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11/11/2024

Today, we commemorate all those who have fallen in hopes of a brighter future, including John McCrae (1872-1918) doctor, soldier and author of “In Flanders Fields". The McCrae House: John's birthplace and familial home, now museum and memorial in Guelph is open by admission by donation from 9 AM - 5 PM today.

11/04/2024

The City of Guelph and Destination Marketing Guelph are excited to announce the launch of the second round of the Tourism Grants Program, designed to support the development and attraction of new tourism initiatives across Guelph.

On April 16, City Council passed the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) Administration Policy, which outlined three funding portfolios to support strategic tourism investments that prioritize the advancement of Guelph’s reputation as a must-see visitor destination. The objectives of the funding streams are to support initiatives that demonstrate the ability to drive overnight stays at local accommodations and have a strong visitor appeal. The funding streams are jointly managed between the City’s Tourism and Destination Development office and Destination Marketing Guelph.

Similar to the previous round, there are three funding streams available to support activities that will be happening throughout 2025:

Destination Animation Fund: Encourages tourism product development for consistent community events to increase Guelph’s year-around tourism products while developing new partnerships amongst the tourism community.

Marketing Material Development Fund: Assists in the creation of new accessible physical and digital marketing materials to help tourism operators steward the Guelph story and tourism opportunities in a cohesive way.

Gather Here Sponsorship Fund: Supports the attraction of new larger-scale events in Guelph such as conferences, sporting events, and festivals. Successful applicants should be able to demonstrate high rates of visitor attraction, the ability to increase Guelph’s brand awareness, and collaboration with local accommodations and conference venues.

The Destination Animation Fund and the Marketing Material Development Fund will be accepting applications between November 4 to 29, 2024.
The Gather Here Sponsorship Fund will accept applications on rolling basis until 2027.

Additional guidelines for applicants looking to apply for funding can visit https://gatheringuelph.com/tourism-funding-programs/, and those looking for more info can find the full media release on the "Press Release" section of our website.
Photo Credits: .rcrd.s

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween from Guelph! 🎃👻🦇💃 From the wonderfully wicked Ward Night Markets and the mystical Market Haunt at Guelph Farmers' Market , to the moon-lit Night Maze at Strom's Farm & Bakery and Wellington Brewery's Haunted B(r)oo House, it's truly been one of our special spooky seasons yet 🥰

Enjoy the trick-or-treating!

10/31/2024

Wishing everyone a bright and joyful Diwali ✨! We hope your celebrations are filled with light, love, and the spirit of togetherness. Let's illuminate our wonderful city with positivity and cheer! Gather with us again on November 9th for Diwali festivities held by the Hindu Society of Guelph at The Arboretum, University of Guelph ! 🪔

Photo Credits 📸 to the amazing Brian's Astrophotography - jbw.astro. Check out his astrophotography!

10/30/2024

Guelph - a place so friendly, even 'competitors' in business are collaborators in practice 🥰. Gather at any of the 16 participating shops to pick up Guelph's Thrift & Consignment Map created by to begin your thrifting adventure!

For a full list on participating shops, as well as the amazing story on this truly grassroots Guelph initiative, check out our blog by clicking on the link below!
https://gatheringuelph.com/shop-sustainable-style-in-guelph-with-guelphs-thrift-consignment-map/

Consign Your Curves
Smitten Apparel
The Wild Rose
The Attic
Style Encore - Guelph,ON
Plato's Closet- Guelph, on
Mission Thrift Store - Guelph
Guelph Food Bank
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington
Value Village
Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes
The Salvation Army Ontario Division

10/16/2024

this fall at Strom's Farm & Bakery 🎃🍂🍁 Visit during the day for Harvest Fun, and after 6pm for their Night Maze ✨🌾, starting Wednesday-Saturday from now until October 27th!

P.S. the Haskap Tarts are to die for 🤤

Looking for more fall activities? Check out our Guelph Weekend Itineraries on the blog section of our website! Link in bio!

