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

January 16, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 16 minutes

If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll “see how the weekend feels,” consider this your gentle nudge to actually make a plan. This issue is packed with hockey nights, live music, skating sessions, cards, trivia, fitness classes, and a few community happenings that prove there is always something going on if you’re paying attention.

Whether you’re looking to cheer, sing, stretch, shuffle cards, or just get out of the house for an hour, there’s plenty here to choose from. Scroll through, circle one or two things that sound good, and give future you something to look forward to. Staying home is always an option, but where’s the fun in that?

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What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Week

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEK

ACROSS HALDIMAND COUNTY

Potholes are showing up early thanks to wild weather. Spot one? Report it at 905-318-5932 and save your tires, your suspension, and your sanity.

Caledonia

Cornhole takes over Caledonia Lions Hall Saturday, starting at 11. Toss some bags, cheer loudly, and take questionable pride in your aim.

Warm up your vocal cords. Karaoke hits Hammer Hogs Friday night, confidence encouraged, and song choices judged only a little.

Skates are on at Caledonia Arena this weekend. Today has adult shinny and beginner skate. Saturday offers public skating. Monday adds teen shinny and beginner skate.

Line dancing steps off today at 11:15 at Cypress 55+. Monday brings euchre at 1, friendly competition included.

Free yoga hits Sunday at 1:30 at Drip Hot Yoga. Stretch, breathe, and reset without spending a dollar. Low stress, high reward, no experience required.

Saturday night brings live music to Hammer Hogs with Darren Hancock. Good tunes, easy energy, and a solid reason to stay out.

Home ice energy hits Saturday night as the Corvairs face Port Colborne. Puck drops at 7:30, and the crowd will be loud.

The Haldimand Vibes Wellbeing and Craft Expo takes place Sunday from 11 to 4 at Caledonia Lions Hall. Browse makers, wellness goods, and feel-good ideas.

Trivia returns Monday at Hammer Hogs. Bring your smartest friend, order snacks, and prepare to be humbled by a random question.

Maria’s Mop & Bucket

Winter blahs hanging around like dust on your baseboards? The fastest cure isn’t a vacation, it’s Maria’s Mop & Bucket. Come home to a house that smells clean, looks sharp, and feels like you finally have your life together. You relax. They clean. Everybody wins. Book once and wonder why you waited.

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Cayuga

Cayuga Arena has beginner skating on Saturday and public skating on Sunday at 1. Monday afternoon brings teen shinny, so the weekend fun can keep going a little longer.

Little Dings is hosting Ladies’ Night Saturday at 7. Enjoy a personalized buffet and complimentary drinks, plus the rare joy of dressing up with zero agenda.

Dunnville

Family volleyball is on tonight at the high school from 7–8:30. All skills welcome, good vibes required, and someone will definitely yell “mine” at the wrong time.

Dunnville Arena has open figure skating on Friday at 4 and public skating on Sunday at 2. Monday brings adult skate, children’s stick & puck, and teen shinny. Pick your ice time.

It’s Alumni Night for the Dunnville Jr. Mudcats tonight. Puck drops at 7:30, and the nostalgia will be louder than the horn. Come cheer them on.

Steel City Soundwave hits the stage at The Mudcat Saturday night at 8. Bring your crew, grab a drink, and let the music do the heavy lifting.

Mah Jongg at the Dunnville Library runs on Friday and Monday, the 19th, from 1-3. All levels welcome, whether you’re learning or quietly dominating.

Bingo is on at the Dunnville Legion on Saturday from 1-3. Grab a dabber, claim a seat, and get ready to take “one more game” very seriously.

Sunday karaoke hits at 3 at The Mudcat. Bold song choices, brave vocals, and a crowd that cheers like everyone’s a headliner.

Fisherville / Nanticoke/ Selkirk / South Cayuga

Hoss cards are on Monday at 1:30 PM at Selkirk Community Centre. Bring your luck, your snack money, and your best “I totally meant to play that” face.

The Fisherville Lions ice rink is almost ready. Please stay off it until it’s fully frozen so it doesn’t get wrecked before it opens. They’re hoping it’ll be good to go by Tuesday.

Cottonwood Mansion is offering tours today. If you love local history and a little respectful snooping, this is your chance.

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Hagersville

Chili lunch is on at Hagersville United Church on Friday, Jan 16, from 11-12:30. Takeout only, so you get the comfort food without the crowd.

Hagersville Arena has teen shinny and public skating tonight, plus public skating on Sunday. Monday brings open figure skating, so your skates can stay busy all weekend.

Live music hits Plank Road Friday at 8 with Coast to Coast. Bring a friend, grab a seat, and let the night do its thing.

Darts take over Monday night at 7 at the Hagersville Legion. Steady hands, friendly competition, and just enough chirping to keep it interesting.

Sit to Be Fit happens Monday morning at 10 at the H.A.C. Gentle movement, good company, and your joints will send a thank you note.

Jarvis

Cam Silver plays live at Just Johns Friday from 7-10. Easy night out, good tunes, and a solid excuse to stay for “one more song.”

Concession Road Brewing has Dan Walsh live on Friday at 6. Grab a drink, claim a seat, and let the weekend start early.

Stitch-N-Sip returns to the Jarvis Library on Monday from 1-3. Bring your knitting, quilting, felting, or any fiber project and socialize while you create.

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Near Haldimand County

Julian Taylor and Logan Staats hit the stage Saturday at 7:30 at FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre in St. Catharines. Expect great songwriting, strong vocals, and a night that feels like a proper treat.

The Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra performs Saturday at 3 at FirstOntario Hamilton. Fancy plans without the fancy attitude required. Just show up and let the music do its thing.

Ventriloquist Michael Harrison performs Friday night at FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre in St. Catharines. Comedy, sharp timing, and a puppet that somehow says what everyone’s thinking.

Super Sunday is on at Six Nations Bingo this Sunday. Clear your afternoon, bring your lucky charm, and prepare to take “one more game” very seriously.

Live music at The Slye Fox in Binbrook tonight at 7:30 with Steve Sinnicks. Great excuse to get out, grab a drink, and pretend you’re just there for the atmosphere.

Curious about bees and brave enough to start? Beekeeping for Beginners lands Saturday at Generations Marketplace. Learn the basics, ask questions, and leave buzzing with new knowledge.

Mykul plays Saturday night at The Slye Fox. Good tunes, good energy, and a strong chance your “quick stop” turns into a full night.

The Terra Winter Market runs Saturday from 10-3 at TERRA Hamilton on Hwy 20. Shop local makers, baked goods, and cozy finds, plus you get to feel productive while browsing.

Haldimand County Information

Haldimand County Events

We’ve launched a shiny new Haldimand County Events. See what’s coming up or add your own event and get it in front of people who actually leave the house.

Haldimand County Jobs

Our Haldimand County Jobs section now lives on our website, with more details when available. It’s updated every couple of days, because nobody likes stale job listings.

Places to Rent in Haldimand County

Looking for a place or know of one? Our rentals page features apartments and Houses for Rent in Haldimand County. If we’re missing one, tell us. We’re nosy like that.

Houses for Sale in Haldimand County

House hunting or helping someone escape the city? We’ve got a Houses for Sale in Haldimand County page, because real estate scrolling is basically a hobby now.

Get & Give Help in Haldimand County

Caledonia Presbyterian on Argyle St N needs help restocking its food pantry. Drop off non-perishable food and toiletries, and share what you can with neighbours who need a hand.

Need help covering the cost of camps, sports, swimming, or lessons? Haldimand County offers fee assistance so every child can join the fun.

Grab a free, healthy lunch every Friday at the Cayuga Community Cafe inside St. John the Divine Church. Simple, nutritious, and served with a smile.

There’s a new community pantry behind Caledonia Presbyterian Church. Take what you need, leave what you can, and help keep the shelf stocked. Simple idea, big impact, pure neighbour helping neighbour.

Start your day right with a free breakfast at Bistro 103. Drop by Monday, Thursday, or Friday at the Community Cafe, 103 Inverness St. in Caledonia.

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