Canada Day celebrations, Whitby
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Summer is finally here! That means it's time to celebrate (Happy Birthday Canada!) and have a good time! Below, you’ll find eight carefully curated suggestions on ways to start off your summer adventures just right! These examples are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to discovering Durham Region. You’ll find more ideas and inspiration on
DurhamTourism.ca, and on our
Facebook,
Instagram and
Twitter channels. Enjoy the sun, have fun, and #DiscoverDurham.
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Uxbridge Craft Beer Hitsfest
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Hitsfest returns to Uxbridge’s Elgin Park on
July 13
. What better way to celebrate summer than with a day full of amazing music, artisan vendors, food trucks and–new this year–Ontario craft beer, cider and spirits?
Slabtown Cider
,
Falcon Brewing Co.
and
Old Flame Brewing Co
. will be there representing a taste of Durham’s brewing and cider scene.
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On
July 13 and 14,
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park will be transformed when The BMW M Festival arrives in Canada for the first time! Experience the agile precision of BMW M vehicles at one of the country’s premier motorsport facilities. Seven different driving experiences will get your pulse racing, alongside the opportunity to refine your skills with the help of professional driving instructors. Try drifting in the BMW M4, take high-speed runs in the BMW M5 Competition, experience a challenging off-road course in a BMW X3 or BMW X4 M40i, or test your reaction time in a drag race with the 523 hp BMW M850i.
Did we mention there is also top-tier music, entertainment and food? Experience exclusive performances by some of today's hottest DJs, as well as headline performances by Serena Ryder, Felix Cartel, Dear Rouge and Jane’s Party. Explore the BMW Marketplace or get a sneak peek at BMW vehicles not yet released. Kids can look forward to a fun day as well, with a special area for children that is full of activities and entertainment
–offering even the youngest visitor the BMW M experience.
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Live music and entertainment, craft beer, artisan and vendor markets, and of course, ribs, all come together at ribfest celebrations across Durham this summer.
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Ride along with the
York-Durham Heritage Railway this summer. Join Winnie and friends for a ride through the Oak Ridges Moraine on
July 7. Solve a murder mystery on-board the train on
July 11 and 18. Cool down on ice cream day on
July 21 with Kawartha Dairy.
Fans of Thomas the Tank Engine will enjoy a day of engaging activities and fun adventures when the Day Out With Thomas: The Steam Team Tour, chugs into town this August. Take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine along the York-Durham Heritage Railway, meet Sir Topham Hat and enjoy Thomas-themed activities. Trains run every 45 minutes over the course of two weekends,
August 9 to 11, and
16 to 18.
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Dialogue and dessert with Jennifer Weiner
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Blue Heron Books
wants you to get ready for summer reading. They’re hosting New York Times bestselling author, Jennifer Weiner (Who Do You Love and In Her Shoes) at a special evening event on
July 10
at
Wooden Sticks Golf Club
. Jennifer will be interviewed by fellow author Marissa Stapley (The Last Resort). Tickets are $25 and include dessert, coffee and a $10 coupon towards your book purchase that evening. Call 905-852-4282 to reserve your spot!
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You'll be hooked...on fishing in Durham
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Between Lake Simcoe, Lake Ontario and Lake Scugog, not to mention our many rivers and creeks, Durham Region has some incredible fishing spots for avid anglers. From fine salmon fishing in Lake Ontario, to Walleye and Muskie on Lake Scugog, and Largemouth and Smallmouth bass on all three lakes, you’re sure to snag a catch to be proud of!
Before you head out on the water, check out the
Durham Fishing Guide and
DurhamTourism.ca/fishing–both great resources on fishing in the area. Anglers can also connect with one another, share pictures and videos, and check out the best fishing locations on National Pro Staff’s (NPS)
Fishing Durham page.
Durham Tourism is excited to announce its partnership with local Bowmanville resident and professional angler
Cooper Gallant. Cooper has been featured as a pro staffer on the NPS Fishing Durham account and on Durham Tourism fishing maps and publications since a young age. Now he’s taken his career in fishing to the next level. Cooper is filming multi-species videos throughout Durham Region this year and is also competing on the
FLW Costa Series,
FLW Canada, the
Berkley B1, and the
Ontario B.A.S.S. Nation Qualifier. Stay tuned for exciting contest announcements and tag your fishing photos with #fishingdurham.
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Check out these weekly summer events:
Market Squared
runs Thursdays from
July 4 to September 26
, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in the North Parkette at Oshawa City Hall. This outdoor summer market features artisans, food vendors and more.
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Turn moments into memories
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Located on the picturesque shores of Lake Ontario, the
Bowmanville Marina has something magical to offer everyone.
Friends, families and fishermen–this is where your memories begin. Whether you’re staying for a single night or the entire season, Bowmanville Marina has the perfect slip for you. A knowledgeable marina team and attentive concierge is at your service, and a wide range of
marina services are available to make sure your day is just right. The marina has a beautiful event space, available for your wedding day or special event. Meanwhile, there is always something fun happening, from festivals to fireworks.
You’ll certainly find your happy place as you sit back and relax at
The Deck Bar and Grill. Great food, good company, and a cold beverage in hand–life is good!
Finally, relax and unwind in the bright and modern (and newly refurbished) guest rooms at the
Bowmanville Marina Inn & Suites. All rooms feature fully equipped bathrooms, 45” flat screen smart TVs, air conditioning, complimentary high-speed internet, ample parking, and 24-hour security.
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Check out and download the online version or order a free print copy to take along on your adventure.
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For unique trip ideas or to plan your perfect day, visit
DurhamTourism.ca
, or call 1-800-413-0017. If this information is required in an accessible format, contact
Durham Tourism.
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