Durham Tourism Blog

It's Pick-Your-Own (PYO) season in Durham Region! Stop by one of our many farms, orchards or country markets—many of which feature PYO strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and more. If apples are more to your liking, check out our Apple Adventure guide to plan the ultimate day apple picking, sipping on local cider, and maybe even indulge in a fritter or two.

If you have a dog, then this is your blog. Big or small, short-haired or shaggy, your four-legged friend is part of the family.

Oshawa Fiesta Week is back for another seven summer days of incredible eats and dazzling entertainment! The Oshawa Folk Arts Council has organized this event for more than 50 years, and they know how to throw a party.

Where is the Trail Capital of Canada? Where is the house from the movie Billy Madison? What region of the GTA is expected to reach a population of 1.3 million by 2051?

If you can answer these questions, it means that two facts are true.

It’s maple syrup season—perhaps the sweetest season of all! And with fresh local maple syrup in season, comes a lot of tasty treats. In this recipe, Chef Alex Page goes beyond the conventional ways of incorporating maple syrup into our dishes: in salad dressings, desserts, or for a glaze on salmon or pork.

When it comes to winter sports and outdoor fun, Durham Region boasts some of Ontario’s best skiing and snowboarding destinations. With three amazing ski resorts that each offer something unique, there’s no shortage of unforgettable experiences.