Monster Month Elora

Pumpkin Walk (Upcycle your Jack-O-Lantern)
2025-11-01 09:30 - 19:00 UTC | Wellington County Museum & Archives, 0536 Wellington Rd 18, Fergus, On, N1M 0A1, Canada
Not sure what to do with your Jack-o-Lanterns after Halloween? We want them!
Between 9:30 am – 4:30 pm, drop off your Jack-o-Lanterns at the museum’s Heritage Barn to be displayed and lit up one last time.
Between 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, walk through the rows of the lit-up pumpkins to find your own and discover others. Be inspired by the array of stunning creations!
https://wcma.wellington.ca/programmes-events/events-calendar/pumpkin-walk-0

Beyond the Veil - Oct 31 & Nov 2
2025-10-31 21:00 - 23:00 | Ontario
Enter Beyond the Veil—a rare chance to explore the Wellington County Museum & Archives after dark.
On the evenings of October 31st and November 1st, wander the shadowy halls where history lingers, and the past may not be as quiet as it seems. Ghosts, ghouls, and mysteries await… but only for those brave enough to seek them. Do you dare to step inside?

Oct 31 2025 | 9 – 11 pm
Nov 1 2025 | 12 – 2 am
Nov 1 2025 | 9 – 11 pm
Nov 2 2025 | 12 – 2 am

Geared for ages 14+
Tickets here: https://wcma.wellington.ca/programmes-events/events-calendar/beyond-veil

Elora Mill Gate House Trick or Treating
2025-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Elora Mill, 77 Mill St. W., Elora, Ontario, N0B 1S0, Canada
Plan on making a “Trick or Treat” stop at the Elora Mill Gate House this Halloween!

Every year, our spooky gates open up for the monsters and ghouls who dare to come in for a sweet treat. Join the Halloween festivities this October 31st… If you dare!

Hallow'Tots
2025-10-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Ontario
It’s time to get dressed up and have some fun! With crafts, sensory play, and trick-or-treating. What’s there not to like?
There are only 50 registration spots available for this event. Register soon to avoid disappointment. As a reminder, when registering, please only register your child(ren). Adults do not need to register.
https://wcma.wellington.ca/programmes-events/events-calendar/hallowtots
Admission by Donation
Perfect for ages 0-5

'Lifting the Veil'
2025-10-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Elora Distillery, 102 Metcalfe St Unit 4, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
Detail: Tarot Reading Workshop – details to follow
Cost: TBA

Halloween Trivia Contest at the GrandWay
2025-10-30 17:30 - 21:00 | TheGrandway, 7445
Think you’re the smartest in Centre Wellington? Prove it!
Join us at Trivia Night for Halloween-themed fun on Thursday, October 30, at The GrandWay Events Centre in Elora! Dress in costume…or not, whatever works for you. Your team can compete for prizes…and of course…pride! It’ll be a fun, quizzical night, run by our Trivia Master, Denis Craddock, with help from our friends at Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington. Prizes will be given to the Teams that place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, along with fun prizes awarded throughout the evening.
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Mystic Sunday
2025-10-26 13:00 - 17:00 | Elora Distillery, 102 Metcalfe St Unit 4, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
Stand By!

The Monster Mash
2025-10-25 20:00 | Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe St., Elora, On, N0B 1S0, Canada
Riverfest Elora Presents:
Riverfest Elora’s Monster Mash!
Elora’s annual monster of a Halloween party returns Saturday, Oct. 25 to the Elora Legion Hall!
Performances from:
The Hot Karls!
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The Oscars!
+ DJ spinnin’ the spooky tracks before, between and after the bands!
Tickets $35 in advance, more at the door (if there’s any left)
19+
Doors at 8 pm
Prizes for costumes!
Late Night Pizza!
The best Hallowe’en party you’ve ever been to!

Ticket Link: https://ticketscene.ca/events/56280/

Halloween Drag with House of Kameleon
2025-10-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Elora Distillery, 102 Metcalfe St Unit 4, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
It’s Halloween, honey! Time to drag out your wildest costume and strut like you mean it. We’ve got prizes for best costume, best catwalk, and best Mrs. Roper look – because who doesn’t love a little Three’s Company sass with their spooky? As Helen once said, “I’m too old to play games… but just young enough to win.” That’s the attitude, Mrs.Roper! Great muumuu!
Hosted by the House of Kameleons very own stars, Karma Kameleon and Kappelia Kameleon! Be a delicate wallflower and just enjoy the show, or channel main (re-o-kuuurrrring) character energy and get dressed up for a chance to win some great prizes! This isn’t just a party, it’s a Halloween drag showdown, and maybe the real treasure is the chaos you made along the way.
Doors creak open at 7:00 PM, and show stomps off at 8:00 PM. You won’t want to miss out on this Roper Romp! Get your tickets today!

