Fabulous Fergus Pub Night
2026-06-18 18:30 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Fergus, Ontario, Fergus, Ontario, Canada
The 2025 Fabulous Fergus Pub Night will include The Breadalbane Inn, The Brew House on the Grand and OFFSIDE Sports Bar and Grill as our host Pubs. It’s a progressive dinner with one of the special three-courses served at each Fabulous Fergus pub.
Groups are led from pub to pub by local entertainers. This year, a Piper, a Trombonist and a Historic tour leader will escort each group for each course of the dinner.
Participants will be advised of their starting Pub for the 6:30pm start.
Get your tickets early for this one!
Fabulous Fergus Pub Night is a fundraiser in support of Centre Wellington Food Bank.
Buy tickets in person at Blackbird Boutique 136 Metcalfe Street, Elora
SOLD OUT – See you next year!
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Twilight Zoo
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31 | Elora, Ontario, Elora, Ontario, N0B 1S0, Canada
Meet over 100 spooky Twilight Zoo Monster sculptures in Elora during Monster Month. Created by local artist Tim Murton, the monsters are made of wire, paper and glue.
The “Zoo” has expanded over the years. Sensational Elora is the proud official keeper of the monsters and stores, manages, repairs and coordinates installations throughout town for the month of October.
Sensational Elora thanks our generous sponsors:

The Awakening: Release the Monsters
2026-10-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Elora Green Space, Metcalfe ST. & Mill St. W., Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, Canada
Release the Spirit of Monster Month at “The Awakening”: Elora’s Spooktacular Monster Month Begins!
Here’s the program for 2025. Updates will be made for 2026.
On the evening of October 3, the Elora Green Space comes alive with eerie enchantment as The
Awakening launches this year’s Monster Month! Step into a world of ghoulish fun where zombies roam,
spirits stir, and surprises await at every turn.
Guided by our mischievous Master of Ceremonies, and his sidekick, the evening builds to the dramatic
release of the Spirit of Monster Month. There will be mist and fog, mysterious sounds, music, light, dance,
and dramedy, all there to distract you before the scarifying finale.
Of course, dress for the occasion. It’s a sort of funereal celebration of monstrous proportions. Be spooky, silly,
or spectacular, whatever the ‘Spirit’ moves you to wear.
Bonus! Meet Tim Murton, creator of the Twilight Zoo. Yes, he is responsible for the creatures perched
around the town. He has a lot to answer for!
– Our Photo Booth is ready for your best side. Warning, monsters love to photo-bomb!
– Our booth will offer free tattoos for kids (nothing permanent), merch, and Monster Month event info.
– Take a walkabout to meet the GreenSpace monsters in person. You can even name them. Think of them as cuddly pets! (or not)
– Oooh, there’s a Trivia Night at the Elora Legion!
– Check out the shops, restaurants, and bars for special Monster Month treats. Cocktails and even
– Mocktails make Monsters seem more friendly, for a while anyway…..
– The Gorge Cinema has appropriately scary films on.
Then explore the town for even more monster-inspired magic. It’s the perfect kickoff to a month filled with
mayhem, mystery, and fun for all. Check https://www.monstermonth.ca/

Pumpkin Day
2026-10-10 11:00 - 15:00 | County Wellington Museum & Archives, 0536 Wellington Rd 18, Fergus, Ontario, N1M 2W3, Canada
Join us for a festive celebration of the fall harvest and the beloved pumpkin at our annual Pumpkin Day at
Wellington County Museum & Archives! This free, family-friendly event is packed with activities and
entertainment for kids of all ages. We ask attendees to please bring a cash or food donation for the Centre
Wellington Food Bank.
Here’s what we lined up in 2025. Updates will be made for 2026.
– Professional Pumpkin carver – see an expert carver transform a 75-100 pound pumpkin into a work of
art
– Pumpkin Carving Competition – show off your carving skills! Each family can carve a pumpkin on site
(while supplies last). Top pumpkins will be recognized with an award
– African Drumming Circle – Try your drumming skills in a vibrant drumming session with an African
Drummer
– Indigenous Dancers – Tribal Vision Dancers: “Visions of Turtle Island” Explore First Nations history and
traditions in Tribal Vision’s high-energy performance!
– Face Painting – Talented face painters will transform faces into magical designs
– Caricatures by Taylor
– Ninja Wall for kids 5 and up by One Axe Pursuits
– Reptile Show – Get up close and personal with fascinating reptiles
– Sparrows’ Nests – get crafty!
– Live Music – Enjoy live performances by local musician Paul Whittaker and his band.
– Live Dance – Delight in the performances by our local dance troupe, the Blue Bonnet Lassies, and a
local Ukrainian Dance Troupe.
– Free treats – Pumpkin Ice Cream (while quantities last)
– Food for Purchase – Groovy Grilled Cheese Food Truck
Bring your family, friends, neighbors, and chairs for a day filled with fun, creativity, and community spirit!
Special Thanks:
– McKay Farms – for planting and providing the carving pumpkins
– County Wellington Museum & Archives – hosting this event
– Local Community – Thank you for supporting our event and contributing to the Food Bank