🎵Vansire ● The Latter Teens

10/14/2024

The last of our 6 Guelph Weekend Itineraries, we hope you've enjoyed these weekends as much as we've enjoyed crafting them 😊 See you this weekend!

Rainy weekend? Or maybe you’re looking for more engaging, interactive ways to spend time with the little ones? These Guelph indoor spaces are fun for the whole family! Check out the full itinerary plus 5 other weekend itineraries on the blog section of our website or by copying the link at the bottom of this post 🙌

🕹 Ctrl V Guelph: Visit this one-of-a-kind virtual reality arcade! With over 16 VR headsets and 150 games, this place is about as entertaining as it gets.

🎯 The Round Table Board Game Cafe - Guelph Location: Looking to test your mettle? Visit The Round Table for a fun, safe, friendly environment where you can enjoy axe-throwing, archery, and play various board games.

🎨 With Clay Guelph: Offering pottery painting, clay hand-building, wheel throwing, all while being able to enjoy food and drink in a separate, licensed space, Play With Clay is the ultimate way to spend an evening with friends or family.

🛌After a day out at these attractions, we can almost guarantee the kids (and you) will need some real rest. Book yours at the Hotes by Marriott Guelph Conference Centre or the Western Hotel and Executive Suites to recharge and relax.

All Itineraries Here: https://gatheringuelph.com/guelph-weekend-itineraries-the-perfect-weekend-for-you/

10/11/2024

For the inquisitive mind, Guelph is a gold-mine, rich in the arts🎨, culture🏛, and history📜. Guelph is the perfect weekend getaway for those with a dash of curiosity and penchant for learning. Check out the full itinerary plus 5 other weekend itineraries on the blog section of our website or by copying the link at the bottom of this post 🙌

🎨Art Gallery of Guelph: With a number of stimulating exhibitions and collections, the Art Gallery of Guelph is an amazing way to peer into the artistic minds of a myriad of artists, to challenge perceptions, and to learn more about Guelph and Ontario via art. Yours in Native Spirit Exhibition: Richard Bedwash

🖼Guelph Civic Museum and Basilica of our Lady Immaculate: Guelph is a city steeped in history – a story that is best told at the Guelph Civic Museum. Browse the collection of over 30,000 artifacts that bring Guelph’s past to life. Next door is the Basilica of our Lady Immaculate, a marvel to witness both inside and out.
Photo Credits: .ibrahim

🌺McCrae House: Travel to the birthplace of John McCrae, author of “In Flanders Fields”, doctor, and soldier. The house is a National Historic Site of Canada, and is complete with a monument dedicated to the life of John McCrae.

🚶‍♂️JayWalking Guelph or Guelph Urbex Walking Tour: Want to learn more about Guelph’s past? Get to know Guelph on a deeper level and immerse yourself in the town’s rich history with walking tours from and

🛌🏻 An enriching day calls for making your stay in Guelph at the historical Western Hotel and Executive Suites (circa 1881), or the Delta Hotels Guelph Conference Centre for rest and relaxation.

All Itineraries Here: https://gatheringuelph.com/guelph-weekend-itineraries-the-perfect-weekend-for-you/

10/11/2024

It seems Guelph was the perfect place to see the dazzling lightshow that is aurora borealis last night ✨ Check out these stunning shots taken over and the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate. Did you catch the northern lights? Let us know your favourite viewing spot in the comments 🙌

We got jealous just posting these as we didn't get to catch them ourselves 🥲 This is past FOMO and is just MO 🥹 Wishing us better luck next time fellow early sleepers 😌
At least we have some amazing photography 📸:
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10/07/2024

Get ready for two days of fun for 2 or the whole family, from serene strolls and some fall farm fun to some must-try food and drink and downtempo downtown evenings - this Guelph Weekend let's you try a bit of everything. Check out the full itinerary plus 5 other weekend itineraries on the blog section of our website or by copying the link at the bottom of this post 🙌

Day 1:
🌳Morning Stroll at the Arboretum, University of Guelph: Start your morning off with a relaxing stroll in the Arboretum. Walk the boardwalk under towering American Sycamores, and relax at the Japanese and Italian Gardens.
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🍂Fall fun at ’s Farm & Bakery: Walk the corn maze, enjoy made-from-scratch pastries by the fire-pit, and check out the beautiful cedar spiral !

