Upcoming Events
There is always something going on in Durham. Live music, annual poetry, film, art and cultural festivals draw talent and visitors from far and near. Rec-league and minor sports including baseball, soccer, hockey, and curling will keep you active.
Herb Fair, June 10 2023, 9am to 3pm
Over 40 vendors selling plants, garden decor, handmade home decor, and lots more. Food and music on-site. Riverside Park, Durham.
Canada Day Celebrations, July 1 2023, 4pm to 10pm
Activities for all ages, from 4pm until nightfall, Durham ball diamonds/fairgrounds. Hosted by Durham Lions club. Food, live music, kids activities, and spectacular fireworks. Donations accepted.
Durham ArtsFest 2023, Saturday July 8, 10am to 9pm
Watch artists bring our town to life on canvas, or peruse affordable art on Mill Street, then try some art activities, and enjoy a puppet show! Hear live music, check out our amazing proximity to river parks, purchase downtown food, and stroll over to Durham Art Gallery for an evening reception (local brews available for purchase). Sponsored by the downtown BIA, this is a free event! Detailed schedule to follow soon.
Durham Fall Fair, September 1–3, 2023
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Discover things to see and do…
- Go swimming and/or camping at the Durham Conservation Area.
- Visit one of our art galleries: Jest Arts or Durham Art Gallery
- Check out the amazing view of the Saugeen River from the Heritage Railway Bridge.
- Try your hand at fly fishing on the river or trout fishing at Wilmer Trout Ponds. Fishing in Ontario
- Bring your bike and go cycling in nearby forests.
- Explore scenic McGowan Falls and historic dams on the Saugeen River.
- Take a self-guided tour of downtown murals (see below).
- Have a picnic at one of our beautiful parks (see below).
- Experience small-town hospitality and great food at any of our restaurants.
- Take a stroll downtown and find treasures all your own.
- Join us for any of the annual festivals.
Businesses
1 Crowndale Accounting
2 Saunders Men’s Wear
3 Jest Arts
4 Billiards
5 At the movies
6 Bridgeport Dental Clinic
6/7 Éowyns Ice Cream
7 The Colour Jar
8 Young’s Garden
9 Chicory Common
10 CIBC
11 Northern Credit Union
12 Durham Florist
13 RBC FInancial Group
14 Becker’s
15 LCBO
16 Century 21 Cedar Glen
17 CMR Insurance
18 Going Once, Going Twice…
19 The Bookstore
20 Relax by Christine
21 West Grey Auto Parts
22 Garafraxa St. Salon & Spa
23 Sills Photography
24 Cannabis Grey Bruce
25 Colpepper’s Ultramar
26 Foodland
27 Riverside Fish & Chips
28 Studio A
29 Mini & Me
30 IDA Pharmacy
31 Strands Hair & Aesthetics
32 Old Town Hall
33 McIntee Real Estate Brokers
34 NFP Insurance
35 Rethreads
36 Eckhardt’s Floral Treasures
37 The Garafraxa Café
38 Godfather’s Pizza
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40 The Barber Shop
41 Outdoor Adventures
42 The Mortgage Centre
43 Bath & Biscuit
44 The Co-operators
45 Durham Laundromat
46 Durham Art Gallery
47 Canada Post
48 West Grey Dentistry
49 Tim Summers Tax & Accounting
50 Michael J. McGarry – Lawyer
51 Fallis, Fallis & Macmillan – Law Firm
Parks
1 Saugeen Conservation Area – Hiking, swimming, camping, playground
2 Heritage Park – Shelter, pedestrian rail bridge
3 Durham Wading Pool
4 Old Town Hall Park – Playground, picnic area
5 Veterans Memorial Park – Monument
6 Vicker’s Park – Picnic shelter, river path
7 Riverside Park – Picnic area, river view
Murals
1 “1872/2022” by JP Morel
2 “Saugeen Country” by Allen Hilgendorf
3 “People’s Parade” by JP Morel
4 “Wild Things Parade” by JP Morel
5 ”McGowan Falls” by Allen Hilgendorf
6 “Last Supper” by Allen Hilgendorf
7 “Wood Show” by Allen Hilgendorf
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“When I think of Durham, I think of New Rural. There’s a growing desire for sustainability; and Durham is ahead of most small towns in terms of culture, music, and beauty. It’s a great place to start afresh.”
Mark Stovel, new resident & business owner
