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Explore the Shores

The official page for Saugeen Shores Tourism.

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Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron in Southwestern Ontario, Saugeen Shores consists of the communities of Port Elgin, Southampton and Saugeen Township. Our relaxed family-oriented communities have a lot to offer that you can’t get in the city. With so many amazing experiences to enjoy, Saugeen Shores invites you to 'explore the shores' whether you live here, or are just visiting.

08/31/2022

Interested in free swag, games, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team in Downtown Southampton today from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Outside the Tourism Centre, Downtown Southampton
Address: 201 High St., Southampton
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

08/30/2022

Looking for a fun, social activity to add to your weekly schedule? Be sure to check out the Port Elgin Market (formerly the Beach Market) located at The Plex, for some unique finds from a variety of vendors! The market runs every Wednesday this summer from June 29 to August 31. We look forward to seeing you there!

Interested in setting up a booth? Check out their page or website for more information on vendor applications!

Port Elgin Market Town of Saugeen Shores

08/24/2022

Did you participate in sharing your experiences in the Saugeen River Survey? Well, we have some exciting news for you! This marks the final prize we will be giving away during this month, featuring attractions and events from four different municipalities!

This prize includes an overnight stay at the Saugeen Riverbank Campground in their new Mongolian yurt or dome, with access to tubing, fishing and paddling on the river, brought to you by the Municipality of Brockton and the Saugeen Riverbank Campground! **The winner will be notified via email.**

Have you visited the river recently? Check out our link below to share your thoughts! Thank you for your help with improving river experiences!

https://forms.gle/zpxQhcFTStNbrUTv8

Saugeen Riverbank Campground Municipality of Brockton Arran Elderslie Town of Hanover Town of Saugeen Shores

08/22/2022

Did you participate in sharing your experiences in the Saugeen River Survey? Well, we have some exciting news for you! This marks the third of four prizes we will be giving away this month, featuring attractions and events from four different municipalities!

This prize includes 4 tickets to Back Porch Events 'The Soul Brothers: A Tribute to The Blues Brothers' for the Hanover Civic Theatre Grand Re-Opening on September 23rd, 2022, brought to you by the Town of Hanover! **The winner will be notified via email from our Explore the Shores tourism team in Port Elgin, from our verified email ([email protected]).**

Have you visited the river recently? Are you interested in winning the remaining prize? Check out our link below for a chance to share your thoughts and be entered into our random prize draw! Thank you for your help with improving river experiences!

https://forms.gle/zpxQhcFTStNbrUTv8

Back Porch Events Town of Hanover Arran Elderslie Municipality of Brockton Town of Saugeen Shores

08/19/2022

Events happening in Paisley this weekend!
- The Bruce County Heritage Farm Show
- Sonic Springs Music and Arts Festival

08/19/2022

Interested in free swag, games, face painting, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at the Port Elgin Harbour today from 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm, with music from Elegantly Stripped happening from 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Port Elgin Harbour
Address: 163 Elgin St., Port Elgin
Time: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

08/17/2022

Interested in free swag, games, face painting, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at the start of the North Shore Trail in Port Elgin today from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: North Shore Trail start, near the North Shore Pavilion
Address: 800 Stevens St., Port Elgin
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

08/16/2022

It's Tuesday and that means it's time for another episode of "Tourism on the Street!"

This week, Sam Donsig headed down to Gerry's Fries in Southampton and asked people, where they are from, what brings them here, and any recommendations they have for fun things to do in the area.

Where should Sam go next time? Comment down below and we will pick one from the list of comments!

Town of Saugeen Shores

08/15/2022

Are you interested in learning more about the history of our town? The Town of Saugeen Shores' website is a great resource to find information! Click on the following links to learn more.

General: https://www.saugeenshores.ca/en/explore-and-play/our-history.aspx
Port Elgin:https://www.saugeenshores.ca/en/explore-and-play/resources/Documents/Hitstory-of-Port-Elgin.pdf
Southampton:https://www.saugeenshores.ca/en/explore-and-play/resources/Documents/History-of-Southampton.pdf
Saugeen Township:https://www.saugeenshores.ca/en/explore-and-play/resources/Documents/History-of-Saugeen-Township.pdf

Let us know in the comments something that you learned about Saugeen Shores! Town of Saugeen Shores

08/11/2022

Did you participate in sharing your experiences in the Saugeen River Survey? Well, we have some exciting news for you! This marks the second of four prizes we will be giving away during this month, featuring attractions and events from four different municipalities!

