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Things to Do

Norfolk County is alive with things to do all year long. Live theatre and local festivals add colour and vitality to our many towns and villages. Take your family on an adventure to our museums and historic sites. In summer, explore many activities on the water, such as boating, waterskiing and swimming. Tour the many shops and retail stores of Norfolk County, including antiques, gift shops, and farm markets.

15th Annual Dickens Christmas Craft Show	Simcoe, ON
December 4th and 5th, 2010 visit a bygone era. Victorian decor and costumed vendors selling hand-crafted items and door prizes. There is something for everyone on your Christmas list! Proceeds benefit The Spot / Youth Unlimited Youth Centre and the Norfolk County Fair in Simcoe. Discounted tour packages.

Adrenaline Aviation Inc.	Long Point, ON
With Adrendaline's Discovery Flights you can experience the thrill of flying inches above the water, the freedom of soaring high above the land, the excitement of taking over the controls and the beauty of the scenery below. It's an adventure you won't forget!

Alligator Tug	Simcoe, ON
The Norfolk Alligator Tug was rebuilt in 1997 to demonstrate the legacy of a major Simcoe industry, "West and Peachey", that produced over 200 unique tugs between 1889 and 1945. These flat-bottom boats used cables to pull themselves across land between waterways and were vital to the lumber industry. Volunteers demonstrate the tug several times throughout the summer.

Backstage Capitol	Delhi, ON
Year round live entertainment in the historic and newly renovated Backstage Capitol Theatre. Visit our website for information on upcoming concerts, plays, children programs and rentals.

Backus Heritage Conservation Area	Port Rowan, ON
Memorable family adventures await at Backus. Learn about pioneer life, explore historic buildings, see a nature centre and discover our unique natural history. Entertaining special events and nature walks.

Bayfest	Port Rowan, ON
Come play by the Bay! Bayfest - - Labour Day Weekend - September 3rd, 4th and 5th, 2010. Fireworks, midway, entertainment! Fun for the entire family!

Better Living Essentials Womens Expo - Ladies Nite Out!	Simcoe, ON
The ultimate ladies nite out! Loads of exhibitors, gourmet dinner, spa treatments, fashion show, shopping, prizes, culinary demonstrations and guest speakers! Saturday, March 27, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Canada's First Forestry Station	St. Williams, ON
Explore the 1st conservation practices in Canada. Trace the history of reforestation from seed to forest. Experience Norfolk's local history. Special events throughout the summer.

Delhi Harvest Festival	Delhi, ON
40th Annual Delhi Harvest Festival - September 17th - 19th, 2010. Three family fun filled days. Come and enjoy the celebration of the Harvest! Stage musicians and performers, vendors, midway, parade (Saturday), car show (Sunday).

Festival By The Bay	Port Rowan, ON
November 12th to 14th, 2010 - Enjoy three days of shopping at local studios, stores and home-based businesses throughout Port Rowan, Long Point, St. Williams and surrounding area. Special offers, free samples and entertainment. Pick-up your map at participants or visit our website.

Le Tour de Norfolk	Delhi, ON
July 17 -18, 2010. A recreational bike tour for all ages and abilities. Routes range from 15 to 160 km on quiet country roads throughout Norfolk County. Registration fee includes meals and snacks. This event, now in its fourth year, keeps growing - in 2009 there were 800 participants.

Long Point Zip Line & Eco-Adventures	St. Williams, ON
Experience a breathtaking adventure on our World Class zip lines and suspension bridges at the Long Point World Biosphere. Spectacular aerial views of forest, ravines, marshlands, wildlife and all-natural habitats. Full service Observatory for evening stargazing. 1/2 & full day Canoe and Kayak tours available - rentals also available.

Norfolk ArtsCo	Simcoe, ON
Showcasing local talent in all artistic genres through exhibitions, contests, musician profiles, sculptures in Council Chambers, community partnerships.

Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show	Simcoe, ON
Ontario's 5th largest fair hosts over 100,000 visitors annually, and features agricultural displays, competitions, midway and free grandstand entertainment. Join us Oct. 5 - 11, 2010

Norfolk Studio Tour	Norfolk, ON
10th Annual Norfolk Studio Tour. September 25th and 26th, 2010. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free self-guided tour of artists studios and guest artists in their work environment.

Norwich World Round-Up	Norwich, ON
August 27, 28 & 29, 2010. Full Western line-up for urban and rural families. Introducing Friday Night! Western gunslingers, Karaoke; Saturday Night Dinner & Dance; Equestrian Show, Lawnmower racing and kids corral!

PD13	Port Dover, ON
August 13, 2010 will be your only opportunity this year to feel the rumble and see all the bikes that will be touring Norfolk County and Port Dover during the 50th gathering of these two wheel enthusiasts. Limited edition t-shirts and anniversary souvenirs from local retailers as well as festival food and an amazing array of custom painted bikes, creative costumes and even a chance to win a one of a kind Adirondack Lawn Chair designed by renowned artist Michael Barber are just some of the features of this year's event. So strap on your leathers and wear your comfy shoes ~ be part of this once in a lifetime event ~ See you there!!

Port Dover Kinsmen Ribfest	Port Dover, ON
Join us this summer for the Port Dover Kinsmen 2nd Annual Ribfest, July 1st - 4th! 4 Award-Winning Rib Teams, Live Bands, Karaoke Contest, LLBO, Kids Area, Poker Run. Great fun for the whole family! Kinsmen Park, Highway #6, Port Dover

Port Dover Summer Festival	Port Dover, ON
This popular show features 100 juried arts and crafts vendors, antique market, humongous book fair and local musicians performing in historic Powell Park, downtown Port Dover August 21-22, 2010. Bonus-sidewalk sales along Main Street, the beach, theatre, marine museum and great restaurants!

Simcoe Christmas Panorama	Simcoe, ON
November 27th to January 2nd, 2011 "River of Lights" every night 5:30-11 p.m. Visit the oldest light show in Ontario - we transform parkland into a winter wonderland with over 125,000 lights and 60 displays. Guided motorcoach tours available.

Simcoe Rotary Friendship Festival	Simcoe, ON
'Norfolk's Largest and Friendliest Summer Festival' July 31, August 1st and 2nd 2010. Stroll Wellington Park in Simcoe and shop till you drop. There is a great line up of live musicians all weekend long as well as outdoor activities and attractions for the whole family to enjoy.

Turkey Point Community SummerFest	Turkey Point, ON
Join us August 4 - 8, 2010 for five days of activities and entertainment, we provide fun for the whole family! Funds raised during the event support the community park and playground. Visit our website for a full schedule of events.

Waterford Lion/Lioness Pumpkinfest	Waterford, ON
27th Annual Waterford Pumpkinfest is October 16, 17 & 18th. Join us for a weekend of fantastic family fun! Giant Pumpkin Pyramids, Sunrise Rotary Spookhouse, Parade, Craft Show, Midway and two live Entertainment Stages. Most events are Free!

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