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13 Apr

Upper Canada Village is Now Open – Tickets On Sale Now!

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18 Mar

Reservations for the Guest House and Montgomery House Now Open

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26 Feb

SLPC’s Pumpkinferno, Fort Fright and Alight at Night Earn Ontario’s “Top 100 Festivals and Events” Honours

Provincial Recognition Showcases the Creativity, Quality, And Guest Satisfaction Behind SLPC’s Signature Seasonal Events MORRISBURG, ON – The St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) is proud to announce that three of its premier seasonal events, Pumpkinferno and Alight at Night at Upper Canada Village, and Fort Fright at Fort Henry National Historic Site, have each been recognized as 2026 Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario by Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO). This provincial recognition highlights the exceptional creativity, quality, and guest experience that define SLPC’s signature events, reinforcing the organization’s…

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18 Dec

Now Hiring for the 2026 Season – Apply Now!

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24 Jul
Three Upper Canada Village female interpreters walking away in different coloured dresses in bonnets

Explore More For Less This Summer with the Canada Strong Pass

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13 Jun

Upper Canada Village Celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with Cultural Performances and New Exhibit Honouring Indigenous Heritage

Morrisburg, ON — June 13, 2025 — Upper Canada Village proudly marked National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day today with a meaningful celebration honouring the rich heritage, diverse cultures, and significant contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.  The event featured two captivating performances by Kanerahti:io (DJ) White, Cultural Educator with Rise Up Studio of the Akwesasne Mohawk Territory, alongside The Rise Up Traditional Singers and Dancers. Held in the heart of the Village, the performances welcomed visitors to gather, listen, and learn as traditional…

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04 Oct

St. Lawrence Parks Commission Welcomes U.S. Ambassador David L. Cohen for Exclusive Tour of New Black History Exhibit at Upper Canada Village

Friday, October 4, 2024   Morrisburg, ON – The St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) was honoured to welcome United States Ambassador to Canada, David L. Cohen, and his wife, Mrs. Rhonda Cohen, to Upper Canada Village for an exclusive tour of the new Black History Exhibit on Saturday, September 21, 2024.  Unveiled in May 2024, this permanent exhibit is dedicated to commemorating and exploring the rich history of Black Canadians in Eastern Ontario in the 1860s. The exhibit highlights their contributions, resilience, and achievements, offering visitors an important lens into the…

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25 Sep

Ignite Your Fall Tradition with Pumpkinferno’s 13th Spectacular Season

Experience the Magic of Over 9,000 Pumpkins and New Exciting Exhibits at Upper Canada Village, Opening September 27, 2024!  Start a new fall tradition with Pumpkinferno, making its dazzling return for the 13th season at Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg, opening this Friday, September 27, 2024.   This award-winning event will enchant visitors with over 9,000 pumpkins, showcasing six brand-new exhibits: ‘Ladies of the 80s’ featuring iconic female pop stars and memorable items from the 1980s; ‘Bug-Eyed’ with colorful and cute creatures; ‘Autumn Adventures’, an interactive celebration of all things fall;…

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25 Sep
Glowing pumpkins with carved faces.

Kingston’s Two Unforgettable Fall Experiences, Pumpkinferno and Fort Fright Return

Explore the magic of glowing pumpkins at Pumpkinferno with Kingston Pen Tours and embrace the terror of Fort Fright at Fort Henry, both opening September 27, 2024.   Pumpkinferno: Step into a Glowing World of Wonder   When the sun sets, Kingston Pen Tours brings Pumpkinferno to life, transforming the historic Kingston Penitentiary into a glowing wonderland. Visitors can explore the iconic site illuminated by 17 brilliant pumpkin sculptures, with over 7,000 glowing pumpkins casting light on the limestone walls. Now in its fourth season in Kingston, this family-friendly event invites guests of…

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11 Sep

1860s Fall Fair and Quilt Show Returns

Step Back in Time for a Traditional Fair at Upper Canada Village Celebrate the rich traditions of the 19th century at Upper Canada Village’s annual 1860s Fall Fair and Quilt Show, taking place on Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, 2024. This event brings the charm of a bygone era to life with classic fall fair activities, including horse and cattle shows, a vibrant quilting bee, and public entries for fine art, preserves, handwork, vegetables, and other unique items—all created in line with the guidelines of an 1860s fall…

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