Prince Edward County might sparkle in the summer, but our autumns shine the brightest! We are fortunate to have so many wonderful community members and groups putting on a full fall show – from harvest fun to Halloween and into the holiday season! Because this post spans three activity-filled months, we’ve kept several events from last year as placeholders in hopes they will be back in 2025! Be sure to check back regularly as new events will be confirmed and added as we go. As always, feel free to send along any missing info to andrea@pecparents.ca.

We hope you enjoy this guide to a fun, family-friendly October, November, and December in beautiful Prince Edward County!

Note – when a month ends we move it down to the bottom of the post to reduce the need for scrolling.

And make sure to check out our Activities Pages for info about kids’ arts classes, sports and fitness activities, clubs, and more.

Image – November 2025 Picton Holiday Night Market

Special events

DECEMBER

Thursday December 4th – Santa visits Ameliasburgh Heritage Village from 4-7 p.m. “Bring your list and hand it to Santa in person! Stay and play for some family time with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Be sure to bring your camera to capture a few festive photos, and if you’re able, bring along an item or two for the local food bank.” FB event here.

December 4th-December 21st – For a donation to the PEC Memorial Hospital Foundation, you and yours can have a photo taken in front of a beautiful festive setting at the Eddie Hotel & Farm. Photo taking will happen Thursdays through Sundays between Noon and 6 PM starting on Thursday, December 4th and running through Sunday, December 21st, 2025. Reserve here.

Friday December 5th and Saturday December 6th – Emmanuel Baptist Church hosts “an illuminated hay-ride through the Christmas story with live actors and animals (drive-through also available). After seeing the Christmas story, come inside for some hot chocolate or apple cider, goodies, and live Christmas music.” Facebook event here.

Saturday December 6th – It’s Ameliasburgh’s Christmas in the Village from 12-3! Hop-on-and-off the Horse-Drawn Wagon to make your way between our three event locations. Soups and crafts at the Masonic Hall; vendors and hot chocolate at the Ameliaburgh Town Hall; and Santa visits, more crafts, historic demos, and treats at Ameliasburgh Heritage Village. FB event here.

Saturday December 6th is Breakfast with The Dukes (9 am Wellington Legion) and a Free Skate with Santa (11 am at the Wellington Arena)! Check The Dukes’ FB page for more info.

Sunday December 7th is Biglake Arts’ holiday concert, taking place at 3 pm at the Wellington United Church. Canadian Children’s Experience the wonder of the season through the voices of the Canadian Children’s Opera Company, CCOC, as their Principal Chorus and Young Artist Studio bring to life an enchanting program of holiday classics, winter songs, and timeless choral gems. With 70 singers filling the Wellington United Church, this concert will transport audiences into a soundscape of light, snow, and joy. Info and tickets here.

Sunday December 7th is Consecon’s Santa Claus Parade at 1 p.m.! From 11:30-1 at the Masonic Hall there will be FREE facepainting, balloon artist and food for the kids, and after the parade come back to the hall to meet Santa and get a photo. Santa has a goody for every kid. Reindeer feed station & free hot cocoa! For more info call Kim Laird at 613-849-5991.

Sunday December 7th is the Winter Wanderland Holiday Market at Wander the Resort! From 12-4 enjoy holiday shopping from local vendors, live music, bonfires, photos with Santa, plus a delicious market menu from Gather. And visits with the alpacas from Noble Beast Farms of course! Facebook event here.

Sunday December 7th from 11-4 is Alpaca Lane Farm’s Open House! Free admission – pet the alpacas, visit the ducks and chickens, kids’ colouring table, marshmallow roasting over the fire, photo booth inside the barn!

Saturday December 13th and Sunday December 14th is Christmas at Macaulay House from 12-4 both days. “Step inside historic Macaulay House at 35 Church Street and enjoy the warmth of a historic Christmas. Take a tour through the beautifully decorated home and sip a cup of hot cider as you take in the holiday spirit. There will also be crafts, stories, and plenty of festive cheer throughout the weekend. On Saturday at 1 PM, we’ll welcome The County Ensemble for a live musical performance. Of course, Santa will be joining us both days and will be collecting donations for the Foodbank!” FB event here.

