Heart of the Holidays | Scugog Tourism

This holiday season, Port Perry is filled with festive lights, holiday markets, family traditions, live events, shopping, dining, and seasonal magic.

Starting in November, enjoy sparkling lights in Palmer Park, beautifully decorated downtown streets, festive markets, visits with Santa, holiday photo opportunities in the Heart of the Holiday Square, and so much more.

Gather your family and friends and experience the wonder, warmth, and nostalgia of the season in the heart of our charming community.

Visit throughout November and December to discover all the festive fun.

E(ad)vent Calendar

The following holiday-themed events are taking place throughout the season! Plan your advent- sorry, event- calendar today!

Calendar of Events

Starting in November: Enjoy lights in Palmer Park and a decorated downtown
November 13 to December 15: Drop your letters to Santa at the North Durham Chamber of Commerce Offices, 250 Queen Street
November 14: Cider Sipper & Christmas Art Market, hosted by Scugog Arts - 268 Queen Street
November 20: Scugog Tree Lighting Event, hosted by Port Perry Rotary - 181 Perry Street
November 20: Christmas Farmers Market, hosted by Port Perry Lakefront Farmers Market - 121 Queen Street
December 5: Scugog Santa Claus Parade, hosted by North Durham Chamber of Commerce - downtown Port Perry
December 5 to January 3: Bakersville Animated Gingerbread Village, hosted by the Scugog Memorial Public Library - 231 Water Street
December 10 to January 2: Enjoy holiday photo stations in Downtown Port Perry, courtesy of the Port Perry B.I.A. - various locations
December 10 to 13 and 17 to 20: Photos with Santa in front of our Movie-Famous Grain Elevator, courtesy of the Port Perry B.I.A . - corner of Queen and Water Street
December 11 to 13: Vintage Holiday Weekend in Downtown Port Perry, hosted by the Port Perry B.I.A. - Queen and Water Street
December 31: New Years' Eve Bash, hosted by Marwan's Global Bistro - 187 Queen Street