Friday, September 25
Veteran Coffee
Friday, September 25 | 10 a.m. to noon
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95, Smiths Falls
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95 hosts its monthly Veteran Coffee on the last Friday of each month. The gathering is open to active and retired military members, RCMP members and their families.
By the Rideau Market
Friday, September 25 | 3 to 7 p.m.
Lower Reach Park, Smiths Falls
The By the Rideau Market returns with farm-fresh produce, meats, baked goods, jewellery and artisan creations. The weekly outdoor market offers a chance to shop locally in a family-friendly setting, with free parking available.
An Autumn Art Affair
Friday, September 25 | 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The Big Art Gallery at the Falls, Smiths Falls
The Big Art Gallery at the Falls hosts the vernissage of An Autumn Art Affair. Guests can enjoy an evening of art, drinks and conversation while meeting the artists behind the exhibition.
A Night of Country Music featuring Cam Galloway
Friday, September 25 | 6:30 p.m.
Smiths Falls Station Theatre
Cam Galloway headlines a night of country music, with Landon Bedor opening. Tickets are $30 and are available through Showpass.
Motown with Heatwave
Friday, September 25 | Doors 6:30 p.m., music 7 p.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Smiths Falls
The 12-piece Heatwave band brings a night of Motown music to Smiths Falls, with local performer Will Turnbull opening. Proceeds support local food banks, charities, youth programs and Westminster Presbyterian Church initiatives.
Saturday, September 26
Ambre McLean — Wild Iris Album Release
Saturday, September 26 | 7:30 p.m.
The Pews, Merrickville
Singer-songwriter Ambre McLean celebrates the release of Wild Iris with an intimate evening of songs, stories and live performance. Tickets are available through Eventbrite.
McDonald’s Corners Fall Fair
Saturday, September 26
McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Hall and Fairgrounds
The 172nd annual McDonald’s Corners Fall Fair celebrates its “homesteading” theme with agricultural displays, a vendor market and family activities. A traditional turkey dinner follows at 4:30 p.m., with tickets available for attendees.
Honour Our Veterans Banner Program Weekend and Legion Parade
Saturday, September 26
Perth
The Town of Perth and the local Royal Canadian Legion host the annual Honour Our Veterans Banner Program Weekend and Legion Parade. The event recognizes local veterans through commemorative banners and a community parade honouring their service and preserving their stories for future generations.