Saturday December 13th from 9-11 a.m. is the Breakfast with Santa event at Athol Town Hall, organized by the Athol Rec Committee! Free admission (collecting non-perishable food donations for local foodbanks). Crafts for kids, books from County Kids Read, and breakfast with Santa!

Sunday December 14th – Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Milford Town Hall from 6-7:30 thanks to the South Marysburgh Recreation Committee! Gift bags for children aged 3-10 – register by December 7th by emailing events.in.sm@outlook.com.

Friday December 19th is Wellington Christmas Apres at Midtown Brewing Co from 7:30-9:30 p.m. – outdoors! With friends La Condesa, County Feasts, and more serving warm beverages, and lots of treats! Midtown FB page here.

Sunday December 21st is a community-hosted Hannukah celebration in The Pilot’s Lounge at Base 31 on 3:30–6:30 PM! Free entry, potluck dairy/veg meal, latkes, Menorah lighting, and more.

On Monday December 22nd kick off the school holidays at County Creative Studio with Alpacas! From 12-2, $20 tickets plus the cost of your pottery item! Register here.

Saturday Dec 27th and Sunday Dec 28th is VOIDfest – a series of musical performances happening throughout Picton in both likely and unlikely venues! Schedule here.

Catch the Holiday Hijinks Family Matinee comedy show on Sunday December 28th at 2 at Mount Tabor Theatre. Tickets here.

Wednesday December 31st – Noon Year’s Celebration from 11-2 at Josh’s Diner! Kid-approved beats, food and drink for purchase, countdown at noon.

Harvest

Pick-your-own (PYO) Produce

Apple (and soon pumpkin) picking is in full swing at Campbell’s Orchards in Carrying Place. Say hello to the resident animals, hit the playground, and reward yourselves with apple fritters and other treats. Check out their weekend Fall Farm Passes including corn mazes, wagon rides, and more.

Farm experiences

Struisvogel Ranch is offering both self-guided and behind-the-scenes Ostrich Tours, info here.

LOHA farms offers farm tours to meet their pigs, goats, chickens, ducks, and sheep; message them to book a time.

There are a few other farms where kids can interact (mostly from a distance) with farm animals:

• Hagerman Farms, just outside of Picton on the way to Bloomfield, is one of our favourite places to visit – enjoy a treat from Farmhouse Eats cafe (open seasonally), do your local produce shopping, and say hello to the animals hanging out in the outdoor pens.
• The petting zoo at Waupoos Estates Winery & Restaurant is currently closed, but you are welcome to walk up to the outdoor pens and say hello to some furry friends. It would be unwise to leave without sampling from the winery’s extensive array of chocolate, candy, and gelato treats across the street!
• Carson’s Garden & Market has a friendly goat herd on site.

Farmers’ markets

Most markets will be going until mid or late October, check their social feeds for updates! Stroll the stalls and sample the treats at the Wellington Farmers’ Market (Eddie Hotel & Farm, Saturdays 9-1), Wellington Community Market (next to Wellington Park and the United Church, Saturdays 9-1) and the Picton Town Hall Farmers’ Market (Sundays 9-1). Bonus – the latter two are both playground adjacent – Wellington Park and Benson Park respectively; and the Eddie Hotel & Farm offers lots of gorgeous nature to run around in.

Rainy / Any Day activities

Early ON PEC Playgroups happen from Monday – Saturday at both indoor and outdoor locations throughout the County. Check out the schedule and pre-register on the Hub Child & Family Centre website!

Wildlings Play Cafe is a 2400 sq ft indoor play area and cafe located at Base 31. Website here.

Check out the Public Skating schedule at the Prince Edward Community Centre (Picton Arena) and at the Wellington District Community Centre (Lehigh Arena) here. There are special times for Parent & Tot skating, Girls Stick and Puck, and Youth Shinny.

