--- title: "Harvest and hauntings: Falling for South Eastern Ontario this October" date: 2026-09-30T12:48:00-04:00 author: Rosanne Lake canonical_url: "https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/harvest-and-hauntings-falling-for-south-eastern-ontario-this-october/" section: Articles --- ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth2400px/IMG_4225.jpg) # Harvest and hauntings: Falling for South Eastern Ontario this October Rosanne Lake Between spooky evenings, marvellous music, corn mazes and all the pumpkins you can handle it’s easy to tailor the perfect fall event itinerary in South Eastern Ontario! Pick some apples, uncover mysteries, see a show on stage, or hit up a fall market - you decide. Read on for 33 ways to experience the vibrant communities in South Eastern Ontario this fall! [1. October 1 to 4: Kingston WritersFest](https://www.kingstonwritersfest.ca/) Authors from around the world, across the country and down the street are featured at this year’s Kingston WritersFest alongside unique programming in an intimate atmosphere! Bestselling authors and emerging voices gather for panels, interviews and more to ignite deeper conservations. Something for everyone! [2. October 1 to 4: The Long Weekend at the Upper Canada Playhouse](https://uppercanadaplayhouse.com/) Don’t miss one of Norm Foster’s most produced and hysterical comedies, featuring two couples you’ll never forget! The Long Weekend is on stage until October 4 at the Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg. Be prepared for laughs from start to finish! [3. October 2 to 4: Prince Edward County Chamber Music Festival](https://visitthecounty.com/events/prince-edward-county-chamber-music-festival-9d8d74cb-6b83-4da5-a0ae-065c3567108b) For more than 20 years, PEC Chamber Music Festival audiences have witnessed outstanding and meaningful performances by some of the finest of Canada’s musicians. This year is no different, with shows taking place until October 4 at St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church in Picton. [4. October 2: Harvest Moon Celebration with David R. Maracle in Kingston](https://www.queensu.ca/theisabel/whats-on/harvest-moon) This performance by David R. Maracle at The Isabel Bader Centre, is a celebration of harvest, gratitude and the enduring traditions of Indigenous Peoples! David R. Maracle is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer who has created stone sculptures and much music, and even performed in the 2000 Olympics and for the Queen Of England. ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth1600px/RT09-Summit-Sept.-13-PART-2-52.jpg)[5. Until October 31 (closed Sundays): Pirate Treasure Hunt Corn Maze at Rijke's Produce Farm in Morrisburg](https://www.facebook.com/rijkesfarm?__cft__%5B0%5D=AZgxpUkKMq1QMXXFJYDZ8zjCLPNpTJEi4RMIFlrMGAA-1Xbgy3QS4eCYXSrGOc9jHfAH4GWvyommd0-WHxaQORcJkwE-Ald2YWBC5sBrBZx7Hnetos8F7-zAxe6RIsnFVvThvqZVRH1f9dTM7naGl9Xp9yqi0ArZFjqmdd7PiNicQxEUc7qu0ofrRJk&__tn__=-UC%2CP-R) Arrr, mateys! Ready for adventure? Explore the corn maze, search for hidden treasure, complete the map and make it to the treasure chest for a prize! Then discover the Pirate Play Trail, pick your own pumpkin, grab some corn stalks, stock up on fresh produce and revel in the fall harvest! [6. Throughout October: Starry Night with Saw-Whets](https://visitthecounty.com/events/2026-starry-nights-with-saw-whets) Join in a public owl-viewing evening, with an informative presentation by the experienced PEPtBO team and observing the banding of the species up close. PEPtBO’s nighttime migration monitoring focuses on the Northern Saw-whet Owl until Nov. 7. Saw-whet Owls are small and captivating - an instant favourite among birders of all ages. [7. October 2 to 31: PumpkInferno at Upper Canada Village](https://www.uppercanadavillage.com/event/pumpkinferno/) Get lost in a mesmerising world of thousands of illuminated handcrafted pumpkins, scenes and dreams! This night-time walk through features artistically-designed and authentic looking carved pumpkins along the streets and paths of the historic village. Taking place on select nights from October 2 to 31, the award-winning PumpkInferno is a much-loved event each fall. Be on the lookout for new exhibits this year, as well as an interactive zone, miniature