SDG Tourism

🧠Looking for a great night out in support of an amazing cause? Join the Glengarry Mental Health Initiative for their 3rd annual fundraiser this weekend!

🎪Saturday's night market will include a guest speaker, silent auction, local vendors, and booths showcasing mental health resources from across Cornwall and the SDG Counties. Wrap up the night with dancing as Hadrian's Wall takes the stage from 7-11pm.

🚌Don't have a designated driver but want to dance the night away? A free bus with drop offs in Williamstown and Cornwall will be departing at 11:30.

⚽The fun doesn't stop there though! Check out the GMHI Cup Soccer Tournament Sunday at 9 am for a BBQ and to cheer on some great local soccer stars!

🎟️Tickets are $20 and can be bought at the door or in advance online.

Happy first day of summer! Looking for something fun to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered! Check out the list below for some great events happening around the SDG counties.

🎡Maxville Fair

Celebrate the first fair of the summer with inflatable rides, a petting zoo, live music, horse shows, and more.
When: June 21st – 23rd
Where: Maxville Fairgrounds, 35 Fair St Maxville

🥏Mayor’s Disc Golf Challenge

North Dundas Township will be hosting a Mayor Disc Golf Challenge, you can come cheer on your mayor and stay to enjoy some of the all-ages activities offered including pickleball, disc golf, and co****le lessons, facepainting, and a free BBQ!
When: June 22nd 1pm-3pm
Where: Rick Cauvier Memorial Park, 10543 Main St, South Mountain

🍓Martintown Strawberry Social

Are you looking for a fresh batch of strawberries to make your delicious pie? Look no further! The Martintown Strawberry Social is happening on Saturday, June 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.! Groove out to some music while you enjoy cold lemonade, eat some ice cream and finish it off with a cake to end your visit!
When: June 22nd 10am - 3pm
Where: Martintown Grist Mill, 18544 Dundas St

🎶Music in the Park

Come watch Julian Clayton perform live at Sweet Corner Park sponsored by The Planted Arrow Plants and Gifts!
When: June 22nd 10:30-1:30
Where: Sweet Corner Park 577 Main St W, Wi******er

⚽Glengarry Mental Health Initiative Family Fundraiser

This two-day event features a night market with local vendors and booths from mental health services from around SD&G and Cornwall. On the second day you’ll find a soccer tournament for some friendly competition.
When: June 22 5pm – 11pm, June 23rd 9am – 5pm
Where: Munroe’s Mills, 18960 Munroe’s Mills Road, Apple Hill & Paul Rozon Memorial Park, 19175 County Rd 17, Williamstown

🍺Hops n’ Shops Vendor Market

Grab a slice, a brew, and some goodies all in one sweet spot. Hops n’ shops will feature food truck pizza, 14 local vendors, and some great craft beers!
When: June 23rd 10am – 3pm
Where: Lost Villages Brewery, 16133 County Rd 36, Long Sault

Fair season is back and better than ever with the Maxville Fair kicking off the season this Friday! Join us for an action-packed summer of county fairs. For updates and more information regarding admissions, entertainment, and events, check out the fair websites and pages below! Which fair are you most excited for?

Maxville Fair - June 21st - 23rd
http://www.maxvillefair.ca/

Avonmore Fair - July 20th - 21st
https://www.avonmorefair.ca/

Glengarry Highland Games – August 2nd- 3rd
https://www.glengarryhighlandgames.com/

Williamstown Fair - August 9th - 11th
https://williamstownfair.ca/

South Mountain Fair - August 15th - 18th
https://southmountainfair.ca/

Chesterville Fair - August 23rd -25th
https://www.chestervillefair.com/

Stormont County Fair - August 30th - September 2nd
www.stormontfair.ca

Calling all local artists!

🎨Our summer colouring contest is now live! Enter now for the chance to win an SDG prize pack, featuring SDG swag and $100 in local gift cards!

Entries will close on August 21st, 2024, at 12pm! Submissions will be accepted by mail or drop-off at the SDG Tourism office, located at 26 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON, K6J 3P2!🖍️

⭐️The winner will be announced via our social media channels on August 23rd, 2024!⭐️

Click this link for a downloadable version of the coloring page✍️

https://whereontariobegan.ca/contest/

Now & Then: The nine lives of the GTR 1008 and the Aultsville Train Station - South Eastern Ontario Visiting SDG? Learn the history of the GTR 1008 locomotive at and Aulstville train station at Upper Canada Village and the Crysler Marina.

🪻Opening Soon! You won’t want to miss the opportunity to tour these stunning lavender fields this summer!

🌿 Both Lavande Braydale Lavender and LouLou Lavender provide an excellent lavender harvesting experience - relax, enjoy the surroundings, as well as capture some stunning photographs!!

