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August 2024

Don’t let their email find you! Instead book a “very important meeting” with Durham Tourism and spend the day living your best life! 

Check out our Out of Office page and choose your itinerary. Will you feel the sun on your face while biking the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail? Unplug with a cold plunge at Thermëa Spa Village? Or feel like royalty at the home and gardens of the Parkwood National Historic Site?

You decide, then we’ll block off the day in your calendar and email you a suggested itinerary that includes other fun stops and eats along the way. Note that any spa reservations and admission tickets must be booked and paid for separately. 

A Nod To Maud: The Legacy Of

Lucy Maud Montgomery 

Page’s Platefuls: Blueberry Citrus Gin Fizz

Summer cocktails and mocktails should be refreshing, delicious, and easy to make—and Chef Alex Page ticks all the boxes with this new beverage! 

You'll wish summer could last forever when you enjoy his Blueberry Citrus Gin Fizz. It’s the perfect way to cool off in these hot temperatures! 

What’s even better, Chef Alex uses locally-sourced ingredients—blueberries from Wilmot Orchards and citrus infused gin from Durham Distillery. 

Local Business Highlights 

Experience field-to-fork produce and dining at Durham College. As part of its Farm Fresh Thursdays, visitors can enjoy freshly picked seasonal fare at the college’s farm. The options are as varied as the food: buy it at the Produce Pavilion, take home prepared foods from the Pantry retail store or enjoy a meal from a feature menu at the Bistro ‘67 patio. Farm Fresh Thursdays runs until October 22. 

Satisfy your sweet tooth at Biscuits to Baskets newest location. You might remember the home-based chocolate and bakery shop whose popularity soared earlier this year with a visit by influencer and food critic Keith Lee. In addition to their original location on Beatty Road in Ajax, you can now stock up on their chocolates, cakes and pastries at La Belle’s Garden Centre in Pickering. Open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. 

Food lovers will want to pay a visit to Market at 70 King in Oshawa. The 95-year-old heritage building at King Street East and Mary Street has been transformed into a food hall with seven diverse vendors and a cocktail bar. The space will also host pop-up vendors and community events. The Market is open Tuesdays to Sundays.  

Artist Sarah Shaw is celebrating 22 years of creating and cultivating art at Shaw Studios in Whitby. Sarah offers classes, workshops and children's camps to encourage the love of art among Durham residents. Learn more about Sarah Shaw.

Mark Your Calendars

Get those roller skates laced up! SUSO is bringing its pop-up roller experience to the Oshawa Centre on August 16. The site of the former Sears store has been transformed into a roller rink complete with disco ball, lights and sound system. Skates and safety gear are available to rent. View hours and booking information. 

Take part in a live cooking demonstration with Chef Alex Page at The Sunflower Farm on August 18. From 1 to 3 p.m. stop by the Durham Tourism and Durham Farm Fresh tent for the demo and tasting of Chef Alex’s ‘Corn Risotto with Sunflower Seed Pesto.’ (Watch for that recipe in an upcoming newsletter!) Explore The Sunflower Farm market showcasing some talented vendors and their unique products; from handmade crafts and jewelry to locally sourced goods and delicious treats. 

Love classic cars and free entertainment? Don't miss Kars on King on August 23 from 3:30 to 9 p.m. More than 300 classic vehicles will line King Street and Simcoe Street in downtown Oshawa, accompanied by live music on the main stage at the four corners. Enjoy the family zone with jumping castles, face painting, balloons, and buskers. Grab some dinner downtown and stay for the event! Learn more about Kars on King.

In Case You Missed It

There's still lots of summer left to enjoy all that makes Durham Region great! From outdoor adventures to peaceful retreats to great food and drinks, the possibilities for your summer bucket list are endless. Need help narrowing the choices down? Add these 10 things to your summer bucket list.

With sunny days and long evenings, summer might just be the best time to enjoy Durham Region with someone special. But coming up with that perfect date doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether it’s a first date or you’re treating your long-term partner, check out these Durham date ideas when you don’t want to spend a lot of money this summer.

Fresh flowers are in bloom across Durham Region! Wander through wildflowers, lounge in lavender fields or find shade among the sunflowers—the season doesn’t last long so be sure to visit the region’s flower farms now. Check out our best destinations for farm fresh flower experiences.

For unique trip ideas or to plan your perfect day, visit DurhamTourism.ca, or call 1-800-413-0017. If this information is required in an accessible format, contact Durham Tourism.