top of page

Monster Month Awakening 2024! Unleash the Monsters in Elora on Oct 5th!

Updated: Sep 22

Calling all Halloween enthusiasts, monster fans, and those who just love a good pumpkin smash! Come and release the Monsters on October 5, 2024, at 1pm in Elora!


zombie hands coming from the ground
Monster Month's official opening ceremonies is October 5, 2024 at the Elora Greenspace

The second annual "The Awakening" is set to kick off Monster Month with a bang (or should we say, a smash?💥) on Saturday, October 5, at 1 p.m. in downtown Elora at the Greenspace.


There are no costs to attend.


This year, we're pulling out all the stops to make this Halloween event even more spooktacular!


Expect zombies, a monster fashion show that would make even Frankenstein blush, live music, and, of course, the highly anticipated pumpkin smash by Centre Wellington Mayor Shawn Watters.


It’s the only way to officially "release the monsters" and get the party started!


Centre Wellington Mayor using a sledgehammer on a large pumpkin to release the monsters for Monster Month
Forget the ribbon cutting! ❌ Mayor Shawn Watters will again release the Monsters with a smash!

What’s in Store:


  • 🧟‍♂️ Zombie Pipe Band Invasion: Beware as the undead take to the streets! Don’t be alarmed if you see zombies breaking into music!

  • 🧛‍♀️ Monster Fashion Show: Costumes so good, it’s scary! Expect chilling looks down the runway that will put your Halloween spirit to the test.

  • 🎵 Live Music: We’ve got some hauntingly good tunes to keep wake the dead.

  • 🎃 Pumpkin Smash: Forget ribbon cuttings; we do things differently around here. Watch as Mayor Shawn Watters officially kicks off Monster Month with an epic pumpkin smash!

  • 👻 Surprises Galore: What’s a Halloween event without a few surprises? There will be plenty of treats (and maybe some tricks) to keep everyone entertained.


Watch the Spooktacular Highlights from Last Year's Monster Month Awakening:


Here's a sixty-second look at last year's Monster Month Awakening Opening Ceremonies.




Come Dressed to Impress:


Bring the whole family, wear your best costume, and get ready for thrills, chills, and laughs.


Whether you're looking to be the scariest creature on the block or just enjoy the festivities, "The Awakening" is the perfect way to dive into the Halloween spirit.



Kick Off a Month of Monster Madness:


“The Awakening” is just the beginning!


Monster Month continues throughout October with a series of eerie and exciting Halloween events across Elora and Fergus. From ghost walks and haunted houses to spooky parades and creepy crawls, there’s something for everyone!


Join us as we transform our towns into Southern Ontario’s ultimate Halloween destination!




Mark Your Calendars!


Mark your calendars, gather your goblins, and get ready to awaken the monsters on October 5! We can’t wait to see you there!


Don't forget to check out all the events at this year's Monster Month.


Share Your Monster Love


Are you excited about this year's Awakening Ceremonies? Share your love! Hit the heart ♥️ button below and let us know in the comments!

484 views0 comments

Comments


bottom of page