📍Visit Lavande Braydale Lavender at 17683 Sandringham Road, Moose Creek, ON

📍Visit LouLou Lavender at 19918 Maple Rd, South Glengarry, ON

🍓You can now pick your own strawberries at both Avonmore Berry Farm and Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm!

📍Visit Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm at 4766 County Road 16, Iroquois, ON

📍Visit Avonmore Berry Farm at 16365 Fourth Rd, Avonmore, ON

📽️ Movie Night at the Historic SDG Jail 📽️

Join us for the first movie night of the year Friday, June 21st, at the Historic SDG Jail Celebrate the start of summer with a thrilling screening of The Shining in the atmospheric courtyard of our nearly 200-year-old jail. Enjoy an unforgettable evening with drinks and snacks available for purchase.

🎟️ Ticket Information:
Purchase your tickets online and enjoy a complementary tour of the SDG Historic Jail, redeemable for a future visit. Don't miss out—get your tickets now while supplies last!

👉 https://ticketscandy.com/e/movie-night-at-the-historic-sdg-jail-the-shining-5275

Cornwall Tourism South Eastern Ontario

💐 Kick off the summer by enjoying our beautiful rivers and streams as a family - in celebration of Father’s Day weekend 2024, all Canadian residents can fish for free within the province!

🎣All conservation licence catch limits, size limits, sanctuaries and all other fishing regulations and rules still apply.

🔗See link for more details:
https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1004696/ontario-offering-free-fishing-on-fathers-day-weekend

Check out some of these great events around SDG this Father's Day Weekend! Pull out your fishing rod too as fishing is free in Ontario June 15th-16th.🎣🐟

🎶Galop Canal Bluegrass Festival

Visit the Galop Canal Bluegrass Festival June 13th – 15th for 3 days of amazing music and great friends! This year’s bands feature performers from across North America including Deeper Shade of Blue, Tyler Comeau & Highway 10 Boys, and Maple Hill!
When: June 13-15 multiple times
Where: Galop Canal, 6020 Carman Rd, Iroquois

🍻Comedy Night @ Lost Villages Brewery

Come have a laugh with LVB on June 13th! We have a great lineup of comedians ready to rock.
When: June 13th at 8pm
Where: Lost Villages Brewery, 16133 County Rd 36, Long Sault

👻Paranormal Investigations at the Lost Villages Museum

Interested in hearing echoes from the past? Sign up for a paranormal investigation to hear the haunting history of the lost villages, use ghost hunting equipment, and collect evidence of apparitions.
When: June 14 – 15 with various reservation times
Where: The Lost Villages Museum, 16361 Fran Laflamme Dr, Long Sault

⚒️Eighth Annual Smith-In

Come on down and see the sparks fly! Watch Blacksmiths from near and far forge tools, gun barrels and much more.
When: June 15-16, 10am – 4pm
Where: Glengarry Pioneer Museum, 1645 County Rd 30, Dunvegan

🐎Chesterville and District Historical Society’s 40th Anniversary

Join us in celebrating 40 years in our community with an indoor program offering refreshments and a BBQ at the Heritage Center located at 14 Victoria St. Chesterville. There will be horse-drawn, narrated tours of some historic sites as well, weather dependent.
When: June 15 10am – 4pm
Where: Chesterville Heritage Centre, 14 Victoria St, Chesterville

🌏 Philippine Independence Day Celebration

Everyone is welcome to celebrate the heroes who brought independence to the Philippines.
When: June 15th from 10am-4pm
Where: Bandshell at Lamoureux Park, 100 Water St E

🎤Trivia Night @ Butlers

Get your team of up to 4 together for TRIVIA NIGHT! Sign up by calling or messaging the restaurant on Facebook.
When: June 15th at 6:30pm
Where: Butler’s Restaurant and Catering, 23 Thorold Lane, Ingleside Plaza, Ingleside

🇵🇭 Philippine Independence Day

Stop by Lamoureux Park on Saturday and check out the Philippine Independence Day event from 10am - 4pm. There will be a showcase of Filipino culture featuring traditional folk dances and live entertainment.

🎉 Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Lost and Sound Festival! 🎶✨

Happening August 24th at Lost Villages Brewery, get ready for a day filled with live music, craft brews, and good vibes. 🍻🌟 Early bird tickets are on sale now, so grab yours before they’re gone!

🎟️👉 https://www.lostandsoundfest.com/event-details/lost-and-found-festival-2024

Don’t miss out on this epic celebration of music and community. Tag your festival squad and start counting down the days! 📅🤘

South Eastern Ontario Cornwall Tourism

🚴‍♂️✨ Wi******er Bike Night is almost here! ✨🚴‍♀️

Gather your friends, hop on your bikes, and join us for an unforgettable evening in Downtown Wi******er! Enjoy live music, delicious food from local vendors, and so much more.

