25 Things to Do
People always say they are surprised by how many local events and activities are happening in South Frontenac year-round. From outdoor recreational opportunities, to environmental talks and presentations, to artist shows, live music and local festivals, there is so much to do!
Check out our 25 Things to Do in South Frontenac slideshow. Click on the image to take you to more information on most events. Anything with an asterisk is free. Enjoy!
25 Things to Do in South Frontenac
Fall 2024
Open Farm Days*
Aug.16-Sept. 20 – various locations
Connect with farmers and producers at open farm events and culinary experiences throughout Frontenac County. See openfarmdays.ca.
Aug.16-Sept. 20 – various locations
Connect with farmers and producers at open farm events and culinary experiences throughout Frontenac County. See openfarmdays.ca.
Verona Lions Garlic Farmers Market*
Aug. 31, 9 am – 2 pm
Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Road, featuring garlic vendors from across Southern Ontario and local artisans. Admission by donation.
Aug. 31, 9 am – 2 pm
Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Road, featuring garlic vendors from across Southern Ontario and local artisans. Admission by donation.
Fantasy in the Forest*
Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, 10 am – 5 pm
1860 Draper Lake Rd. Stroll the grounds of this mystical art show in the woods.
Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, 10 am – 5 pm
1860 Draper Lake Rd. Stroll the grounds of this mystical art show in the woods.
The Frontenac Challenge
Sept. 1 – Oct. 31. Hike 6 or 11 loops in Frontenac Provincial Park in this annual challenge. Register atfriendsoffrontenac.com.
Sept. 1 – Oct. 31. Hike 6 or 11 loops in Frontenac Provincial Park in this annual challenge. Register atfriendsoffrontenac.com.
Big Branch Festival
Sept. 6-8: Leopard Frog Barn, Battersea.
Featuring international performers, music, dance and food. See leopardfrogfarm.com.
Sept. 6-8: Leopard Frog Barn, Battersea.
Featuring international performers, music, dance and food. See leopardfrogfarm.com.
Frontenac County Plowing Match*
Sept. 8, 10 am – 3 pm: 4297 Perth Rd.
Wagon rides, farm equipment displays, live music and children's activities.
Sept. 8, 10 am – 3 pm: 4297 Perth Rd.
Wagon rides, farm equipment displays, live music and children's activities.
Frontenac Phantoms & Frontenac Fury HockeyFrontenac Community Arena, 4299 Arena Boundary Rd. Come cheer on your local men's and women's hockey teams!
Verona Car Show*
Sept. 14, 9 am – 3 pm: Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Road. See classic cars, enjoy live music, a beer tent, kids zone and canteen. Admission by donation.
Sept. 14, 9 am – 3 pm: Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Road. See classic cars, enjoy live music, a beer tent, kids zone and canteen. Admission by donation.
Community Garage Sale*
Sept. 15, 9 am - noon. Gerald Ball Memorial Park
Proceeds to Perth Road Public School Parent Council.
Sept. 15, 9 am - noon. Gerald Ball Memorial Park
Proceeds to Perth Road Public School Parent Council.
EarlyON Parent Expo*
Sept. 21, 10 am-2 pm: Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Rd.
All ages. Enjoy this showcase of community resources for parents/caregivers to help support their child's mental health. Snacks, children’s activities, door prizes & freebies provided!
Sept. 21, 10 am-2 pm: Verona Lions Hall, 4504 Sand Rd.
All ages. Enjoy this showcase of community resources for parents/caregivers to help support their child's mental health. Snacks, children’s activities, door prizes & freebies provided!
Frontenac Holistic Fair*
Sept. 21 10 am - 3 pm: Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Rd. Sunbury
Come and learn about natural and alternative therapies that can improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Sept. 21 10 am - 3 pm: Storrington Centre, 3910 Battersea Rd. Sunbury
Come and learn about natural and alternative therapies that can improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Wintergreen Studios Fall Open House*
Sept. 21, 9:30-noon.
Drop in to tour this unique property and its trails and learn about their programs.
Sept. 21, 9:30-noon.
Drop in to tour this unique property and its trails and learn about their programs.
Inverary Fall Market*
Sept. 28, 10 am -3 pm: Ken Garrett Memorial Park, 4010 Perth Rd.
Crafts, home, garden, artists, authors, music, draw prizes and more at this popular fall market.
Sept. 28, 10 am -3 pm: Ken Garrett Memorial Park, 4010 Perth Rd.
Crafts, home, garden, artists, authors, music, draw prizes and more at this popular fall market.
