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Here's What's Happening in Haldimand County This Weekend
The weekend has arrived, and Haldimand County is giving you very few excuses to sit at home wondering what everyone else is doing.
There’s a lot happening over the next few days, with live music, community celebrations, car shows, markets, food, dancing, karaoke and plenty of opportunities to get outside while summer is still cooperating. Whether your perfect weekend involves getting muddy, eating something delicious, admiring a parking lot full of beautiful cars or handing yourself a microphone with absolutely no justification, you have options.
This is also one of those weekends when some of Haldimand County’s smaller communities really shine. There are events happening from Dunnville and Caledonia to Hagersville, Cayuga, Fisherville, Selkirk, Jarvis and beyond, including several annual traditions that bring people together from across the area.
Families have plenty to choose from, with free activities, community gatherings and events designed specifically for kids. There are also markets to browse, local businesses to visit and fundraisers where showing up means supporting organizations doing good work right here at home.
If entertainment is more your speed, you’re in luck. Live music is everywhere this weekend, and there’s enough karaoke on the schedule to suggest Haldimand County has been secretly rehearsing. There are also a few unusual experiences this week that you definitely won’t find on the average summer calendar.
And don’t mentally check out when Sunday night arrives. Monday and Tuesday have a few things worth sticking around for, too.
Summer weekends are disappearing faster than we’d like, so use this one properly. Pick something you already love, try something completely different, visit another corner of the county or just follow the sound of live music.
There’s a very good chance something interesting is happening when you get there.
What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Weekend
Photo Courtesy of Randy Carter
There's more going on in Haldimand than you might think, and keeping up with it all can be tricky. If you know of events coming up, email us at [email protected]
TORONTO MOTORSPORTS PARKLabour Day Weekend Spectacular (Sept 4-6th) 2-for-1 Spectator Admission for all Haldimand, Norfolk, Six Nations and MCFN Residents. It's our last major racing event of the season, and the last long weekend of the summer! We've put together a solid lineup of both feature cars and racing series. You'll see everything from jet dragsters and wheel-standing fire trucks to IHRP Pro/Mods and Nostalgia Funny Cars, and the John Scotti NHRA Nationals. We hope to see you at the track! |
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WIN WITH HALDIMAND COUNTY PULSE
Congratulations to Christa Burke of Cayuga, who won herself $50 in Market Bucks that she can use at any of the Farmer’s Markets in Dunnville, Caledonia or Hagersville.
Watch this space for our next giveaway
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEKEND
ACROSS HALDIMAND COUNTY
Julia’s Charity in Dunnville is giving away a 26-foot truckload of free groceries today starting at noon. Yes, 26 feet of groceries. Come by while supplies last.
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Caledonia
The Caledonia Car Show takes over the Caledonia Fairgrounds Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., with hot rods, antiques, customs, rat rods, classics and collector vehicles. Admission is by donation, kids are free, and non-perishable food donations are being collected for the local food bank.
The Caledonia Legion has the BBQ going tonight from 5 to 7 p.m., followed by Open Mic Night with Victor Morgado from 7 to 9 p.m. Dinner first, questionable musical confidence second.
Hammer Hogs hosts karaoke Friday night, followed by live music Saturday night. One night you’re the entertainment, the next night you can leave it to the professionals.
Hammer Hogs hosts trivia Monday night. Gather the people who know useful things and, more importantly, the person who somehow remembers every one-hit wonder from 1994.
Cypress 55+ has its walking group and Women’s Social today, followed by tai chi and Euchre Club on Monday. Apparently retirement means finally having a busier calendar than everyone else.
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Cayuga
Race Warz takes over Toronto Motorsports Park Sunday from noon to 7 p.m., featuring a huge car show, open track lapping, drifting, burnout and 2-step competitions, motorcycle stunts, vendors and a Kids Zone. Fast & Furious star Sung Kang, who played Han, will also be there for a Drifter movie showcase and meet-and-greet.
Ruthven Park hosts a Summer Afternoon Tea Sunday. Enjoy tea and treats surrounded by the historic estate, where suddenly eating tiny sandwiches feels extremely sophisticated.
Windecker Woods hosts a Princess High Tea Picnic Saturday from noon to 1:30 p.m. Little royals can meet princesses, enjoy stories, singing and dancing, have a picnic lunch and pose for photos. Royal attire is highly encouraged, because there are surprisingly few occasions when a tiara is the sensible choice.
Hagersville Rocks hosts Movie Night in the Park Friday at Sgt. Andrew Harnett Memorial Park. Jonny & Shari perform live at 7:30 p.m., followed by the movie at dusk. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a non-perishable food donation for the Hagersville Food Bank.
The Cayuga Legion hosts Card Bingo Saturday at 1:30 p.m. It’s bingo, it’s cards, and yes, your competitive streak is invited.
