• The 182nd annual Fergus Fall Fair

    The 182nd annual Fergus Fall Fair is this weekend celebrating our “Country Roots.” September 14, 15 and 16. Come on and get your country on! Sure, most people come to Fergus to see the beauty of the Grand River, our beautiful historic downtown or the many events that have put our community on the map,…

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  • Riverfest Elora 2018

    Happy 10th  anniversary Riverfest Elora, you charmer, you. We’ve waited all year for this party. ALL YEAR. And we’re okay with it because, we already know that Riverfest Elora 2018 is totally worth the wait. How can we be so sure?  Experience. We haven’t missed a Riverfest yet, which means we have TEN years of…

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  • Industry Day at Grand River Raceway

    There is something about the sound of horse’s hooves thundering passed the rail, going at breakneck speed along the track, so gallant and strong, making the final turn running for position, with the yips from the drivers leaning back long in their sulkies, steering them into position. And all the while the animated commentary of…

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  • Fergus Medieval Faire

    Armour up! Fergus is about to go Medieval.   Fergus is a beautiful historic town, but it’s about to go MEDIEVAL! On Saturday, July 28, the merchants of Downtown Fergus will host the Fergus Medieval Faire, inviting everyone to take a step back in time with a full day of fun. And seriously, who doesn’t…

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  • Twilight at Templin

      As the sun slides behind the horizon at the end of a warm summer Wednesday evening, the buildings of downtown Fergus cast long shadows over the streets and people begin to gather along the paved path of the Riverwalk that winds behind the downtown shops, along the flowing waters of the Grand River.  …

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  • Bridges in Elora & Fergus

      Sir Isaac Newton is quoted as saying, “We build too many walls and not enough bridges.” Well, we assure you, Mr. Newton would love Fergus and Elora because we love our bridges. They aren’t just a means to cross over the beautiful Grand River and Irvine River, they are meeting places, special places –…

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  • Fergus Tartan Day 2018

    Fergus Tartan Day 2018   Break out the tartans and the itchy woolen socks, strap on the sporran and polish the boots. Then head to downtown Fergus for a day of fun on April 8, from 1-5pm. (Aye, but rest assured the party goes on much longer! Surely you can too.). Fergus Tartan Day is…

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  • Things to do in Winter in Elora and Fergus

    We embrace winter full-on here, because whether you love the fresh air of the great outdoors or the warmth and comfort of the great indoors, we live in the ultimate winter wonderland. It’s simply the most beautiful place to be when the snow falls and the ice forms and everywhere you look it is picture-perfect.…

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  • Late Night Shopping (2017)

    Downtown Fergus is a festive place to be for the whole family during the annual Late Night Shopping event on December 1, 2017! Gather around for the traditional tree lighting ceremony along the Riverwalk. Enjoy music, merriment and more. Our festive shops are open late and ready to welcome you in from the cold with…

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  • Halloween Haunt Street Walk

    Hey kids! Halloween Haunt starts here.     Who says the ghosts and ghouls only come out at night? Not us! Come to Downtown Fergus on Saturday, October 28 and see for yourself.   The Halloween Haunt Street Walk is a fabulous spooky tradition celebrated in the light of day, where the historic main street…

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