One of the greatest joys of living in Ontario is experiencing the beauty of the changing seasons. As fall fades into winter, our landscapes transform from colourful leaves crunching underfoot to sparkling lights that brighten long evenings. It’s a time for gathering with family, exploring local traditions, and celebrating everything that makes our communities feel like home.
Everywhere that Geranium builds, including Aurora, Port Perry, Pickering, and Midhurst/Barrie, there’s no shortage of exciting activities to brighten the season.
Aurora – Allegro
Haunted Forest
Saturday, October 25 | 6-9pm
Sheppard’s Bush & Aurora Family Leisure Centre
Aurora invites families to explore its spooky side with games, crafts, and decorated trails suited to entertain both little ones and those seeking a good old-fashioned scare.
Families enjoy spooky fun and decorated trails during Aurora’s Haunted Forest.
Christmas Market at Aurora Town Square
November 28–30 & December 5–7
Enjoy the charm of the new Aurora Town Square as it transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with artisan vendors, live entertainment, and warm seasonal treats.
Aurora’s Santa Under the Stars Parade
Saturday, November 22 | 6–8 pm
Downtown Aurora
A much-loved York Region tradition, this magical nighttime parade lights up downtown Aurora with glowing floats, festive music, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Downtown Aurora truly lights up through the month of December.
Port Perry — Courts of King’s Bay
Adventures at the Boo-seum
Saturday, October 25 | 1–4pm
Scugog Shores Museum
This family-friendly event celebrates Halloween traditions with pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating around the village, and a chance to show off your best costumes.
Port Perry Holiday Market
Saturday, November 22 | 9am-4pm
Scugog Community Centre
The annual market features local vendors showcasing their talents with a wide variety of items and gifts ready for the holidays. Admission to the show is free, and food donations will be collected in support of the Port Perry Food Bank.
Scugog Santa Claus Parade
Saturday, December 6| 5pm
Downtown Port Perry
The picturesque town of Port Perry truly shines during this enchanting evening parade, where twinkling lights, cheerful music, and Santa’s grand arrival bring the community together.
At the Holiday Market, local vendors showcase unique gifts to support the Port Perry Food Bank.
Pickering — Clarehaven Estates
Fall Fling
Saturdays, October 18 & 25 | 11:30am–3pm
Millennium Square
Celebrate the spirit of fall with pumpkin painting, photo stops, costume contests, trick-or-treating, crafts, and local artisan vendors.
Photo credit: Destination Pickering
Winter Wonderland
Saturdays, December 6 & 13 | 11:30am–3pm
Millennium Square
Join the City of Pickering and Nautical Village businesses for festive fun, including live ice carving, holiday vendors, character performers, buskers, s’mores stations, and miniature train rides through Nautical Village.
Pickering Santa Claus Parade
Saturday, November 22 | 10am
Downtown Pickering
We really love this year’s theme: “No Place Like Home for the Holidays”, a time to celebrate with the City of Pickering and the Kinsmen & Kinettes Club. Enjoy community spirit, creative floats, and a cheerful start to the holiday season.
Ice sculptures, s’mores, entertainment all part of the fun at the City of Pickering‘s Winter Wonderland
Midhurst & Barrie — Midhurst Valley
Family Fright Fest
Saturday, October 25 | 4–9pm
Lampman Lane Park & Community Centre, Barrie
Barrie’s annual Halloween celebration transforms the park into a Halloween wonderland featuring a haunted house, fire show, inflatables, crafts, food trucks, and a popular costume contest.
The City of Barrie’s Family Fright Fest
Barrie Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
November 7–9
Sadlon Arena
Find unique handmade gifts, gourmet treats, and seasonal décor from over 150 Canadian artisans.
Barrie Santa Claus Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Saturday, November 15 | 5pm
Downtown Barrie
Kick off the holidays with a lively parade, tree lighting ceremony, and fireworks display over Kempenfelt Bay.
Magic of Lights
November 21 – January 3, 2026
Springwater Park, Midhurst
Experience a dazzling drive-through holiday light show featuring enchanting displays celebrating the season’s magic.
Simcoe Holiday Markets & Farm Events
Throughout late November and December, explore local farms and villages hosting winter markets, wreath-making workshops, and cozy seasonal pop-ups.
Take a drive through Springwater Park and enjoy the Magic of Lights
Home for the Holidays
From festive parades to fall markets, every Geranium community offers countless ways to celebrate the season. Wherever you call home, we hope you’ll take the time to explore, connect, and create new memories with family and friends in your neighbourhood.