train ride, treats and more! READ ALSO - [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth250px/188869/BirdSanctuary_Fall_12.jpg) Entertainment Fall in love with Parks of the St. Lawrence ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/fall-in-love-with-parks-of-the-st-lawrence/) [8. Weekends throughout October: Fall Farm Fest at Campbell’s Orchards, Carrying Place](https://www.campbellsorchards.com/) Fall fun at its finest! Look for a corn maze, barbecue, wagon rides, farm fun but only until Nov. 1! Don’t forget beautiful apples ready for the picking. READ ALSO - [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth250px/Ouimet-Farms-Adventure-103.jpg) Outdoor & Adventure Harvest Delights and Labyrinth Adventures in South Eastern Ontario ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/harvest-delights-and-labyrinth-adventures-in-south-eastern-ontario/) [9. October 3: Classic Albums Live: Fleetwood Mac Rumours at Base 31](https://visitthecounty.com/events/classic-albums-live-fleetwood-mac-rumours) Ready to be absorbed in the music and sing along with Rumours? One of the most iconic albums is recreated live on stage as Classic Albums Live breathes life into the music once more. Note for note, cut for cut, Classic Albums Live delivers the songs with detailed precision! See it lives at the Drill Hall! [10. October 3: Art in Place - a Base 31 and Oneo Art Walk Celebration](https://visitthecounty.com/events/art-in-place-base31-x-oeno-art-walk-celebration) An afternoon of art, conservation and community! Explore Canadian sculpture at Base31 with a special guided Art Walk! Discover it with a special walk, stories featuring the artist, curators and partners behind the collection and reception. [11. Saturdays and Sundays until October 31: Wizard Corn Maze at Fields of Gold](https://www.facebook.com/sunnyfieldsofgold) Enter the biggest corn maze in SDG Counties! Wizard themed challenges await with puzzles, clues and surprises in this 15 acre maze that’s a magical adventure for the whole family. Can you find your way through the maze? [12. Starting October 3: Ontario Festival of Small Halls](https://ontariosmallhalls.com/) Big music in small places! The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is back this fall with unforgettable music in beloved community spaces. With artists like The White Buffalo, Danny MIchel, Fortunate Ones, Ashley MacIsaac, and Logan Staats and more in unique places across South Eastern Ontario this is one festival that you don’t want to miss. Discover small towns and revel in top notch Canadian live music! [13. October 4 to 7: C’ArtP Mazes - Caligomos Art Philosophy and Journey](https://www.gananoque.ca/events/woo-art-gallery) Taking place at the Woo Art Gallery, this event features visual installations, a live Q&A with the author, book signing and more. READ ALSO - [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth250px/Pumpkinferno-UPPER-CANADA-VILLAGE4.jpg) Entertainment Get Goosebumps in South Eastern Ontario - 2026 edition ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/get-goosebumps-in-south-eastern-ontario/) [14. October 5 to 8: The Art of Visiting National Indigenous Presenters Gathering](https://lodgepolearts.ca/the-art-of-visiting-2026/) The Art of Visiting: National Indigenous Presenters Gathering returns for its third year, bringing together Indigenous and Treaty-partner (non-Indigenous) presenters, artists, agents, and arts sector representatives from across Canada. Hosted on Wolfe Island and in Ka’tarohkwi (Kingston), Ontario, the Gathering creates space for meaningful relationship building, cultural exchange, and professional development. [15. October 8 to 11: Pique Assiette Mosaics at Wintergreen Studios](https://www.wintergreenstudios.com/events/tiles-mosaics) Dive into hands-on, creative experience that combines art, design and craft! This workshop at Wintergreen Studios explores the ancient art form of mosaics, re-imagined for modern times. [16. October 10: Mommy/Daddy and Me Pumpkin Bouquet Workshop at Hopeful Harvest](https://www.facebook.com/hopefulharvest.sunbury/posts/pfbid025AsU1vimQJsMBUJmuxkwAgURG46Ld2dBex9BWEuxCtjqoWSUk7UELuvXGMkegiWsl), Kingston Come on down to the farm for good, old-fashioned fall fun and learn how to make your very own Pumpkin Bouquet — just in time for Thanksgiving! This family-friendly make and take is perfect for spending time with your little ones: they’ll have everything ready for you: pumpkin, flowers and all the supplies you’ll need. [17. October 10: Fall for Merrickville](https://www.simpletix.com/e/fall-for-merrickville-2026-tickets-281863) A celebration of the season in a charming country setting! With hay rides, pony meet and greet, live music, face painting, farm fresh product, pumpkins, lots of coffee, vendors and even a mechanical bull - we’ll all be falling for this darling village. Grab the family on Thanksgiving Saturday and see you there! [18. October 16 to 31, weekends only: Fright Nights at Happy Little Farmstead in Spencerville](https://www.happylittlefarmstead.ca/fright-night) Follow the spooky story of a school trip of children and teachers who mysteriously vanished in the cornfield on this spine tingling adventure at the farm! Happy Little Farmstead turns dark for their Fright Nights ranging from lite fright experiences to full fear. Find your way out of the corn before something finds you… READ ALSO - [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth250px/37341/Spoons-Winchester-United-Church-2023-Photo-credit-by-Marissa-Dubrofsky.jpg) Entertainment Small Halls brings big music to South Eastern Ontario ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/small-halls-brings-big-music-to-south-eastern-ontario/) [19. October 17: 54:40 at Base31 in Picton](https://visitthecounty.com/events/54-40) What does four decades of hits, gold and platinum albums, and a celebrated live show all have in common? 54:40, of course! Canadian rock icons are returning to the Drill Hall this month. It’s set to be a rocking show. [20. October 17: Crystal Palace Vintage Market in Picton](https://visitthecounty.com/events/crystal-palace-vintage-market-8d0d9da5-8cd9-47f6-a3ac-62da259973a9) Every object has a story! Vintage housewares, intriguing oddities, vintage art, ceramics, retro clothing, collectibles and much more. So much to see with more than 50 vendors in the beautiful Crystal Palace. Make a day of it! [21. October 17: The Hip Experience at The Spire in Kingston](https://thespirekingston.org/event/the-hip-experience-presented-by-time-warp-promotions/) Billed as the definitive tribute to the sound of The Tragically Hip, this is one show that’s a must-see. The Hip Experience is a powerhouse act dedicated to capturing the raw energy, storytelling and rock that is so loved about the all-Canadian band, The Tragically Hip. ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth1600px/10248_Kingston-Misc-DowntownKingston-OCt2025_Retouched_IMG_25_1008_DO_Kingston-3590.jpg?transformId=4840&site=default)[22. October 17: Lansdowne Craft Fair](https://lansdowneontario.ca/lansdowne-craft-fair-oct-17-2026/) Browse unique gifts for special occasions, enjoy lunch and door prizes. This annual tradition was established almost 50 years ago and still features many local craftspeople, such as woodworkers, knitters, bakers, soapmakers, dollmakers, quilters, metalworkers - and so much more. [23. October 17: Halloween Bazaar at Cornerstone Organics in Long Sault](https://www.facebook.com/cornerstone.organics) Mark your calendars… or else! Come on down to the Halloween Bazaar for kids activities like yard games, crafts, a petting zoo, face painting, complemented by live entertainment, psychics, healers, and vendors! A fun time of connection for all. [24. October 18, 23 and 25: Harmony Concerts at Stone Crop Acres](https://www.harmonyconcerts.ca/) Starting October 18, hear this collection of original songs and stories of love, loss and the long road home with [The Roxanne Delage Trio](https://www.harmonyconcerts.ca/event-details-1/the-trobairitz-the-roxanne-delage-trio). Roxanne will be joined by Marc Muir on guitar and Pamela Lord on fiddle for an amazing night! Next up is [The LH Express at Stone Crop Acres](https://www.harmonyconcerts.ca/event-details-1/the-lh-express) - settle in for a soulful, fun-filled and electrifying musical ride! Finally, on Oct. 25 see the [Shania Twain Tribute Band](https://www.harmonyconcerts.ca/event-details-1/shania-twain-tribute-band) which guarantees a night of premium entertainment whether you’re a Shania fan or new to the genre. [25. October 22 