Wait! Is this your FIRST ever drag show?! WELCOME TO THE FUN! Don’t be afraid to interact! Pump up the energy! Don’t be shy with tips – those costumes are pricey! Be yourself – you’re surrounded by love! Enjoy the night, and let’s do it again sometime!

Haunted Hub- All ages welcome
2025-10-25 14:00 - 18:00 | Big Brothers Big Sisters CW, Skyline Community Hub, 900 Tower St. S, Unit 100 A, Fergus, ON, N1M3N7, Canada
Join us for a frightfully fun community Halloween celebration for Halloween lovers of all ages!
The Haunted Hub will be buzzing with the festive activities- pumpkin decorating, ghoulish games to spooky movies, eerie entertainment, and deliciously creepy snacks/food.
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, a place to show off your costume, or just want to soak up all the Halloween vibes, this is the place to be.
Expect thrills, chills, and a few playful scares along the way. Costumes are highly encouraged, so come dressed to impress, haunt, or make us laugh!
Bring your friends, your family, and get ready for a hauntingly good time you won’t regret!
Tickets in advance are encouraged. Some may be available at the door: $5. Kids 3 and under are free.
Skyline Community Hub ( 900 Tower St S, Fergus, ON N1M 0J3)

WytchFolk Harvest, Hearth & Pantry Market
2025-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Fergus, St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, ON, Canada
Save the date for some fun and spooky shopping!

Halloween Haunt Street Walk
2025-10-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Fergus, St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, ON, Canada
Who says the ghosts and ghouls only come out at night? Not us! Come to downtown Fergus on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 am until noon and see for yourself.
Halloween Haunt Street Walk in Fergus is a fabulous, spooky tradition celebrated in the light of day, where the historic main street comes alive with fun and excitement for the whole family. And it’s FREE! So gather up the kids and dress them up in their favourite Halloween costumes. Dress up the whole family if you wish. The more the merrier! It’s all about the spirit (or spirits, as it were) for one of our favourite events of the season.
This event is FREE and brought to you by the downtown merchants of Fergus. Come have fun with us!
Enjoy some of the activities:
– Fergus Dancing Witches
– Face Painting (@oneandonly_fergus)
– Witch Crafts
– Outdoor Music with DJ
– Sweets and Treats (at participating stores downtown)
– Haunted Alley

Murder Mystery at the Museum October 24 and 25 SOLD OUT both nights!
2025-10-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Wellington County Museum & Archives, 0536 Wellington Rd 18, Fergus, On, N1M 0A1, Canada
It’s 1946, and tragedy has struck at the County Poor House. William Howes, Keeper of the House, has sadly passed away, and the community is welcome to join his wife, Ethel, at the celebration of life. Times are tough for the Poor House, and all community support is appreciated during these trying months. What could go wrong?
Ready to flex your detective skills in this year’s Murder Mystery. Find evidence, connect clues, question suspects, all the while enjoying a small meal, dessert, and drink.
Registration is required to attend the event. Two ticket options, $40 for a non-drinking ticket, $50 for a drinking ticket. Drinking ticket includes your first beverage, all beverages after are available for purchase.
Come to the event dressed to impress! Themed costumes are encouraged but not required.
Murder Mystery Tickets:
https://wcma.wellington.ca/programmes-events/events-calendar/murder-mystery-1

Cemetery Tours - October 24 & 25 (2 tour times each evening)
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Wellington County Museum & Archives, 0536 Wellington Rd 18, Fergus, On, N1M 0A1, Canada
Explore the more macabre history of the County Poor House. Discover the darker secrets of the staff and inmates of the Poor House while walking to the House Cemetery.
Be aware that this guided tour is fully outside, rain or shine, and has limited accessibility.
Registration required. Cost is $15 + HST per participant. Age restricted to 16+.
Tour dates:

October 24
October 25

Tour times:

7:00 – 8:00 pm
9:00 – 10:00 pm
Tickets: https://wcma.wellington.ca/programmes-events/events-calendar/cemetery-tour-0

Candlelight Elora - Oct 23
2025-10-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Ontario
Candlelight Elora: It’s Venice 1630…
Step back in time to a hauntingly beautiful evening in the heart of Elora. On October 23rd from 5:00–9:00 pm, our village transforms into 17th century Venice, where candlelight flickers, shadows dance, and mystery lingers in the air.
Shop and dine by lantern glow, wander through decorated streets, and enjoy a night filled with eerie charm and Venetian intrigue. Costumes are encouraged, and surprises await around every corner. Share your ghastly attire on Instagram using #candlelightelora for your chance to win a $150 gift card to the downtown Elora business of your choice.
Join us for an unforgettable night of shopping, history, and a touch of the macabre.

Fergus Ghost Walks - October 18, 24, 25, and 30
2025-10-18 20:00 - 21:30 | The Bookery, 191 St. Andrew St W., Fergus, On., N1M 1N6, Canada
Join our actors/historians as they lead you on a lantern walk and guided tour of the mysteries and histories of one of Canada’s most haunted villages. You’ll learn about the gristly end of the town clockmaster, the bagpiper’s lament, the famous doctor with a dark secret, the legend of the Ancient Ones, and many more captivating stories from the early days of Fergus.
The walk takes about an hour and a half and covers a good portion of downtown Fergus, including a steep hill and some uneven ground. It could be challenging for people with mobility issues. Children are welcome, but please be aware that it is not intended as a children’s event. Younger children will soon become bored.
Fergus Ghost Walks begin at the Bookery at 8:00 pm sharp. Tickets for the Ghost Walk are limited. If online tickets are sold out, there may be in-person tickets available.
Email shoppe@ bookery.ca

Fall Festival - Artisan Market Oct 18 and19
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 | The Fieldstone Barn, 7450 Middlebrook Road, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19
All your fall faves in one farm festival this October. Enjoy sipping on Pumpkin Spiced Lattes, Hot Apple Cider or Hot Chocolate while shopping the Artisan Market and listening to live music! Hop on a horse-drawn wagon ride, grab a bite to eat, play a round of corn hole or warm up by the campfires and roast some marshmallows. Kids will love the farm animals and exploring the corn mazes.
Time: 10 am-4 pm. Admission: $10 for adults and $5 for kids (2 and under are free).
https://thefieldstonebarn.com/events/fall-festival-and-artisan-market-2025-saturday
https://thefieldstonebarn.com/events/fall-festival-and-artisan-market-2025-sunday

Hocus Pocus- Feast & Film
2025-10-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Red Door, 212 St. Andrew St. W., Fergus, Ontario, N1M 1N7, Canada
The Red Door invites you to enjoy some Hocus Pocus!
Enjoy a curated tasting menu while watching the Sanderson Sisters on the big screen.
Friday, October 17 at 6:00 pm
Kids 8+ welcome.
$35 – Tickets available in store or by calling 519-787-5123

Silent Book Club - October 16
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Cordial Clove Books – Elora, 62 Metcalfe St., Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
SHHHH!

Monster Tours - October 11, 18, 25
2025-10-11 19:45 - 2025-10-25 20:30 | Elora Distillery, 102 Metcalfe St Unit 4, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
Dare to Explore the Shadows of Elora?
Join us after dark for a frightfully fun guided tour through the haunted heart of downtown Elora, where Tim Murton’s mischievous monsters spring to life (not literally) with a perfect blend of art and whimsy.

Tours depart every Saturday night in October at 7:30 PM, just as the monsters awaken and cast the streets in a spine-tingling Halloween glow!
Only $5 per victim – All proceeds go toward feeding… uh, maintaining… the monsters.
Book in advance online!
https://eloradistillingcompany.com/collections/experiences-events/products/monster-month-tours

Pumpkin Day
2025-10-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Wellington County Museum, 0536 Wellington Rd 18, Fergus, Canada
YIPPEE – SO MUCH FUN!