Monster March
2026-10-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Elora, Ontario, Elora, Ontario, N0B 1S0, Canada
Sensational Elora Presents Monster March and Wicked Wagons:
This non-motorized free event is a great opportunity for the whole family to get in disguise (including pets).
We encourage all parade participants, individuals and groups, to wear your best halloween costume.

You can also participate in our WICKED WAGONS CONTEST; decorate a parade float from your wagon or stroller with your best spooky ideas to win!
Please keep it family friendly as we invite all ages to walk with us or watch from the sidelines!

The parade is followed by a “mini-mash” at Bissell Park with free treats and judging of the Wicked Wagons.

Sparrows Nest volunteers will be collecting donations to the Centre Wellington Foodbank along the parade route.
We ask that parade participants and viewers please bring donations to help Sensational Elora combat food insecurity in our community.
Marshalling begins at 6:00 p.m. at Macdonald Square, parade starts at 6:30.
Sensational Elora thanks our generous sponsors:

Sensational Soup Off
2026-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Wellington County Museum and Archives, 0536 Wellington Road 18, Fergus, Ontario, N1m 2W3, Canada
Sensational Soup Off New Date! Nov 2
November 2 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
How better to spend a Sunday afternoon in November? Join us for our signature event filled with delicious food, lively company, and beautiful music.
Enjoy a variety of soups crafted with care by our community of chefs — from youth and home cooks to seasoned professionals — all bringing their best recipes to the table.
Taste them all, cast your votes, and help crown the winners.
Best of all, every dollar raised supports the Centre Wellington Food Bank and CW Eats at CWDHS.
Tickets available at the door – Or BUY
HERE

Do you have a soup you’d love to make? We welcome your application. Please note, our soup makers must be residents of Centre Wellington.
Sign up here to register:
https://www.sensationalelora.com/application-sensational-soup-off/

Empty Bowls Project
2026-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Wellington County Museum and Archives, 0536 Wellington Road 18, Fergus, Ontario, N1m 2W3, Canada
The Empty Bowls Project raises both funds and awareness for the fight against poverty and hunger in our community. Local professional potters generously donate their time and talent, crafting unique soup bowls for Sensational Elora to support fundraising efforts that directly address food insecurity in Centre Wellington.
These bowls will be available at the Sensational Soup Off on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Aboyne Hall.
When you attend, you’ll be invited to select from a stunning array of handcrafted bowls. Every purchase of an
Empty Bowl goes entirely to the Centre Wellington Food Bank and the CW Eats program.
Not only are Empty Bowls wonderful for everyday use, they also make thoughtful gifts—perfect for a
housewarming, a thank-you, or simply sharing something special. Each one is beautiful, one-of-a-kind, and
most importantly, when you buy one, you help support those in need right here in Centre Wellington.
The Sensational Soup Off is an annual event where up to 18 professional, amateur, and youth chefs will
compete to become the “Super Souper” of 2025. Use your empty bowl to sample all of the soups and then
cast your ballot for your favourites. At the end of the event, your bowl will be rinsed for you. Your Empty Bowl
is yours to take home.
Thank you to our 2024 bowl makers:
Vickie Braden, Colibri Pottery (Claudia Lambert), Jillian Dempster, Elora Pottery (Staci Barron), Murray
Fox, Gleason Brook Pottery (Tim Smith) and Lynn Gorwill.

Sensational Elora thanks our generous sponsors:
