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Here's What's Happening in Haldimand County This Weekend 💛
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Haldimand County is turning up the heat this weekend, and you won't want to miss a second of it! Between Dunnville’s Mudcat Festival kicking off Thursday through Sunday, the excitement of Friday the 13th, and Father’s Day celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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🍦 THE LOCAL SCOOP
What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Week

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEK
Everywhere
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Caledonia
Cruise the Grand River on Tuesday night from 6-9 PM with the Middleport Heritage Society fundraiser, featuring guest speaker Karen Richardson.
Fresh produce, baked goods, and local treats await! Stop by the Caledonia Farmer’s Market this Thursday from 2-7 PM and shop local.
Enjoy a Penny Sale and Potluck Supper at Caledonia Grace United Church on June 11 at 5:30. Hosted by the Caledonia Grand River Quilt Guild, there are over 100 prizes to be won.
Step aboard a sunset riverboat cruise as Indigenous storyteller Norma Jacobs brings the Grand River to life with captivating water tales. Hosted by All Things Tea, 6:30–8:30 PM.
Cypress 55+ is brimming with fun this week—break a sweat with cardio fit, find your zen in yoga, shout bingo! or master line dancing. Your calendar just got busier.
Shuffle up and deal! Euchre fans, the Caledonia Legion is the spot this Thursday. Choose your game time—2 PM or 7 PM—and show off your card skills.
Wednesday nights are alive at Ye Olde Squire with Phil Botting bringing the tunes. Sip your favourite drink, soak in the live music, and let the week fade away.
The Norfolk County Fairgrounds Festival, presented by Edward Jones, Beer & Beach edition, takes place June 14 and offers an energetic lineup of talent, including The Treeline, Benjamin Dakota Rogers, Born in the Eighties, Conor Gains, Bucking Broncos and headliner Dwayne Gretzky, Canada's ultimate party band. This 19+ event celebrates music, community, and sunshine with unforgettable live performances spanning folk, rock, blues, and pop. The one-day festival features local beverages, beach games and sing-along vibes all day! Tickets at fairgroundsfestival.ca. |
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Cayuga
Caruso’s has Run the Plank, Different Rich, and Cody Voyer live on Thursday night - doors open at 7:30, music starts at 8.
Join the lively book discussion group at St. John the Divine Church in Cayuga on Thursday from 1-3, featuring personal home library talks and a book exchange.
Network, chat, and connect at the Haldimand County Business Networking Group gathering Wednesday, 6-8 PM, hosted at Caruso’s.
Support local youth with the Optimist Club of Haldimand's Perch Dinner fundraiser! Pre-order by Thursday and pick up your meal on June 20.
Hospitality for Hospice’s 2025 fundraiser hits Twisted Lemon tonight—don’t miss a fantastic evening for a meaningful cause.
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Dunnville
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Mudcat Festival launches Thursday at 5 PM with live music, vendors, and food trucks. Friday night, bring a blanket for movie night under the stars in Central Park.
Show off your music chops at Squire’s tonight—Name That Song starts at 7 PM.
Time’s ticking to grab your tickets for Dunnville Community Theatre’s Murder Mystery Dinner at the Optimist Club—get them this week before they vanish faster than clues at the scene.
Craving a burger with a side of generosity? Head to Turkstra Lumber this Friday, 11 AM–1 PM, for a BBQ burger supporting the Youth Impact Centre. Great eats, greater cause.
Celebrate Father’s Day early with Free Family Art Night at Passmore’s Diner on June 12 from 3 PM to 7 PM. Creative fun and great company await you.
Stock up on farm-fresh finds and unique local treasures at the Dunnville Farmer’s Market—it’s the tastiest way to start your weekend.
Time’s running out to adopt a duck for the Mudcat Duck Race. Don’t let your winning quacker slip away.
The Dunnville Legion serves up a Friday the 13th feast with breakfast from 7-10, fish fry in the evening, and a Sunday cornhole showdown from 11-4.
Veterans, enjoy free peameal on a bun for breakfast and fish & chips from 4-7 this Friday at the Dunnville Legion—thank you for your service!
Cam Silver plays at New Amsterdam’s Open Mic night on Thursday at 7.
Kick off Thursday with drop-in exercises and a 10 AM social, then shuffle into some friendly euchre at 1 PM, thanks to Haldimand-Norfolk Community Senior Support Services.
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Fisherville / Selkirk / South Cayuga
Classic cars meet creamy delights this Thursday night at Three Seasons Ice Cream Parlour on Rainham Rd. Enjoy a cone while admiring shiny chrome under the evening sky.
Catch live tunes on The TAV’s patio this Sunday from 1 to 4—good music, fresh air, and your favourite drinks.
Step up to the mic this Wednesday at The TAV’s Open Mic Night from 7 to 9. Whether you sing or spectate, it’s all fun.
