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

May 22, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 9 minutes

This edition has a little bit of everything. Live music? Plenty of it. Comedy shows? Yep. Markets, karaoke, trivia, drag racing, bingo, candle making, pickleball, family activities, line dancing, and even a western-themed high tea somehow made the list this week. Haldimand County continues to prove that you really can go from a perch dinner to a no-prep drag race in the same weekend if you plan things correctly.

One thing that always stands out while putting these newsletters together is just how many local organizations and businesses are constantly working to bring people together. Churches are fundraising, community groups are organizing activities, local venues are booking entertainment, volunteers are running events, and businesses keep finding creative ways to give people a reason to stop by and stick around awhile. That stuff matters more than people sometimes realize.

A reminder too that if you’ve got an upcoming event, fundraiser, concert, market, or community gathering, send it our way. There’s always room for more in the Pulse.

As always, thanks for reading, supporting local, and continuing to make Haldimand County the kind of place where there’s always something happening if you’re willing to leave the house for a couple of hours.

THE LOCAL SCOOP

What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Weekend

At the Train Station in Caledonia

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]

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SHELLEY ANN BENTLEY

I am proud to be seeking re-election as Mayor of Haldimand County. Serving this community has been an honour, and I remain committed to listening to residents and working together on practical solutions. Over the past term, I have focused on infrastructure, supporting small businesses, seniors, mental health initiatives, and building strong relationships across our community. I will continue working to keep taxes low while protecting what makes Haldimand County such a great place to live.

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WIN WITH HALDIMAND COUNTY PULSE

Congratulations to Stacey Sherwood and Jacquie Smith, both of Dunnville, who each won a $30 gift certificate to Shelly’s Family Dining in Kohler!

Watch this space for our next giveaway

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEKEND

ACROSS HALDIMAND COUNTY

Have you seen our article about Flora’s Walk in Haldimand this weekend?

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Caledonia

Flora’s Walk in support of perinatal mental health takes place Saturday at the fairgrounds from 11 am to 1 pm. The event also features a Mom Market, bringing together local vendors, community support, and resources for families across the area.

The Caledonia Lightning Ringette Scrap Drive takes place Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm at the fairgrounds. Have scrap metal or unwanted items to get rid of? Place them outside for pickup and help support local athletes at the same time. A productive way to clean up the yard without pretending you were “going to use that someday.”

Hammer Hogs has a full weekend lined up with karaoke on Friday night for the brave souls willing to grab the mic, plus live music on Saturday to keep the party rolling.

Live music returns to the Caledonia Legion tonight with Cam Silver taking the stage. A good chance to kick back, grab a drink, and ease into the weekend with some local entertainment.

Think you’re a trivia genius? Hammer Hogs is putting that confidence to the test Monday night with trivia action that usually starts friendly and ends with people arguing over movie release dates.

There’s plenty happening at Cypres 55+ today with a walking group, line dancing, and an information session about the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Plan. Monday also brings euchre, where the cards get competitive surprisingly fast once somebody starts counting trump out loud.

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Cayuga

Things are about to get loud at Toronto Motorsports Park this Saturday with King of the North – No Prep taking over the track. Expect serious horsepower, tire smoke, and enough engine noise to rattle your iced coffee.

Cayuga Home Hardware is celebrating its 10th anniversary this weekend with a weekend full of events. Today all the local dignitaries and business leaders will be on hand. On Saturday, a celebration featuring a complimentary BBQ, petting zoo, bouncy castle, and more. Then on Sunday, get pet portraits with your animal.

Pickleball returns Monday night at the high school with social play starting at 6:30 pm and competitive games beginning at 8:30 pm. Whether you’re there for fun or fully prepared to defend your honour with a paddle, there’s room on the court.

Curious about outdoor learning? River Road Nature School is hosting an open house on Sunday from 12 pm to 2 pm. Drop in, look around, meet the team, and see what learning looks like when the classroom has fresh air and mud puddles. No RSVP required.

Card Bingo returns to the Legion on Saturday at 1:30 pm. Bring your lucky dabber, your game face, and maybe a little extra confidence if you’ve been on a hot streak lately.

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Monday’s jackpot is estimated at $4,200

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Dunnville

Julia’s Catch the Ace in Dunnville is climbing again with an estimated jackpot of $4,200. Tickets are available in person six days a week or online at JuliasCatchTheAceDunnville.ca ahead of the Monday night draw at 8 pm. Somebody’s already mentally spending it.

The Dunnville Farmers’ Market is back Saturday morning from 7 am to noon with fresh produce, baked goods, local vendors, and at least one person carrying far more plants than they planned on buying.

Think you know your music? Squires is hosting Name That Tune tonight at 7 pm. Prepare to confidently shout wrong answers in public while one table somehow identifies songs from three drumbeats.

The Mudcat is serving up a full weekend of entertainment with Steel City Soundwave performing Saturday night, followed by karaoke Sunday starting at 3 pm. Warm up those vocal cords or just enjoy watching other people risk theirs.

Need something fixed? The Repair Café returns to the Minga on Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. Bring your broken household items, small appliances, or repairs you’ve been avoiding since 2022.

St. Michael’s Church is holding its 3rd annual Yard Sale Fundraiser Sat & Sun from 8-2.

New Amsterdam has live music lined up all weekend, with Renegade performing tonight and Samantha Ava taking the stage Sunday afternoon.

The Dunnville Legion is keeping things busy with bingo Saturday from 1 pm to 3 pm and karaoke Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm. One involves lucky numbers. The other involves brave song choices.

Celebrate with Erica and Jacob at their Stag & Doe happening Saturday night at 7pm at the Lifespan Centre. Expect games, prizes, dancing, and the kind of fundraising energy that somehow convinces everyone they absolutely need another raffle ticket.

