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50 Things To Do This Summer In Guelph

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  1. Spend a weekend camping and leave your devices at home
  2. Revamp your resume
  3. Volunteer with a local organization that helps to better your community
  4. Visit the Guelph Farmers’ Market
  5. Go fishing in Speed River
  6. Play Frisbee on Johnston Green
  7. Explore Guelph’s conservation areas
  8. Visit Guelph Lake
  9. Throw a BBQ party in your backyard
  10. Visit the Donkey Sanctuary
  11. Drink patio beers in Downtown Guelph
  12. Explore the University of Guelph Arboretum

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  13. Get ice-cream at The Boathouse
  14. Tour local breweries
  15. Visit the Boarding House Gallery
  16. Bike or walk along the Eramosa River
  17. Eat a foot-long at Rocky’s, the best hot dog joint in the city
  18. Volunteer at and/or attend the Hillside Festival
  19. Take a bike trip out to Rockwood Conservation Area
  20. Read a book you didn’t get around to during the semester
  21. Canoe down the Speed River
  22. Go to a Blue Jays game in Toronto
  23. Organize a DIY house concert (be sure to obey noise bylaws!)
  24. Go camping, even if only in your own backyard
  25. Restaurant-hop downtown – have apps, main courses, dessert, and late-night snacks each at a different place
  26. Join a recreational sports league – there are a few to choose from
  27. Take drop-in dance lessons at Flying Dog downtown
  28. Hop on a random bus and go on an adventure – in or out of the city
  29. Hang a hammock in your backyard and spend an afternoon reading peacefully outside
  30. Spend a quality time with yourself – find something you enjoy doing alone and make it a part of your daily, or weekly routine
  31. Read one book a month for pleasure
  32. Write in a journal everyday
  33. Try out a new hobby
  34. Bike around the city, or even plan a bike trip to a nearby village
  35. Spend a day wandering around Elora – it’s beautiful
  36. Take a weekend trip alone and get in tune with yourself again
  37. Host a wine and cheese night
  38. Do something that will take you out of your comfort zone
  39. Reflect on the past, and get ready to move on
  40. Spend some time reconnecting with friends from long ago and family
  41. Be a pen-pal to a loved one that lives far away
  42. Create a positive routine for yourself to stick to
  43. Get outside each and everyday for at least an hour
  44. Help someone in need
  45. Reevaluate your budget
  46. Go see a movie in Market Square
  47. Go to one of many music festivals happening around the country
  48. Go antiquing at the Aberfoyle Antique Market
  49. Redecorate your place
  50. Relax

Upcoming events this Spring & Summer to watch out for

Kazoo! Fest – April 8 to 12

April 8 marks the 9th annual Kazoo! Fest. Kazoo! Fest showcases a unique blend of different artistic mediums.

Guelph and district Multicultural Festival – June 5 to June 7

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Many activities will be held in Riverside Park, including international cuisine, performances, fireworks, and more.

2 Rivers Festival – June 10 to 14

This festival is held along the Speed River, and teaches the importance of our rivers in the community. The river clean up will be happening on June 13.

Alumni Weekend 2015 – June 12 to 14

The U of G hosts an alumni weekend every year to bring people back to the university and celebrate.

10th annual Taste Real Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest – June 21

A delicious day-long celebration of the local food industry.

Canada Day at Riverside Park – July 1

Riverside Park hosts Canada Day celebrations each year. This day-long event is filled with activities for people of all ages, and a firework display in the evening.

13th annual Art on the Street – July 11

This day-long festival showcases the best of what local artists have to offer – Quebec Street closes for the day.

32nd Hillside Festival – July 24 to 26

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The ever-popular summer music and arts festival is entering its 32nd year and is an enjoyable time for people of all ages.

Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games – Aug. 7 to 9

Celebrating Scottish heritage and culture, Fergus hosts its annual festival at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex.

Riverfest Elora 2015 – Aug. 14 to 17

It’s the seventh year for Riverfest, held at Bissel Park in beautiful Elora – another great local music and arts festival in the area.

18th annual Ribfest – Aug. 28 to 30

Riverside Park hosts Ribfest with live music, a classic car show, and food trucks serving up some delicious BBQ. All proceeds go to local charities.

Guelph Jazz Festival – Sept. 16 to 20

An annual event held in locations around downtown Guelph to showcase talented jazz musicians. An excellent way to begin the fall!

 

 

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