The Prince Edward Fitness and Aquatic Centre’s pool Public Swim has public swims on Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. and a Toonie Public Swim on the 3rd Tuesday evening of each month from 6:30-8. Contact PEFAC for rates.

The PEC Public Library offers a wide range of kids’ events throughout the week – check the Events calendar for details.

Three County Museums are open to the public from Wednesday-Sunday, 1-4 – Ameliasburgh Heritage Village, Macaulay Heritage Park, and Wellington Heritage Museum. Check their website for details.

Sunny day activities

Our beaches are beautiful all year round! The closing day for facilities at Sandbanks (Outlet, Dunes, or Lakeshore Beach) is October 27th and the facilities at North Beach close on October 5th, but you can still access both on foot. Wellington Beach is open and free to the public in the fall!

Enjoy art “en plein air” at the Oeno Gallery Sculpture Garden until October 31st. A new exhibition is installed each May, and the garden is open every day from dawn until dusk. Free, but donations welcome.

Escape Camp Picton offers one outdoor adventure (Master Spy Academy) and two indoor escape adventures (A Spy’s Workshop and The Secret Guild). Check out the “Age Restrictions” section in the FAQ for more info on playing with kids.

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OCTOBER

Every weekend in October – it’s Fall Farm Fest at Campbell’s Orchards – Corn maze (ticket needed), pumpkin patch, wagon rides (ticket needed), apple picking, and lots of sweet treats. Book advance online to avoid lineups! Info here.

Every day in October – The 2024 Deadnersville Halloween walk-through will run from 4-10 p.m. daily from October 1st-31st, with live actors “scaring” on the 31st. The experience features 140 feet of decorated covered canopy with 70 animatronics and mannequins and more. Free, but donations to benefit the Belleville General Hospital Foundation are welcome. The address is 1744 County Rd 3 (Rednersville Rd).

Nightmare in Allisonville is another Halloween walkthrough at 1906 Prince Edward County Rd #2! Watch their Facebook page for opening date and hours.

Every weekend – Free pumpkin painting activity at Prince Eddy’s Brewing Co.!

Saturday October 4th – It’s the launch – storytime and lantern craft! – of Faye’s Lanterns, a new book by local parents Eve Gane and Toby Tang at Books & Company at 10 a.m.

Thursday October 9th – Alternatives for Women hosts the annual Take Back The Night event along Picton Main Street – they’ll have supplies to make your own placard, chili, and activities for kids. Meet at Giant Tiger between 5 and 6, march leaves at 6. See their Facebook page for details.

Friday October 10th – The inaugural Day of the Girl Festival takes place at The Andrew on the October 10th PA Day! This event, hosted by Reaching for Rainbows, welcomes everyone and includes various activities that all ages can participate in to celebrate girls worldwide! Inspiring speakers (local youth leaders!) and performers in the morning, free lunch and free books on girls’ empowerment themes from County Kids Read, time with Heal With Horses therapy animals, and a variety of workshops in the afternoon. It’s recommended to RSVP here so they can make sure there’s enough food for everyone!

Friday October 10th – Discounted pottery painting at County Creative Studio for the PA Day.

Friday October 10th – Base 31 welcomes families to visit Base 31 for the PA Day – free entry to the Exhibition Hall, free pickleball, and there will be live music and food vendors too.

Saturday October 11th – Step into Lit Up: Oeno After Dark, a magical evening at Oeno Gallery’s Sculpture Garden, where 3 acres of winding paths and over 150 sculptures will be beautifully illuminated for a one-of-a-kind experience. In partnership with Picton’s Department of Illumination and other creative collaborators, the garden will be transformed into a glowing spectacle of light, sound, and performance. Monumental sculptures illuminated, captivating fire dancers, an ethereal performance by the Aurora Borealis choir, and award-winning musician Jesse Stewart leading a special interactive drumming performance. Dr Draw, an electrifying violinist, will also add another layer of sonic wonder to the evening. Tickets are required, you can purchase them here / Facebook event here.

