Events


Downtown Woodstock Farmer's Market
Thursdays 2-6pm, May to October, Museum square and Market Street
“All across Ontario, shoppers are choosing Farmers' Markets for nature's best produce, where the food is fresh, high in quality and the next best thing to harvesting it yourself.” Destination Downtown Woodstock… Local Food for Thought
From the freshest tasting fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses and baked goods to distinct and unique local artisan creations…you will find it all at the Downtown Woodstock Farmers’ Market.
Come downtown to the market on Thursdays for farm-fresh locally-grown produce, meats, jams, home baking, herbs, plants, honey, maple syrup and more!
The Downtown Woodstock market will be running weekly, rain-or-shine, so come out and bring the family! Our vendors offer a wide range of products and services that can accommodate to all sorts of tastes and people. We are situated in the heart of downtown, so while you're here be sure to visit our friendly merchants downtown – a mix of shops, dining and professional services. It is the perfect blend to keep you and your family healthy, happy and stylish!

Summer Streetfest 2010 August 5-8 The four day Summer Streetfest and Show & Shine Car Show was a big success!

BIA Golf Tournament (members only)
September 20, 2010
BIA Members are always welcome to participate in our fun, Texas Scramble, 9 Hole Golf Tournament. Held at the beautiful Craigowan Golf & Country Club, it is always a wonderful afternoon and a great opportunity for Members to socialize with their downtown neighbours. It sells out fast, so call the office to sign up as either a single golfer or a foursome.

Season's Greetings - Ding Dong The Tax is Gone!
Nov 19, 2010
Christmas begins in Downtown Woodstock Friday November 20th! Start your Christmas shopping with "Ding Dong The Tax Is Gone" Let the participating Downtown businesses pay the taxes on your behalf. Watch for "TAX FREE" posters displayed in participating stores in Downtown Woodstock! Shop Local! Shop Downtown Woodstock! Friday evening at 6:30 "Light Up Celebrations" with WinterLights. Visit Museum Square to start the holiday season off with hot chocolate, entertainment and lights. Saturday, at 6:00pm its the grand finale, with the fabulous Woodstock Santa Claus Parade!

Santa Claus Parade
Nov 20, 2010
The magic of Christmas is brought to life for the Santa Claus Parade in Downtown Woodstock! On the 3rd Saturday in November at 6pm, people crowd Dundas Street from the Fairgrounds to Vansittart Avenue to be amazed! The spectators marvel at the illuminated floats and the sweet sounding bands. All the community groups, organizations, schools, churches and businesses join together to make this event spectacular and dazzling! The bands, with their musical selection have people stopping to favourites and singing along! The floats and the bands definitely do one thing, they get people in the Christmas spirit! And, most importantly, there is the jolly old elf himself at the end of the parade wishing good tidings to all! The Parade leaves the fairgrounds at 6:00 PM and should arrive Downtown around 6:45-7:00PM. To participate, please contact www.woodstocksantaparade.ca

Santa House & Sleigh Rides
Nov 27, 2010 - Dec 23, 2010
Santa makes a special trip to Downtown Woodstock to see all the boys and girls! Visit him in his House in Museum Square every Friday night in December from 5 PM to 8 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. He’s reserved a place on his knee, he always has a candy cane ready and, if you wish, you can even have your picture taken with Santa! While there, make time for a free horse drawn sleigh ride throughout the Downtown. Just imagine, “Dashing through Downtown, in a one horse open sleigh …”