Christmas in Bayfield
Join us for Christmas in Bayfield, a cherished family tradition spanning over 30 years. November 14 to 16, 2025!
The full schedule is listed below. The Heritage & Visitor Centre will be open on Saturday and Sunday from 10 to 4. Drop by to browse our books, posters, and notecards for sale – all great gift ideas.
Friday the 14th: opening ceremonies at 7 pm, featuring the annual Lighting of the Lights ceremony. Santa will make a grand entrance in the Gazebo.
Saturday the 15th: the Santa Claus Parade starting at 11 am. Following the parade, guests are invited to explore Bayfield's shops (stop by and see us at 20 Main St. N.!), fire pits, delicious food and beverages, free horse-drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, and visits with Santa.
Sunday the 16th: shopping, fire pits, complimentary horse carriage rides, food offerings, and live entertainment throughout the day.
Presented by the Bayfield and Area Chamber of Commerce.
David Yates speaker event
In honour of Remembrance Day, we are pleased to present local historian and author David Yates, who will speak about Bayfield’s cairn in Clan Gregor Square and other cenotaphs in the area. David has written several historical books about the region, including Never Shall Their Glory Fade: The Cenotaphs of Huron County. We look forward to learning more local history from him on the eve of Remembrance Day.
Please enter by the back door off the parking lot.
Members: Secure your ticket on “Eventbrite” by clicking here - MEMBER TICKETS and select the Free Ticket option.
Non-member: Join and Save! Sign up for your yearly membership here - JOIN BHS.
Then follow the “Members” instructions, above, and reserve your free ticket.
Non-member: Secure your ticket on “Eventbrite” by clicking here - NON-MEMBER TICKETS and then choose the $5.00 (plus $1.85 processing fee) ticket option. If you prefer to pay in cash at the door, email bhsmembers@gmail.com to let us know you are coming.
Main Street Arts Festival
The Main Street Arts Festival brings an immersive one-stop cultural experience to the village of Bayfield, celebrating creativity, culture, and community spirit through art, music, food, and drink. The festival will feature talented artists hosted at various galleries throughout the village, art classes for all ages, and live music and street performances. More details to follow as the event gets closer.
Bayfield Community Fair
From our friends with the Bayfield Community Fair: “Each year, on the 3rd weekend in August, the Bayfield Agricultural Society hosts the Bayfield Community Fair at the Agricultural Park in Bayfield, Ontario. The Fair offers an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate its agricultural roots. Homecraft exhibits, demonstrations, competitions, events, activities, good food, and music are all part of the Fair experience.” Discover more details here.
Clinton 150th Homecoming
Clinton is celebrating its 150th anniversary on the weekend of July 4 to 6. There are lots of homecoming events planned, which you can find out about at this link.
Visit the Bayfield Lavender Farm
Please join us for a members’ outing to the Bayfield Lavender Farm on Thursday, June 26 at 12:30 p.m. Gemma, the owner, will lead us on a short tour, after which you can stroll the grounds and visit her charming farm shop.
BHS Open for the Summer!
The Archives & Heritage Centre officially opens for the summer on June 25. Our hours will be Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 4:30 pm. We look forward to greeting our many visitors! Browse our displays and our selection of books, cards, and posters for purchase.