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Wander through fields of farm fresh flowers at one of these beautiful flower farm experiences in Durham Region! Just a short drive from downtown Toronto, you can spend the day lounging in lavender fields, strolling through sunflowers, or picking a bouquet of wildflowers in Durham Region.

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.

It's foodie season in Durham Region. And luckily for you—and your tastebuds—there's good food around every corner. Find everything from delicious street fare, to roadside pit stops perfect for any craving, to foodie fanatic events that are all about the eats.

Get ready to bloom with excitement! Experience1,000,000 stunning blooms, pick-your-own flower bouquets, photo-opps, live music, farm-to-fork food and drinks, wagon rides, and so much more at Pingle's Tulip Days!

Celebrate the spring harvest with a trip to your local farm market, grab your ingredients, and try these tasty bites by Chef Alex Page! Use the recipes below to recreate these delicious dishes at home.

Spring has officially sprung, and after a long winter there's nothing more exciting than sunshine, spring blooms, and long warmer days! Here's just some of our favourite flower farms, florists and markets in Durham Region to get you ready for the season. We hope thistle encourage you to #ShopInDurham for all your flower needs. Please check hours before visiting as some locations are open by season only.

The Easter Bunny is hopping on down to Durham Region, and to celebrate, we've put together a list of egg-citing events to enjoy with family and friends. Experience the most sp-egg-tacular weekend of festivities with delicious treats, egg hunts, wagon rides, farm animals, and more fun! Check out this list for an egg-cellent Easter weekend in Durham Region. 

Enjoy all things sweet at a Maple Syrup Festival in Durham Region! Tap into your inner child at a maple syrup demonstration, pour your heart out over pancakes, and make memories that are bound to stick. Each year, as winter winds down, the longer days and rising temperatures welcome the harvest of fresh maple syrup! Events kick off in March and run through May—giving families and friends ample time to discover the sweet taste of maple syrup.

Who says you have to hop on a flight to feel like you’re on vacation? We've compiled a list of local restaurants with a delicious menu and tropical atmosphere that will transport you to a sunny destination—so you can pretend you’re on vacation without having to go far from home.

"What is Galentine's Day? Oh, it's only the best day of the year." “It’s about celebrating lady friends.”

While Galentine's Day is unofficially celebrated on February 13—the day before Valentine's Day—we think February 14 is the perfect excuse to keep the celebration going. Why not grab your gals and show some extra love to your besties all February long? Whether you’re single, your significant other is out of town, or you simply love this Parks and Rec inspired holiday, then these Galentine’s Day date ideas are for you. Check out our list of fun things to do with your friends this February and enjoy the ultimate celebration with your closest crew.