Elora and Fergus
Elora and Fergus are a quaint duo of towns in Southern Ontario, bustling with unique shops, eateries, galleries and artists’ studios.
Elora is a draw for the Grand River Raceway, the Elora Festival, the picturesque Elora Gorge and Riverfest Elora, an annual music festival held in August.
Fergus is known for its boutique shopping, historic architecture and the annual Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games that attracts world-class competitors and entertainers. These games are said to be the world’s largest gathering of clans outside Scotland and Cape Breton.
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Celebrate Scottish culture
Fergus is known for hosting the annual Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games. This three-day event features Celtic musicians, highland dancers, whisky tasting and Scottish wares.
Sample tasty treats
Grab a bite before exploring the city at The Elora Bread Trading Company, specializing in handcrafted, artisanal bread, baked goods and sandwiches.
Stroll through the gardens
Walk among the limestone structures of the beautiful Templin Gardens in Fergus. If you seal your love with a kiss while seated on the Kissing Stone, good luck will forever be with you.
Bike through town
Cycle the Elora Bicycle Tour. This two-hour tour guides you through the Elora Gorge, the town’s historic downtown core and bicycle paths along the Grand River.
Explore the Elora Gorge
Go tubing on the Grand River, bike on the 47-kilometre Elora Cataract Trailway or reserve a campsite in the Elora Gorge Conservation Area.
Join the steampunk community
Experience the unique science fiction sub-genre at The Cogs & Clockwork, Fergus Steampunk Festival. It's free and takes place on September 6 in downtown Fergus.
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Last updated: June 17, 2025