autumn air, hearty comfort food and colourful falling leaves that crunch delightfully under your boots. It's a magical time of year, and our communities come alive with activities for the whole family to enjoy. One of the most thrilling activities for children of all ages is finding the perfect pumpkin! Local pumpkin patches like
Knox,
Pingle's,
Brooks,
Watson and
Coopers (to name a few!), provide endless fun, and acres of perfectly orange pumpkins ready to bring home and carve into front porch masterpieces. To plan your fun fall adventure, visit a
farm near you! Also, be sure to check out the
Durham Tourism events calendar for a list of events taking place in October.
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DURHAM REGION
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FALL FOR DURHAM WEBSITE
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Durham Tourism is excited to announce the launch of the new Fall for Durham website, in partnership with York Durham Headwaters!
Designed with family and adventure in mind, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to choose from a menu of fun, family friendly, fall weekend escapes, depending on their interests. Whether it is an outdoor adventure you seek, to entice your palates with a weekend of culinary wonder, or to simply enjoy the arts and cultural charms of a small town -- there is something for everyone to enjoy in Durham this fall!
The site will also feature a menu of fall-themed family day trips, making it easy to curate the perfect experience at the click of a button.
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AJAX AND OSHAWA
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DOORS OPEN
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History buffs will love participating in Doors Open! For the 13th year running, fascinating historic buildings and heritage sites in Ajax and Oshawa will open their doors to the public.
On
Oct. 1, get a rare glimpse into Durham Region's past and enjoy spending the day as a tourist in your own community.
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UXBRIDGE
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FALL COLOURS AND HALLOWEEN TRAINS
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Enjoy the breathtaking colours of autumn from the comforts of your seat on the York-Durham Heritage Railway!
The Oak Ridges Moraine is stunning this time of year, and what better way to experience it and take it all in than a
relaxing fall colours train ride.
Sit back and enjoy 90-minutes of beauty with your friends and family.
These trips take place throughout the first three weekends in October. During the Oct. 16 trip, passengers can enjoy a hot catered lunch in the dining car!
As the month goes on, this train turns into a Halloween delight, with Halloween trains departing the last two weekends. On board, children young and old will enjoy the festive décor and Halloween activities to get you in the spirit! Children 12 and under who come dressed in their best Halloween costume will travel for only $1! (Maximum two children per adult.)
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OSHAWA
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IL DIVO LIVE!
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Il Divo is coming to Durham Region! Touring to promote their seventh studio album Amor & Pasion, the talented group will be sharing their music with fans for one night only on Oct. 12, at the General Motors Centre.
With 12 new songs spanning a century of traditional tangos, smoldering boleros and classic mambas, audiences can look forward to an evening filled with flavour and sultry rhythms.
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CLARINGTON
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APPLEFEST
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Historic Downtown Bowmanville will be the place to be on Oct. 15 for the annual AppleFest!
This tremendously popular street festival is the ultimate celebration of all things apple -- our specialty here in Durham Region!
This free event is a showcase for our many local apple growers. In addition to freshly picked apples, you and the whole family will get to enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider, homemade pies and crisps, candy and caramel apples, cider doughnuts, famous hot apple fritters, and so much more!
Plus, live entertainment and plenty of children's activities such as carnival rides, jumping castles, pony rides and more. AppleFest is a favourite family tradition you won't want to miss!
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BROCK
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CANNINGTON HAUNTED TRAIL AND MAZE
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If you're looking for a frightfully fun haunt this Halloween season, head to the Cannington Haunted Trail and Maze in MacLeod Park -- if you dare!
On
Oct. 28 and 29, your spine will tingle as you wander along the popular Haunted Trail.
Be prepared to scream your way through the darkness in the intense Manic Maze, and bring your courage because there will be new scenes and scares around every corner!
Note: this event is not recommended for children under eight years old.
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CLARINGTON
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OVERDRIVE RACE AND RELAY SERIES
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Have you ever wondered what it might be like to race a bicycle around the track and trails at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park? Now is your chance!
This year marks the second year of the
Overdrive Race and Relay Series taking place Oct. 30.
Participants will have the opportunity to mountain bike, trail run, road cycle, road run, recumbent bike and even duathlon!
A vendor expo will also be held in the event centre on Oct. 29 from noon to 4 p.m., and will include race registration, volunteer orientation, training and food!
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Durham is brimming with exciting attractions and events! F
rom live music to art exhibitions, festivals and sporting events, there's something for the whole family to enjoy!
Browse through the
Durham Tourism 2016 events calendar
for a complete listing of community events taking place in September.
Share your organization's event on the Durham Tourism event calendar.
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for more information on what's happening
in
Durham Region
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Check out the events calendar,
the Explore Durham blog and
links to social media.
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