What To Do This Weekend in Trent Hills: Oct 2-4, 2026
Looking for things to do this weekend in Trent Hills? October 2 to 4, 2026 is the peak fall colour weekend, and the area is showing off. The Campbellford Farmers' Market runs Saturday morning, Church-Key Brewing is open both days, and the trails at Ferris Provincial Park and Seymour Conservation Area are at their colourful best.
Key Takeaways
- Peak fall colour: the first two weeks of October are typically peak colour in this part of Ontario, so this is the weekend. Ferris Provincial Park, Seymour Conservation Area, and the Rotary Trail are the best local spots.
- Campbellford Farmers' Market: Saturday Oct 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the corner of River and Front Street South, across from TD Bank. It runs every Saturday through the end of October.
- Church-Key Brewing: open Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to dusk at 1678 County Road 38 in Campbellford, with the tasting room in the converted barn.
- Downtown dining: The Dockside Bistro, Tap & Tonic, Antonia's Bistro, and The Trent are all open in downtown Campbellford for weekend meals and coffee.
- Fall for Trent Hills: the self-guided fall tours, including the "Parks, Patios and Porches" route, run through Thanksgiving weekend on Oct 12.
The big festivals have wrapped up for the season, and this weekend in Trent Hills is all about peak colour, harvest food, and long walks. It is an easy three days, and here is how to spend Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Friday, October 2: Peak Colour and a Relaxed Evening
Fall colour is at its peak this weekend, so start Friday with a golden-hour walk. The Rotary Trail runs about six kilometres along the Trent-Severn Waterway and connects the locks toward downtown Campbellford, with the maples turning orange and gold right now.
If you are in town during the day, the Campbellford branch of the Trent Hills Public Library at 98 Bridge St. East is open Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Later, Church-Key Brewing Company at 1678 County Road 38 is open from 10 a.m. to dusk for a pint and a growler fill.
For dinner, downtown Campbellford has solid options: The Dockside Bistro on Queen Street serves fresh, locally minded plates, Tap & Tonic at 18 Bridge Street West is a friendly pub with a full menu, and Antonia's Bistro at 28 Doxsee Ave. South is a relaxed spot for a meal. Our Campbellford neighbourhood guide walks through the downtown dining and shopping scene if you want a fuller picture.
Saturday, October 3: Market Morning, Bridge Walk, Brewery
Start Saturday at the Campbellford Farmers' Market, open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at the corner of River and Front Street South, across from TD Bank. It runs every Saturday through the end of October, and this is peak harvest season: pumpkins, squash, apples, honey, baked goods, and artisan finds. The Campbellford branch of the library is also open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
After the market, take the short drive to Ferris Provincial Park on County Road 8, open for day use through Oct 18. The Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge, a 300-foot span over the Trent River, is free to cross year-round and part of the Trans Canada Trail. With the gorge in full colour, it is the best photo stop of the weekend.
In the afternoon, drive out County Road 38 to Church-Key Brewing Company at 1678 County Road 38 in Campbellford. The tasting room in the converted barn is open Saturday from 10 a.m. to dusk, a warm spot for a pint and easy conversation.
Wrap the day with a downtown stop. The World's Largest Toonie sits in Old Mill Park on Grand Road, along the Trent River in downtown Campbellford, a free photo stop honouring local wildlife artist Brent Townsend, who designed the polar bear on the coin. Our downtown Campbellford buyer's guide covers the shops and landmarks if you want the full tour.
Sunday, October 4: Trails, Colour Drives, and a Slow Brunch
Sunday is made for a slow start and a long walk. Seymour Conservation Area on County Road 30 is open daily from sunrise to sunset and offers an easy woodland loop through the colour. The Rotary Trail along the Trent-Severn Waterway is another good option, and the drive on County Road 8 toward the park is a colour tour in itself.
For brunch, Antonia's Bistro at 28 Doxsee Ave. South and The Trent at 63 Front St. North are both downtown options for coffee and a meal. Church-Key Brewing is also open Sunday from 10 a.m. to dusk if you want a relaxed tasting-room afternoon.
The Fall for Trent Hills program runs through Thanksgiving weekend on Oct 12, with self-guided tours across Campbellford, Hastings, and Warkworth. The "Parks, Patios and Porches" route links Ferris Provincial Park, Seymour Conservation Area, and the Trans Canada Trail in one easy day.
That was your weekend in Trent Hills from October 2 to 4, 2026. Peak colour, a harvest market, a brewery, and river trails: the kind of weekend that makes small-town life hard to beat. For the latest plans, read the current weekend guide for Trent Hills, catch last weekend's plans in the archived Sept 25-27 guide, and for a closer look at why people settle here, read what makes Campbellford special for home buyers or browse the full blog.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's happening this weekend in Trent Hills?
For October 2 to 4, 2026, the highlights are peak fall colour on the trails at Ferris Provincial Park, Seymour Conservation Area, and the Rotary Trail; the Campbellford Farmers' Market on Saturday morning; Church-Key Brewing open Saturday and Sunday; and fall dining in downtown Campbellford. The Fall for Trent Hills self-guided tours also run through Thanksgiving weekend.
Is the Campbellford Farmers' Market open this Saturday?
Yes. The market runs every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May through the end of October, at the corner of River and Front Street South in Campbellford, across from TD Bank.
Where is the best place to see fall colour near Campbellford?
Ferris Provincial Park has the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge and river views, Seymour Conservation Area on County Road 30 offers an easy woodland loop, and the Rotary Trail follows the Trent-Severn Waterway for about six kilometres. The first two weeks of October are typically peak colour.
Is Church-Key Brewing open this weekend?
Yes. Church-Key Brewing Company at 1678 County Road 38 in Campbellford is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to dusk, including Saturday Oct 3 and Sunday Oct 4.
What's open in downtown Campbellford this weekend?
The Dockside Bistro on Queen Street, Tap & Tonic at 18 Bridge Street West, Antonia's Bistro at 28 Doxsee Ave. South, and The Trent at 63 Front St. North are all downtown options for meals and coffee, and the Trent Hills Public Library at 98 Bridge St. East is open Friday and Saturday.
Thinking of Making Trent Hills Home?
Weekends like this are why people love living here. If you would like to see what a home on 155 Cromwell St. has to offer, we would be glad to show you around.
Call today to talk about your next move! Call Lisa or Keith at 866-447-4434.
Written by Keith Williams & Lisa C. Follows, Willows Realty Group.