Saturday October 11th – Sunday October 12th – This year, the annual Scarecrow Festival is hosted by Terror at Macaulay, NorthFIRE Circus & The County Museums with proceeds supporting the upcoming Terror at Macaulay event (see below!). Throughout the day, visitors can take part in family-friendly crafts, activities, and mini hula hooping lessons. Visit with the fortune teller or have your photo taken with the scarecrows! Then make your own scarecrow to take home or leave at the museum as decoration for our upcoming Halloween event. Admission to the grounds is free. Scarecrow-building kits are $40+fees – reserve yours here. Facebook event here.

Saturday October 11th – Sunday October 12th – Creasy’s Apple Dabble Farm is hosting wagon rides from 1-3 on Thanksgiving Saturday and Sunday! Facebook event here.

Saturday October 18th – The Prince Edward County Pumpkinfest takes place in Wellington! Parade at 10:30 am followed by music in the park, a Kid’s Zone in front of CML Snider School from 10-2, and a pumpkin weigh-off at noon (also at CML Snider).

Friday October 24th – The annual Sophiasburgh Howler dance takes place from 6:30-9! More details will be posted soon on their Facebook page.

Friday October 24th, Saturday October 25th, and Friday October 31st is Terror at Macaulay 4: Echoes of the Sisters – A family-friendly haunted walk-thru inside Macaulay House Museum that immerses you in the lives and folklore of the Fox Sisters. A scare zone for those who dare face the spiritual activity that the sisters once conjured. An apothecary where you can purchase brewed potions and fire-ready s’mores kits to ward off the chill. Tickets are sold in 15-minute intervals; you’ll enter the house in small groups for the full immersive experience. For those not wanting a fright, they suggest coming earlier to be in the light. Early Bird: $5 on sale until October 13th. Advance: $7. At the Door: $10. Children Under 4: Free. Tickets here, Facebook event here.

Saturday October 25th is Heal with Horses’ Halloween Spooktacular event from 12-5. Family fun for all ages: pony rides, small animal fun, face painting, magic potion making, and lots more! There is a small entry fee this year and each station or activity varies in price. Event info and tickets here.

Saturday October 25th – The Picton Rec Committee’s Pumpkin Contest (bring your own, pre-carved!) and costume celebration and the Department of Illumination’s Houndoween Dog Parade take place at Benson Park from 4-5. Free entry, costumes encouraged, and the Departemnt Check the Rec Committee FB page for details.

Saturday October 25th – Join the County Museums at the Ameliasburgh Heritage Village for Ameliasburgh After Dark from 5-7. Dress up in your costumes and go trick or treating in the historic village! Check out the carved pumpkins as you explore the grounds and see the buildings lit by candlelight. Best for ages 0-12, this event has a relaxed “spook” level and is appropriate for the little ones too. Facebook event here.

Sunday October 26th – The Bloomfield Recreation Committee is hosting an All Ages Halloween Party from 2-4 at Bloomfield Town Hall. Costumes optional, scavenger hunt, spooky snacks, games & crafts. Facebook event here.

Sunday October 26th – The Ameliasburgh Recreation Committee is hosting a Children’s Halloween Kids’ Dance Party from 2-4 at Ameliasburgh Town Hall. Click here for their Facebook page.

Sunday October 26th – The South Marysburgh Rec Committee is sponsoring a Milford Haunted Pirate Ship event from 6-7:30 p.m. Register your child ages 3-12 to receive their “treasure” by Monday October 20th by emailing events.in.sm@outlook.com. Food bank donations accepted.

Thursday October 30th is EarlyON PEC’s Baby Halloween Party from 1-3! Register here.

Friday October 31st – EarlyON PEC is hosting a Kids Halloween Party at the HUB space at 10 McFarland Court from 9-11:30! Costumes optional, Halloween crafts, sensory play, trick or treat! RSVP here.

Friday October 31st – Trick or treat indoors at The Wellings of Picton from 4-8!

Friday October 31st – Trick or treat at Crimson Cider Co from 5-8 p.m. – First 25 kids get a collector’s cup filled with a Vampire Blood slushie (non-alcoholic)! Info here.