📅 Date: Thursday, June 13th
🕔 Time: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
📍 Location: Downtown Wi******er

Don't miss out on the fun – see you there!

******erBikeNight ******er South Eastern Ontario North Dundas Wi******er Downtown Revitalization Committee

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

Congratulations to the Avonmore Berry Farm who have been named one of the Top 10 Berry Farms in Canada by the Food Network Canada! 🌟🍓

🍓 Whether you're a local or planning your next getaway, make sure to visit this gem in the heart of SDG Counties and experience the best strawberry picking Canada has to offer!

🍓 Read more about this amazing achievement: https://whereontariobegan.ca/berry-good-job-avonmore-farm-feted-by-the-food-network/

South Eastern Ontario

There’s always something fun to do in the SDG Counties – check out the list below for events this weekend!

📆 Friday, June 7th
- 1784: New Johnstown and the Royal Townships 240th anniversary celebration (Lamoureux Park, Cornwall)
- Opening Night of “The Perfect Wedding” at the Upper Canada Playhouse (7:30-10:30 p.m., Morrisburg)
- Long Sault Farmers Market (2-5 p.m., Long Sault Plaza)

📆 Saturday, June 8th
- 1784: New Johnstown and the Royal Townships 240th anniversary celebration (Lamoureux Park, Cornwall)
- 6th annual Glengarry Fair (Stonehouse Vineyard, Alexandria)
- Brews and Bags Co****le Tournament (Lost Villages Brewery, Long Sault)
- Meet Me on Main Street (5-8 p.m., Glengarry Pioneer Museum, Dunvegan)
- Garden Party Market (10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wi******er Arena & 100 Club Park)
- Botanical Plaster Cast Workshop (10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., The Heart of the Willow Alpaca Farm, Brinston)
- Iroquois Farmers Market (9 a.m.-2 p.m., Iroquois Plaza)

📆 Sunday, June 9th
- 1784: New Johnstown and the Royal Townships 240th anniversary celebration (Lamoureux Park, Cornwall)
- Open Mic Café (2-5 p.m., Old Town Hall, Wi******er)

For more information and events visit
🔗 whereontariobegan.ca/events

🌸Get to know your neighbours this summer at the Dunvegan edition of Meet Me on Main Street this Saturday June 8th 5-8pm at the Glengarry Pioneer Museum.

🎶All are welcome (not just Dunveganites) to listen to live music, explore the museum, and meet both new and old friends.

Kick off your summer with the 1784 celebration, a free three-day event promising immersive historical re-enactments, demonstrations of loyalist life, and captivating speakers.
From June 7-9th in Lamoureux Park you can see 18th century tactical manoeuvres, learn about early settler life, and discover how Cornwall, SD&G, and Leeds and Grenville came to be. Check out the full schedule below and for more information visit 1784.ca.

The 2024 AORS - Association Of Ontario Road Supervisors Municipal Public Works Tradeshow is being held this Wednesday & Thursday at the Cornwall Civic Complex and Lamoureux Park from 8am - 3pm.

Stop by and check it out - admission is free! Please note you need to register and enter from the arena gate next to the Aquatic Centre entrance.

The City of Cornwall The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry

Lamoureux Park has some visitors this week! The 2024 AORS - Association Of Ontario Road Supervisors Municipal Public Works Tradeshow is being held Wednesday & Thursday in the park and neighbouring Cornwall Civic Complex. A wide variety of exhibitors and municipal works vehicles and equipment will be on display.

Stop by and check it out - admission is free! Please note you need to register and enter from the arena gate next to the Aquatic Centre entrance. The show runs from 8am - 3pm on both days.

There’s always something fun going on in the Counties! Check out the list below for events on this weekend and feel free to comment if there are any local happenings we missed!

🎨Chesterville Art on The Waterfront

There’s something for everyone to enjoy at Chesterville’s 12th annual Art on the Waterfront. Engage with artists and artisans from the area as you listen to local bands and shop from local vendors. Kids will love the facepainting, miniature train rides, and inflatables!
When: June 1st – 2nd 10am – 4pm
Where: Main St. Chesterville, ON
Details: https://artonthewaterfront.ca/

⚔️Glengarry Renaissance Festival

Experience the excitement and wonder of the Middle Ages in a festival like no other. This event will transport you back in time to a world of knights, princesses, and medieval marvels.
When: June 1st – 2nd 9:30 am – 7pm
Where: Maxville Fairgrounds, 35 Fair St, Maxville
Details: https://faires.ca/glengarry/

