Christmas and Holiday Events

Join Perth Farmers' Market for a special Harvest Farmers Market to grab any farm produce left from the season as well as your favourite foods. Feel like getting a head start on the shopping season? Our regular craft vendors will be on hand, with all vendors inside the Crystal Palace. 

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Do you hear the jingle bells ringing? Dream of beautiful Christmas lights? Or can’t wait for that mug of rich hot cocoa in your favourite Christmas mug? We know we’re ready!

Perth Tay Lioness Lions Club's Kris Kringle Craft Fair

Sunday November 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Perth Lions Hall at the Fairgrounds

Jewelry, baking, Christmas decor, Afghans, Knitting, crochet, unique journals, cards, turned wood and more hand-crafted surprises.

The Kris Kringle Cafe is open for lunch: yummy soup, sandwiches and desserts, homemade by their lioness.

Come and shop from 30+ amazing vendors all under one roof! Let them help you get started on your Christmas list with all the amazing things they sell.

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Perth Legion. 

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Tis’ the season to decorate and create!

Perth Community Choir presents "A Christmas Carol the Musical" November 14-17 at the PDCI Mason Auditorium.

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At the Crystal Palace in Perth from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Details to come!

Holiday Baking and Knitting Sale - 10 a.m. until sold out

Located at Perth & District Union Library, 30 Herriott Street 

Baking donations may be brought to the Library on Friday, November 15, 2024.

Please no items that require refrigeration.

At the Perth branch of the Royal Canadian Legion at 26 Beckwith Street East from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Come on out and do some Christmas shopping. There will be lots of amazing vendors and crafters.

Details can be found on the Facebook event. 

Join the Kelly’s crew on November 21 at 6 p.m. for one of our favourite workshops—and yours too! 

This is a Downtown Heritage Perth BIA event. RSVP to the Facebook event to stay up to date on details! 

As you wander the streets, you’ll encounter surprises around every corner.

Bring your camera and drop in to Code's Mill to have a meet and greet with Santa. Take your own photos from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on both November 23 and 30. No charge. 

Code's Mill is located at 17 Wilson Street East. You'll find Santa in the atrium. 

Brought to you by Blackfly Grub Hub.

The CPKC Holiday Train is happy to be back for its 26th year supporting food banks and food shelves across our network by raising money, food and awareness for food insecurity issues. Volunteers with The Table Community Food Centre will be present to collect your monetary donations (as well as non-perishable food items). 

Tyler Shaw and Shawnee Kish are performing.

Location: Wilson Street Railway Crossing
Arrival Time: 7:40 p.m.
Concert Start Time: 8 p.m.
Concert End Time: 8:30 p.m.

Important Details:

• The show can be seen from BOTH SIDES of the tracks
• Wilson Street will be closed between Sunset Blvd. and Highway 7 at 7 p.m. SHARP. Once road is closed, pedestrians WILL NOT be permitted to cross the tracks.
• Please park at Perth Mews, side streets (where permitted), municipal lots, or walk to the location.
• LIMITED accessible parking available in both Foodsmiths lot and Beer Store lot (only accessible from Sunset Blvd).First-come first-served basis, MUST have a valid accessible parking permit to park.
• There are NO WASHROOMS on site.
• The train can NOT be seen from any other crossing in Town; the train will return to Smiths Falls at the end of the show. It may be possible to see the train from Highway #43 as it arrives in Town.
• This event is completely outside and requires walking in to the site. Please come dressed for the weather. The timings provided are estimates only from CPKC Rail.

Ready for a party that will spill the tea?

Who needs Bridgerton, Downton Abbey, and Outlander when you’ve got the Perth Museum? Sure, these shows aren't set in the same time periods - but they all share something in common: jaw-dropping fashion, breath-taking interiors, stunning gardens, and food and drink that's to die for. That's exactly what you'll experience this fall at the Perth Museum.

Gather your crew, turn off Netflix, and get ready for an afternoon that will transport you back in time - where you're not just watching history, you're living it.

We’re throwing an 1840s housewarming party, inspired by a real chapter from the Matheson family history. Annabella Russell, Roderick Matheson's second wife, will be your host, welcoming you into their actual house for a one-of-a-kind experience.

For this session, the house will be decorated for Christmas, giving a festive spin to the party. 

Further details: PERTH.ca/Experiences

Tickets: The Second Wife's Story: Welcome to the Matheson Housewarming Party

A Stewart Park Festival Fundraiser

Experience the magic of an East Coast Christmas at St. Paul’s Church in Perth! Get ready for an evening filled with holiday spirit, laughter, and the heartwarming music of the Ennis Sisters. Join us for a festive blend of East Coast traditions, holiday cheer and Maritime charm.

Tickets can be purchased online from Tickets Please here: Christmas with the Ennis Sisters 

Presented in part by: Magenta Capital Corporation – Perth’s homegrown RRSP/TFSA investment, where your tomorrow matters; and MyFM 88.1

This is a Downtown Heritage Perth BIA event, so you will find full details on their website.

Discover the excitement of downtown Perth with our Shop, Stamp & Win shopping event!

From November 1st to December 31st, as you explore the streets of our charming town, every $10 you spend in a participating downtown business gets you one stamp closer to amazing prizes!

HOW DOES IT WORK?