This prize includes 2 tickets to the 2023 Paisley Blues Festival and $50 in Paisley Bucks, brought to you by The Corporation of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie! **The winner will be notified via email from our Explore the Shores tourism team in Port Elgin, from our verified email ([email protected]).**

Have you visited the river recently? Are you interested in winning one of the remaining prizes? Check out our link below for a chance to share your thoughts and be entered into our random prize draw! Thank you for your help with improving river experiences!

https://forms.gle/zpxQhcFTStNbrUTv8

Paisley Blues Festival Arran Elderslie Town of Hanover Municipality of Brockton Town of Saugeen Shores

08/10/2022

Interested in free swag, games, face painting, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at the Port Elgin main beach today from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, with live music happening from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Port Elgin Main Beach
Address: 100 Green St., Port Elgin
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

08/08/2022

Did you participate in sharing your experiences in the Saugeen River Survey? Well, we have some exciting news for you! This month we will be giving away prizes featuring attractions and events from four different municipalities, so be sure to keep up-to-date with our social media for more details!

The first of these prizes include a beach backpack, an LED flashlight, and a boat rental certificate for a paddle trip down the Saugeen River, brought to you by Explore the Shores and Thorncrest Outfitters! **The winner will be notified via email from our Explore the Shores tourism team in Port Elgin, from our verified email ([email protected]).**

Have you visited the river recently? Are you interested in winning one of the remaining prizes? Check out the link in our bio for a chance to share your thoughts and be entered into our random prize draw! Thank you for your help with improving river experiences!

Thorncrest Outfitters Town of Saugeen Shores Arran Elderslie Town of Hanover Municipality of Brockton

08/08/2022

Check out the events happening this week in Saugeen Shores!

08/05/2022

It's Friday and that means it's time for another !

This Week's Business Feature is on Little Black Dog Culinary Market & Catering! They recently moved to a new location within Southampton at the beginning of June this year. Little Black Dog has amazing takeaway lunches and dinners, plus they offer catering services to public and private events as well.

For the full story, click the link below!
https://exploretheshores.ca/explore/local-focus-fridays-little-black-dog-culinary-market--catering/456/

Town of Saugeen Shores
Little Black Dog Culinary Market and Catering

08/03/2022

Does the rain have you feeling blue? Check out these fun indoor activities available around Saugeen Shores that will keep you entertained and dry!

Town of Saugeen Shores

08/02/2022

It's Tuesday and that means it's time for another episode of "Tourism on the Street!"

This week, Sam Donsig strolled into the downtown of Port Elgin and asked people, where they are from, what brings them here, and any recommendations they have for fun things to do in the area.

Where should Sam go next time? Comment down below and we will pick one from the list of comments!

Town of Saugeen Shores

08/02/2022

Check out the events happening this week in Saugeen Shores! Town of Saugeen Shores

08/02/2022

Hey Saugeen Shores! Take a look at our Event Newsletter for the month of August. We have a ton of events happening this month so make sure you don't miss out on any of these exciting events!

You can check out our website www.exploretheshores.ca for more information about upcoming events and fees!

Town of Saugeen Shores Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce

07/27/2022

Interested in free swag, games, face painting, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at Jubilee Park in Southampton today from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, with live music happening from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Jubilee Park
Address: 261-285 Scott St., Southampton
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

07/26/2022

Check out the events happening this week!

07/23/2022

Interested in free swag, games, face painting, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at the Marine Heritage Festival today from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Pioneer Park
Address: 70 Front St., Southampton
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Marine Heritage Festival Town of Saugeen Shores

07/22/2022

Interested in free swag, games, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at the Port Elgin Harbour today from 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm, with music from Elegantly Stripped happening from 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Port Elgin Harbour
Address: 163 Elgin St., Port Elgin
Time: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

07/20/2022

Interested in free swag, games, maps, and brochures? Come say hello to our tourism team at the Port Elgin Market today from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: The Plex
Address: 600 Tomlinson Dr., Port Elgin
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

For more information about our weekly pop-up schedule for the summer, check out our flyers posted at the Tourism Centres in Port Elgin and Southampton, or pick up one to take with you! Town of Saugeen Shores

07/18/2022

Check out the events happening this week in Saugeen Shores! Town of Saugeen Shores

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It's Tuesday and that means it's time for another episode of "Tourism on the Street!" This week, Sam Donsig headed down to Gerry's Fries in Southampton and asked people, where they are from, what brings them here, and any recommendations they have for fun things to do in the area. Where should Sam go next time? Comment down below and we will pick one from the list of comments! #TouristTuesdays #TourismOnTheStreet #PortElgin #ExploreTheShores Town of Saugeen Shores

It's Tuesday and that means it's time for another episode of "Tourism on the Street!" This week, Sam Donsig strolled into the downtown of Port Elgin and asked people, where they are from, what brings them here, and any recommendations they have for fun things to do in the area. Where should Sam go next time? Comment down below and we will pick one from the list of comments! #TouristTuesdays #TourismontheStreet #PortElgin #ExploretheShores Town of Saugeen Shores

Introducing a new bi-weekly video series, titled "Tourism on the Street!" Where every two weeks, we go out to the streets of Port Elgin and Southampton. Asking people, where they are from, what brings them here, and any recommendations they have for people coming into town. #TouristTuesdays #TourismontheStreet #Southampton #ExploretheShores Town of Saugeen Shores