Year-Round Travel
Every Season is the Perfect Season in Perth!
No matter the time of year, there's always something fabulous happening in Perth. Whether you're looking for something low-key like wandering our parks admiring the spring blooms or taking in the Festival of Lights, or exciting events like the Perth Fair, there's lots going on!
Read on to learn what you can do in Perth during the Fall and Winter.
You'll Love the Fall Colours
Did you know Ontario Parks tracks the fall colours each year? Check their website to see what percentage of leaves have changed colour and what percentage of the leaves have fallen to help plan your fall colours trip. We recommend using Murphy's Point as a guideline for Perth.
Seeking that perfect location to see and photograph the fall colours in Perth? Here are some recommendations:
- Stewart Park, Last Duel Park and the Tay Basin for large trees and waterways
- Code's Mill is often covered in red vines in the fall
- Beckwith Street Truss Bridge (watch for traffic!)
- The dry-stone bridge at Terrace on the Tay on Mill ST
- Perth is known for it's tree coverage along the streets, so the historic buildings and alleyways will make great photo backdrops
- Visit the courtyard and heritage garden at Perth Museum as they are gorgeous spots year-round
- The Tay River (see the leaves from the water by renting a canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard from Perth Major Outfitters
- The lookout tower at Perth Wildlife Reserve
- Check out the Attractions page for more photo-op ideas, as many are outside!
- Are we missing your favourite Perth location for fall photos? Send us an email at tourism@perth.ca
Other fall activities?
How about sipping a seasonal hot drink from a local café, browsing for sweater-weather clothing and fall décor, enjoying the last days of patio weather?! Don't forget to add in a fall hike!
- Browse the Shopping and Stores section and the Downtown Heritage Perth BIA website.
- Check out your restaurant, patio, eatery and cafe options in the Eat and Drink section of the website.
- Visit the Outdoor Adventure page to download your free copy of the Perth Hiking Guide, featuring 23 trails within 45 km (including four right here in Perth!).
- What about a game of mini golf under the fall colours, then a kayak down the Tay River to see them from the water? Visit Perth Major Outfitters to discover all your options.
Discover the Charm of Winter in Perth, Ontario
Picture this:
- You wake up in a beautiful hotel or bed and breakfast to the falling snow and the quite of winter.
- You get ready for the day and head to charming breakfast spot to fuel up.
- Afterward you go to Stewart Park for a skate on the outdoor rink.
- You head to a restaurant for lunch then stroll through the historic buildings as you shop for the season.
- Stop by a café for a seasonal drink, then visit a salon or a spa for the remainder of the afternoon.
- The next day, you have an early morning snowshoe at Perth Wildlife Reserve or a cross-country ski at Murphey's Point.
- You visit some outdoor attractions, then warm up while exploring Perth Museum.
- You walk in the crisp fresh air and enjoy the sparkle of frost on stone, then you find a cozy winter patio with blankets or an outdoor fireplace.
To make this a reality, visit the Plan Your Trip section to book your accommodations. Don't forget to keep an eye on the Event Calendar and the Festivals and Events page for winter options, including Frost and Fire Winter Festival, #WeekendsInPerthON, theatrical performances, live music and more.
Planning to come ahead of the holiday season?
Excellent! Perth is filled to the brim with boutiques where you are sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Restaurants and services can provide gift certificates (boutiques can, too!). Everywhere you turn you'll find decorations, lights, and that warm holiday feeling. You'll love Home for the Holidays at Perth Museum, where the heritage home is decked out with live greenery and décor.
Holiday themed events:
- Shop Stamp & Win (November 1 - December 31, 2021)
- Launch of Christmas in Perth (November 18, 2021)
- Festival of Lights (The trees are lit from November 20, 2021 - January 2, 2022)
- Farmer's Christmas Market (November 21, 2021)
- Christmas Festival of Good Cheer (November 27, 2021)
- Santa Claus Parade (December 4, 2021)
- Citizen's Band Christmas Concert (Date TBA)
- Polar Bear Plunge (January 1, 2022)