Events in Stratford for September 2024
There is always plenty of things for visitors to do an see in Stratford in every season of the year.
Here’s a curated list of things that you can enjoy as you are planning your trip to our enchanted city.
FIDDLES and FOOD TRUCKS: Shane Pendergast Duo
Get ready to kick up your heels and join us this fall for the electrifying third annual "toe-tapping, barn-raising" extravaganza in support of Stratford Summer Music!
Date: Thursday, Sept 12
Website: TicketSceneSTRATFORD FAIR
A complete midway with Spectacular, Major, Family, and Children’s rides; carnival games, fair food, and more!
Date: Thursday-Sunday, Sept 19-22
Website: Stratford Agricultural SocietyONE MAN. THREE LEGENDS: Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash & Elvis Presley
The MusicBarge is our floating stage, docked at the bank of the Avon River. It is home to many free outdoor concerts.
Bring your blanket or lawnchair and a picnic lunch!
Date: Sunday, Sept 29
Website: TicketScene
Walking Time from Henry House: 12 minART IN THE PARK
This display of original works of painting, woodwork and sculpture has become part of the fabric that makes Stratford the vibrant city that it is.
Date: Saturdays, & Sundays in September (weather permitting)
Website: Art in the Park
Walking Time from Henry House: 5 minSUMMER JAMFEST
Music and Mental Health! Summer Jam Fest is a benefit concert in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association Huron at the Stratford Perth Museum. Featuring Robyn Ottolini, Coty Robinson, Celly Miles and Hannah Thomas.
Date: Sunday, Sept 1
Website: Summer JamfestDRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
Over 3,000 are expected to participate by watching the races, enjoying the food, entertainment and refreshments and visiting the Kid's Tent.
Date: Saturday, Sept 14
Website: Stratford Rotary Dragon Boat FestivalOPEN KITCHEN CLASS
This class is all about turning your kitchen into a haven of delicious, nutritious, and cost-effective meals.
Date: Several in September
Website: Stratford Chef’s School
Walking Time from Henry House: 4 minBEETHOVEN’S 5th
Stratford Symphony Orchestra presents the inaugural concert of its 20th-anniversary season with an invitation to Stratford for a mesmerizing performance featuring "Beethoven's 5th."
Date: Saturday, Sept 28
Website: Stratford Symphony OrchestraHERE FOR NOW THEATRE
There are several plays offered in September.
“With Love and a Major Organ” - During her morning commute, a young woman falls in love with a total stranger she meets on the subway.
”Dinner with the Duchess” - At the end of a storied career, violin virtuoso Margaret gives her final interview to a young, savvy reporter. Aided by her ever-charming husband, Margaret must confront secrets and ghosts of the past to face the impossible question: how will she be remembered?Date: Several in September
Website: Here For NowLIGHT UP THE NIGHT - KAYAKING
Light Up The Night Kayaking is an opportunity to kayak, canoe, or paddleboard under the stars while meeting new people and friends!
Date: Saturday, September 28
Website: Light Up the Night
Walking Time from Henry House: 1 minLIVE MUSIC AT THE BUNKER
The Bunker is Stratford's newest downtown cocktail lounge, serving up craft beer, signature cocktails, and even more live music.
Date: Live Music every Saturday Night and more
Website: The Bunker
Walking Time from Henry House: 8 min
Next Steps? Book a Stay with Henry House.We hope you found this information helpful in planning you next stay in our enchanting city of Stratford, Ontario.
If you want to be located within a 6 min stroll of most of the attractions, please consider staying with us at the Henry House.