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.
Tree and bridge lighting
Join us for the annual tree and bridge lighting, set for Wednesday December 1 at 6:30pm, at the Lions Heritage bridge park. There will be music, hot chocolate, and of course, the lights!
Chocolate Bar / Golden Ticket Sale
Durham’s homecoming celebration is July 2022, and we’re raising funds with chocolate! The delicious bars are a whopping 200g for just $10, available at most stores in town. Inside 1 out of every 100 wrappers is hidden a Golden Ticket for $25 Durham dollars, which can be spent at participating businesses. Sales are cash-only, no tax. They make great stocking stuffers!
Durham Arts Fest, usually the weekend after Canada Day
Art displays, an Art Battle, quality live music, craft beer and food vendors. Free admission. Artist applications accepted year-round (see contact page). Contact artsfest@townofdurham.ca
Canada Day Celebrations, usually the weekend near July 1
Activities for all ages, from noon until nightfall, Durham ball diamonds/fairgrounds. Hosted by Durham Lions club. Food, live music, kids activities, and spectacular fireworks. Donations accepted.
Be sure to check back to and follow us on Facebook for updates and info on these events, sports and recreation programs and lots more…
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
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 Bigfoot on 21
22 West Grey Auto Parts
23 Garafraxa St. Salon & Spa
24 Colpepper’s Ultramar
25 Foodland
26 Riverside Fish & Chips
27 Studio A
28 IDA Pharmacy
29 Strands Hair & Aesthetics
30 Old Town Hall
31 McIntee Real Estate Brokers
32 NFP Insurance
33 Rethreads
34 Eckhardt’s Floral Treasures
35 The Garafraxa Café
36 Godfather’s Pizza
37 The Barber Shop
38 Outdoor Adventures
39 The Mortgage Centre
40 Bath & Biscuit
41 The Co-operators
42 Durham Laudromat
43 Durham Art Gallery
44 Canada Post
45 West Grey Dentistry
46 Tim Summers Tax & Accounting
47 Michael J. McGarry – Lawyer
48 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
