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Here's What's Happening in Haldimand County This Weekend

July 17, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 9 minutes

Summer is hitting its stride, and if your calendar still has a few blank spaces this weekend, we have plenty of ideas to fill them.

This is one of the busiest weekends of the season across Haldimand County. The Cayuga Summer Festival returns with a full day of free family fun, Toronto Motorsports Park is roaring with racing action, Prospect Fighting Championships brings MMA to Caledonia, and community groups are hosting everything from bake sales and charity fundraisers to concerts in the park and farmers' markets.

This weekend also marks an important milestone as the Royal Canadian Legion celebrates its 100th anniversary in Canada. Legion branches throughout Haldimand are hosting special events, open houses, live entertainment, BBQs, and anniversary celebrations. If it's been a while since you've visited your local branch, this is the perfect opportunity to stop in, meet the volunteers, and thank them for everything they do for veterans and our communities. You might even consider becoming a member. As part of the centennial celebration, Legion memberships are free throughout 2026.

Looking for something a little quieter? Browse a town-wide yard sale in Cayuga, enjoy live music by the lake in Peacock Point, create a lavender wreath at Purple Haven, or spend a relaxing morning with coffee and classic cars. There are also plenty of activities for kids, families, and anyone who simply wants to enjoy a summer day close to home.

As always, if you're organizing a public event, we'd love to help spread the word. Adding your event to the Haldimand County Pulse calendar is completely free and helps thousands of local residents discover what's happening across the county every week.

Now grab your calendar, call a few friends, and start making weekend plans. There's a lot happening, and summer has a way of passing faster than we'd like.

What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Weekend

York Airport

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Dunnville Farmer’s Market

Come Meet Your Local Vendors at the Dunnville Farmers' Market!
Support local farmers and makers while you taste the season's freshest flavours 

Join us Saturdays from 7 AM–Noon and Tuesdays from 2 PM–7 PM.
With a different mix of vendors each day, there's always something new to discover—making it the perfect stop twice a week!

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WIN WITH HALDIMAND COUNTY PULSE

Congratulations to Stephanie Mann of Selkirkwho won a tour for four people to the Hillbilly Homestead & Farm Market at 4979 Rainham Rd.

Watch this space for our next giveaway

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEKEND

ACROSS HALDIMAND COUNTY

Friday marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion in Canada, and branches across Haldimand are celebrating. Scroll down to see what's happening at your local Legion, then stop in, say hello, and show your support for the volunteers who do so much for our communities. Better yet, become a member. Membership is free throughout 2026 as part of the centennial celebration.

Did you know that there are funds available for home repairs? Check out our article about the Ontario Renovates program.

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Caledonia

The Caledonia Legion is celebrating the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary with an open house, BBQ dinner, live music, cake, and the unveiling of a new mural. That's a pretty good way to celebrate 100.

Someone's going home with a championship belt. Hopefully, everyone else goes home with all their teeth. Prospect Fighting Championships 24 takes over the Caledonia Fairgrounds Saturday at 5 p.m.

Coffee tastes better beside a classic car. The Caffeine & Gasoline show returns to Caledonia Auto Supply with plenty of chrome, horsepower, and conversations that begin with, "They don't build them like this anymore."

Hammer Hogs has your weekend covered with karaoke on Friday and live music on Saturday. Then come back Monday for trivia, where knowing useless facts suddenly becomes a valuable skill.

Need to stay active? Cypress 55+ has a walking group and line dancing today, followed by Tai Chi and Euchre on Monday. Your body and your card-playing skills will both get a workout.

Purple Haven Lavender Farm

  • Looking for a must-do summer experience in Haldimand County

  • Discover the beauty, fragrance, and peaceful charm of the season

  • Enjoy Cut Your Own Lavender at Purple Haven

  • Available throughout the month of July

6834 Hwy 3, Canfield

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Cayuga

The Cayuga Summer Festival returns Saturday with free family fun, vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and more. Just don't make the mistake of showing up before breakfast at the fire hall.

Fuel up before the fun at the Cayuga Firefighters' Breakfast on Saturday morning. It's the unofficial rule of festivals that everything is more enjoyable after pancakes.

The Cayuga Legion is celebrating the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary today with a BBQ and live entertainment from 5 to 8 p.m. Stop by, celebrate, and thank the volunteers who keep it going.

Treasure hunters, this one's for you. St. John the Divine Anglican Church is hosting a yard and bake sale Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You might leave with antiques... or just butter tarts.

Take It to the Track returns to Toronto Motorsports Park tonight, followed by the Canada Heads Up Shootout Series all weekend. If you like the smell of race fuel, you'll feel right at home.

Support a great cause while picking up a few bargains at the Autism Dog Services Fundraiser at 51 Munsee Street South in Cayuga this Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Grab lemonade, plants, fresh sourdough, and yard sale treasures while helping local families.

Saddle up for the Dry Lake Saddle Club Horse Show on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 313 Decewsville Road in Cayuga. Expect talented riders, beautiful horses, and enough hoofbeats to shake the dust off your boots.

The Cayuga Town-Wide Yard Sale returns Saturday, making it the perfect excuse to spend the morning hunting for treasures you definitely didn't know you needed.