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Dunnville
Purple Haven hosts its immersive bee experience Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Get up close with the bees and finally meet the workforce responsible for keeping breakfast delicious.
Julia’s Old Fashioned Christmas Charity has two days of fun lined up. Friday features a free food giveaway at 11:30 a.m. and a preregistered Nerf Battle at 4 p.m., while Saturday has kids’ crafts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors, popcorn, cotton candy and the Ribfest food truck will be there both days.
Julia’s Charity is giving away a truckload of free groceries today starting at noon. Yes, an actual truckload. Get there while supplies last.
The Dunnville Farmers Market is open Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon. Come for the fresh produce and leave with three things that weren’t on your list.
Dunnville Youth Impact Centre and Calvary Church host a free Community Block Party Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. at 650 George Street. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn, inflatables, balloon animals and face painting. Free food and someone else entertaining the kids. That’s a strong Saturday afternoon.
The Mudcat hosts karaoke Sunday at 3 p.m. Nothing says Sunday afternoon quite like handing someone a microphone and seeing what happens.
New Amsterdam Pub has Shyster tonight at 9 p.m., followed by Paul Mallard Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.
The Hammer Tones perform at the Mudcat Saturday night. Live music, cold drinks and nowhere you need to be early Sunday morning.
Julia’s Charity Catch the Ace jackpot is estimated at $11,200. Get tickets online or at the Charity until 7:40 p.m. Monday for Monday night’s draw. That’ll take some of the sting out of Monday.
The Dunnville Legion hosts karaoke tonight from 6 to 10 p.m. Four hours behind the microphone means there’s plenty of time to make one excellent decision and several questionable ones.
Fall Harvest Tea Party & Decoupage Workshop
Space is limited and fills up fast. Reserve your spot today! |
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Fisherville / Selkirk / South Cayuga
The Hillbilly Farm Market is offering farm tours this weekend on Rainham Road. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the farm and see where the good stuff comes from.
Dancing Under the Stars takes over Peacock Point Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. Four hours of dancing outdoors, where darkness provides just enough cover for your questionable moves.
The Fisherville Tavern hosts karaoke Saturday at 8 p.m. Choose your song wisely. The people of Fisherville have long memories.
Selkirk Community Centre hosts Seniors Hoss Monday at 1:30 p.m. Bring your cards, your game face and absolutely no mercy.
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Hagersville
Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation hosts the Three Fires Homecoming Pow Wow & Traditional Gathering this weekend, bringing together drumming, dancing, Indigenous vendors, entertainment and community for the annual celebration.
Beischlag Farms hosts a Sunflower Walk Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. at 1094 Concession 10. Wander through the sunflower field, stop for photos and grab refreshments, with a portion of proceeds supporting Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice. You can also “take a flower, leave a dollar” and bring a little sunshine home.
The Mary Simon Band performs at the Hagersville Legion Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. Three hours of live music and a very good reason to leave the house.
Plank Road welcomes Coast to Coast tonight at 7 p.m. Get the weekend started early because Thursday has done enough pretending it’s a work night.
The Loud & Dirty Bogg Fest takes over Hawks Nest ATV Park Friday through Sunday for its first-ever mud-filled weekend, featuring Bounty Hole competitions, head-to-head Mud Drags, kids’ competitions, night rides, live bands, trophies and a fireworks show. Come prepared to get dirty.
The H.A.C. hosts Sit to Be Fit Monday at 10 a.m. Get moving without the minor inconvenience of actually having to stand up.
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Jarvis / Nanticoke / Townsend
Chalmers Stone Church hosts a Peach Social Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. Come celebrate peach season the way nature intended, by turning it into dessert.
Just John’s has BJ Frid performing live Friday night. Kick off the weekend with live music and absolutely no reason to head home early.
Jessica Rayner performs live at Concession Road Brewing Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m., followed by a sushi-making class Sunday at 12:30 p.m. One weekend, two very different talents to appreciate.
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Nearby
Lamborghini legend Valentino Balboni visits GTA Exotics in Smithville Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The VIP event features a huge gathering of Lamborghinis, a Bull Run rally, meet-and-greet, keynote presentation, Italian-inspired food and more. Your minivan may feel inadequate afterward.
Generations Marketplace hosts a Fall & Winter Beekeeping Management workshop Saturday at 10 a.m. Learn how to help your hives through the colder months because apparently bees need winter prep too.
Gathering Place by the Grand presents Elvis Through the Years Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. A little Elvis before lunch seems perfectly reasonable. Thank you, thank you very much.
The Ancaster Fairgrounds hosts the Ancaster Wedding Show Sunday starting at 11 a.m. Planning a wedding? Come gather ideas, meet vendors and discover several dozen new things you apparently need to make it official.
The Port Dover Lions Silver Lake Market runs Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., with fresh produce, baked goods, craft beer, sweet treats and plenty of local vendors to browse.
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