• Pick up your event card at participating businesses in downtown Perth!
• For every $10 you spend, receive one stamp!
• Collect 10 stamps to fill a card.
• Put your name and phone number on your full card and drop it in a ballot box at participating businesses.
• Get another event card and fill it up for more chances to win!
• Winners will be drawn after the new year.

Enjoy a meal at one of our fabulous eateries in town then make your way through our stunning downtown shops checking off your gift list as you go! Pop into a cafe or one of our specialized treat establishments to re-energize before enjoying some pampering at one of our many service providers. Every $100 spent is one ballot for our prize draw!

WHAT CAN I WIN?

Prizes will be updated here as they come available.

• GRAND PRIZE – One-night accommodations and 2 $50 spa certificates from Best Western Parkside Inn & Spa

Stamp your way to victory and seize the opportunity to win big!

PLEASE NOTE:

In deference to our veterans, some BIA Businesses will not be participating in this event until after Remembrance Day.

The BIA asks that you respect their decision. Harassment or abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.

From November 15, 2024, the Festival of Lights will be ongoing through the holidays.

There will be continuous viewing of the decorated Christmas trees from the outside of the Crystal Palace.

The trees will be lit from 4:00p.m. until dawn. You can only view the trees from inside the Crystal Palace during events.

Crystal Palace is located at 31 Basin Lane, opposite Perth's Town Hall.

Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season as you explore the period rooms in the 1840s Matheson House. Drop in for a self-guided tour and discover the traditions followed by the Matheson family and others living in the Georgian and Victorian eras. 

Winter Wonderettes directed by CLee Bates, written by Roger Bean, is the third in the Wonderettes franchise that ran at Studio Theatre: “The Marvelous Wonderettes” (2017) and “The Marvelous Wonderettes Dream On” (2018).

The holiday tunes make it the perfect high-energy pre-Christmas production. This fun-filled, colourful confection features the return of the same outrageously talented performers, this time mastering the holiday songs and dances of four high-spirited characters: sassy siren Cindy Lou (Lauren Bailey), silly, and pregnant for the second time, Suzy (Courtney Mason), the serious Missy (Justine Sousa), and the edgy clown Betty Jean (Lindsay Williams). At the annual 60s-era Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party, the “girls” share their lives, loves, and failures with music, tears, and laughter.

2024 Season - Studio Theatre Perth 

No chimney? No problem! The big guy himself is making a special stop to Perth for a meet and greet and professional photo with the kids of our community.

Location: Perth Museum (11 Gore Street East) in partnership with Michale Fyke Real Estate.

Photographer: Bonnie Joyce Photography 

Tickets are SOLD OUT

Cost: By Donation, benefiting Perth Museum

New sock donations for Warm Steps Perth will be accepted onsite.

Women and Men of the Tay return to St. James the Apostle Anglican Church on Wednesday December 4 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $15 each and go on sale November 6. 

Perth Tourism celebrates Christmas in downtown Perth on Friday, December 6. 

• Road Closure and caroling at 5:30 p.m.

Shop for beautiful, one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts at the Nick of Time Artisan Craft Show. Click here for more details.

Truly one stop shopping for holiday gifts! Save the date for the 2024 Holly Jolly Art Show & Sale, December 7 & 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Perth Legion, 26 Beckwith St. E.

This unique and affordable boutique style show features one of a kind wall art, jewelry, pottery, wearables, and more… but nothing over $200! Big thanks to our sponsor, Julia Scotland, Broker at Coldwell Banker Settlement Realty in Perth.

The 2024 Holly Jolly Art Show is a proud supporter of The Table Community Food Centre.

Starting at 5 p.m. Click here for more details.  

Beaches and candles are a perfect match! Join Well-Phoria at The Beach House for a Christmas Candle Workshop. You'll create beautiful, personalized candles while enjoying mimosas and apps!

Sunday, December 8 from 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $110
Contact The Beach House for more details at 613-466-0205 or info@thebeachhouse-perth.com.

Christmas at the Palace returns on Saturday December 14. 

• Doors open at 9:35 a.m.
• The Stewart School Choir, led by Mrs. Dean, will perform at 10 a.m.
• Additional performances to be announced!

Drop in as you shop for the holidays in Perth. You’ll love the choir performances, children’s crafts, the chance to view the trees up close.  

Whether you're a lifelong fan of Kevin's antics or experiencing Home Alone fo the first time, this is a night you won't want to miss. Get your tickets early on the Aprikose website, RSVP by emailing Aprikose to secure your spot, or take a change and grab tickets at the door (if there are any left!). Proceeds benefit MS Canada. 

Date: Saturday, December 14
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Studio Theater Perth, 63 Gore St. E.
Tickets: $10 per person
RSVP: hello@shopaprikose.com 

Perth Civitan Annual Business Christmas Party at Civitan Club of Perth (6787 County Rd 43)

Call now to reserve your seats for the Holiday Buffet Dinner, followed by an evening of dancing with Tunz DJ and drawing for the Glass Turkey Baskets and Cottage Week Away.

$35/person.

Cocktails 6pm-7pm, dinner served at 7pm. 

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Located at Perth Legion (28 Beckwith St. East), begins at 2 p.m.

$10/person or $20/ family

For more information, call 613-256-4221 or visit perthband.ca.

You will find the annual New Year's Day event details on the Polar Bear Plunge website.

The highly anticipated Christmas Market is returning! Save the date to kick off your holiday season!