Enjoy the magic of the season at home in Clarington. With a blend of charming rural routes and historic downtowns, it is the perfect place to continue or begin holiday traditions with family and friends.
We put together a list of fun and safe activities you absolutely must add to your plans for a Hometown Holiday experience:
Shop the historic downtowns of Bowmanville, Newcastle and Orono.
Experience the festive lights of Old Scugog Road.
Cut down your own tree at Powell’s, Hope’s or Prestonvale Tree Farms.
Find the perfect stocking stuffers at Courtice Flea Market, Markets by Dream Day or We Made it Newcastle.
Order cookies from Buddha Belly Bakery, Bragg Farms, Buttercup Hollow Pantry, Sift or Strudelicious.
Take a road trip to visit our rural farms and markets along A Country Path Christmas route.
Attend the self-driving THEE Farmer’s Parade of Lights to see decorated tractors, December 1 to 5.
Warm up with an afternoon tea at The Toasted Walnut.
Bundle up and explore Clarington’s picturesque trails including the Orono Crown Lands.
Have a good ol’ fashioned Christmas at Knox Farm or Pingle’s Farm Market.
Attend the WILD Winter Festival of Lights at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, hosted by Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue, December 10 to 19.
Find a holiday wreath or planter at Van Belle Flowers.
Enjoy a hot cocao at Deadly Grounds Cafe or Roam Coffee.
Explore local holiday festivals, events and markets. Follow along on our Clarington Tourism Facebook page for daily updates. Find the full list on the Clarington Events Calendar.
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