to Nov. 8: It’s a Good Life If You Don’t Weaken in Kingston](https://1000islandsplayhouse.com/the-tragically-hip/) The Thousand Islands Playhouse is presenting this landmark new musical featuring songs by The Tragically Hip at the Kingston Grand Theatre! Set in 2002, the show follows Waleed, an exiled journalist in Canada, who meets and falls in love with Kate, a local record store owner. Get ready for this powerful, original story set to the timeless music of The Tragically Hip! [26. Starting October 22: Countylicious](https://visitthecounty.com/countylicious) Savouring local flavour, sharing community love! From October 22 to November 15 indulge in dishes from local restaurants and take the opportunity to get to those spots you’ve been eager to try. Support the vibrant PEC culinary scene and savour while celebrating the changing of the season. READ ALSO - [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth250px/DELPHINE-BTOWNSEND-11652-1.jpg) Food & Drink Savour the Flavours of Fall: Countylicious Returns to Prince Edward County ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/savour-the-flavours-of-fall-countylicious-returns-to-prince-edward-county-2/) [27. October 24: Jimmy Carr in Kingston](https://www.slushpuppieplace.com/event/jimmycarr_2026/) Laugh until your sides ache when global comedy superstar, Jimmy Carr, comes to Kingston with his biggest tour yet! Set to roll into the Slush Puppie Place, Carr is known for his sharp joke, dark humour and laugh. He has performed in 40 countries and now he has his eyes set on the city of Kingston! [28. October 24: Vintner’s Dinner at Karlos Estates](https://visitthecounty.com/events/vintner-s-dinner-669987cf-9cd5-48d7-852b-cb35f19d71f0) (header image) Come celebrate the bounty of fall! Indulge in a five-course meal paired to the wines at Karlo Estates by their Vintners. Visionary chef Chris Bryne features locally-sourced, plant-based, whole food, cooked-from-scratch and made with love as guests gather for harvest-table dining in the veranda. [29. October 24: STUFF’D A Celebration of Food at Base31](https://visitthecounty.com/events/stuff-d-a-celebration-of-food) Come hungry and bring your flavour passport! STUFF’d is back again with good food, local ours and high fall energy. Tour stuffed-up favourites from Commissary vendors, as well as sample pours from some of PEC’s best breweries and cideries. [30. October 25: Sydenham Fall Trail Run](https://mtadventures.ca/trail-run-series/sydenham-fall-trail-run/) Lace up and enjoy an 8km run on the Cataraqui Trail along Sydenham Lake! See the fall colours with a water view during the run which takes place on Sunday, October 25. New this year - half marathon distance added! Got young runners? The Little Eagles Kids Run gets in motion as a 2km run for children up to age 12. Fees apply and include a post-run meal, souvenir and registration fees. The run is hosted by [MT Adventures](https://mtadventures.ca/)! [31. October 26: Spook the Street in Downtown Brockville](https://brockvilletourism.com/event/spook-the-street-in-downtown-brockville/) Spooky fun, a costume contest and treats, of course! Spook the Street is a downtown celebration of Halloween for the whole family. It will feel like a Halloween heist with all the deals and treats to be had! [32. October 31: Wines of Tuscany Dinner with Enid Grace](https://visitthecounty.com/events/wines-of-tuscany-dinner-with-enid-grace-saturday-31st-october) Picture this: a candlelit evening spent dreaming of the hills of central Italy. Although you’ll be in End Grace’s barn you’ll be transported to Italy as guests move through seven wines during the evening alongside six courses from Enid’s kitchen! Sommelier Freddie Rae and celebrated culinary host Enid Grace ensure the night is nothing short of magical. [33. October 31: Tett After Dark in Kingston](https://www.tettcentre.org/events/tett-after-dark) The Tett Centre comes alive after dark this Halloween! Wander throughout the building and be enchanted with immersive installations, interactive art, intriguing character, hands-on fun and live performances. Looking for some hauntingly terror-ific events in SEO? See our Goosebumps in South Eastern Ontario events blog! Make your October a screaming good time. 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