Shop the Blocks Returns on November 12

October 30, 2025

Cornwall Ontario – Downtown Cornwall’s annual Shop the Blocks event is back and bigger than ever.

On Wednesday, November 12th, over 20 Downtown businesses will be joining forces and showcasing all they have to offer. Shoppers will have a chance to seek out some of the best in food, art, fashion, gifting, pampering, healthy living and much more. The event runs from 5 pm to 9 pm.

“Shop the Blocks is annual event where we say thank you to our customers for their patronage over the years and for sticking by us,” said Chris Munro, the owner of Life’s Little Pleasures. “For us small business owners, there is a special relationship that exists with our customers. Shop the Blocks is an opportunity for us to thank them for their patronage and for sticking by us and supporting local.”

Participating businesses will be joining forces and staying open late to showcase their food, products and expertise.

There will also be merchant giveaways, draws, demonstrations, samplings, other incentives and much more. People shopping during the event can fill out a ballot for a chance to win $1000 in Downtown Dollars. Pommier Square will be alive with music to add to the ambience of the event.

Participating Businesses

Life’s Little Pleasures
The Happy Popcorn
Love & Lee
Kid’s Korner
Tickle Your Fancy
Floral Expressions
Bud’s Records & Kool Things
Tilly’s
Crush Lane
Craftmans Cafe
Essential Kitchen
Pommier Jewellers
Pure Organic Spa
Echo Trends
Carrots n’ Dates
The Squire Shop
Rush Hour Escapes
Job Zone d’Emploi
Kastner’s Mens & Ladies Wear
Total Cyclery
Fairy Sweet
Nola Studio
Schnitzels European Flavours
Relove Dress Rentals
East West Manifest
Melody Music
Esca Gourmet Pizza + Bar
Amici Italian Cafe & Bar

And more to come!

Shop the Blocks dates back to 2013 when downtown merchants first got together to offer a special night of shopping.

Additional Info

For additional information and updates on Shop the Blocks 2025, make sure to check out the Facebook event page.