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Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of free participatory arts and culture events across the country both in-person and online. Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our communities.
Hanover invites you to explore and celebrate our vibrant and HIPP culture by taking part in this year’s Culture Days programming between September 18 and October 4. Discover local creativity, connect with the community and experience the unique spirit that makes Hanover special. Visit us on Driftscape!
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| Title | Details | Description | Learn More |
| Harvest Market in the Square | Date: September 19 Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Heritage Square (358 10th St, Hanover) Cost: Free | Celebrate creativity, community and the changing season at Hanover’s Annual Harvest Market in the Square. Held in beautiful Heritage Square in Downtown Hanover, this vibrant fall gathering brings together local makers, artists, musicians and small businesses for a day rooted in connection and culture. | Hanover events |
| I Remember When | Date: September 19 Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Town Archives, St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church (356 9th St, Hanover) Cost: Free | The Hanover Heritage Committee invites residents to share their personal memories through "I Remember When..." an opportunity for residents to record their stories, experiences and memories that brings Hanover’s history to life. | Coming soon! |
| Public Skates | Date: September 20, 23, 27 & 30 and October 4 Time: Wednesdays at 4 p.m. & Sundays at 1 p.m. Location: P & H Centre (269 7th Ave, Hanover) Cost: Free | Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. The Town of Hanover has free public skating that is sponsored by local businesses and organizations in our beautiful community. | Town of Hanover website |
| How to Create House Histories | Date: September 22 Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Saugeen Room, Civic Centre (341 10th Street, Hanover) Cost: Free | Join the Hanover Public Library to learn how to uncover the history of your home and other community buildings, using a variety of resources. | Library website |
| Community Art Outreach | Date: September 23 & 30 Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Location: St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church (356 9th St, Hanover) Cost: Free | Hosted by the Saugeen Artists Guild, artists meet to inspire and encourage each other in any creative endeavour they bring along to share and work on. Any interested artists and aspiring artists are welcome to join! Activities include mini-lessons by artists and the opportunity to try different projects in a variety of media! | Saugeen Artists Guild website |
| Eat Well Market | Date: September 26 Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: Heritage Square (358 10th St, Hanover) Cost: Free | Bringing community and local food together with an array of local vendors including, organic produce, ostrich products, beef and pork farmers, locally hand made art and goods, woodwork designs, mystic services, entrepreneurial youth booths & more. | Hanover events |
| Fall Studio Art Tour | Date: October 2-4 Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Various Studios Cost: Free | The Saugeen Artists Guild runs an annual self-guided tour that invites the public into the home and studios of a diverse set of seasoned artists and their guest artists. | Saugeen Artists Guild website |
| Autumn Leaves Studio Tour | Date: October 2-4 Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Various Studios Cost: Free | Explore the diversity of seasoned artists and their guests as you enter their homes and studios to discover beautiful works in ceramic, metal, glass, wood, photography, painting and printmaking. | ALST website |
| Saugeen Culture Bus Tour | Date: October 3 Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Pick-up locations TBD Cost: $40 + fees | Visit various iconic locations and events throughout the Township of Wellington North, Town of Minto and Town of Hanover. | Eventbrite |
| Artie Music Film Festival | Date: October 3 Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Legion Branch 130 Hanover (493 8th Ave, Hanover) Cost: $15 | We have great submissions for Film and Live Music! Bring your Family have a bite to eat and enjoy the entertainment! Kids under 12 free! | Eventbrite |
| Youth Karaoke | Date: October 3 Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Bodega Café & Pantry at Elephant Thoughts (612 10th St, Hanover) Cost: Free | Grab your friends, warm up your vocal cords and get ready to take the stage at Youth Karaoke at The Bodega Café & Pantry by Elephant Thoughts! | |
| Virtual Municipal Facilities Tour | Self-guided Location: Virtual Cost: Free | Take a behind-the-scenes look at some of Hanover's essential municipal facilities, including the Civic Centre, Fire Hall, P & H Centre and Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant. Learn how these services support our community every day. | Coming soon! |
| Hanover Scavenger Hunt | Self-guided Location: Starts at Heritage Square, (358 10th St, Hanover) Cost: Free | Have a chance to win one of four $25 Hanover Chamber Bucks vouchers if you complete all 12 stops on the Town of Hanover Scavenger Hunt using the Driftscape App. It is the perfect activity to enjoy with the family. | Hanover website |
| Downtown Public Art & Street Banner Tour | Self-guided Location: Downtown Hanover (10th St, between 6th and 14th Ave) Cost: Free | Get outside and explore Hanover through a colourful outdoor gallery featuring artists from the Saugeen Artists Guild. Discover unique art banners as you stroll at your own pace through the community. | Tour PDF |
HIPP Culture
Hanover is a vibrant cultural community waiting for you to discover what it has to offer. So take our Cultural Quiz to see what type of cultural explorer you are. With your results, we’ll provide you a list of activities you might be interested in.