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12 Insta-worthy nights out in Durham Region
Posted on Monday, October 20, 2025 11:09 AM
Feature photo: Surf Kitchen and Bar, Whitby
Need a night out that’s next level? Whether you’re catching up with the girls, going for after-work appetizers or planning date night, there are lots of picture-perfect Durham Region hot spots—with the right vibe—for your next night out. Featuring crafty cocktails, drool-worthy appetizers, dancing and live music, you’ll have plenty of photo opportunities to capture the best night ever.
Biltmore Theatre
39 King Street East, Oshawa
Biltmore Theatre, Oshawa
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12 Halloween Events To Visit Near Toronto This Spooky Season
Posted on Wednesday, October 01, 2025 07:00 AM
In case you needed more reasons to fall in love with spooky season, Durham Region has you covered—from haunted forests to guided ghost tours and spooky street festivals to horror-themed vendor markets. The month of October has plenty of frightful fun for all ages! As the leaves change colours and temperatures begin to drop, the fall season brings comfort with warm drinks and cozy sweaters, but there's also something spooky that happens after dark... Check out this list of haunted horrors and spooky...

Page's Platefuls: Apple, Squash & Chipotle Soup Recipe
Posted on Sunday, September 28, 2025 08:30 AM
Home to the Apple Capital of Canada, Durham Region is no stranger to all things apple! Especially delicious apple dishes. Using apples from Archibald Orchard & Estate Winery and other local ingredients, Chef Alex Page has created a delicious soup for you to try at home—the perfect comfort meal as we head into the cooler temperatures and embrace fall.
Want to try this, prepared by the chef himself? Join us on October 18 at Archibald's Orchard & Estate Winery from 1 to 3 p.m. for a Culinary Demonstration...

This Ontario Town Will Make You Feel Like You’re In An Episode Of Gilmore Girls
Posted on Sunday, September 21, 2025 07:00 AM
Left: That Place on Queen | Right: Palmer Park by thisisafeefa
When life starts to feel a little “la la la la la la”, there's only two things you can do. Turn on the TV to binge watch Gilmore Girls, or start the car and head to Port Perry to experience a Gilmore Girls inspired day for yourself. We recommend doing both, really. Although the fan favourite Gilmore Girls wasn’t filmed in Durham Region, you'll quickly find that stepping into historic downtown Port Perry will transport you to Stars Hollow. The only...

11 Corn Mazes Near Toronto To Get Lost In This Fall
Posted on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 12:10 PM
It's corn maze season! Whether you’re gathering at the farm with family or friends, Durham Region has some a-maze-ing experiences for you to enjoy—from simple strolls through the corn stalks, to puzzling activations, to spooky corn maze experiences. If you love fall adventures, then Durham's corn mazes have you covered! Some of our farms have even been challenging us with their twisting and turning mazes over a decade. Check out this list of corn mazes across Durham Region and get outside to...
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