Fun things to do in Stratford: 15 fun attractions and activities

I would say Stratford as a hidden Gem, the city is situated alongside the Avon River, lot of things to do - Architectural marvels like Queens Town Hall, