THE LIST: 10 Fun Things to do in October

October 2, 2024

October is here, bringing cooler weather, colorful leaves, and fun events to Cornwall and area! It’s the perfect month to get into the Halloween spirit and enjoy the beauty of fall.

From spooky events to outdoor fun, there’s a lot to do this October.

  1. The Ghost Walk for Charity
    Get ready for some scares at this annual Halloween charity event in Cornwall. The Ghost Walk is a 15-20 minute tour through Canada’s largest non-profit indoor haunted house. With creepy decorations, props, actors, and special effects, it’s sure to be a spooky experience! Plus, it raises money for local charities.
  2. Visit Local Art Gallery
    Check out the art scene in Cornwall by visiting the Cline House Gallery. Their latest show, Rural Routes, features paintings by local artist Stuart McCormick, who creates beautiful scenes of rural life.
  3. Take a Cooking Class
    Learn how to cook delicious seasonal dishes with local ingredients at Essential Kitchens in downtown Cornwall. Make sure to sign up in advance!
  4. Shop Downtown
    Take advantage of the crisp fall air and stroll down to one of our local shops, in downtown Cornwall. Why not get a head start on your holiday shopping? Shop for your loved ones or shop for yourself. There are multitude of different retail shops to choose from.
  5. Cycle the waterfront
    Cornwall hosts one of the largest cycling paths in the region. Enjoy the ride while taking in the beautiful St. Lawrence River by its side.
  6. Explore Autumn Trails
    Go for a hike at Guindon Park to see the beautiful fall colors. With over 500 acres of land, you can enjoy walking trails that start from the Eastern entrance of the park.
  7. Enjoy a Scenic Drive
    Take a relaxing drive along the St. Lawrence River. The Heritage Parkway, also known as Highway 2, offers stunning views of the fall landscape from Cornwall to Iroquois.
  8. Upper Canada Village Pumpkinferno
    Visit Upper Canada Village after dark to see an amazing display of over 9,000 hand-carved pumpkins. This award-winning event turns the village into a magical place filled with glowing pumpkins in all kinds of designs and themes.
  9. Go Apple Picking
    Gather your friends and family for a fun day of apple picking. You can visit places like Marlin Orchards and Garden Centre, Cannamore Orchards, Mountain Orchard, or Smyths Apple Orchard.
  10. Visit a Pumpkin Patch
    Head over to Avonmore Berry Farm or Seven Acres Family farm for a fun family day of picking pumpkins and more!

Get out there and enjoy everything Cornwall has to offer this October!