Designer Purse Bingo takes over the Optimist Hall on Sunday at 7pm. A night of bingo, laughs, and serious competition once those purse prizes start getting claimed.

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Fisherville / Nanticoke/ Selkirk / South Cayuga

South Cayuga Baptist Church is celebrating its 173rd anniversary on Sunday at 10:30 am with a musical morning featuring Breeze Creek. A milestone like that deserves a pretty good turnout.

Faith Centennial United Church is hosting a Soup & Sandwich Lunch on Monday from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Good food, good company, and no dishes waiting for you afterward.

Selkirk Community Centre is hosting Seniors Hoss on Monday at 1:30 pm. Cards, conversation, and at least one player insisting they “never get good hands” all afternoon.

Step back in time at Cottonwood Mansion with tours on Friday and Saturday. A great chance to check out one of the area’s historic landmarks and hear stories from another era.

Heaslip Ford

Celebrate with Heaslip Ford during their 71st Anniversary Sales Event, May 25th to 30th! Enjoy Charity BBQs on May 25th & 27th, and the Burger Barn BBQ on May 29th & 30th. Rock “N” Ray Michael’s Road Show is on-site May 30th from 9 am to 3 pm, along with the Drive 4UR Community Event in support of the Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice. Receive a $500 VISA Gift Card with vehicles purchased or leased during this event! *Excludes A/X/Z/D/F-Plan & First Responders Bonus purchases. Visit 18 Main Street South, Hagersville.

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Hagersville

To kick off their 71st Anniversary Sale, Heaslip Ford is hosting a Charity BBQ on Monday from 11 am to 1 pm in support of Hagersville Elementary School’s Playground Project. Stop by for lunch, support a great local cause, and celebrate more than seven decades of community support.

Dust off your boots and head to Main 88 tonight for Country Music DJ Night. Expect country favourites, dancing, and at least one person confidently attempting line dancing after two drinks.

Due to demand, Muck’s in Hagersville has added a second show tonight for Eric Johnston’s Sun of a Bull Comedy Tour. Tickets are still available if you’re looking for a night of laughs and stories that probably shouldn’t be repeated at family dinner.

Treasure hunters, bargain lovers, and people who absolutely do not need another coffee mug should check out the Balmoral UCW Yard Sale on Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm at 3786 Highway 3.

Hagersville United Church is putting a western spin on High Tea this Saturday from 12 pm to 1:30 pm. Expect tea, treats, and at least a few cowboy hats that have never seen actual farm work.

Toronto Motorsports Park

Double the action Saturday, May 23rd at Toronto Motorsports Park. Starting at 10 am with CJR Performance Import vs Domestic, fast cars and intense racing until 5 pm. Then at 5 pm, King of the North No Prep takes over with Backside Brawl; no glue, no perfect lanes, just raw nerve and horsepower until 11 pm. Spectators $30 each event. Local residents from Haldimand, Norfolk, Six Nations, and MCFN get 2-for-1 admission. Daytime ticket includes evening show.

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Jarvis

The WAFMA Barn Dance returns Saturday night at 2050 Hwy 6 South in Jarvis, featuring the Edwards Band. Doors open at 8 pm, so dust off the boots and prepare for an old-school night on the dance floor.

Come hungry to the Chalmers Presbyterian Church Perch Dinner on Saturday from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. A good perch dinner has a way of making people suddenly forget they had other plans.

Looking for a Friday night soundtrack? Felicia McMinn is performing tonight at Just John’s in Hagersville. Great music, cold drinks, and a solid excuse to avoid cooking dinner.

Get creative tonight at Concession Road Brewing with a pour painting class that pairs craft beer with a little controlled chaos. Then on Saturday, Alfie Smith takes the stage at 6 pm for an evening of live music. On Sunday at 12:30 pm, Pleasant Ridge Candle Co. returns with a DIY candle-making experience in the taproom.

Bring the family out to Jarvis Community Church on Monday night at 7 pm for Family Archery. Whether you’ve got Robin Hood skills or can barely hit hay bales, it’s a fun way to try something different together.

Seasoned Souls returns to Jarvis Community Church tonight with an evening for seniors 55+ featuring dinner at 6 pm, followed by entertainment from 7 pm to 8 pm. Good food, good company, and a night out that doesn’t require staying awake until midnight.

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Nearby

Take a trip back in time tonight at 7 pm as The Moonlighters perform at 447 Wing, bringing early rock and roll favourites from the 1950s and 1960s to the stage. Expect classics, dancing, and at least a few people suddenly remembering every word.

The Wentworth Medieval Faire takes over the Ancaster Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm. Knights, vendors, costumes, entertainment, and enough medieval chaos to make your group chat sound oddly formal for the rest of the weekend.

Treasure hunters and bargain seekers can head to the Norfolk Fairgrounds’ Great Garage Sale on Saturday, starting at 8 am. One person’s “we should get rid of this” is another person’s greatest marketplace find of the summer.

Haldimand County Information

Haldimand County Events

Checked our Haldimand County Events page lately? Browse what’s coming up or add your own and get it in front of people who actually show up.

Haldimand County Jobs

Our Haldimand County Jobs section is now on our website, with extra details when we’ve got them. Updated every couple of days, because outdated listings are useless.

Places to Rent in Haldimand County

Looking for a place or have one to list? Our rentals page features apartments and Houses for Rent in Haldimand County. If we missed one, let us know. We like knowing things.

Houses for Sale in Haldimand County

House hunting or just seeing what your money gets you these days? Our Houses for Sale in Haldimand County page keeps everything in one place so you can scroll, compare, and quietly judge prices.

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