Explore North Grenville

Explore North Grenville Kemptville/NG: 30 min. from Ottawa on Hwy 416. Visit our trails/rivers, shopping, restaurants,& more. You are responsible to protect your privacy.

Why Visit Kemptville and the Hamlets of North Grenville?

· Beautiful, easily accessible hiking, biking, atv, and snow trails throughout the municipality
· Rural, small-town feel with city amenities
· Kemptville’s historic downtown nestled on a beautiful waterfront, perfect for paddling
· Great restaurants, shopping and attractions
· Easy 30 minutes from Ottawa or Brockville down the 416
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06/25/2025

🚫💦 UPDATE, JUNE 25, 12:09PM 🙌🙌 Happy update: the splashpad at Riverside Park has reopened earlier than anticipated!! Thank you for your patience, and thank you Parks, Rec and Culture team for your hardwork!

Here are some other ways to keep it cool 👇

💦 eQuinelle Park splashpad: 9am-8pm
🧊 Cooling Centre: if you need a break from the heat and humidity, the Arena Lobby is available as a cooling centre from 07:00AM TO 10:00PM until Tuesday - bring a book, some cards, or a friend and have a refresh
🏊‍♀️ Check the pool schedule: https://ow.ly/AeKI50Wge9k
⛸️ Check the skating/shinny schedule at https://ow.ly/qNsi50Wge9i
💦 Water fill stations at North Grenville Public Library, Riverside Park, and the Municipal Centre


Mayor Nancy Peckford, North Grenville Deputy Mayor John Barclay - North Grenville Councillor Kristin Strackerjan, North Grenville Councillor Doreen O'Sullivan Councillor Debbie Wilson 97.5 Moose FM - CKVV Old Town Kemptville BIA

Here’s a must visit destination for your July road trips💜 Lavender Mills Farm is just a short trip outside of Kemptville...
06/25/2025

Here’s a must visit destination for your July road trips💜 Lavender Mills Farm is just a short trip outside of Kemptville and only 30 minutes south of Ottawa!

See you in the lavender fields this summer!

The Friends of the Ferguson Forest Centre is hosting the upcoming Bioblitz on Saturday July 5th at 10am - 12pm 🌳Come out...
06/24/2025

The Friends of the Ferguson Forest Centre is hosting the upcoming Bioblitz on Saturday July 5th at 10am - 12pm 🌳

Come out and help identify trees, flowers, and birds to help create a better understanding of the migration, and habitats of the species that call the The Ferguson Forest Centre home!

North Grenville Chamber of Commerce 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways

06/24/2025

Pride banners are up along North Grenville’s main street! We are beyond pleased to see them!!❤️❤️❤️

Thank you to Downtown BIA and the Municipality of North Grenville for making a dream come true 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

06/23/2025

UPDATED JUNE 23, 2025. From LeBreton Flats and Petrie Island to Cornwall, Kingston and Petawawa, here's your guide to Canada Day fireworks, face painting and food trucks!

06/23/2025

🎶 Live Music Alert! 🎶

Valley Mountain is hitting the stage at the KBC Summer Social —
July 18th | 8:30–10:30PM

Get ready for good vibes, cold beers, and a night full of great tunes under the stars. 🌙🍻🎸
Don’t miss it!


Hey folks! Get ready for the Southbranch Serenade series in Rotary Park, right in the heart of Old Town Kemptville BIA!M...
06/23/2025

Hey folks! Get ready for the Southbranch Serenade series in Rotary Park, right in the heart of Old Town Kemptville BIA!

Mark down Thursday nights in July and August from 5:30pm - 7:00pm for your live music fix all summer long 🎤🎼

Municipality of North Grenville | South Eastern Ontario

Spend Canada Day in the hamlets of North Grenville! 🇨🇦 With celebrations happening in both Kemptville and Oxford Mills t...
06/23/2025

Spend Canada Day in the hamlets of North Grenville! 🇨🇦 With celebrations happening in both Kemptville and Oxford Mills the community is hopping with entertainment for your entire family.

Here’s a quick peek at the Kemptville live music happening at Riverside Park 🎙️✨

Canada Day Music Line - Up

06/21/2025

National Indigenous Peoples Day is June 21st. For generations, many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities have celebrated their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year.

The Indigenous Advisory Circle welcomes everyone to gather at a ceremony today in recognition of this special day. The event begins with an optional community paddle at 11:45 a.m. from Curry Park to the North Grenville Public Library. At 12:00 p.m., the ceremony will commence with traditional drumming, speakers, a sacred fire, and shared food. See event link for details: https://www.facebook.com/share/16orGophNs/

Mayor Nancy Peckford, North Grenville Deputy Mayor John Barclay - North Grenville Councillor Kristin Strackerjan, North Grenville Councillor Doreen O'Sullivan Councillor Debbie Wilson 97.5 Moose FM - CKVV Explore North Grenville GCIndigenous

Ready to celebrate? Preparations for Canada Day in North Grenville are well underway. 🎉In less than two weeks, join us f...
06/20/2025

Ready to celebrate? Preparations for Canada Day in North Grenville are well underway. 🎉

In less than two weeks, join us for a full day of family fun including:
🎶 Live music
🎈 Bouncy castles
🎨 Face painting
🎪 Food trucks & games
🎇 Epic fireworks to end the night

Drop by or stay all day. Just don't forget the sunscreen!

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285 County Road #44
Kemptville, ON
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Why Visit North Grenville?

· 150km of beautiful, easily accessible trails

· 30 minutes from the nation’s capital

· Rural, small-town feel with urban amenities

· Historic downtown nestled on a beautiful waterfront, perfect for paddling