The Town of Perth has ended the annual distribution of garbage bag tags. Each household may now place up to two bags of garbage every other week on their scheduled collection day without a tag.

Bag tags are still required if you set out more than the two-bag limit. Leftover tags from previous years remain valid, and additional tags can be purchased at Town Hall. The current price is $3.30 per tag, with a planned reduction to $2.00 once the Town’s Fees & Charges By-law is updated.

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Halloween Events

Looking for some spooky fun this fall? Whether you’re dressing up, joining a ghost walk, or exploring Victorian mourning traditions, Perth has something for you. Check out the featured events below, then open the accordion list to find all the Halloween and fall happenings around town.

Hosting an event this fall? We’d love to hear from you! Email us with all of the details.

Step into the past. Uncover the secrets. Discover the will.

The year is 1873. Senator Roderick Matheson has passed away, and the grand home on Gore Street is shrouded in mourning. But something is amiss—his will has vanished. As grieving family members and loyal staff gather to prepare for the funeral, questions swirl. What did the Senator leave behind? And who stands to gain—or lose?

Join us for a hands-on experience inside the Matheson House, where you’ll become part of the story. Dressed in period costume, guests will take on the roles of Victorian mourners and take part in authentic 19th-century rituals. Bake traditional funeral biscuits. Create beeswax candles. Learn the customs of mourning attire and spiritual photography. Along the way, you’ll uncover clues hidden in the household that may just lead to the missing will.

Is it grief—or greed—hanging heavy in the air?

A Death in the Family is an unforgettable afternoon of mystery, history, and heritage. Suitable for guests aged 19 and up. Group sizes are limited for an intimate and immersive experience.

Ready to unravel the mystery?

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You won’t want to miss the famous Perth Ghost Walk starting from Perth Museum (11 Gore ST E) on October 24, 25, 29 and 30, 2025, at 7pm. Perth Ghost Walk is led by historian Susan Code McDougall who will take you through some of the eerie tales in Perth's past and outline the buildings where ghost sightings have been reported. The tour is targeted toward adults but is still suitable for children ages 8 and up. 

Tickets are available on the Tickets Please website.

Dress up in costume and visit downtown heritage Perth to trick or treat at participating businesses! Look for the pumpkin in window displays to determine participating shops & restaurants. More details coming soon.

Brought to you by Spring Children.

2025 Details pending. 

Don’t forget to visit the cafes, restaurants and eateries in Perth for all the fall flavours, and to add in a day of shopping for sweater weather, fall photo shoots, and seasonal home décor. 

Other Halloween Activities Nearby

2025: To Be Determined.

Your family’s Halloween won’t be complete without a trip to MKDC’s Haunted Woods. Whether you come during the day for spooky fun or at night for a bigger scare, our lit-up scenes and live characters will give you “pumpkin” to talk about.

*NOTE*: You do NOT need to be a current camp family to attend! All are welcome.

  • This is a ticketed event, with families booking a specific time. Times will be staggered to maintain the best quality experience.
  • All paths have clearly marked one-way directions.
  • Pets are not permitted in the Haunted Woods.
  • While there are “characters” populating the woods, this is a “no touch” event. The actors will not touch or grab you.
  • MKDC is a family oriented business that promotes positive interactions – even when we’re trying to scare you! We will always respect your personal space. Taunting or rudeness towards our actors is not acceptable.

For the Haunted Woods, you pay to book a timeslot, not by the individual ticket. Your timeslot is your arrival time only – feel free to take as much time as you like in the woods. 

Book your timeslot now

Is your business or organization hosting a Halloween event? Let us know! Contact us at communications@perth.ca.

Contact Us

Town of Perth
Town Hall
80 Gore Street East
Perth, Ontario
K7H 1H9
Telephone: (613) 267-3311
Fax: (613) 267-5635
Email

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