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Maple Syrup Festivals And Events In Durham Region

Each year, as winter winds down, the longer days and rising temperatures welcome to start of the maple syrup harvest! Events kick off in March and run through May—giving families and friends ample time to get a sweet taste of the maple season, and a chance to enjoy fresh, local maple syrup, pancake breakfasts, and syrup demonstrations. To help you make the most of maple season in Durham Region, check out our list of upcoming festivals and events in 2025!

Pefferlaw Creek Farms Maple Syrup...

Page’s Platefuls: Apple Chilli Chutney Recipe

As the holiday season approaches, we begin to think about hosting, entertaining, and gift giving. With that in mind, Chef Alex Page has created a recipe that checks all of those boxes! This Apple and Chilli Chutney uses cherry spiked hard cider from Banjo Cider, and brings some heat from Hurt Berry Farm’s Persian Lime Hot Sauce.

This recipe is extremely versatile and great to keep in the fridge (for up to one week) during the season! During your festive feasts, place this atop a cracker or...

Christmas Tree Farms To Visit Near Toronto This Holiday Season

Left: arynnphotography | Right: cassandralyndee

Channel your inner lumberjack (or lumberjill ), snap some insta-worthy pics, and get into the holiday spirit when you visit one of Durham Region’s tree farms! Choose from pre-cut trees, decorative greenery, and cut-your-own—including White and Blue Spruce, Balsam, Douglas and Fraser Firs, and White and Scotch Pines.

Some farms even offer refreshments and family-friendly winter activities, including wagon rides, bonfires, hot chocolate, hot apple cider, snacks, visits...

Celebrate The Season At These Santa Claus Parades In Durham Region

Santa Claus is coming to town! Bundle up and enjoy the magic of the season at one of Santa’s many visits across Durham Region.There's a full lineup of parades set to spread festive cheer, and visits by parade goers can also mean a thriving holiday season for local merchants with stops at shops and restaurants along the parade route. This beloved tradition features a festive street procession and is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Beaverton Lions Santa Claus Parade

When: November 15 at 7 p.m.

Indoor Family Attractions in Durham Region

Right: Playdium, Whitby by @mandy_sparklesshinylove | Left: Volt Raceway, Bowmanville

Durham Region is home to an abundance of indoor attractions to keep you entertained no matter the weather. If you're looking to enjoy some quality time indoors with family, spend a night out with friends, or planning ahead for when the kiddos are out of school, there are plenty of great local attractions to enjoy right here in Durham Region. Save this list for when you want to get out of the house, but not...