Fall in Love with Fall in Grey County
When fall arrives in Grey County, country roads glow with colour, fairgrounds fill with tradition, and communities gather to celebrate the harvest season. From agricultural fairs and farm tours to scarecrow invasions, salmon sightings, and studio tours, autumn offers countless opportunities to slow down, explore, and connect with the people and places that make this season unforgettable.
From century-old fall fairs and scarecrow-filled streets to artisan studio tours and Thanksgiving weekend celebrations, there's no shortage of ways to savour the season. Looking for even more events? Visit our full Events Calendar.
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Gather at a Fall Fair
Few traditions capture the spirit of fall quite like a country fair. Across Grey County, communities come together to celebrate agriculture, local talent, and harvest season with livestock shows, homecraft exhibits, midway fun, live entertainment, and plenty of local food.
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Beyond the Fairground
Fall fairs are only part of the story. Across Grey County, colourful landscapes, harvest celebrations, creative experiences and community traditions offer even more reasons to linger a little longer this season.
Blue Mountain Village Guitar Trail
September 11-12, 2026
Fall fairs are only part of the story. Across Grey County, colourful landscapes, harvest celebrations, creative experiences and community traditions offer even more reasons to linger a little longer this season. Check out our full Guitar Trail lineup here.
Concours D’Elegance, Cobble Beach
September 18 - 20, 2026
Set against the shores of Georgian Bay, this celebrated motoring festival showcases extraordinary automobiles, scenic drives, and experiences that bring automotive history to life. From community events and Cars & Coffee gatherings to the signature Concours on Sunday, elegance and craftsmanship take centre stage throughout the weekend.
Annual Meaford Scarecrow Invasion & Festival, Meaford
October 2, 2026
Each fall, Meaford's streets, storefronts, and public spaces come alive with hundreds of imaginative scarecrows. The annual parade and family festival add an extra layer of celebration, inviting visitors to wander, explore, and experience one of Grey County's most beloved autumn traditions
Autumn Leaves Studio Tour, Various Locations
October 2 - 4, 2026
Wind along the back roads of Grey and Bruce Counties and step inside working studios during this self-guided art tour. Meet local artists, discover inspired creative spaces, and explore original works in ceramics, glass, fibre, photography, painting, wood, and more, all set against a backdrop of spectacular fall colour. And always FREE!
Blue Mountain Apple Harvest Festival, Blue Mountain
October 9 - 11, 2026
Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend in the heart of Ontario's largest apple-growing region. Surrounded by vibrant fall colours, visitors can enjoy live entertainment, family-friendly activities, seasonal flavours, and mountain adventures that capture the spirit of harvest season.