Feeling lucky? Head to Fisherville Community Centre this Wednesday for Catch the Ace. With a jackpot near $47,900, your midweek could get a lot more exciting.
Hagersville
Warm up your vocal cords—karaoke takes center stage tonight at Main 88. Grab the mic, hit your favourite notes, and let the good times roll.
This Thursday, the H.A.C. is serving up a Father’s Day and Biker’s Brunch at 42 Main St S. from 11 to 12. Food, bikes, and great company await.
Got talent? Prove it! Open Mic Night is on tonight at Plank Rd. Whether you’re a pro or just testing the waters, the stage is all yours.
Kick off your Wednesday night with roaring engines and live music at Plank Road’s Bike Night. Coast 2 Coast will keep the energy high from 6 to 9.
Discover how aging and dementia impact eating habits at a free education session today from 12:30 to 3:30 at Hagersville United Church—knowledge that truly nourishes.
Shop fresh and local this Wednesday morning from 7 to noon at the Hagersville Farmer’s Market. Perfect produce and tasty treats await to brighten your week.
The Catch the Ace jackpot in Hagersville has soared! Grab a ticket and see if fortune favours you—it could be your lucky break.
Jarvis
Euchre takes the spotlight Wednesday at 7 PM, and trivia steals the show Thursday at 7 PM at Concession Road Brewing Co. Get there early—it’s game time.
My Family’s Closet pops up at Townsend Community Church Friday, 6-9 PM, and Saturday, 9-12 PM. Everything’s just $1—score some great finds without breaking the bank.
Join the Jarvis Walking Group on Thursday at 6 PM at Lions Park Pavilion. Bring your best stride and a food bank donation. It’s fitness with a purpose.
Nearby
Bikers are gearing up to roll into Port Dover this Friday the 13th, bringing the roar of engines and a sea of leather to the area.
Make meaningful connections on Wednesday at 11:30 as the West Lincoln Chamber hosts a networking event at the scenic Riverside Oasis Farm in Wellandport.
Take to the skies! Passenger flights at the Warplane Museum are officially up and running for the 2025 season.
Trucks, tractors, and a whole lot of horsepower—Friday’s Walsh Truck & Tractor Pull at Donnybrook Fairgrounds is revving up for some serious action.
Sharpen your wit and bring your A-team to trivia night this Wednesday at The Slye Fox in Binbrook. Brains over brawn—who’s in?
Unwind your Wednesday evening with Sharla Ross and Company at Burning Kiln Winery from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Great wine, live music, and good times await.
Feel the thrill at Bike Night this Thursday at The Slye Fox in Binbrook. Riders and admirers alike can enjoy great company, cold drinks, and awesome live music.
Show off your vocal chops at Your Neighbourhood Pizza Co. in Beamsville this Thursday. Grab a slice, take the mic, and let the crowd cheer you on.
Learn Something New
Edible weeds in your garden? Learn how to identify, harvest, and maybe even love them at Generations Marketplace in Townsend this Thursday at 6 pm. Let your garden surprise you!
Help Wanted / Vendors Wanted
Cayuga Home Hardware is hiring a part-time team member with DIY experience.
Wendy’s in Dunnville is hiring a Shift Manager.
Stacked Pancake House in Caledonia is hiring a Daytime Hostess.
Edgewater Gardens in Dunnville is hiring a PSW.
The Haldimand Physiotherapy Centre is hiring a part-time Physiotherapy Assistant/Receptionist.
Haldimand Hands on Health is hiring an RMT.
Plank Road in Hagersville is hiring a Line Cook/ Prep Cook.
The Beer Store in Dunnville is hiring part-time Retail Staff.
Firewings in Jarvis is hiring a Bartender and Server.
Caruso’s in Cayuga is hiring a Server.
Pizza Depot in Hagersville is hiring a Cook.
Chapas Cafe (Pothos) in Dunnville is hiring a full-time Head Cook
Breathe Wellness in Smithville is hiring an RMT.
Giant Tiger in Hagersville is hiring a Softgoods Associate.
Hedley, McLachlin & Attema in Dunnville is hiring a Bookkeeper/Legal Assistant.
Get & Give Help
Got a gently used single stroller gathering dust? Halimand Pregnancy Care & Family Centre could use it to help families in need—donate today and make a difference.
Calling all big-hearted helpers (ages 12+)! Jarvis Community VBS needs volunteers to make their 2025 Magnified VBS Week unforgettable. Join the fun August 11-15, even for a day.
Looking for a bite to eat? The Cayuga Community Cafe serves a simple and nutritious lunch every Friday, and it’s completely free.
Enjoy a free, healthy, and delicious breakfast at Bistro 103. Visit them Monday, Thursday, or Friday at the Community Cafe, 103 Inverness St., Caledonia.
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