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 discover more about our vibrant and HIPP Culture by participating in the following events:
| Event Title | Date & Time | Description | Location & Website |
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Saugeen Culture Bus Tour with Minto & Wellington North *Ticketed event | Saturday, October 4, 2025 10am-4pm | Calling all culture enthusiasts! Whether you're a history buff, an art lover, or simply curious about the stories that shape our communities, this tour is for you. Join us for a day of discovery, connection, and celebration of our local heritage. The Saugeen Culture Bus Tour returns in 2025, bringing you even more stories, sights, and experiences from across Wellington North, Minto, and Hanover. | Various Sites |
| Hanover Public Library Newcomer Resource Centre Designation & Celebration | Saturday, September 20, 2025 10:30am-12:00pm | As part of Welcoming Week and Culture Days, the Town of Hanover invites you to a special dedication event at the Hanover Public Library for our new Newcomer Resource Centre—a vibrant space supporting newcomers to Canada and new residents to our community. This event highlights a new display at the Hanover Library where individuals and families can access welcome packages and essential settlement resources to help them feel at home in Hanover. Enjoy a morning of connection and celebration featuring:
Discover resources, meet new neighbours, celebrate diversity, and help us build a more inclusive Hanover! | Hanover Public Library & the Community Hall |
| Fall Harvest Market | Saturday, September 27, 2025 10am-3pm | Celebrate the season with us at this family-friendly outdoor market featuring 40+ amazing local vendors! Shop handmade goods, fall décor, unique gifts, fresh produce, baked treats, preserves, and so much more — all while supporting small businesses and artisans from across the region. Enjoy live music, kids’ activities, and a vibrant community atmosphere in the heart of downtown Hanover. Free admission | All ages welcome | Rain or shine! | Heritage Square |
| The Pioneers of Hanover – Cemetery Tour | Saturday, September 27, 2025 11am | Join local historian, Al Morrow, as he takes you back in time to explore the fascinating lives and journeys of some of the first pioneers of Hanover. | Hanover Cemetery No registration required. Arrive on-site and look for the tent at the west entrance to join the tour at 11am that day. |
| Eat Well Farmers' Market | Saturday, September 20 & October 4, 2025 9am-1pm | Bringing community and local food together. Educational booths, weekly entertainment and more! | Heritage Square |
| Self-Guided Art Tours | Downtown Street Banner Public Art | Downtown Street Banner tour featuring artwork by the Saugeen Artists Guild. | Downtown Street Banner Tour Map |
| Self-Guided Art Tours | Saugeen Artists Guild Fall Studio Tour October 3-5, 2025 10am-5pm | Saugeen Artists Guild member studio tours across the Grey Bruce Region. | Saugeen Artists Guild |
| Self-Guided Art Tours | Autumn Leaves Studio Tour October 3-5, 2025 10am-5pm | Autumn Leaves Studio Tour - Wind your way through the picturesque back roads of Grey and Bruce Counties to visit inspiring studios, talk to the artists and see demonstrations. |
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| Self-Guided Culture Tour | ON Culture Guide: The Saugeen Region | Friendly people, historic downtowns, fresh local produce and the great outdoors – that’s what you’ll find throughout Hanover, Minto and Wellington North. Not only that, but the Saugeen region happens to be a bit of a road less travelled — just waiting for you to explore. | The Saugeen Region: Hanover, Minto, Wellington North | Ontario Culture Days |
| Driftscape App | Discover our places, events, and self-guided audio tours all in one spot. | Scan the above QR code to access or visit www.hanover.ca/tourismandculturemap |
