Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival
Date: 09 Sep, 2024 - 15 Oct, 2024, Community: Meaford
Category:
Agriculture, Arts & Heritage, Family
Opening and Closing Times: Scarecrow Invasion - 24 hours/day September 9 - October 15
Scarecrow Invasion Parade: October 4th 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Scarecrow Invasion Family Festival: October 4th 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Admission Fees: No (free)
Adminssion Price: $0.00
The Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival happens every autumn from mid-September to mid-October. Meaford is invaded by scarecrows hanging from lamp posts, posing in windows, and gathering at strategic areas throughout the town. On the Friday night of the weekend before Thanksgiving (October 4th, 2024), the Family Festival begins with a parade at 6:00 PM. The parade ends at the the harbour front, where there is a festival with children’s activities, entertainment, food and vendors.