Join us for a festive celebration of the fall harvest and the beloved pumpkin at our annual Pumpkin Day at Wellington County Museum & Archives! This free, family-friendly event is packed with activities and entertainment for kids of all ages. We ask attendees to please bring a cash or food donation for the Centre Wellington Food Bank.
Here’s what we have lined up for you:

Professional Pumpkin carver – see an expert carver transform a 75-100 pound pumpkin into a work of art
Pumpkin Carving Competition – show off your carving skills! Each family can carve a pumpkin on site (while supplies last). Top pumpkins will be recognized with an award
African Drumming Circle – Try your drumming skills in a vibrant drumming session with an African Drummer
Indigenous Dancers – Tribal Vision Dancers: “Visions of Turtle Island” Explore First Nations history and traditions in Tribal Vision’s high-energy performance!
Face Painting – Talented face painters will transform faces into magical designs
Caricatures by Taylor
Ninja Wall for kids 5 and up by One Axe Pursuits
Reptile Show – Get up close and personal with fascinating reptiles
Sparrows’ Nests – get crafty!
Live Music – Enjoy live performances by local musician Paul Whittaker and his band.
Live Dance – Delight in the performances by our local dance troupe, the Blue Bonnet Lassies, and a local Ukrainian Dance Troupe.
Free treats – Pumpkin Ice Cream (while quantities last)
Food for Purchase – Groovy Grilled Cheese Food Truck

Bring your family, friends, neighbors, and chairs for a day filled with fun, creativity, and community spirit!
Special Thanks:

McKay Farms – for planting and providing the carving pumpkins
County Wellington Museum & Archives – hosting this event
Local Community – Thank you for supporting our event and contributing to the Food Bank

https://www.sensationalelora.com/event/pumpkin-day/

The Raft - October 8, 9, 10
2025-10-08 20:00 - 21:00 | Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, ON, N1M 1N7, Canada
CW’s ONLY DANCE THEATRE GROUP performs THE RAFT

A NEW story about three women who die and are reincarnated on a raft in an enchanted realm. They encounter unicorns, sirens, and a mythical bear. Suggested 14+
Date: Oct 8, 9, and 10
Time: 8 pm
Location: Fergus Grand Theatre
Ticket Link:https://secure1.tixhub.com/tcwfergus/online/index.asp

The Quest - October 8, 9, 10
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, ON, N1M 1N7, Canada
CW’s ONLY DANCE THEATRE GROUP performs THE QUEST

Their original story, about a baby swan who is trapped inside an enchanted realm. She encounters unicorns, nymphs, and fairies with her two best friends – the snails! Fun for ALL ages.
Date: Oct 8, 9, and 10
Time: 6 pm
Location: Fergus Grand Theatre
Ticket Link: https://secure1.tixhub.com/tcwfergus/online/index.asp

Comedy Hypnosis with Ryan Joyce
2025-10-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, ON, N1M 1N7, Canada
Be adventurous and enjoy this ‘fun for everyone’ show. Who knows, maybe you’ll even join in!

https://secure1.tixhub.com/tcwfergus/online/index.asp

Magic Festival - An Afternoon of Fun
2025-10-04 14:00 - 16:30 | Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St. Andrew St. W, Fergus, ON, N1M 1N7, Canada
Experience magician Ryan Joyce & Friends live! A family-friendly magic, laughs & Whiskey (not what you might think).

https://secure1.tixhub.com/tcwfergus/online/index.asp

Fergus Pipe Band TRIVIA NIGHT Fundraiser
2025-10-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Elora Legion, 110 Metcalfe St., Elora, On, N0B 1S0, Canada
Fri, Oct 3, 2025 7:30 PM
Elora Legion Doors open at 7 pm
$25 per person
Max 6 members per team Click here to register: https://www.ferguspipeband.com/trivia-night/
Yes, there will be a Spooky Themed trivia portion of the evening!
Cash Grand Prize, with additional prizes for the 2nd and 3rd place teams
Performance by the Fergus Pipe Band
Funds raised will support band activities
Snack and beverage bar – cash only

Fergus Lantern Tour Oct 3
2025-10-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Ontario
Discover the history in your own backyard!
Join us for a Historical Lantern Tour in Elora (October 2) and Fergus (October 3) to see a different side of these neighbouring towns.
Event Host: Fergus Grand Theatre Phone: 519.787.1981
Ticket link

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Elora Lantern Tour - Oct 2
2025-10-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Elora/Fegrus Info Centre, 10 E. Mill St., Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
Join us for a Historical Lantern Tour in Elora (October 2) and Fergus (October 3) to see a different side of these neighbouring towns.

Trick or Eat
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | Ontario
A portion of Sales will be donated to the CW Food Bank.
