So what’s happening in Prince Edward County that may interest you?
Let’s take a look!
Scarecrow Festival
Details: Build your own scarecrow with provided materials—family-friendly fun.
Date: October 11–12, 2025
Location: Macaulay Heritage Park, 35 Church St, Picton.
Ghost Walk with the Paranormal Seekers
Details: A spooky guided walk through haunted history.
Date & Time: October 4, 2025 | Evening
Location: Ameliasburgh Heritage Village, 517 County Rd 19, Ameliasburgh
Graveyard & Gallows Candlelight Walking Tour
Details: Historical walking tour with eerie tales.
Date: October 16–23, 2025
Location: Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton
Starry, Starry Night – Author Talk
Details: Author Shani Mootoo in conversation with Carlyn Moulton. Books available for purchase via Books & Company.
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Picton Branch Library, 208 Main Street, Picton
Cosmic Journey & Night Sky Adventure
Details: Hosted by South Shore Joint Initiative and Royal Astronomical Society, Belleville. Explore the life and legacy of astronomer Vera C. Rubin.
Date & Time: Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Picton Library – Flex Space, 208 Main Street, Picton
Active Living Programs for Seniors (60+)
Details: Includes Tai Chi, dancing, coffee socials, walking groups, fitness, and arts classes. Online and in-person options available.
Date & Time: Weekdays throughout October
Location: Various locations across Prince Edward County
Live Music at The Waring House
Details: Enjoy local musicians, dining, and country inn hospitality.
Date & Time: Ongoing, various evenings
Location: The Waring House, 395 Sandy Hook Road, Picton
Playgroups at The HUB Child and Family Centre
Details: Programs for children (birth to 6 years) and families. Includes play, learning, and support from early childhood professionals.
Date & Time: Ongoing (Pre-registration required)
Location: The HUB Child and Family Centre, 10 McFarland Court, Picton
Terror at Macaulay 4: Echoes of the Sisters
- Date: October 24–31, 2025
- Location: Macaulay Heritage Park
- Details: Haunted house experience with theatrical storytelling.
Halloween at Goolingham’s
- Date: October 25, 2025
- Location: Gillingham Brewing Company, 1316 Wilson Rd, Prince Edward
- Details: Halloween-themed party with brews and costumes.
Halloween on Halloween!
- Date: October 31, 2025
- Location: The Regent Theatre, 224 Main St, Picton
- Details: Spooky entertainment and community celebration.
🍽️ Food & Drink
Fall Countylicious
- Date: October 23 – November 16, 2025
- Location: Various restaurants across Prince Edward County
- Details: Prix fixe menus featuring local ingredients. Participating restaurants announced October 5.
🎨 Arts & Workshops
Crisscross Bookbinding Workshop with Lucy Sterezylo
- Date: October 4, 2025
- Location: County Arts Lab, 206 Main St, Picton
- Details: Learn traditional bookbinding techniques.
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
Men Without Hats + Spoons
- Date: October 4, 2025
- Location: Base31, 343 County Rd 22, Picton
- Details: Live concert featuring iconic Canadian bands.
OH, CANADA! – The Country Church Players
- Date: October 4, 2025
- Location: Venue TBA
- Details: Musical theatre performance celebrating Canadian heritage.