🌅Sunset stroll in Royal City Park: Enjoy an Ice Cream on the Muskoka chairs along the Speed River at the Boathouse, and take a sunset stroll in Royal City Park. Don’t forget to check out the Covered Bridge (shown in the 1st image).
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🛌Stay: at the Hotels by Marriott Guelph Conference Centre for absolute comfort, or the Western Hotel and Executive Suites for a relaxing and luxurious stay in the heart of downtown Guelph.

Day 2:
🛶Paddle or hike at Guelph Lake or Rockwood Conservation Area: Head over to Guelph Lake to paddle or hike along it’s pristine waters and verdant shores. Interested in exploring towering glacial bluffs and caves? Hike the trails at Rockwood Conservation Area! Grand River Conservation Authority
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🌇Peruse Historical Downtown Guelph: Stroll Guelph’s beautiful limestone downtown, and many unique shops. Make your way to the Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate, and the Guelph Civic Museum to learn more about historical Guelph. Museums
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🥂Evening at Play with Clay Guelph : Finish off your time in Guelph at Play with Clay, shaping and painting a souvenir of your time here in your own image!

All Itineraries Here: https://gatheringuelph.com/guelph-weekend-itineraries-the-perfect-weekend-for-you

10/04/2024

Hey folks! We're ramping up our Guelph Weekend Itinerary posts giving you more ideas for your weekend plans! Whether you enjoy hiking🚶‍♀️, mountain biking🚴‍♀️, paddling🛶, or disc golfing🥏 – Guelph has it all. Adventure in Guelph, and explore peaceful forests and pristine lakes in whichever way suits you. Check out the full itinerary plus 5 other weekend itineraries on the blog section of our website or by copying the link at the bottom of this post 🙌

🚶‍♀️Hiking in Guelph: Explore the The Arboretum, University of Guelph's many trails, gardens, and ecosystems, or meander through the natural trails at Guelph Lake Conservation Area, and Rockwood Conservation Area. Grand River Conservation Authority

🚴‍♀️Mountain Biking: Make your way to Guelph Lake to ride on world-class single-track Guelph Lake Trails, with trails and features for all skill levels. Need a relaxing ride after ripping up trails? Ride the Royal Recreation Trail back to Guelph’s vibrant downtown. Off-Road Bicycling Association - GORBA

🛶Paddling: Still seeking some adventure after those trails? Grab your pre-arranged canoe, kayak, or SUP rental from the River Rafting Company LTD before October 14th (or bring your own watercraft all year long) and paddle along Guelph Lake’s crystal clear waters and lush shores, or along the cliffs of Rockwood Conservation Area.
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🥏Disc Golf: Did you know Guelph ranks as the 3rd best disc golf destination in Ontario, and 10th in Canada? Be sure to check out the Riverside Park Disc Golf Course, Acer Disc Golf Course at the Arboretum, University of Guelph, and Eastview Park Disc Golf Course. In need of discs? Make a quick stop at Bookshelf downtown before your game!
Photo Credits: Apparel

After a full day adventuring, unwind at the Hotels by Marriott Guelph Conference Centre or the Hotel and Executive Suites to recharge and relax.

All Itineraries Here: https://gatheringuelph.com/guelph-weekend-itineraries-the-perfect-weekend-for-you/

10/04/2024

The Guelph to Goderich Rail Trail (G2G Rail Trail) recently featured as one of the Top Rail Trails in Canada by Momentum Mag 🚴‍♀️🎉 We love when local attractions get the recognition they deserve 😊

In the words of Ron Jonhson of Momentum Mag, The G2G Rail Trail offers a "peaceful ride through forested areas and charming small towns. The G2G Trail is particularly beautiful in the fall when the leaves change colour, turning the sorrounding landscape into a mosaic of red, orange, and gold" 🍁🍂.

Make Guelph the beginning or end of your epic journey this fall, and experience a vibrant town rich in other amazing cycling opportunites 🤗. Happy pedaling!

Photo Credits: G2G Rail Trail

10/02/2024

Guelph Dance and River Run Centre present ‘World After Dark’ by Shannon Litzenberger Contemporary Dance, a sensational multi-media, multi-sensory production🌠. Inspired by Christopher Dewdney’s popular book Acquainted with the Night: Excursions through the world after dark, this production takes us on an epic voyage through the mysteries of night with masterful dance, text, lighting and costume design💃. It invites us to reclaim the night – a metaphor for the sensual, the embodied, and the feminine.

for this spectacular show this October, and to reclaim the night for yourself.

Friday October 18th, 2024 @ 8 PM
River Run Centre Main Stage, 35 Woolwich Street
Tickets: $10 to $39 available through River Run Centre’s Box Office (in-person, riverrun.ca, or phone: 519-763-3000)

Head to Guelph Dance to learn more and purchase tickets.

Photo of Linnea Swan by Kevin Konnyu

10/01/2024

Guelph has over 1000 hectares of parks and open space where you can find over 70 kilometres of trails and paths.

10/01/2024

It’s the perfect time for farm fun in Guelph. Fall lovers – this weekend in Guelph will be absolutely unforgettable for you and your loved ones🍂. From corn mazes🌽, fire-side evenings🔥, and wine tastings 🍷to pumpkin patches 🎃and alpacas (yes, alpacas!🦙), there’s plenty to take us back to our roots. Check out the full itinerary plus 5 other weekend itineraries on the blog section of our website or by copying the link at the bottom of this post!

Guelph Farmers' Market: Visit downtown Guelph on Saturday morning and enjoy the historic Guelph Farmers’ Market, where 110+ vendors show off the bounty of this year’s harvest, alongside a variety of treats, pastries, artists’ creations, and much more! We assure you this is the tastiest way to start off your weekend in Guelph.

Brae Ridge Farm: Next up, visit Brae Ridge Alpaca Farm, a forever home for alpacas and horses alike. Stay at Meadowlark Hut and glamp by the alpacas!

Strom's Farm & Bakery: From September 18th to October 31st, enjoy Strom’s Farm’s famous 6-mile corn maze, made-from-scratch pastries by the firepit, beautiful cedar spiral, and many more family-friendly activities. You can easily spend a whole day here, so plan this on your 2nd day in Guelph!

Cox Creek Cellars Inc.: To end off your 2nd day in Guelph, enjoy moments with your loved ones by the fire-pit at Cox Creek Cellars, sampling house-made wines and ciders, and indulging in deluxe charcuterie boards as the sun sets.

A day out at the farms calls for a relaxing stay. Book yours at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Guelph Conference Centre or the Western Hotel & Executive Suites to recharge and relax!

https://gatheringuelph.com/guelph-weekend-itineraries-the-perfect-weekend-for-you/

09/27/2024

There’s nothing as breathtaking as an Ontario tree line afire with October’s palette of orange, red and yellow🍂🍁. Guelph and the surrounding area can be absolutely beautiful in the fall. Be sure to grab your spiced (or regular) lattes and check out the best places to see all the colours at their peak. Read the full list here: https://gatheringuelph.com/gather-in-guelph-to-take-in-the-splendid-fall-colours/
Do you have a secret gem where you’ve seen the fall colours in Guelph? Let us know in the comments and share your photos with !

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🍂 Preservation Park

09/27/2024

Hey Guelph! We got featured in The Canada Magazine ✨😍 Click on the link below and find us on pages 20-23 📖 of the October 2024 issue where we show off the best of what Guelph has to offer this Fall.

https://issuu.com/thecanadamag/docs/cm_october_2024_travel

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