Try your luck at Card Bingo at the Cayuga Legion on Saturday starting at 1:30 p.m. If your cards cooperate, you might even leave a winner.

The Cayuga United Church is holding a bake sale on the church lawn Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Come hungry, because homemade baking has a way of disappearing faster than good intentions.

TORONTO MOTORSPORTS PARK

King of the North: No Prep returns to Toronto Motorsports Park on Sunday, July 26, for a full day of high-horsepower drag racing. Watch Small Tire racers battle for a $5,000 top prize, while OG Street and FWD competitors chase cash and bragging rights of their own. If you love speed, loud engines, and close racing, this is one event you won't want to miss.

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Dunnville

The Dunnville Legion is celebrating the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary on Friday. Wear red or white, enjoy live music from Ray Lyell, and help welcome more than 150 new members during a mass swearing-in ceremony.

GrandErie Home Hardware still has a few spots available for its Fresh Flower Bouquet workshop on July 23. You'll head home with a beautiful bouquet and maybe discover you actually do have a green thumb.

Julia's Catch the Ace draw is Monday at 8 p.m., with an estimated jackpot of $8,500. Grab your tickets at Julia's Charity or online before someone else gets lucky.

Spend part of your Saturday surrounded by the sights and scents of lavender at Purple Haven. Create a fresh lavender candle wreath, sip lavender lemonade, and leave with something prettier than whatever's currently on your dining room table.

Relive the hits of yesterday when Legends of Time takes the stage at the Dunnville Legion on Saturday. Doors open at 1 p.m., the show starts at 2, and the memories are included at no extra charge.

Julia's Charity is giving away a truckload of free groceries today starting at 11:30 a.m. Come early, because free groceries tend to disappear faster than your favourite snacks.

First Baptist Church is celebrating its 140th anniversary Sunday in Central Park with food, games, music, and family fun. That's a birthday cake with a lot of candles.

Fresh produce, baking, and local goodies are waiting at the Dunnville Farmers' Market on Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon. Your grocery list just got a little more interesting.

Finish the weekend with karaoke at The Mudcat on Sunday starting at 3 p.m. Whether you're a rock star or just rock steady, the microphone is waiting.

Paul Wainwright takes the stage at New Amsterdam tonight at 8 p.m., with Paul Mallard keeping the music going Sunday from 2 to 5. That's your weekend soundtrack sorted.

Looking for something a little different? Leisurehouse returns to The Minga today from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Drop in for thoughtful conversation, fresh ideas, and the kind of discussions social media forgot how to have.

Celebrate strawberry season at Maple Greenhouses on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. during their Strawberry Social. Stop by for sweet treats, local shopping, and a berry good excuse to get out of the house.

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Fisherville / Selkirk / South Cayuga

Coast to Coast brings live music to Peacock Point Park on Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. Bring a lawn chair, settle in, and enjoy an afternoon by the lake.

Curious where your food comes from? The Hillbilly Farm Market on Rainham Road is offering farm tours this weekend. It's a chance to meet the animals, explore the farm, and enjoy a taste of country life.

The cards come out at the Selkirk Community Centre on Monday as Seniors Hoss gets underway at 1:30 p.m. It's friendly competition, with just enough bragging rights to keep things interesting.

Heaslip Ford

Heaslip Ford is proud to support The Royal Canadian Legion and wants to make sure you’re aware of the Legion's Win Big Giveaway Contest! Join for free for 2026, renew your membership for 2027 before December 19, 2026, and be automatically entered for a chance to win! It’s our way of saying thank you for stepping up to support Canada’s Veterans and for 100 years of service!

From All of Us at Heaslip Ford in Hagersville, thank you for supporting the organizations that strengthen our community. Best of Luck!

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Hagersville

Bring your instrument, your singing voice, or just your applause to the Hagersville Legion's Open Jam on Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. Burl LaForme and friends will keep the music flowing.

Get your car sparkling while supporting a great cause. The Hagersville and Townsend Lions are hosting a charity car wash Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic School, with proceeds going to Campfire Circle.

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Jarvis / Nanticoke / Townsend

Treat yourself to the Rhythm & Berries Social at the Nanticoke Community Hall on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Expect fancy sandwiches, dessert flights, fresh juices, and live music. Your diet can restart on Monday.

JD Comfort takes the stage at Just John's tonight. Grab a drink, find a seat, and enjoy an evening of live local music.

Paul Harris brings live music to Concession Road Brewery on Saturday at 6 p.m. Great music and great beer is a combination that's hard to argue with.

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Nearby

Dust off your boots because the Norfolk Rodeo rides into Timmermans Ranch this weekend. Expect bull riding, barrel racing, live entertainment, and enough cowboy hats to block out the sun.

The Port Dover Lions Silver Lake Market is back Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pick up fresh produce, baked goods, handmade treasures, and maybe a few things you never knew you needed.

Tom Petty fans won't want to miss We Ain't Petty at Frisky Beaver Winery on Saturday night. Bring a lawn chair, sing along, and enjoy an evening of classic rock under the summer sky.

If Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers were the soundtrack to your road trips, don't miss the Dolly & Kenny tribute show Sunday at the Gathering Place by the Grand. It's a feel-good afternoon of country classics and plenty of singalongs.

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