FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

January-March: Maple Syrup Camp Activities

White Meadow Farms :Surrounded by the gracious hills of the Effingham Valley, White Meadows Farms has been producing Maple Syrup and Maple Syrup products since 1991. With over 5,000 trees tapped in 2009 there is always plenty of syrup available year round in our Maple Sweet Shop. Beginning on weekends in January visit our Maple Lodge for all day breakfast from 8:30am -3:30pm. sugar Bush tours begin mid February. New for 2010 FREE skaing and tobogganing beside the Maple Lodge. Don't forget to bring along your skates and toboggan. (weather pending).

2519 Effingham Street, Phone: 905-682-0642

Agape Valley:  a 57-hectare recreational and farm property that hosts a summer day camp for children, seasonal family activities and private group rentals. Agape Valley is a working farm that harvests maple syrup and honey. Open Saturdays in March and every day during the March Break. School and group tours are offered during Maple Syrup Days each March.It is owned and managed by Niagara Shorthills Christian Ministries, an autonomous, evangelical, faith ministry.

2392 Kilman Road, Phone:905-892-4273

SPRING

Easter:

EGGstravaganza:Every Easter, the Town of Pelham and participating businesses and community groups host an annual EGGstravaganza at Marlene Stewart Streit Park. Kids bring their own baskets or bags to collect eggs, and a camera for photos with the Easter Bunny.

April:

Fonthill Home and Leisure Show:The Fonthill Kinsmen have been hosting this hugely popular event at the Pelham Arena during the last week-end in April for the past 14 years. With low admission prices, a wide variety of exhibitors and surprisingly affordable booth rental rates, this consistently sold out exhibition has become a local favourite with both the public and vendors alike. For further information: e-mail to fonthillkinsmen@hotmail.com

May:

Mother’s Day Weekend May 7 - 9, 2010

Pelham Art Festival: The Pelham Art Festival is the premiere spring art exhibition in Southern Ontario.  Over 65 artists from Ontario, Quebec and the United States come to showcase their art works.  Proceeds to benefit Pelham Libraries.  To date, over $290,000 has been donated to benefit our Pelham Libraries and Community Arts Projects.

SUMMER

Fenwick Lions Carnival: A yearly event held in late May at Centennial Park, 999 Church St. Fenwick,Ontario. Amusement rides available all weekend, Trunk Auction,  Plant Sale,  Baseball, Cow Plop Lottery, Food Booth, Fireworks and much more.

Pelham Farmer’s Market: (seasonal) May – October; Located in Town Hall municipal parking lot; Hours: Every Thursday 4:30 p.m. to dusk

June-August:

Fonthill Bandshell Summer Concert Series: Held weekly, each Thursday evening between mid-June and Labour Day. Concerts are held in the Fonthill Bandshell adjacent to the Pelham Farmer's Market in  Pelham Town Square starting at 7pm.

The 8th Annual Short Hills Fire and Rescue Strawberry Festival: Family fun with kids' games, bouncy castle, face painting, prizes, draws, pony rides, petting zoo, live music, and of course strawberry shortcake as well as beef on a bun and other snacks. Held Sat. June 19, 2010, White Meadows Farms, 2519 Effingham St.

July:

Canada Day Community Celebration: Pelham's 20th Annual Canada Day Celebrations, July 1, 2010; Harold Black Park, Haist Street Fonthill ;10:00 am - 11:00 pm Food * Crafts * Martial Arts Demonstrations * Cotton Candy * Popcorn * Music * Jewelry Sale * Face Painting * Inflatable Bouncers * Antiques * Hamburgers * Baseball Games * Children's Games * ALL DAY FUN!

FALL

September:

Biketoberfest: Hosted by the Fabulous Fenwick Lions Event: Includes DRAW for Harley-Davidson motorcycle, show & shine event, vendors, live entertainment and more. Location: Centennial Park, 999 Church St Fenwick, Noon - 5:00 p.m.

October: 

Pumpkin Farm Activities - Local Farms offer a variety of activities, including mazes,  wagon rides, pumpkin sculpturing and sales.

• Bry-anne Farms 471 Foss Rd., Fenwick
• Howell Family Pumpkin Farm, 2878 Holland Rd., Thorold
• Winnicki's Pumpkin Patch. 840 Slumber Road. Fenwick

WINTER

December:

Christmas in Pelham:Hosted by the Pelham Business Association; Join Pelham merchants for holiday open houses, unique gift ideas, fabulous dining, and sounds of the season

Santa Claus Parade: The Fenwick Lions Club and The Pelham Santa Claus Parade Committee organizes an annual SANTA CLAUS PARADE through Fenwick