2015 Discovery Guide

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AJAX I BROCK I CLARINGTON I OSHAWA I PICKERING I SCUGOG I UXBRIDGE I WHITBY
2016 Discovery Guide
An insider’s guide to discovering Durham Region I www.durhamtourism.ca
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Contents
What to do in Durham Region
Arts and Culture
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Artistic expression is celebrated
in Durham and can be found
around every corner.
Shopping
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Shop to your heart’s content in
Durham Region.
Heritage
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Discover Durham Region’s rich
history and explore our proud
heritage.
Wineries
Welcome..................................... PAGE 4
Tourist Information
Centres....................................... PAGE 6
Map of Durham
Region..........................................PAGE 7
Hotels and
motels....................................... PAGE 58
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Excite your palate with the rich
and refreshing flavours of Durham
Region’s wineries.
Breweries
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Enjoy exploring Durham Region’s
quality local brews!
Bed and breakfasts..............PAGE 60
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If you ski, snowboard or tube,
Durham has a hill for you.
Dining
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Seasoned chefs are serving up
their finest food in a wide variety
of welcoming restaurants.
Community, Recreation,
Sport and Convention
Facilities PAGE 54
Festivals & Events
Golf
Snow Sports
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With our sprawling wide-open
spaces, it’s easy to plan an
authentic adventure like no other.
Durham Region is home to many
facilities which all offer a range of
services to visitors.
Event listings.......................... PAGE 66
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You don’t need to take a long
drive to find the rolling greens in
Durham Region!
Outdoor Adventures
Agri-Tourism
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Steps away from Durham’s urban
centres are incredible farms that
are known for producing fresh,
tasty and abundant produce.
Entertainment
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Durham Region’s historic
downtown districts are buzzing
with creative energy.
If this information is required in an accessible format,
please contact Durham Tourism at 1-800-413-0017.
On the cover: Whitby Ribfest > Victoria Fields, Whitby > Photo by Mike Peleshok
Acknowledgements: This Discovery Guide was produced by The Regional Municipality of Durham, with graphic design
by Lucky Cat Design. Photographs provided by various tourism partners and the Region of Durham. All information
contained in this publication is believed to be accurate and complete at the time of printing. Since much of this
information is subject to change, we assume no liability for any damages or loss arising from errors, omissions or
information given in any of the enclosed advertisements or listings included in this publication.
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Durham Region is a vibrant
community which proudly comes
together all year-round for special
festivals and events.
Welcome to
Durham Region
Whether you’re planning a family adventure, weekend escape, or visiting for the first
time, we welcome you to experience Durham Region’s star attractions, creative hubs
and so much more. Durham is brimming with attractions and experiences year-round,
no matter the season. From maple syrup festivals in the spring and live music and food
festivals in the summer, to fall fairs, and snow sports and ice fishing in the winter, the
perfect authentic adventure is waiting for you.
For more information on what to see and do in Durham Region, visit www.durhamtourism.ca
or call 1-800-413-0017.
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Connect with Durham Tourism:
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Brock
Ajax
Less than an hour’s drive
from Toronto, there is
Oshawa
Clarington
plenty of urban buzz
and small-town charm
waiting to be explored.
Scugog
Pickering
Uxbridge
Whitby
Tourist Information Centres
Ajax Town Hall
65 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax
905-683-4550
township of brock
One The Esplanade, Pickering
905-831-6265
Pickering Information Centre
Municipal Administration Building
1 Cameron St. E., Cannington
705-432-2355
1675 Montgomery Park Rd., Pickering
905-837-7272
municipality of clarington
Scugog Visitor and Business Centre
237 Queen St., Port Perry
905-985-4971
Clarington Tourism Office
181 Liberty St. S., Bowmanville
905-623-4356
township of scugog
township of uxbridge
Darlington
Information Centre
1855 Energy Dr., Courtice
905-623-7122
Uxbridge Tourist Information Centre
7239 Concession 6, Uxbridge
905-852-0400 (Victoria Day to Thanksgiving)
905-852-9181 (Off-season)
city of oshawa
town of whitby
Oshawa Visitor Information Centre
2 Bloor St. E., Oshawa
905-725-4523
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city of pickering
Pickering Central Library (City Hall)
Whitby Public Library
405 Dundas St. W., Whitby
905-668-6531
Photo: Central Counties Tourism • Treetop Eco-Adventure Park > Oshawa
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Leaskdale
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Surrounding Municipalities
Boundaries
Simcoe St.
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SUNDERLAND
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Regional Highways
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Bayly St.
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Dundas St.
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Enniskillen
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Solina
Taunton Rd.
Hampton
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Bloor St
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Maple
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Golf
You don’t need to take a long
drive to find the rolling greens in
Durham Region!
Our wide-open spaces create the perfect environment for many world-class golf
courses and exceptional golfing experiences. Whether you’re looking for a quick
and casual round with friends, or a more competitive experience on one of our
championship courses, you can’t miss at these 18-hole clubs in Durham Region.
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Whispering Ridge
Oshawa Golf and Curling Club
Wooden Sticks
Lakeridge Links Golf Club
Durham Region Golf Courses
Ayren Links Golf and Country
Club
5210 Bethesda Rd., Clarington
905-263-2293
www.ayrenlinksgolfclub.com
Bowmanville Golf and
Country Club
3845 Middle Rd. N., Bowmanville
905-623-2670
www.bowmanvillegolf.ca
Carruthers Creek Golf and
Country Club
650 Lakeridge Rd. S., Ajax
905-426-4653
www.carrutherscreekgolf.ca
Cedarhurst Golf Club
B 825 Thorah Conc. Rd. 4,
Beaverton
705-426-7521
www.cedarhurstgolf.com
Cherry Downs Golf and
Country Club
2110 Conc. Rd. 7, Pickering
905-649-5991
www.cherrydowns.clublink.ca
Claremont Four Seasons
Country Club
RR #5 Conc. 8 #1900, Claremont
905-649-2436
www.4seasonscountryclub.ca
Columbus Golf & Country Club
3622 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa
905-655-6300
www.columbusgolf.ca
Coppinwood Golf
2324 Conc. 4, Claremont
905-649-2800
www.coppinwood.ca
Crestwood Golf Club
27 Little Britain Rd., Manilla
705-357-3112
www.crestwoodgolfclub.com
Deer Creek Golf Club North
and South
2700 Audley Rd. N., Ajax
905-427-7737
www.golfdeercreek.com
Devil’s Den Golf Centre
745 Winchester Rd. W., Brooklin
905-655-6579
www.devilsden.ca
King’s Bay Golf & Country Club
27 Stub Rd., Seagrave
888-833-8787
www.golfkingsbay.ca
Durham Driving Range/
Durham Golf
875 Taunton Rd. W., Whitby
905-433-1506
Lakeridge Links Golf Club
1355 Brawley Rd., Brooklin
905-428-6321
www.lakeridgelinks.com
Eldorado Golf Club
615 Winchester Rd. E., Whitby
905-655-1080
www.eldoradogolfclub.ca
Lyndebrook Golf Course
5055 Baldwin St. S., Brooklin
905-655-4653
www.lyndebrook.com
Fox Run Golf Centre
560 Taunton Rd. W., Ajax
905-428-8479
www.foxrungolfcentre.com
Mill Run Golf Club
269 Durham Rd. 8, Uxbridge
905-852-6212
www.golfmillrun.com
Foxbridge Golf Club
350 Reach St., Uxbridge
905-852-7962
www.foxbridgegolf.ca
Newcastle Golf Course
2429 Golf Course Rd., Newcastle
905-987-4851
www.newcastlegolf.ca
Glen Cedars Golf Club
230 7th Conc., Pickering
905-294-4457
www.golfglencedars.com
Oakridge Golf Club
35 Lauren Rd., Port Perry
905-985-8390
www.golfoakridge.com
Golfer’s Dream Golf Club
1000 Scugog Line 2, Port Perry
905-985-9888
www.golfersdream.ca
Oshawa Airport Golf Club
1145 Thornton Rd. N, Oshawa
905-723-5175
www.oagc.ca
Harmony Creek Golf Centre
905-433-0211
www.harmonycreekgolf.com
Oshawa Golf and Curling Club
160 Alexandra St., Oshawa
905-723-4681
www.oshawagolf.com
Hawthorne Valley Golf Course
3470 Salem Rd., Pickering
905-686-2028
www.hawthornevalleygolf.com
Pebblestone Golf Course
1550 Pebblestone Rd., Courtice
905-725-7452
www.pebblestonegolfcourse.com
Heather Glen Golf and
Country Club
5240 Lakeridge Rd., Ashburn
905-655-4738
www.heatherglen.ca
Pickering Golf Club
2575 William Jackson Dr.,
Pickering
905-683-3822
www.pickeringgolfclub.com
Hidden Ridge Golf Club
309 Zephyr Rd., Zephyr
289-640-1942
www.hiddenridgegolf.com
Quarry Lakes Golf and
Recreation Centre
3705 Regional Rd. 57,
Bowmanville
905-697-5888
www.quarrylakesgolf.com
Hy-Hope Farms
5450 Lake Ridge Rd., Ashburn
905-655-4123
www.hyhopefarm.ca/golf-course
Kedron Dells Golf Club
2400 Ritson Rd. N., Oshawa
905-728-6641
www.kedrondells.com
Riverside Golf Club
837 Riverside Rd., Ajax
905-427-1921
www.riversidegolfclub.ca
Royal Ashburn Golf and
Country Club
995 Myrtle Rd., Ashburn
905-686-1121
www.royalashburngolfclub.com
Salem Ridge Golf & Academy
2075 Salem Rd., Ajax
905-427-7737
www.golfsalemridge.com
Simcoe Shores Golf Club
985 Thorah Conc. 3, Beaverton
705-426-4222
www.golfdurham.ca/simcoeshores-golf-country-club
Spring Creek Golf and
Country Club
2425 Concession Rd. 9,
Pickering
905-649-5333
www.springcreekgc.com
Stonehenge Golf Club
3033 Taunton Rd., Bowmanville
905-983-5855
www.stonehengegolfclub.ca
Summerlea Golf Course
10500 Russell Rd., Port Perry
905-985-2760
www.golfsummerlea.com
Sunnybrae Golf Course
1430 King St. Port Perry
905-985-2234
www.sunnybraegolfclub.com
Watson’s Glen Golf Course
3430 7th Conc. Rd., Pickering
905-655-9187
www.watsonsglen.com
Whispering Ridge
1355 Brawley Rd., Whitby
905-428-6321
www.lakeridgelinks.com
Photo: Clive Barber • Royal Ashburn Golf Club > Ashburn
Annandale Golf and Curling
Club
221 Church St. S., Ajax
905-683-3210
www.annandalegolfclub.com
Whitevale Golf Club
2985 Golf Club Rd., Whitevale
905-294-9600
www.whitevalegolfclub.com
Winchester Golf Club
750 Winchester Rd. E., Brooklin
905-655-4757
www.winchestergolfclub.com
Wooden Sticks Golf Club
40 Elgin Park Dr., Uxbridge
905-852-4379
www.woodensticks.com
Wyndance Golf Club
450 Durham Rd. 21, Uxbridge
905-649-8545
www.wyndance.clublink.ca
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Snow Sports
If you ski, snowboard or tube, Durham has
a hill for you.
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Brimacombe
Brimacombe
Lakeridge Resort
Dagmar Ski Resort
Dagmar Ski Resort
Skyloft Ski Resort
Lakeridge Resort
Photo: Reinier deSmit • Skyloft > Uxbridge
Embrace the elements at our local
ski accommodations—they’re
perfect for those who want to go
downhill, cross-country or grind
rails in a terrain park. If you are an
experienced skier or snowboarder,
or are looking to try it for the first
time, Durham Region offers a wide
selection of world-class hills that
suit all downhill and cross-country
skill levels. See you on the slopes!
Skyloft Ski Resort
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SNOW SPORTS LISTINGS
Brimacombe Ski Area
Lakeridge Resort
4098 Durham Rd. 9 (Ganaraska Rd.), Orono
1-877-672-2582 • www.brimacombe.ca
OPERATING SEASON: December to March
Visit one of southern Ontario’s largest ski areas featuring
22 trails, eight lifts and two terrain parks spread over
more than 65 skiable acres.
790 Chalk Lake Rd., Uxbridge
905-686-SNOW (7669) • www.ski-lakeridge.com
OPERATING SEASON: Ski Season–December to March,
Summer Camps and Team Building Programs–May to
November
We are your preferred winter playground in the GTA for
skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and snowshoeing.
Dagmar Ski Resort
1220 Lake Ridge Rd., Uxbridge
905-649-2002 • www.skidagmar.com
OPERATING SEASON: Ski Season–December to March,
Special Events–April to November
Dagmar Ski Resort is number one for family fun!
Lessons for all ages. Eighteen runs for beginners
to experts. Six chairlifts, two magic carpets, four
progression terrain parks. Largest in Durham Region.
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Seasoned chefs are serving up their finest
food in a wide variety of welcoming
restaurants throughout Durham Region.
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Photo: Central Counties Tourism • Port Restaurant > Pickering
Dining
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Explore
more!
Where to eat:
durhamtourism.ca/WhereToEat
Urban Pantry
Enjoy a luxurious fine dining
experience, explore our diverse
bistro and café culture, or
immerse yourself in one of
our many multicultural food
festivals, which include food
trucks, live entertainment and
so much more. With so many
delicious dining experiences
to be discovered, flavour is
something we love to celebrate
in Durham.
Food Truck Festivals
Ribfests
Parkwood Garden
Teahouse Restaurant
Nice Bistro
Bistro ‘67
Safari Bar and Grill
DINING LISTINGS
Bistro 67–Durham College
Great Blue Heron Casino Restaurants
1604 Champlain Ave., Whitby
905-721-2000 ext. 3312 • www.bistro67.ca
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round, hours available on website
Bistro 67 provides a unique dining experience in a
creative environment that brings community, local
farmers and learning together.
21777 Island Rd., Port Perry
1-888-294-3766 or 905-985-4888
www.greatblueheroncasino.com
OPERATING SEASON: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Great Blue Heron Casino offers fabulous dining options
including the Water’s Edge Buffet, Lucky Stone Bar and
Grill, and Quickbites.
Chatterpaul’s Fine Casual Dining & Lounge
3500 Brock St. N., Whitby
905-665-7575 • www.chatterpauls.com
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round
Award-winning chef and menus. Independently owned
and operated.
Debbie’s Café Ajax
1295 Liverpool Rd., Unit 44, Pickering
905-831-7710 • www.hytearoom.com
OPERATING SEASON: April to December
An English-style tea room, specializing in high-tea and
afternoon tea, with a Caribbean flavour.
Photo: Marni Grossman
905-239-6721 • www.debbiescafe.ca
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round, except public holidays
Debbie’s Café is a European-inspired trendy café
sandwich and tea shop in the heart of downtown Ajax.
Hy-Tea Restaurant & Tearoom by the Lake
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Nice Bistro
Tetra Kitchen & Vines
117 Brock St. N., Whitby
905-668-8839 • www.nicebistro.com
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round, Tuesday to Saturday,
Lunch–11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Dinner–5:30 p.m. until
closing
Family operated Mediterranean bistro since 1993.
570 Longworth Ave., Bowmanville
905-623-0008 • www.tetrakitchen.com
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round. Closed some holiday
Sundays and Mondays (please check website).
Fabulous “sister” to Chatterpaul’s in Whitby. Great
menu–sexy lounge and patio.
PORT bar-dining room-patio
1289 Wharf St., Pickering
905-839-PORT • www.portrestaurant.ca
Waterfront North American Bistro, focusing on local,
seasonal ingredients, craft beer, spirit-forward cocktails
and evolving wine list.
Tin Mill Restaurant
53 Toronto St. N., Uxbridge
905-862-0553 • www.tinmill.ca
Tin Mill is a premier dining establishment known for
its authentic culinary experience and warm hospitality.
Vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options are
available.
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Artistic expression is celebrated in Durham
and can be found around every corner.
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Photo: John Lauener • Dusk Dances > Pickering
arts &
Culture
Watch
the video
“Four Directions
of Durham”
Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Station Gallery
Scugog Council for the Arts
From our unique downtown galleries
and private studios, to art in the park and
live performances—each experience is
distinctly different, making creativity a
part of our ever-evolving culture. When
you visit Durham Region, you will be
amazed at the way art moves throughout
the communities. Our art scene has
something to inspire enthusiasts of all
ages and tastes. Take a look around with
open eyes and an open mind, and let our
creative spirit draw you in.
Fiesta Week
The Living Room Community Art Studio
Battle of the Brushes
St. Francis Centre
Cultural Festivals
Visual Arts Centre of Clarington
Driftwood Theatre
Music in the Park
“Maud of Leaskdale” Play
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ARTS & CULTURE LISTINGS
META4 Contemporary Craft Gallery
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery (RMG)
905-985-1534 • www.meta4gallery.ca
Upscale, contemporary and oozing with creativity, META4
Contemporary Craft Gallery is Durham’s destination for
fine craft and art. More than 100 Ontario artists.
72 Queen St., Civic Centre, Oshawa
905-576-3000 • www.rmg.on.ca
The RMG is the largest art gallery in Durham Region and
shows contemporary and historical exhibitions.
609 Liverpool Rd., Pickering
905-492-2446 • www.ravensongstudio.ca
OPERATING SEASON: Opening in May 2016, Thursdays to
Sundays
Expect the unexpected! A unique and visceral setting
featuring renowned artist Nancy Howell, and other
exceptional Canadian Artisans. Let the Spirit be with you.
The Visual Arts Centre of Clarington
143 Simpson Ave., Bowmanville
905-623-5831 • www.vac.ca
The Visual Arts Centre of Clarington nurtures cultural
development of our community, encouraging creative
impulse through arts education and exhibition.
Station Gallery
St. Francis Centre for Community, Arts & Culture
1450 Henry St., Whitby
905-668-4185 • www.whitbystationgallery.com
Station Gallery is free to visit and open seven days a
week with exciting exhibits, fun classes and fabulous
events.
905-619-2529 ext. 2787 (ARTS) • www.stfranciscentre.ca
The St. Francis Centre is a unique performance venue
located in the heart of Pickering Village.
Picasso’s Picnic
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Photo: Reinier deSmit
RavenSong Studio & Gallery
Choose your adventure and
make unforgettable memories
Come and discover all that Brock has to offer – from year
round recreation on land to the shores of Lake Simcoe.
Enjoy four seasons of special events – from museums,
golf, ice fishing, and antiques to maple syrup and music
festivals. Or simply visit us just to escape the hustle and
bustle. For more information about community events
and tourism opportunities visit www.ChooseBrock.ca
or call 1-866-223-7668.
Community Highlights:
Beaverton Fall Fair
www.beavertonfallfair.ca
Beaver River Museum
www.btehs.com
Beaver River Wetland Trails
and Trans Canada Trail
Bunkland Skatepark, Cannington
Ontario’s fifth largest skatepark
Brock’s Big Bite
www.brocksbigbite.ca
Cannington Historical Museum
1906 Railway Station
Cannington Haunted Trail
www.canningtonhauntedtrail.com
Ontario Lumberjack Championships
www.ontariolumberjackchampionships.com
Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival
www.maplesyrupfestival.ca
Sunderland Annual Lions Club Music Festival
www.sunderlandlionsclub.ca
Sunderland Agricultural Fall Fair
www.agfair.ca
Heritage
Leaskdale Manse
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Francis Log House
Photo: Thomas Foster Memorial > Uxbridge
Discover Durham Region’s rich history
and explore our proud heritage.
York-Durham Heritage Railway
Pickering Village Museum
Take a step back in time for the day
and relive history by walking around
our vast estates or taking a ride along
a heritage railway. Experience both
Durham and Canadian heritage by
visiting our local museums found
across the region. See everything
from historic architecture and war
museums, to industrial revolution and
wartime artifacts. Make Durham
Region’s history a part of yours
and start planning your heritage
tour today!
Automotive Museum
Camp X
Scugog First Nations
Cannington Railway Station
Uxbridge Historical Centre
Ontario Regiment Museum
Parkwood Estate
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HERITAGE LISTINGS
Beaver River Museum
Lynde House Museum – Whitby Historical Society
284 Simcoe St., Beaverton
705-426-9641 • www.btehs.com
OPERATING SEASON: Victoria Day to last weekend in September
An old stone jail, settler’s log house and working man’s
Victorian brick house, portray settlers’ life between 1850
and 1990.
900 Brock St. S., Whitby
905-665-3131 • www.lyndehousemuseum.com
The new Lynde House Museum showcases a collection of
artifacts representing Southern Ontario heritage, Whitby
history, events, tours and more.
Canadian Automotive Museum
99 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa
905-576-1222 • www.CanadianAutomotiveMuseum.com
Canada’s most significant public car collection. More
than 75 vehicles on display from 1903 to 1988.
Cannington Historical Society
MacLeod Park, Peace Street, Cannington • 705-432-3136
OPERATING SEASON: By appointment
The Cannington Historical Museum features two log
cabins, a post-and-beam drive shed, the Derryville
Orange Lodge Hall, and the railway station complete with
caboose.
Clarington Museums and Archives
62 Temperance St., Bowmanville
905-623-2734 • www.claringtonmuseums.com
Three museum locations preserve Clarington’s heritage
through meaningful experiences with artifacts, exhibitions and programs that inspire future generations.
Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario Historic Site
11850 Regional Rd 1, Leaskdale
905-862-0808 • www.lucymaudmontgomery.ca
OPERATING SEASON: June to September (or by appointment)
Lucy Maud Montgomery’s first home in Ontario, beautifully restored, where she lived for 15 years and wrote 11
of her books.
Thomas Foster Memorial
MAY TO SEPTEMBER
“Fridays at the Foster” concerts held every
Friday. Admission is a donation at the door.
OCTOBER
Concerts held every Sunday.
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JULY AND AUGUST
Open Wednesday to Sunday 12 p.m.–4 p.m.
For tours or more information:
www.fostermemorial.com
Ted Nasmith Tolkien Artist will unveil his illustration of the
Foster & concert with guests May 1 from 1:30-3:00 p.m.
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Oshawa Community Museum
1450 Simcoe St. S. (Lakeview Park), Oshawa
905-436-7624 • www.oshawamuseum.org
Three restored 19th century homes tell the story of
Oshawa from early native settlements to today.
Parkwood National Historic Site
905-433-4311 • www.parkwoodestate.com
National historic site and heritage garden offering
guided tours, programs and seasonal fare.
Pickering Museum Village
2365 Concession Rd. 6, Greenwood
905-683-8401 • www.pickering.ca/museum
OPERATING SEASON: June to September
Discover the largest living history site in Durham Region!
Nineteen heritage buildings to explore. Programs,
workshops and school tours are available.
Plan Your Day of Culture in Oshawa
Experience & Explore Our Art & History
Visit the Oshawa Community Museum,
where Oshawa’s history resides. Learn more
about the stories that have shaped our
history from the crossing where the canoe
was exchanged for the trail to the
modern city that is now Oshawa.
Learn more about Durham Region’s military
history at the The Ontario Regiment Museum.
View artefacts from 1866 to the present,
as well as Canada’s Largest Collection of
Operational Historic Military Vehicles.
Please note: Open May to November.
Step back in time and experience the lifestyle
of Canadian auto baron R.S. McLaughlin
during the interwar years at Parkwood
Estate. The art, architecture, gardens, and
original furnishings are all faithfully preserved
and are enlivened by the stories of the lives and
accomplishments of his remarkable family.
The largest gallery in Durham Region,
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is an
engaging public art museum, featuring
a Permanent Collection and changing
exhibitions. The RMG offers creative
education programs for kids and adults,
a gallery shop, and fun monthly events.
Visit us online to learn more about our community and family programming!
1450 Simcoe St. S.
oshawamuseum.org
905.436.7624
270 Simcoe St. N.
parkwoodestate.com
905.433.4311
72 Queen St.
rmg.on.ca
905.576.3000
1000 Stevenson Rd. N.
ontrmuseum.ca
905.728.6199
HERITAGE LISTINGS
Scugog Shores Museums: Village, Heritage Centre & Archives
The Ontario Regiment Museum
Village: 16210 Island Rd., Port Perry
Heritage Centre: 1655 Reach St., Port Perry
905-985-8698 x 103 • www.scugogshoresmuseum.com
OPERATING SEASON: Village–May to September
Heritage Centre–September to May
Pioneer village open for guided tours daily 10 a.m. to
4 p.m. Heritage Centre features local exhibits; open
Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
1000 Stevenson Rd. N., Oshawa
905-728-6199 • www.ontrmuseum.ca
OPERATING SEASON: May to Remembrance Day
Artifacts from military conflicts highlighting Durham
Region’s involvement since 1866, as well as Canada’s
largest collection of operational historic military vehicles.
Sunderland and District Historical Society
14 Church St. N., Sunderland • 705-357-2533
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round by appointment and open
for the Sunderland Fair and Sunderland Maple Syrup
Festival.
Artifacts representing businesses, sports teams and
organizations, maps, cemetery records for genealogy and
a database of 60,000 family tree names.
The Friends of the Thomas Foster Memorial
7239 Concession Rd. 6, Uxbridge
905-852-5854 • www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com
OPERATING SEASON: June to October
Displays in 10 buildings depict the heritage of the
Uxbridge area. Fantastic view with picnic areas and
access to Quaker Trail.
York-Durham Heritage Railway
19 Railway St., Uxbridge
905-852-3696 • www.ydhr.ca
OPERATING SEASON: June to December
Hop aboard our Heritage Train and ride through the
picturesque Oak Ridges Moraine in one of our 1950s
coaches.
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9449 Durham Regional Rd. 1 (Concession 7), Uxbridge
905-640-3966 • www.fostermemorial.com
OPERATING SEASON: May to October
“The Diamond of Durham” inspired by India’s Taj Mahal.
The famous Friday nights at the Foster hosts a different
entertainer each week.
Uxbridge Historical Centre (Museum & Archives)
HERITAGE
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Join us for a train trip
through the picturesque
Oak Ridges Moraine.
Climb Aboard in Stouffville or
Uxbridge (just north of Toronto)
Scan for details
Come and see Thomas in Uxbridge on August 12-14 and 19-21, 2016.
FOR TICKETS AND SEAT RESERVATIONS VISIT WWW.YDHR.CA
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durham region film festival
September 16-18, 2016
I www.durhamregionfilmfestival.ca
Come celebrate our strong and growing film community at the Durham Region Film Festival
showcasing interesting films with a focus on local and regional cinema. Experience the magic of film,
at Regent Theatre, Docville Movie Set and St. Francis Centre for Community Arts & Culture.
DRFF will offer on-screen film screenings, industry mixers, an awards ceremony, receptions and
creative workshops led by successful talents.
Whether you are a movie buff or filmmaker, DRFF is the place to be.
Photo: Jason Chow
Ocala Winery
Archibald’s Estate Winery
Wineries
Excite your palate with the rich
and refreshing flavours of Durham
Region’s wineries.
Each winery has something delicious to offer. Your taste buds will be bursting with joy
from the very first sip!
Photo: Reiner deSmit • Ocala Winery > Scugog
Please remember to enjoy responsibly.
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Durham Craft Beer Festival
Photo: Mike Peleshok
Manantler Craft Brewing Co.
Brock Street Brewing Company
All or Nothing Brewhouse
The Second Wedge Brewing Company
Old Flame Brewery Co.
Breweries
Photo: Reinier deSmit • Old Flame Brewery Co. > Scugog
If craft beer is more your
style, then you’ll enjoy
exploring Durham Region’s
quality local brews!
Durham is proudly home to several local craft
breweries dedicated to producing new and
enticing flavours. Take a tour, pop in for a tasting
or order up a pint while enjoying a local patio.
Please remember to enjoy responsibly.
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BREWERY LISTINGS
WINERY LISTINGS
All or Nothing Brewhouse
Archibald Orchards & Estate Winery
2-1100 Skae Dr., Oshawa
416-238-6760 • www.allornothing.beer
All or Nothing Brewhouse produces premium craft wheat
beers and distributes across Canada to bars and retail
stores.
6275 Liberty St. N., Bowmanville
905-263-2396 • www.archibaldswinery.com
OPERATING SEASON: March to December
Visit Archibald’s for wine, gourmet foods, gift baskets,
and fall activities including pick-your-own apples and a
children’s play area.
Brock Street Brewing Company
1501 Hopkins St., Unit 3, Whitby
905-668-5347 • www.brockstreetbrewing.com
The Brock Street Brewing Company opened its doors
in April 2015, with the express goal of creating amazing
beer, using only all-natural ingredients.
Ocala Orchard Farm Winery Ltd.
971 High Point Rd., Port Perry
905-985-9924 • www.ocalawinery.com
OPERATING SEASON: Daily, mid-May to December. Closed
January, open Thursday to Sunday from February to May,
seven days a week June to December
Ocala Winery has been producing wines made from
locally grown fruit and grapes since 1995. On-site
boutique offers tastings and tours daily.
Manantler Craft Brewing Co.
18-182 Wellington St., Bowmanville
905-697-9979 • www.manantler.com
Manantler is a small batch craft brewery located in
Bowmanville. Featuring a tasting room and weekly live
music including Open Mic Nights on Thursdays.
AGRI-TOURISM LISTINGS
Old Flame Brewing Co.
Durham Farm Fresh Marketing Association
135 Perry St., Port Perry
289-485-2739 • www.oldflamebrewingco.ca
The Old Flame Brewing Co.’s lagers and specialty
beers are brewed with time-honoured, hand-crafted
techniques using fresh ingredients for a signature
flavour. Winners of gold medals for the Ontario and
Canadian Brewing Awards.
Members located throughout Durham Region
905-427-1512 • www.durhamfarmfresh.ca
An association of farmers, restaurants and retailers who
grow, cook and serve locally produced food. Buy Local!
Buy Fresh!
Pingle’s Farm Market
The Second Wedge Brewing Company
1805 Taunton Rd., Hampton
905-725-6089
OPERATING SEASON: Open Easter, May to December
Farm market and bakery. Pick-your-own strawberries,
apples and pumpkins. School tours available.
Old Flame Brewing Co.
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14 Victoria St., Uxbridge
905-852-3232 • www.thesecondwedge.ca
Craft brewery, tasting room and bottle shop with rotating
seasonal beers. The perfect stop after hitting Uxbridge’s
trails.
Durham Farm Fresh
DINE • EXPLORE • DISCOVER • SHOP • RELAX
Uxbridge
TOWNSHIP OF
The Trail Capital of Canada
The Township of Uxbridge has it all!
Visitors’ Information 905-852-9181
www. town.uxbridge.on.ca
www.lucymaudmontgomery.ca
www.fostermemorial.com
www.ydhr.ca
AGRI-TOURISM
Steps away from Durham’s urban centres
are incredible farms that are known for
producing fresh, tasty and abundant produce.
It is such a satisfying experience
to create a complete meal with
local flavours and produce from
start to finish. It’s even more
satisfying to be able to pick those
local flavours with your own hands,
creating lifelong, farm-to-fork
memories with your family, while
supporting local farmers.
Hy-Hope Farm
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Archibald’s Orchards
Farm Bakeries
Farmers Markets
Knox Pumpkin Farm
Durham celebrates agriculture
year-round, and we thrive during
harvest season. We are known
for amazing pumpkin patches,
wide varieties of produce, and
the opportunity to bring your
family and pick your own fruits.
When you visit Durham Region,
remember to stop in for some fun
on the farm, meet a local farmer
and enjoy our homegrown food!
Pick-Your-Own
Gallery on the Farm
Farm Activities
Farm Activities
Meet the Farm Animals
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Discover. Experience. Explore.
Pickering offers unique events, experiences and attractions. Walk the waterfront
trail, visit the Nautical Village, enjoy a great dining experience, or step back in
time at Pickering Museum Village. Make Pickering your destination of choice.
pickering.ca
@CityofPickering
Fresh, clean and green... Experience it today!
Nestled on the shores of
Lake Scugog is the
four-season resort town
of Port Perry. Port Perry
has a fresh, natural
small town charm, rich in
historic architecture and
bustling with modern
day excitement.
Port Perry – Voted Ontario’s
Most Happening Historic Downtown
By: Ontario Travel
Annual Canada Day Celebrations
Car Shows by the Lake
Dog Days of Scugog
Canoe the Nonquon
Waterfront Farmers’ Market
Fishing Tournaments
Fall Fairs
Harvest Festival
Santa Claus Parade
905-985-7346
www.scugog.ca
Entertainment
Durham Region’s municipal districts are
buzzing with creative energy, and are home
to many family friendly activities from live
entertainment to dazzling nightlife.
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Photo: Jamieson Dean Photography • Ajax Downs > Ajax
Live Entertainment
Great Blue Heron Charity Casino
Beaverton Town Hall
Roxy Theatre
Slots at Ajax Downs
Photo: Ian Goodall
Uxbridge Music Hall
Photo: Ian Goodall
Whether you want to enjoy a night on the town, rock out to a live band or try your luck at the casino,
Durham’s nightlife is alive. If that’s not enough to keep you busy, why not see your favourite sports team in
action, catch a high-adrenaline motorsport event or check out a trampoline park?
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park
General Motors Centre
Photo: Ian Goodall
Herongate Barn Theatre
Ontario Philharmonic
Sky Zone
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ENTERTAINMENT LISTINGS
Ajax Community Theatre
Great Blue Heron Charity Casino
Performing at the St. Francis Centre for Community,
Arts & Culture
289-892-4132 • www.ajaxcommunitytheatre.com
OPERATING SEASON: November to April
Ajax Community Theatre is a non-profit, volunteer-driven
group that has been providing quality community
theatre to Ajax & Durham Region for seven years.
1-888-294-3766 or 905-985-4888
www.greatblueheroncasino.com
OPERATING SEASON: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
The Great Blue Heron provides 24/7 action featuring
535 exciting slots, 60 thrilling table games and an awardwinning buffet.
Ajax Downs Race Track
50 Alexander’s Crossing, Ajax
905-686-8001 • www.ajaxdowns.com
OPERATING SEASON: Open year-round, seven days a week
Live Horse Racing from May to October and off-track
betting year-round on more than 80 international tracks.
Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre
2885 Altona Rd., Pickering
905-472-3085 • www.herongate.com
Country buffet and live comedies in our hayloft theatre!
Fundraising and weddings welcome.
3233 Concession Rd. 10, Bowmanville
905-983-9141 • www.canadiantiremotorsportpark.com
Canada’s home of motorsports. Five major events plus
much more in 2016!
Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre
Presents ... A Fun Night Out!
99 Athol St. E., Oshawa
1-877-436-8811 • www.generalmotorscentre.com
Hosts major concerts and live events while also
providing a first-class home to the Oshawa Generals
and the Durham TurfDogs.
Great Food * Great Shows * Great Price
Youʼll love our 4 Course Country Buffet
Feast and Laugh with us!
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OLG Slots at Ajax Downs
Whitby Courthouse Theatre
905-619-2690 • www.olgslotsandcasinos.ca/olg-slots/
ajax-downs/
With over 800 machines ranging from one cent to five
dollars, electronic tables, plus the Getaway restaurant,
fun wins every time!
Whitby Centennial Building, 416 Centre St. S., Whitby
905-668-8111 • www.whitbytheatre.org
OPERATING SEASON: September to June
Whitby Courthouse Theatre, a non-profit group providing
award-winning theatre at affordable prices since 1955.
Comedies, dramas, musicals and a vibrant youth group
program. Volunteers welcome.
Sky Zone Whitby
Whitby Courthouse Theatre
240 South Blair St., Unit 2, Whitby
905-430-0333 • www.skyzone.com/whitby
34,500 square-foot indoor trampoline park featuring
freestyle bouncing, dodge ball, foam zone, fitness
programs, birthday parties, group events and more.
Award-winning Theatre in a Heritage Setting • Centennial Building
Moon
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by Ken Ludwig
April 14-16, 21-23, 28-30
8 pm {April 23: 2&8 pm}
Uxbridge Music Hall
16 Main St. S., Uxbridge
www.uxbridgemusichall.com
Various forms of entertainment presented in this unique,
beautiful building including excellent theater groups,
inspirational concerts, plus Books & Author’s nights.
™
June 2-4, 8-11: 8 pm
June 5 & 12: 2pm
Music by Stephen Flaherty | Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens | Book by Lynn Ahrens
& Stephen Flaherty | Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty
& Eric Idle | Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss.
For more info and to
purchase tickets:
whitbytheatre.org
Tickets also available
at the Box Office inside
theatre before the show.
Upcoming • August: Osage County by Tracy Letts – November 2016
2016-17 • Catch Me if You Can-The Musical by Terrence McNally (book),
Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman (music & lyrics) – February 2017
Season!
• Things My Mother Taught Me by Katherine DiSavino – April 2017
whitbytheatre.org • 416 Centre St. S. • 905-668-8111
Whitby
Courthouse
Theatre
Town Hall 1873
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Experience Ajax!
Deer Creek Golf Club
Ajax Downs Quarter Horse Racing
Image courtesy of Baseball Canada
Ajax Waterfront Trail
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Photo: Central Counties Tourism • Downtown Port Perry > Scugog
Shopping
Shop to your
heart’s content in
Durham Region.
Photo: Celia Klemenz / Metroland
Shop until your heart’s content in Durham Region. With a
wide range of unique arts and craft stores, specialty shops and
shopping malls, you are sure to find a bit of everything! Enjoy
spending the day in one of our several downtowns during any
time of year, and get to know our style. Why not make a day out
of exploring our many antique stores, looking for that perfect
hidden gem? Shopping in Durham is always an adventure!
Nutty Chocolatier
Specialty Shops
Oshawa Centre
Downtown Sunderland
Pickering Town Centre
Timeless Essentials
Pickering Nautical Village
Downtown Uxbridge
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SHOPPING LISTINGS
Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade
Pickering Town Centre
3-144 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax
905-686-0883 • www.apboardoftrade.com
The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade’s online business
directory is an invaluable resource for visitors to our area.
1355 Kingston Rd., Pickering
905-683-7171 • www.pickeringtowncentre.com
With more than 200 stores and services, three dine-in
restaurants and an eight-screen movie theatre, Pickering
Town Centre offers the perfect combination of shopping,
dining and entertainment in Durham Region.
Blackwater Bric-a-Brac Shoppe
4 Blackwater Rd., Sunderland
705-357-1099 • https://sites.google.com/site/blackwaterbricabracshoppe/
Vast collections of reclaimed architectural, industrial and
barn decor suiting your unique artistic decor projects
and creations.
Courtice Flea Market
1696 Bloor St., Courtice
905-436-1024 • www.courticefleamarket.com
Browse our authentic indoor/outdoor vendor market,
featuring an eclectic mix of antiques, hobbies,
collectibles, and new and used merchandise. Roadshow Antiques Pickering
1400 Squires Beach Rd., Pickering
905-427-7902 • www.roadshowantiquespickering.com
Our 22,000 square-foot mall is open seven days a week,
showcasing more than 150 dealers offering quality
antiques and vintage collectables.
The Pickering Markets
1400 Squires Beach Rd., Pickering
905-426-3387 • www.pickeringmarkets.com
The Pickering Markets are your one-stop-shop for great
deals, antiques and the best food court around!
Northern Cycle
889 Westney Rd. S., Ajax
905-619-8875 • www.northerncycle.com
Full-service bicycle retailer. Sales, repairs, rentals,
accessories and clothing. Road, mountain, hybrid and
kids. Thousands of satisfied customers. Contact us by
phone or email sales@northerncycle.com.
Oshawa Centre
419 King St. W., Oshawa
905-728-6231 • www.oshawacentre.com
Oshawa Centre is a 1.2 million square-foot superregional shopping centre with a growing retail mix of 230
stores and services; including Aritzia, Saje, Sephora and
lululemon.
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Timeless Essentials
2258 Regional Rd. 3, Enniskillen
905-263-4771 • www.timelessessentials.ca
Crystal, a certified Herbologist, creates handmade soaps,
bath and body products, plus a full line of culinary
delights. Follow us on Facebook.
Vintage Marketplace
1894 Scugog St., Port Perry
905-926-9786 • www.vintagemarketplace.ca
Discover your passion along with more than 20 vendors
and local artisans with their collections of antiques, art
and more.
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Tyrone Mills
BIG DEALS & BIG FUN
JUST MINUTES AWAY!
The Pickering Markets is Durham’s favourite place to
shop, dine, and explore!
500+
Vendors
Great
Deals
Amazing
International
Food
Experience!
SATURDAYS &
SUNDAYS
Saleevent.ca
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9 A.M. TO 5 P.M.
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1400 Squires Beach Road, Pickering, Ontario L1W 4B9
WWW.PICKERINGMARKETS.COM
With our sprawling wide-open spaces,
it’s easy to plan an authentic adventure
like no other in the great outdoors of
Durham Region.
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Photo: Central Counties Tourism • Waterfront Trail > Ajax
Outdoor
adventures
Watch
the video
Pond Hockey
Fishing
Lakeview Park
Standup Paddle Boarding
Treetop Eco-Adventure Park
Photo: Central Counties Tourism
Durham boasts beautiful waterfronts, more than 350 kilometres of
recreational trails for hiking or cycling, beautiful conservation areas,
zoos, zip-lining adventures, and several campgrounds. Did you know
that the region is also known as a four-season
fisherman’s paradise? Our spectacular
outdoor adventures are waiting for you!
Photo: Cent
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Kayaking
Explore More!
Trails Interactive Map: www.durhamtourism.ca/whattodo/natureandoutdoors.aspx
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Photo: Port Perry SUP
Horseback Riding
“Gear up and explore
Durham Region”
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Central Lake Ontario Conservation
100 Whiting Ave., Oshawa
905-579-0411 • www.cloca.com
Step into nature! Protected, naturally restored and
enhanced conservation areas are for you and future
generations to enjoy.
Rare & Endangered Wildlife
From around the World
Guided Feeding Tour at 1:30
Jungle Cat World Inc.
3667 Concession Rd. 6, Orono
905-983-5016 • www.junglecatworld.com
A unique opportunity to see and experience wild species.
Treetop Eco-Adventure Park
53 Snow Ridge Crt., Oshawa
905-655-1113 • www.izipped.ca
Durham Region’s only outdoor zip line and aerial
challenge course 10 minutes north of Durham College/
UOIT on Simcoe Street North. Now featuring archery tag.
Behind the Scenes
Private Program
Residential-for children 6 - 17
~Safari Lodges~
Bed and Breakfast
(905) 983-5016 Orono, ON
Www.junglecatworld.com
CANADA’S BEST GOLF EXPERIENCE!
ROYAL ASHBURN GOLF CLUB • 18 HOLE CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE
GOLF • DINING • WEDDINGS • MEETINGS • TOURNAMENTS
PRACTICE FACILITIES • LOCKER AND SHOWER FACILITIES • BUTLERS PUB & GRILL
www.royalashburngolfclub.com • 905-686-1121 • info@royalashburngolfclub.com • 995 Myrtle Road West, Ashburn, L0B 1A0
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Second Marsh
Uxbridge Trails
Fishing Durham Interactive Map: www.durhamtourism.ca/FishingPortal
OPG is a proud partner in many
community and environmental
programs and initiatives across
Ontario. And with 99.7 per cent
of the power we produce free of
smog and greenhouse gas-causing
emissions, we are just as dedicated
to making Ontario a cleaner and even
better place to live, work and play.
@opg
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Community, Recreation,
Sport and Convention
Facilities
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Photo: KASPI Photography • Abilities Centre > Whitby
Durham Region is home to many
facilities which offers a range of
services to visitors.
Whitby Public Library
Regent Theatre
Uxbridge Arena
Scugog Splash Pad
Legends Centre
If you’re here for pleasure,
visit any one of our community,
recreational or sport facilities
for an afternoon of family fun.
Whether it’s for work or for play,
Durham Region has you covered.
Bunkland Skatepark
Abilities Centre
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Photo: Steve Dormer • General Motors Centre > Oshawa
Ajax Convention Centre
Pickering Civic Complex
Photo: Toni Hafkenscheid
Ajax Pool
COMMUNITY, RECREATION, SPORT AND CONVENTION FACILITIES
Clarington Public Library
550 Beck Cres., Ajax
905-428-9993 • www.ajaxconventioncentre.ca
The Ajax Convention Centre, Durham Region’s newest
convention and meeting centre has 30,000 square-feet
of sophisticated, contemporary function space to
accommodate any event from intimate board meetings
to trade shows and elaborate weddings.
163 Church St., Bowmanville
905-623-7322 • www.clarington-library.on.ca
Experience community, leisure, family time, and
entertainment with your Clarington Public Library,
with branches in Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle
and Orono!
AYUS – Durham Region Awareness Centre
Legends Centre
3390-3392 Concession Rd. 8, Leskard
877-999-AYUS(2987) • www.AYUS.ca
OPERATING SEASON: Year-round. Scheduled events
AYUS enables experiences that support individual
development and connect a community of people who
are interested in expansion, growth and well-being.
1661 Harmony Rd., Oshawa
905-436-5455 • www.oshawa.ca/recreation
The Legends Centre includes a four-pad arena, leisure
pool with waterslide, fitness centre and indoor track,
gymnasium, splash pad and accessible playground.
Civic Recreation Complex
99 Thornton Rd., Oshawa
Civic Recreation Complex features sports fields, fieldhouse, indoor/outdoor tracks, pool, fitness centre,
indoor racquet sport courts and an outdoor playground.
South Oshawa Community Centre
1455 Cedar St., Oshawa
South Oshawa Community Centre features a leisure pool
with waterslide, fitness centre, youth room, meeting
rooms and a teaching kitchen.
Host your next sport event in
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At Sport Durham, we’re a team player.
Our experts will assist you in all aspects
of bidding, planning, organizing and
marketing your event. Durham Region has an
impressive resume of hosting sport events
from large international events to numerous
community-based sport tournaments. Come
play and stay in the Region!
www.durhamtourism.ca/SportTourism
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Amenities Include:
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Fitness Center
Restaurant/Lounge/Bar
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Flat Screen TVs
Mini Fridges & Microwaves in All Rooms
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Quality Hotel and Conference Centre Oshawa
1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa, ON, L1H 7K6
P: 905-576-5101 E: gina@sunraygroup.ca
www.qualityhoteloshawa.com
www.sunraygroup.ca
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Whether you’re looking for live theatre, musical concerts,
film screenings, family shows, or a decidedly different
destination for your next event, it’s all here at the St. Francis
Centre. With over 3400 sq. ft. of usable reception/theatre/
meeting space, and features that include a stage, retractable
theatre seating, dressing rooms, a catering kitchen,
professional theatre lighting & sound, and audio-visual
capabilities...the possibilities are endless.
ajax.ca
78 Church Street South
Ajax ON L1S 6E3
905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS)
www.stfranciscentre.ca
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Best Western Plus Bowmanville
160 Liberty St. S., Bowmanville
905-623-8500
www.bwplusbowmanville.ca
Come experience our newly renovated
property to suit all your travel needs.
Bon-Voyage Motel
7645 Baldwin St., Brooklin
905-655-5308
Home away from home. Conveniently
located near golf courses and ski
resorts. Less than 17 kilometres from
the Whitby Harbour and 12 kilometres
from the Oshawa Airport.
Comfort Inn Pickering
533 Kingston Rd., Pickering
905-831-6200
www.pickeringcomfortinn.com
Newly renovated and is located just
off of Highway 401. Minutes to major
attractions, local restaurants and
shopping.
Hilton Garden Inn Ajax
905-686-9400
www.torontoajax.hgi.com
133 room and boutique-style conference
hotel with 3,400 square-feet of
meeting space, located beside the Ajax
Convention Centre just off Highway 401.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bowmanville
37 Spicer Square, Bowmanville
905-697-8089/877-697-8089
www.hiexpress.com/bowmanvilleon
Stay at Bowmanville’s 100 per cent
smoke-free hotel, in one of our
spacious guest rooms or suites. Perfect
for families, business travels or any
occasion.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oshawa Downtown – Toronto Area
905-434-3666
www.hiexpress.com/oshawaon
IHG’s uniquely designed Holiday Inn
Express & Suites is the newest hotel in
Durham. 125 rooms, including 19 suites,
complimentary express breakfast,
fitness centre, pool and much more.
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180 Consumers Rd., Whitby
906-665-8400
www.expresswhitby.com
Enjoy spacious bedrooms, complimentary hot buffet breakfast, free Wi-Fi
and parking. Conveniently located off
Highway 401, and walking distance to
restaurants and entertainment.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ajax
905-686-5969
www.ajaxontariocanada.homewoodsuites.com
104 all suite boutique-style hotel
located just off the Highway 401 beside
the Ajax Convention Centre and Hilton
Garden Inn.
La Quinta Hotel
63 King St. E., Oshawa
905-571-1333
www.laquintaoshawa.com
Located in downtown Oshawa, the heart
of the city with comfy queen-sized
beds, complimentary breakfast, highspeed internet and parking.
Quality Hotel & Conference Centre
905-576-5101
www.qualityhoteloshawa.com
Trusted full-service hotel serving
Durham Region for over 40 years, now
new and improved for 2016!
Residence & Conference Centre – Oshawa
32 Commencement Dr., Oshawa
905-728-8700
www.stayrcc.com/oshawa
Seasonal accommodations provider
located on the campus of Durham
College/UOIT, featuring two-bedroom
suites, complimentary parking,
continental breakfast and Wi-Fi.
Residence Inn by Marriott
160 Consumers Dr., Whitby
905-444-9756
www.marriott.com/yyzwy
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Anderson House B&B
120 Columbus Rd. W., Oshawa
905-655-5264
www.andersonhouseBB.com
A warm country Victorian home in the
quaint village of Columbus. Minutes
from Durham College/UOIT, Port Perry,
Brooklin and numerous golf courses.
Jungle Cat World – Safari Lodges
3667 Concession Rd. 6, Orono
905-983-5016
www.junglecatworld.com
Experience one of Canada’s most
unique bed and breakfast inns,
offering decadent lodging with highly
personalized service. Immerse yourself
in the zoo world!
Model A Acres Bed & Breakfast
7090 Middle Rd., Bowmanville
905-263-4319
www.modelaacres.com
Experience old-world charm and
modern comfort in a quiet country
setting, minutes from Bowmanville.
“Yard-art” tours available.
Nestleton Waters Inn
3440 Beacock Rd., Nestleton
905-986-0670
www.nestletonwatersinn.com
Country inn on the water with luxury
themed suites and gourmet brunch
with overnight stay, just one hour from
Toronto!
Our Valley View Bed & Breakfast
50 Barton Rd., Enniskillen
888-681-6079
www.ourvalleyviewbnb.com
Our Valley View Bed & Breakfast ‎is
located in the heart of the Enniskillen
Valley where the quiet serenity helps
soothe busy lifestyles.
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The Hive Bed & Breakfast
3392 Concession Rd. 8, Leskard
877-999-2987
www.TheHiveBedandBreakfast.com
Single-room and full-house rentals
with a heritage church on-site and
nestled within the Wilmot Creek
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Weekend Getaway
If you’re looking for a relaxing Durham Region weekend getaway,
plan your stay at a Clarington bed and breakfast. Our Clarington BnB’s
are located on beautiful, sprawling rural landscapes, each providing a
unique, peaceful escape for their guests.
Find your bed and breakfast at www.claringtonbnbs.com.
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Top rated hotels and conference
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Hilton Garden Inn
Make your reservation or
centre all in one convenient location
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn and Ajax Convention Centre are all situated
on the northeast corner of Highway 401 and Salem Road in Ajax, Ontario and just 35 miles
from the Toronto International Airport. Dine out at great nearby restaurants, play on superb
golf courses, or treat yourself with nearby shopping options. These facilities will provide
expert service and will ensure your next vacation, business trip or special event is relaxing
and memorable.
Homewood Suites by Hilton is a
boutique-style, all-suite hotel in Ajax,
Ontario. Our spacious studio and
one and two bedroom suites offer
enough space for work or relaxing,
plus all the comforts of home.
• 104 suites with full kitchens in each room
• 11 accessible rooms
• Complimentary daily hot buffet breakfast
• Complimentary evening social snacks and
beverages Monday – Thursday nights;
alcoholic beverages upon request
• Outdoor BBQ and mini putting area open
for guests
• On site fitness facility and indoor heated
salt water pool
• 24 hour business center, suite shop and
laundry facilities
• Brand new meeting space accommodating
groups up to 30 people
• Hilton Honors Loyalty Rewards Program
For more information contact:
Since 2007, the Ajax Convention
Centre has been hosting events
of all kinds from the grandest of
weddings and the most glamorous
galas to busy trade shows, meetings
and seminars. With over 30,000
square feet of sophisticated,
contemporary function space, the
Ajax Convention Centre is the ideal
location to host any event.
• Culinary delights prepared on location by
talented chefs
• Complimentary wireless and wired high
speed internet
• Top quality audio visual equipment
• Large selection of boardrooms and ballrooms
to suite your event
• Experienced on site coordinator helps plan
your event
550 Beck Crescent, Ajax, ON
www.ajaxconventioncentre.ca
905-428-9993
www.ajaxontariocanada.homewoodsuites.com
905-686-5969
book your next event today!
Unwind and refresh at the Hilton
Garden Inn Toronto/Ajax hotel.
Experience a carefree stay in a
warm and inviting guest room or
choose one of our well-appointed
luxurious suites.
• 133 guest rooms available
• Full restaurant (Garden Grille and Bar) on site
for breakfast and dinner
• Recently renovated 2100 square foot banquet
hall with three additional boardrooms
• Can accommodate corporate and social functions
of up to 140 persons
• Full catering and audio visual available on site
for all of your meeting requirements
• On site fitness facility and indoor heated pool
and hot tub
• 24 hour business center, suite shop and
laundry facilities
• Hilton Honors Loyalty Rewards Program
www.torontoajax.hgi.com
905-686-9400
Festivals & Events
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Photo: Mike Peleshok • Whitby Harbour Day > Whitby
Durham Region is a vibrant community
which proudly comes together all yearround for special festivals and events that
offer something for all ages.
Whitby Harbour Day
Canoe the Nonquon
Bowmanville Apple Festival
If you’re looking for food festival
fun, local fairs or even worldclass sporting events, then
you’ve come to the right place!
Whatever the season,
there’s always a
reason to play in
Durham Region.
Artfest on the Esplanade
Explore
more!
Durham Craft Beer Festival
Events calendar:
calendar.durhamtourism.ca
Orono Fair
Fiesta Week
Brock’s Big Bite
Ontario Fencing Championships
Huck Finn Youth Fishing Day
Food Truck Festivals
Ajax Winterfest
2016 Event Listings
Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival > Oshawa
Jan. 30
Feb. 20
The Liverpool 4 – Beatles Tribute
Band
St. Francis Centre for Community,
Arts & Culture
Ajax Black History Month Celebration
J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate Theatre
1355 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax
www.ajax.ca
Feb. 28
Jan. 31
Ajax Chinese New Year Celebrations
– Year of the Monkey
Ajax Community Centre,
HMS Banquet Hall
75 Centennial Rd., Ajax
www.ajax.ca
Feb. 5 to March 20
Lovers Leap – Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
Feb. 6
4th Annual Feb Fest
Latcham Centre
www.discoverportperry.ca
Feb. 15
Ajax Winterfest
Audley Recreation Centre
www.ajax.ca
Feb. 15
Family Day Curio
www.oshawamuseum.org
Feb. 15
13th Annual Winter WonderLearn
Clarington Public Library, Courtice
Branch
2950 Courtice Rd., Courtice
www.clarington-library.on.ca/wwl
Clarington Sport & Leisure Fair
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
2440 Hwy. 2, Bowmanville
www.clarington.net
March 12 to 20, 26 to 27 and
April 2 to 3
Maple Syrup Festival
Purple Woods Conservation Area
38 Coates Rd. E., Oshawa
www.cloca.com
April 1 to May 14
Murder at The Howard Johnson’s –
Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
April 2 to 3
Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival,
Downtown Sunderland
www.maplesyrupfestival.ca/sunderland
All information contained in this publication is believed to be accurate and complete at the time of printing. Since much of this information is subject to change, we assume no liability
for any damages or loss arising from errors, omissions or information given in any of the enclosed advertisements or listings included in this publication.
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Visit the events calendar at www.durhamtourism.ca for a complete list of events in Durham Region.
Durham Farm Connections Farm
Open House
Luther Vipond Memorial Arena
67 Winchester Rd. E., Brooklin
www.durhamfarmconnections.ca
April 9
Casino Royale Gala to benefit Hearth
Place Cancer Support Centre
www.hearthplace.org/gala
April 16
Speak Easy – A Roaring 20’s Murder
Mystery Dinner Theatre
Arts & Culture
April 21
Girls’ Night Out
Historic Downtown Bowmanville
www.bowmanville.com
April 24 to May 29
PineRidge Arts Council CONTACT &
Juried Photography Exhibition
McLean Community Centre
95 Magill Dr., Ajax
www.ajax.ca
April 28
Drawing for Art
Station Gallery
www.whitbystationgallery.com
April 29
May 20 to 22
11th Annual Diva Night
Downtown Port Perry
Castrol Presents: The Victoria Day
SpeedFest Weekend
www.canadiantiremotorsportpark.com
Every Wednesday from May 25 to
Sept. 7 (weather permitting)
May 21
Show and Shine
City Hall staff parking lot
50 Centre. St. S., Oshawa
www.downtownoshawa.ca
Honey Bee Orchard Blossom Walk
www.archibaldswinery.com
May 7
May 24
Three on Three Road Hockey
Tournament (adult/youth divisions)
Clarington Blvd., Bowmanville
www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/clarington
Northview Community BBQ
Northview Community Centre
150 Beatrice St. E., Oshawa
www.oshawa.ca/events
May 7
Doors Open Whitby
Various locations throughout Whitby
and Brooklin
www.whitby.ca/events
Photo: Amanda Faskin
April 6
May 8
Mother’s Day Tea
2365 Concession Road 6, Greenwood
www.pickering.ca/museum
May 14
Toccata & Tea
Arts & Culture
May 20 to June 26
Nurse Jane Goes to Hawaii – Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
May 28
Artfest on the Esplanade
Esplanade Park, Pickering
www.pickering.ca/artfest
May 28
Durham West Blues Fest
www.durhamwestbluesfest.com
June, July and August
Wave Summer Music Series
Station Gallery
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July and August (Thursdays)
June 9 to Aug. 25 (Thursdays)
June 12
Concerts in the Park
Memorial Park, Oshawa
www.oshawa.ca/concerts
Brooklin Music in the Park
Grass Park
Ajax Trailfest
Ajax Trail Network
www.ajax.ca
June 10 to 12
11th Annual Moonlight Madness
Downtown Port Perry
June 3
Golf Fore Hearth Place Charity Golf
Tournament
Wolf Run Golf Club
www.hearthplace.org/golf
June 3 to 5
Pickering Annual Rotary Ribfest
www.pickeringribfest.com
June 4
48th Annual Canoe the Nonquon
Port Perry waterfront
www.scugogshoresmuseum.com
June 4
Spring Food and Wine Festival (adult
event)
Newcastle Town Hall, Newcastle
www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/clarington
Bowmanville Rockin’ Rotary Ribs
and Brews
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex
2440 Regional Hwy. 2, Bowmanville
www.ribsandbrews.com
June 11
Doors Open Clarington
Various sites in Newcastle
www.doorsopenclarington.com
June 11
Ontario Lumberjack Championships
Beaverton Fair Grounds
www.ontariolumberjackchampionships.com
June 4
Community Care Durham’s 11th
Annual Walk for Mental Health
Awareness
Waterfront Trail, Heydenshore Park
589 Water St., Whitby
www.ccdwalk.org
June 4 to 5
Beaverton Antiques and Collectibles
Show and Sale
Beaverton–Thorah Community Centre
176 Main St., Beaverton
www.btehs.com
June 11 to 12
12th Annual Peony Festival
Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens
www.oshawa.ca/peony
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Canadian Historic Grand Prix
June 19
Father’s Day on the Heritage Train
Uxbridge Train Station
www.ydhr.ca
June 25
History in Action Saturdays –
Teddy Bear Picnic
Durham Caribbean Festival
Ajax Downs
www.durhamcaribbeanfestival.com
June 26
Heritage Challenge Car Rally
Uxbridge Historical Centre
www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com
July and August (Wednesdays)
Maud’s High Tea Luncheons
Historic Leaskdale Church
11850 Regional Rd. 1, Leaskdale
Whitby Music in the Park
Rotary Centennial Park
800 Brock St. S., Whitby
Brooklin Music in the Park
Grass Park
June 17 to 19
June 25 to 26
June 8 to Aug. 24 (Wednesdays)
June 9 to Aug. 25 (Thursdays)
June 17
July and August (Thursdays)
June 11 to 18
Summer Solstice Suppers
Waterfront Concert Series
Millennium Square,
Bottom of Liverpool Road, Pickering
www.pickering.ca/greatevents
July and August (Sundays)
Esplanade Concert Series
July 1
July 2
July 8 to Aug. 21
Canada Day Celebrations
Beaver River Museum
284 Simcoe St., Beaverton
www.btehs.com
Geocache Adventures
The Foursome – Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
Photo: Ian Goodall
Newcastle Canada Day Celebration
2016
Newcastle & District Recreational
Complex
1780 Rudell Rd., Newcastle
www.villageofnewcastle.ca/events
July 1
Ajax Canada Day Celebrations
Ajax Downs
www.ajax.ca
July 1
Canada Day
Lakeview Park, Oshawa
www.oshawa.ca/canadaday
July 1
Canada Day Celebrations
Palmer Park, Port Perry
www.scugog.ca
July 1
Canada Day Celebration
Kinsmen Park, Pickering
July 1
Whitby Celebrates Canada Day
Victoria Fields
Watson and Victoria St. W., Whitby
July 2 to 3
Reebok Spartan Race
Ski Brimacombe
4098 Regional Rd. 9, Orono
www.spartanrace.ca
July 9
Community Care Durham Uxbridge’s
20th Annual Gardens of Uxbridge
Urban and rural gardens in and
around Uxbridge
www.ccdgardensofuxbridge.org
July 6 to Aug. 31 (Wednesdays)
Ajax Summer in the Square
Ajax Town Hall, Heritage Square
www.ajax.ca
July 7 to 10
July 1
Mobil 1 SportsCar Grand Prix
July 7 to Aug. 25 (Thursdays)
Culture Night in Oshawa
Civic Square – City Hall & Memorial
Park, Oshawa
July 9
St. Francis Centre 5th Anniversary
Celebration
Arts & Culture
Ajax Trailfest > Ajax
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July 9
July 17
July 30
Busy as Bees
Pizza Day on the Heritage Train
www.ydhr.ca
Museum Minecraft
July 10
22nd Annual Wooden Boat Festival
Port of Newcastle Marina
10 Lakebreeze Dr., Newcastle
www.ponmarina.com
July 15
July 23
Ajax Movies in the Park
Audley Recreation Centre Park
www.ajax.ca
Chopped PMV
July 16
July 23
Theatre in the Open
Harbour Day
Port Whitby Marina
301 Watson St., Whitby
July 16
Whitby in Bloom Garden Tour
Whitby and Brooklin
www.whitby.ca/whitbyinbloom
Ice Cream Day on the Heritage Train
www.ydhr.ca
July 16 to 17
July 24
14th Annual Dog Days of Scugog
Scugog Shores Museum Village
16210 Island Road, Port Perry
Beaverton Thorah Eldon Historical
Society’s Annual House Tour
Beaverton and area
www.btehs.com
Whitby Harbour Day > Whitby
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July 24
Aug. 3
Dine In the Vines
Ocala Winery
www.ocalawinery.com
Aug. 5 to 7
Pickering Food Truck Festival
www.pickeringfoodtruckfestival.com
Aug. 6
Amazing Race
Teddy Bear Day on the Heritage Train
www.ydhr.ca
July 23
Aug. 7
Aug. 14
Aug. 28
Summer Corn Festival & Jamboree
www.courticefleamarket.com
Driftwood Theatre – The Taming of
the Shrew
Pioneer Day
Aug. 14
Chevrolet Silverado 250
Aug. 7
Passenger Appreciation BBQ at the
Railway
www.ydhr.ca
Aug. 8 to 14
Pioneer Day
Aug. 19
Ajax Movies in the Park
Ajax Community Centre Sportsfields
www.ajax.ca
Clarington Heritage Week
Various locations throughout
Clarington
www.claringtonheritage.ca
Aug. 19
Aug. 12 to 14 and 19 to 21
Aug. 19 to 21
Day Out With Thomas the Train
www.ydhr.ca
Canadian Superbike Doubleheader
Weekend
Aug. 13
Aug. 20
Brock’s Big Bite
Downtown Beaverton
www.brocksbigbite.ca
BluesBERRY Festival
Historic Downtown Bowmanville
www.bowmanville.com
Aug. 13
Aug. 20
Passion for Fashion
Museum Minecraft
Aug. 13
Aug. 26 to Oct. 2
Taste Ajax
Rotary Park
177 Lake Driveway W., Ajax
www.ajax.ca
The Affections of May – Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
Aug. 13 (rain date–Aug. 14)
Aug. 27
Bikes on Bond
Downtown Oshawa
Bacon, Beer & Cider Festival
www.archibaldswinery.com
Sept. 3 to 4
Maud’s Garden of Quilts Show
Kars on King
Downtown Oshawa
Photo: Kristin McCrea
8th Annual Brits on the Lake
Downtown Port Perry
Sept. 2 to 4
Sept. 8 to 11
164th Orono Fair
Orono Fair Grounds
2 Princess St., Orono
www.oronofair.com
Sept. 9 to 11
Uxbridge Fall Fair
Elgin Park, Uxbridge
www.uxbridgefair.ca
Aug. 7
Sept. 10
Brooklin Harvest Festival
Grass Park
41 Baldwin St. N., Brooklin
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A Country Path Fall Harvest Driving Tour > Clarington
Sept. 11 (rain date–Sept. 18)
Sept. 18
Fall Classic Car Show
8th Annual Harvest Chili Cook-Off
Celebration
Downtown Port Perry
Sept. 11
Grandparent’s Day on the Heritage
Train
www.ydhr.ca
Sept 13 to 14
Sunderland Fall Fair
Sunderland Fair Grounds
20 Park St., Sunderland
www.agfair.ca
Sept. 16 to 18
Beaverton Fall Fair
Beaverton Fair Grounds
176 Main St., Beaverton
www.beavertonfallfair.ca
Sept. 16 to 17 and 23 to 24
A Spirit Walk
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Sept. 16 to 18
Durham Region Film Festival
Regent Theatre, Docville Wild West
Movie Set and St. Francis Centre
www.durhamregionfilmfestival.ca
Sept. 17 to 18
Harvest Festival
Ocala Winery
www.ocalawinery.com
Sept. 17 to 18
Uxbridge Studio Tour
Uxbridge and surrounding area
www.uxbridgestudiotour.com
Sept. 17
Ajax Spirit Walk
Rotary Park and Ajax Waterfront
177 Lake Driveway W., Ajax
www.ajax.ca
Teddy Bear Day on the Heritage Train
www.ydhr.ca
Sept. 24 to 25
A Country Path Fall Harvest Driving
Tour
Various sites in Clarington
www.acountrypath.com
Sept. 25
“Kicking Cancer For Kids” Inside Ride
Benefiting Hearth Place Pediatric
Cancer Family Support Program
www.hearthplace.org/insideride
Sept. 30 to Oct. 2
Culture Days in Oshawa
Oshawa
Photo: Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario
Oct. 15
Archaeology Day at the Museum
Sept. 30 to Oct. 2
Oct. 21
Fright at the Museum
www.uxbridgehistoricalcentre.com
Oct. 29
Lucy Maud Montgomery Day
Oct. 1
Oct. 30
Doors Open Ajax
Various locations throughout Ajax
www.ajax.ca
Halloween Fun at the Market
Photo: YDHR
Culture Days
Durham Region
www.culturedays.ca
Oct. 1
Doors Open Oshawa
Various locations throughout Oshawa
Oct. 8
“Murder at Sea” Mystery Dinner
Theatre – A Cruise of TITANIC
Proportions
Arts & Culture
Oct. 22 to 23 and 29 to 30
Halloween Train Rides
www.ydhr.ca
Oct. 23 to Nov. 27
PineRidge Arts Council Juried
Art Show
McLean Community Centre
95 Magill Dr., Ajax
www.ajax.ca
Oct. 14 to Nov. 12
Oct. 28 to 29
Confessions of a Dirty Blonde –
Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
Oct. 29
Pumpkinville
Greenwood Conservation Area, Ajax
www.ajax.ca
“Silver Salute” featuring the Weston
Silver Band
Arts & Culture
“Dracula” featuring DuffleBag
Theatre (Children’s Theatre)
Arts & Culture
Oct. 29
Hallowe’en Hijinks
Photo: Station Gallery
Cannington Haunted Trail
MacLeod Park
Peace St., Cannington
www.canningtonhauntedtrail.com
Photo: Town of Ajax
Oct. 15
Nov. 12
Nov. 12
Holiday House Tour
Station Gallery
Nov. 14 to 25
Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre
Christmas Bazaar
86 Colborne St. W., Oshawa
Nov. 18
Candlelight Walk & Tree Lighting
Downtown Port Perry
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2016 Event Listings
Nov. 18
Christmas Tree Lighting
Civic Square – City Hall, Oshawa
Nov. 18 to Dec. 31
Run For Your Wife – Comedy
Herongate Theatre
www.herongate.com
Dec. 2
Dec. 4
Whitby’s Annual Christmas Tree
Lighting
Celebration Square, Whitby Public
Library
405 Dundas St. W., Whitby
Christmas in the Village, Winter in
the Woods
Children’s Old Fashioned Christmas
Nov. 19 to 20 and 26 to 27, Dec. 3 to 4
and 10 to 11
Dec. 8
Santa Train Rides
www.ydhr.ca
Nov. 20
The Newcastle Santa Parade 2016
Downtown Newcastle
www.newcastlesantaparade.com
Nov. 25
Brooklin Christmas in the Village
Grass Park
41 Baldwin St. N., Brooklin
Nov. 26
Ajax Santa Claus Parade
Downtown Ajax
www.ajax.ca
Nov. 26
Pickering Santa Claus Parade
Glenanna Road (east to the Pickering
Town Centre)
Dec. 4
Joyful Night
Pickering City Hall
One The Esplanade, Pickering
Dec. 3
Santa Claus Parade – Hosted by
Scugog Chamber of Commerce &
Port Perry Lions Club
Downtown Port Perry
www.scugogchamber.ca
Dec. 3
Lamplight Tour
Dec. 3 to 4
Santa’s Workshop
Dec. 10
“Twas the Night Before Christmas”
featuring DuffleBag Theatre
Arts & Culture
Dec. 31
Ajax Family New Year’s Eve
Celebrations
Ajax Community Centre
www.ajax.ca
Dec. 31
Oshawa Celebrates 2017
Legends Centre
1661 Harmony Rd. N., Oshawa
Dec. 1
Dec. 31
Deck the Halls
Northview Community Centre
150 Beatrice St. E., Oshawa
Family New Year’s Eve Free Skate
Iroquois Park Sports Centre, Whitby
Dec. 2
Annual Tree Lighting & Fireworks
Event
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Dec. 4
Children’s Old-Fashioned Christmas
www.durhamtourism.ca
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