NOVEMBER

Saturday November 1st is a Trick-or-Treat Hunt at County Cider Company! Candy, cider, fire, marshmallows – Facebook event here.

Sunday November 2nd is Lil Ghouls Day at Base 31! This is a free event from 1-4 – Spooky scavenger hunt, Parade/Costume Contest (Scariest, funniest, most creative/homemade, overall, group), Halloween crafts. While the kiddos enjoy their trick-or-treating, adults can unwind with a selection of paranormal-inspired cocktails. Info here.

Saturday November 8th – The Department of Illumination is hosting its annual Firelight Lantern Festival, with the most magical parade from Benson Park to Crystal Palace. Make your own lantern in the weeks leading up! Info here.

Saturday November 15th – The Picton Night Market returns from 5-8 p.m.! Picton Main Street will be closed off to cars, and filled with activities including sidewalk sales, a Smores station, live music, and more. Info here.

Sunday November 16th – Join Nella Casson at the Baxter Arts Centre to create larger-than-life holiday decorations for your home or a Bloomfield Nighttime Holiday Parade float! Workshops are from 10-12 and 1-3; no registration required.

Saturday Nov 22nd and Sunday Nov 23rd – Campbell’s Orchards hosts their Merry Market! Local Vendors from 10-4:30, Live music from 11:30-2:30, Visit with Santa from 11-2, Tacos from 11-3. Warm up by the bonfire and enjoy a cup of their hot cider!

Sunday November 23rd – Join Nella Casson at the Baxter Arts Centre to create larger-than-life holiday decorations for your home or a Bloomfield Nighttime Holiday Parade float! Workshops are from 10-12 and 1-3; no registration required.

Sunday November 23rd – Enjoy a free screening of the holiday classic “Elf” at The Regent Theatre at 11 a.m.! Info here.

Friday November 28th is the Bloomfield Nighttime Santa Parade! Streets close at 6 p.m., parade starts at 6:30. Details on their Facebook page here.

Friday November 28th-Sunday November 30th is the PEC Festival of Trees – There will be a silent auction of “trees” with inventive decorations, a bake sale, live entertainment, and Santa Claus will take photos with the kiddos. Friday 10-9, Saturday 10-7, Sunday 10-2.

Saturday November 29th – Join the Department of Illumination and the Picton BIA for the annual tree-lighting at the Picton Cenotaph (across from Tim Hortons). Free hot chocolate and cookies, and a holiday sing-along.

Saturday November 29th from 11-5 is the SWANA PEC Arts & Culture Festival at Picton Town Hall celebrating all things Middle Eastern. There will be storytelling for kids, how to open a pomegranate workshop for kids, colouring, crafts, baked goods, and face painting. All free! Register at swanapec.eventbrite.com.

Saturday November 29th is Base31’s Vintage Holiday Market at The Commissary + The Pilot’s Lounge from 10-4. Free entry to “enjoy vintage vendors, cozy fires, mulled wine, live art, and family-friendly fun — plus a photo with Mrs. Claus and gingerbread decorating for kids. Bring a pantry item for our local food bank and make the season a little brighter.” There are also workshops you can pay/sign up for. Info here.

Saturday November 29th – Santa comes to the Wellington Heritage Museum from 1-4 p.m.! Come to the space and write Santa letters and spend time with the big guy himself! Engage with the Toy display and help decorate a festive community Winter Village. Santa will also be collecting food bank donations in order to keep the spirit of community going after the event! Admission is by donation to the museum, or donation to the food bank. FB event here.

Sunday November 30th – Early on PEC hosts a Kick off to the Holidays Pop-Up at the Rotary Hall in the Picton Arena – come have some fun and get warm from 10-12:30 before the Santa Claus parade starts at 1 p.m. Free reindeer viewing ($10 polaroids with reindeer), Free cookie decorating with Half Kanga, free hot chocolate, free books from County Kids Read, crafts and games, The Grinch and the Snow Princess will be on site, and more!

Sunday November 30th – The Picton Santa Claus Parade along Main Street kicks off at 1 p.m.! Facebook page here.