Rustic Wedding Show*
Sept. 28, 10 am - 4 pm: Harrowsmith Brewing Company 4143 Camden Portland Boundary Rd.
Come to this unique rustic weeding show featuring local vendors and venues.
Sept. 28, 10 am - 4 pm: Harrowsmith Brewing Company 4143 Camden Portland Boundary Rd.
Come to this unique rustic weeding show featuring local vendors and venues.
Spooky South Frontenac Contest*
Oct. 1-31. Halloween is spooktacular in South Frontenac! Decorate your house and enter our content to win. See southfrontenac.net/contest.
Oct. 1-31. Halloween is spooktacular in South Frontenac! Decorate your house and enter our content to win. See southfrontenac.net/contest.
Fall Colours Driving Tours*
Take one of our five fall colours driving tours and explore our backroads and hamlets.
Take one of our five fall colours driving tours and explore our backroads and hamlets.
Oktoberfest*
Oct. 4, 3-7pm: Frontenac Farmers Market, 4500 Centennial Park Rd., Harrowsmith
Celebrate Oktoberfest with live music, food and beer.
Oct. 4, 3-7pm: Frontenac Farmers Market, 4500 Centennial Park Rd., Harrowsmith
Celebrate Oktoberfest with live music, food and beer.
Steve Hill in Concert
Oct. 4, 7 pm, Sydenham Legion, 4361 Amelia Street.
Hear Juno-award winning guitarist in concert as part of the Festival of Small Halls series. See ontariosmallhalls.com.
Oct. 4, 7 pm, Sydenham Legion, 4361 Amelia Street.
Hear Juno-award winning guitarist in concert as part of the Festival of Small Halls series. See ontariosmallhalls.com.
Battersea Pumpkin Festival*
Oct. 5, 10 am – 4 pm, Battersea.
Enjoy kids games, a corn maze, parade and live music at this favourite fall festival.Enjoy kids games, a corn maze, parade and live music at this favourite fall festival. Follow them on Facebook.
Oct. 5, 10 am – 4 pm, Battersea.
Enjoy kids games, a corn maze, parade and live music at this favourite fall festival.Enjoy kids games, a corn maze, parade and live music at this favourite fall festival. Follow them on Facebook.
Art in the Sawmill*
Oct. 19, 9 am – 4 pm: 6037 Verona St.
Annual holiday artisan show in a historic sawmill.
Oct. 19, 9 am – 4 pm: 6037 Verona St.
Annual holiday artisan show in a historic sawmill.
Sydenham Lake Fishing Tournament
Oct.26, 7 am – 4 pm
Fishing tournament on Sydenham Lake hosted by the Elite Limestone Bass Anglers. See their event page on Facebook.
Oct.26, 7 am – 4 pm
Fishing tournament on Sydenham Lake hosted by the Elite Limestone Bass Anglers. See their event page on Facebook.
Guided Forest Bathing Walk
Oct.27, 2 pm – 5 pm
Join Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide Claire Beach on an immersive, relaxing and healing Forest Bathing walk in Frontenac Park. Each walk is 3 hours & includes a special forest tea and a light snack.
Oct.27, 2 pm – 5 pm
Join Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide Claire Beach on an immersive, relaxing and healing Forest Bathing walk in Frontenac Park. Each walk is 3 hours & includes a special forest tea and a light snack.
Sydenham Fall Trail Run
Oct. 27, 9 am – 2 pm
A level and pretty 8K run along the shore of Sydenham Lake on the Cataraqui Trail including kids run. See mtadventures.ca.
Oct. 27, 9 am – 2 pm
A level and pretty 8K run along the shore of Sydenham Lake on the Cataraqui Trail including kids run. See mtadventures.ca.
PCPS Holiday Market*
Nov. 2, 10 am – 3 pm: Prince Charles Public School, 6875 Road 38, Verona.
Visit with Santa and shop for crafts and goods at this annual holiday craft fair.
Nov. 2, 10 am – 3 pm: Prince Charles Public School, 6875 Road 38, Verona.
Visit with Santa and shop for crafts and goods at this annual holiday craft fair.
Monkeyjunk in Concert
Nov. 30 at 7:30 pm: Sydenham Legion.
This Ottawa based trio is known for their swampy blues rock style and thoughtful lyrics. Part of the Festival of Small Halls concert series. See ontariosmallhalls.com.
Nov. 30 at 7:30 pm: Sydenham Legion.
This Ottawa based trio is known for their swampy blues rock style and thoughtful lyrics. Part of the Festival of Small Halls concert series. See ontariosmallhalls.com.
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