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Join us for family-friendly activities during the Family Day long weekend as part of Brantford’s Winter Fun Fest!

Welcome in 2026 with family and friends at Brantford’s New Year’s Eve Celebration on Wednesday, December 31, 2025!

Discover the best of Brantford this winter while giving back to the community you love.

Celebrate the 49th annual Freedom House Brantford Santa Claus Parade presented by GrandBridge Energy on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., followed by the City of Brantford’s Parade After Party in Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street).

• SPCA Pawliday Sale | Friday, November 29, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• 4th Annual Handmade Christmas Market | Saturday, November 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

From 1901 to 1968, the Cordage Heritage District was home to the largest cordage and twine manufacturer in Canada – the Brantford Cordage Company. Today, a diverse range of businesses and shops can be discovered on this historic property located at 111 Sherwood Drive.

Discover spectacular fall colours in Brantford this autumn. Each year brings a varying mixture of reds, yellows, and oranges to enjoy.

The Woodland Cultural Centre is officially unveiling the former Mohawk Institute Residential School as an Interpretive Historic Site.

Celebrate the fall season with a visit to Brantwood Farms Fall Festival! Happening every Saturday and Sunday in September and October, the festival includes over 20 great activities for you to discover.

From apple-picking to leaf-spotting and so much more, here's how to enjoy all that Brantford has to offer in autumn.