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Events - 19 Dec 25

Upcoming Events

March 2026

Chutes Coulonge March Break Waterfall Camp 
Chutes Coulonge March Break Waterfall Camp 
March 16, 2026 - March 20, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saint Patrick’s Day Party at George’s Regal Beagle
Saint Patrick’s Day Party at George’s Regal Beagle
March 17, 2026
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pontiac Archives Talk: Our Irish Ancestors
Pontiac Archives Talk: Our Irish Ancestors
March 18, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Pilgrim Jewelry Piercing Event at Jolie Folie Boutique - Fallback Image
Pilgrim Jewelry Piercing Event at Jolie Folie Boutique
March 21, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Bryson Lions Community Dance - Fallback Image
Bryson Lions Community Dance
March 21, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Together for Pontiac Youth Forum - Campbell's Bay
Together for Pontiac Youth Forum - Campbell's Bay
March 27, 2026
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Pontiac Seedy Saturday - Thorne
Pontiac Seedy Saturday - Thorne
March 28, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

May 2026

Luskville Farm Hop
Luskville Farm Hop
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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PPHS Reunion
02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
All Day
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
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Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
03 Aug
August 3, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake's 150th Anniversary in 2026. Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com The [...]
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Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
05 Aug
August 5, 2025    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paul Ryan Park, Waltham
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Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
August 9, 2025    
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: https://www.groupeliledugrandcalumet.ca/
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Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
August 17, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa [...]
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SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
August 21, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Chapeau Farmers Market - Marché de Chapeau
Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac! We're thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac's 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory. Come and discover the [...]
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166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cobden Fairgrounds
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year's fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our [...]
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artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
August 23, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
artPontiac
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening! Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m. Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
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Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
August 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mill Dam Park
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
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Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025    
All Day
Shawville Fairgrounds
The Valley's Most Family Friendly Fair! www.shawvillefair.ca
More Info
Events on August 2, 2025
02 Aug
PPHS Reunion
2 Aug 25
Events on August 3, 2025
03 Aug
Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
3 Aug 25
Events on August 5, 2025
05 Aug
Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
5 Aug 25
Events on August 9, 2025
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
9 Aug 25
Events on August 17, 2025
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
17 Aug 25
Events on August 21, 2025
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
21 Aug 25
Chapeau
Events on August 22, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
Events on August 23, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
23 Aug 25
Portage-du-Fort
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
23 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 24, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
Events on August 28, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 29, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 30, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 31, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

December 5, 2025 - December 28, 2025
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Parc des Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park

December 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, 26–28 décembre | 16 h à 21 h | 4-9 pm

The magic returns! Join us for the Festival of Lights at Parc des Chutes Coulonge!

La magie est de retour! Joignez-vous à nous pour le Festival des lumières au Parc des Chutes Coulonge!
What’s new this year:

• A festive Christmas Market organized by Nia & Angela Lachapelle – December 19 & 20
• A visit from the Grincheux – December 20, 4–9 p.m.
• Our beloved Santa Normand & Mrs. Claus – December 13 & 20, 5:30–6:45 p.m.
Enjoy a beautiful illuminated walk, a heartwarming Christmas story, and delicious hot apple cider!
Come make magical memories with us under the lights!
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Chutes Coulonge Christmas Market

Chutes Coulonge Christmas Market

December 19, 2025 - December 20, 2025
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Parc des Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park

Where:  Parc des Chutes Coulonge

When: Dec 19-20, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Experience the magic of the season at Parc des Chutes Coulonge with their brand-new Christmas Market, organized by Lachapelle’s Designs happening on December 19th and 20th. 

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Gail Gavan LIVE at The Little Red Wagon Winery - Dec 19

Gail Gavan LIVE at The Little Red Wagon Winery - Dec 19

December 19, 2025
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Little Red Wagon Winery

Where:  Little Red Wagon Winery

When: 7:30 p.m.

Join local legend Gail Gavan and her band for an evening of Christmas singalongs, comedy, and community spirit! While the dinner portion of the event is sold out, tickets for the show are still available for purchase.

https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/gail-gavan-friday-december-19th-730pm 

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Pontiacs vs. North Dundas Rockets - December 19 (SANTA VISIT)

Pontiacs vs. North Dundas Rockets - December 19 (SANTA VISIT)

December 19, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm
Shawville Arena

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #7 – Pontiacs vs. North Dundas Rockets – SANTA VISIT. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.

Ticket Link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1564

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Events Calendar

Click on any of the individual events for details. For days with multiple listings, click the date for a complete list of events. 

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Tue
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PPHS Reunion
02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
All Day
PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
More Info
Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
03 Aug
August 3, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Otter Lake R.A. Association, 394 Tessier Street Euchre tournament fundraiser for Otter Lake's 150th Anniversary in 2026. Pre-registration on now. $5 per person if pre-registered before the tournament. $8/pp at the door on the day of the tournament. You can send an e-transfer to pre-register to: otterlake150@outlook.com or contact Lory Beaudoin at: lorybeaudoin@gmail.com The [...]
More Info
Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
05 Aug
August 5, 2025    
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Paul Ryan Park, Waltham
More Info
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
August 9, 2025    
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Details: https://www.groupeliledugrandcalumet.ca/
More Info
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
August 17, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Renfrew County historian Dave Lemkay to speak on Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches. This free public presentation takes place on Sunday, August 17, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. His talk draws on his extensive family research from Germany to Petawawa [...]
More Info
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
August 21, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Chapeau Farmers Market - Marché de Chapeau
Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac! We're thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac's 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory. Come and discover the [...]
More Info
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025    
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cobden Fairgrounds
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year's fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our [...]
More Info
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
August 23, 2025    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
artPontiac
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening! Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m. Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more. Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
More Info
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
August 23, 2025    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mill Dam Park
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
More Info
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025    
All Day
Shawville Fairgrounds
The Valley's Most Family Friendly Fair! www.shawvillefair.ca
More Info
Events on August 2, 2025
02 Aug
PPHS Reunion
2 Aug 25
Events on August 3, 2025
03 Aug
Euchre Tournament Fundraiser
3 Aug 25
Events on August 5, 2025
05 Aug
Community potluck to celebrate the Waltham Fire Department
5 Aug 25
Events on August 9, 2025
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
Groupe L'Ile-du-Grand-Calumet Fishing Derby
9 Aug 25
Events on August 17, 2025
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
Pines in the Sand - Lemke Family Roots and Branches
17 Aug 25
Events on August 21, 2025
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
SADC Community Event - Pontiac Ouest
21 Aug 25
Chapeau
Events on August 22, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
Events on August 23, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening
23 Aug 25
Portage-du-Fort
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park
23 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 24, 2025
166th Cobden Fair
166th Cobden Fair
22 Aug 25
Cobden
Events on August 28, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 29, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 30, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
Events on August 31, 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
Expo Shawville Fair 2025
28 Aug 25
Shawville
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