- Many Holiday Events, so make sure you check the Holiday Events page for the complete list. You'll find festivals, plays, shopping events, markets, the Parade and more!
- Festival of Lights (The trees are lit for the season beginning November 15, 2025, with an event on December 5, 2025)
- Santa Claus Parade (December 6, 2025)
- Perth Citizens' Band Annual Christmas Concert (TBD)
- Christmas at the Palace (December 13, 2025)
- Home for the Holidays at Perth Museum (November 22 - December 24, 2025)
- Polar Bear Plunge (January 1, 2025)
- Frost & Fire Winter Festival (February 15, 2025)
Festivals and Events
From night markets to live music, and from seasonal festivals to art shows, Perth’s calendar is packed with a variety of festivals and events for everyone to enjoy! Whether you're looking to take part in annual traditions, cultural celebrations, or community gatherings, there’s always something happening to bring people together.
Explore each section below to discover some of the key events that take place throughout the year. Want more? Check out our events calendar and plan your next adventure in our vibrant community. Don’t miss out on exciting opportunities to connect, meet new people, and make lasting memories.
Winter Festival and Events: December, January, February
Spring Festivals and Events: March, April, and May
- Thirst Responders 5K (April 12, 2025)
- Perth Easter Egg Hunt (April 19, 2025)
- Trashure Hunt (TBD)
- Festival of the Maples (April 26, 2025)
- Perth Farmer's Market (Opens May 10, 2025, and continues every Saturday until Thanksgiving)
- Hike for Hospice (May 25, 2025)
Summer Festivals and Events: June, July, and August
- Pride Parade and Pride Events (Pride Month begins June 1, 2025, and the Pride Parade is June 7, 2025)
- Perth Triathlon (June 1, 2025)
- Perth Citizen's Band Summer Pops Series (TBD)
- KidFish (June 21, 2025)
- Perth Kilt Run (June 21, 2025)
- Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour (June 21-22, 2025)
- BIA Kick-off to Summer (June 14, 2025)
- Art Works! Perth (TBD)
- Canada Day (July 1, 2025)
- Perth Antiques Show (TBD)
- Stewart Park Festival (July 18-20, 2025)
- Lions Garlic Festival (August 9-10, 2025)
- Perth Museum Centennial Event (August 23, 2025)
- Glen Tay Block Fest (August 28, 2025)
- Perth Fair (August 29-September 1, 2025)
Fall Festivals and Events: September, October, and November
- Perth Fair (August 29 - September 1, 2025)
- Parkinson SuperWalk (September 6, 2025)
- Perth Night Market (September 13, 2025)
- Terry Fox Run (September 14, 2025)
- Perth's Honor Our Veterans Banner Program Weekend and Legion Parade (September 27, 2025)
- Perth Citizen's Band Summer Pop Series (TBD)
- Kidney Walk (September 28, 2025)
- National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30, 2025)
- Perth Autumn Studio Tour (TBD)
- Final Day of Perth Farmers' Market (TBD)
- Perth Farmers' Harvest Market (November 1, 2025)
- Several Halloween events, including Perth Ghost Walk and Perth Pumpkin Parade (November 1, 2025), so make sure you check out the Halloween page for the complete list!
- Remembrance Day Ceremonies (November 11, 2025)
- Bridge Runners 5 km (November 29, 2025)
- So many Holiday Events, so make sure you check the Holiday Events page for the complete list. You'll find festivals, plays, shopping events, markets, the Parade and more! (More events listed under Winter Festivals)
- Farmer's Christmas Market (November 15, 2025)
- Once Upon a Christmas (November 22, 2025)
- CPKC Holiday Train (TBD)
- Festival of Lights (The trees are lit for the season beginning November 15, 2025, with an event on December 5, 2025)
- Home for the Holidays at Perth Museum (November 22 - December 24, 2025)
For more events in the area, check out the Lanark County Tourism Events page.
Contact Us
Town of Perth
Town Hall
80 Gore Street East
Perth, Ontario
K7H 1H9
Telephone: (613) 267-3311
Fax: (613) 267-5635
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