🎤The Good Lovelies
Listen to one of Canada’s best trios while enjoying a glass of local wine this Saturday June 1st at 4pm. Stone Crop Acres are thrilled to host the Juno-award winning group, Good Lovelies, on their We Will Never Be the Same Tour.
When: June 1st 4pm
Where: Stonecrop Acres, 5242 Smiths Rd, Morrisburg
Details: https://www.harmonyconcerts.ca/event-details-1/good-lovelies-we-will-never-be-the-same-tour

🌸Open Farm Day – Sunwheel Farm

Sunwheel Farms will be opening for the first time to the grand public to enjoy the flowers, explore local vendors, and stay for a picnic.
When: June 1st 10am-3pm
Where: 20397 Lapensee Lane, Alexandria
Details: Sunwheel Farm

🎶Fork in the Road – Perch and Paddle Pub

Live Music Saturdays begin with local band Fork in the Road performing at Perch and Paddle Pub.
When: June 1st 8pm – 10:30pm
Where: 20170 County Rd 2, Summerstown
Details: Perch and Paddle Pub

🎤Hopeless Wanderers – Lost Villages Brewery

Grace & Eric (aka Hopeless Wanderers) are performing this Saturday at the LVB. Join us for great music and tasty Pizza from Hapi Pizza!
When: June 1st 6-9pm
Where: Lost Villages Brewery 16133 county Road 36 , Long Sault
Details: https://www.lostvillagesbrewery.com/

The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry and The City of Cornwall will be playing host to the Association of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) 2024 Municipal Public Works Trade Show!

📍 Cornwall Civic Complex and Lamoureux Park
📅 Wednesday, June 5th and Thursday, June 6th.
⌚ 8am to 3pm

There will be a variety of municipal works trucks and equipment on display at the show - a delight for the young and the young at heart!

Admission is free - simply enter through the main registration area at the entrance to the Cornwall Civic Complex.

More info: https://cornwalltourism.com/cornwall-plays-host-to-2024.../

👻Are you scared yet?

If you're interested in:
😨local history
😨creepy rooms
😨scary stories
😨family fun

🚓You should come for a guided tour at the Historic SDG Jail!

⭐️Hours:
Wednesday-Sunday
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information visit their website:
🔗 https://www.historicsdgjail.com/

⭐️Fraser Creek Pizza Farm is now OPEN for the season!

🍕Enjoy delicious pizza on Fridays 4-7 p.m. and Saturdays 12-7 p.m.!

For more information on the farm visit:
🔗 https://fraser-creek-farm.square.site/

If pizza isn't for you, check out these other local eat-drink:
🔗 https://whereontariobegan.ca/eat-drink/

Our tourism ambassadors are excited to share great local areas and amazing opportunities within the SDG Counties and Cornwall during the summer!

With our friends from SDG Tourism, we gathered local tourism students and municipal staff today for a day-long tour of tourism sites throughout Cornwall and SDG Counties in preparation for the busy tourism season ahead. We’re fortunate to have so many great things to see and do in our region!
📍 Historic SDG Jail

Farmers market season has just begun in SDG Counties! Shop local this summer at one of our many markets around the region!🍎💐🥕

Maxville Community Market
Open Fridays 2-6pm until October

Iroquois Farmers Market
Open Saturdays 9am-2pm until October

Long Sault Farmers Market
Open Fridays 2-5pm starting June 7th

Garden Party Market
Open the second Saturday of every month from 10am-2pm until October

Williamsburg Country Market
Open every Sunday from 10am-2pm






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🎶 Get ready to shake it off and shop till you drop at the Taylor Swift Shopping Event in Wi******er, happening Saturday, May 18 from 10am - 3pm! 🛍️ Join in for a day filled with music, fun, and fabulous finds inspired by the one and only Taylor Swift.

Here's what's in store for you:

👯‍♀️ Pick up a friendship bracelet at each stop along Main Street (while quantities last) and trade bracelets as you sing and dance your way through Taylor's eras in your favorite outfits!

🎵 Discover Taylor Swift-inspired merchandise and special promotions at participating businesses, including:
Main Street Clothing Company
The Makers Hub
Samantha's Emporium
Simply Baked
The Planted Arrow
Heritage House Health Spa

🎉 And don't forget to make a pit stop at The Old Town Hall for even more excitement!

📆 Save the date and follow the event page on Facebook for all the juicy details. This is going to be so FUN! 🎤✨ ******erFun street clothing

💐 Kick off the spring season May 11 & 12 by enjoying our beautiful rivers and streams as a family - in celebration of Mother’s Day weekend 2024, all Canadian residents can fish for free within the province!

🎣All conservation licence catch limits, size limits, sanctuaries and all other fishing regulations and rules still apply.

🔗See link for more details:
https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1004556/ontario-offering-free-fishing-on-mothers-day-weekend