Special Events

2025 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.

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Investigate Lang Pioneer Village Museum with the Paranormal Seekers

Friday, May 30 ~ 6 pm to 11 pm

Join the Paranormal Seekers as they investigate five historic buildings at Lang Pioneer Village Museum and attempt to communicate with the unknown. This event is open to ages 16+. Only 30 spaces available. Participants will be divided into groups of six upon arrival.

Cost: $40 per person +HST & ticket fees

Sorry, this event is SOLD OUT

28^th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show

Sunday, June 15 ~ 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.

28^th Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show

Sunday, July 13 ~ 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.

Corn Roast

Sunday, August 17 ~ 10 am to 4 pm

Join us for a good old-fashioned corn roast! Come celebrate the heart of the summer harvest season with threshing demonstrations, live music, wagon rides, and plenty of fire-cooked corn.

Applefest

Sunday, October 5 ~ 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 24 & 25 ~ 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 22 ~ 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

Saturday & Sunday, December 6 & 7 ~ 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!