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St. Marys Quarry opens for the season on June 27

Canada's largest outdoor freshwater pool is nearly ready to welcome visitors for the 2025 season!

The St. Marys Quarry will open on Friday, June 27, 2025, offering daily swims from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission to the quarry costs $5 for children and youth (ages 3 to 18) and $7.50 for adults.

A Resident Season Pass will be available for purchase, offering a discounted rate for loyal local swimmers. The pass is $74.80 for children and youth (ages 3 to 18), and $114.19 for adults. It is valid...

St. Marys commemorates Canada Day at Cadzow Park

There’s no better spot to celebrate on Tuesday, July 1, than Cadzow Park in St. Marys! Join us for a festive gathering, rain or shine, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Start the day with the vibrant Canada Day parade! This year’s parade route departs from the Pyramid Recreation Centre at 11:00 a.m., travels up James St. S, turns left onto Queen St. E to make its way downtown, then left on Wellington St. S and finally left onto Park St., ending at Cadzow Park. The parade is free to enter; register...

Arts, culture and heritage in the spotlight at 2025 Stonetown Heritage Festival

This year's Heritage Festival, taking place from July 11 to 13, will offer numerous chances to explore creativity and connect with local history.

Located in the heart of the festival, the art exhibit will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12 in the building on the corner of Water St. N and Queen St (95 Queen St. E). The art exhibit and sale will highlight members of our local Stonetown Art group, showcasing their unique and impressive artwork available for purchase.

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2025 Heritage Festival set to feature spectacular live entertainment!

Enjoy a fun celebration for all ages, ending with Rotary fireworks show

This year's Stonetown Heritage Festival (July 11 to 13) promises a Saturday filled with a diverse range of live entertainment options for everyone to enjoy!  

“We have something for everyone at this year's festival," says Morgan Easton, Town of St. Marys Tourism and Events Coordinator. "From incredible local musicians to captivating street performers, we want to make sure there's never a dull moment!"

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Save the date for the 2025 Stonetown Heritage Festival

St. Marys’ favourite summer festival returns on July 11, 12 and 13, 2025.

The event will feature many traditional favourites including street performers, food and market vendors, heritage tours and children’s activities. Attendees can anticipate an emphasis on arts, culture, and heritage in St. Marys.

Most of the festival’s highlights will happen on Saturday with the town’s vibrant arts scene will be on full display, as local musicians, actors, writers, craftspeople showcase their talents.

"There will be...