Special Events

2026 Special Events

Events run rain or shine. Special activities are subject to change due to weather, materials, volunteer availability and unforeseen circumstances. In the event of extreme circumstances which require cancellation, a notice will be posted on our social media pages.

Please Be Advised: There may be photographers/videographers on site during your visit. Upon entering the premises, you are consenting to having your photo and/or video taken and grant permission to Lang Pioneer Village Museum to use your photo/video for promotional purposes.

29th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show

Sunday, June 21 ~ 10 am to 4 pm

Enjoy the Kawarthas’ original tractor show featuring power equipment displays, tractor games, vintage farm trucks, tractor & wagon rides, and more. The day concludes with a huge tractor parade through the village.

29th Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show

Sunday, July 12 ~ 10 am to 4 pm

Car enthusiasts from across Ontario showcase their antique & classic cars and vintage motorcycles in the historic village with over 25 awards to be won. Enjoy historic demonstrations, live music, wagon rides, and much more.

Applefest

Sunday, September 27 ~ 10 am to 4 pm

Tempt your taste buds with the sweetest event of the year! Enjoy a colourful fall celebration of apples and the harvest. See the Cider Mill in full operation, enjoy wagon rides, live music, historic demonstrations, apple treats, games, and so much more.

Spooky All Hallows’ Eve

Friday & Saturday, October 23 & 24 ~ 6 pm to 9 pm

Enjoy an evening of fun and games as we introduce you to the origins of some of our favourite Halloween traditions. The historic village transforms into an array of spooky-fun scenes from ghostly graveyards to witches’ lairs. Featuring fortune telling, tractor and wagon rides, and more, this all-ages event is sure to get you into the Halloween spirit.

Christmas Bazaar & Raffle

Saturday, November 21 ~ 9 am to 2 pm

Get a head start on your Christmas shopping and support local this holiday season! This indoor/outdoor Christmas market offers a fine selection of local and handmade gifts and festive decorations, and features a large raffle with many gift baskets, handmade gift items, and fully-decorated trees to be won.

Christmas by Candlelight

Sunday, December 6 ~ 4 pm to 8 pm

Get into the merriment of the season with a traditional pioneer Christmas. Join along in a carol sing, tour the village by wagon ride, meet Father Christmas, and learn about the origins of Christmas traditions we celebrate today. Delight in the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season with us!

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Date/Time Event
Tuesday, May 19th
10:00 am - 3:00 pm 		Opening Day 2026
Sunday, June 21st
10:00 am - 4:00 pm 		29th Annual Father's Day Smoke & Steam Show
Sunday, July 12th
10:00 am - 4:00 pm 		29th Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show
Sunday, September 27th
10:00 am - 4:00 pm 		Applefest
Friday, October 23rd
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 		Spooky All Hallows' Eve
Saturday, October 24th
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 		Spooky All Hallows' Eve
Saturday, November 21st
9:00 am - 2:00 pm 		Christmas Bazaar
Sunday, December 6th
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm 		Christmas by Candlelight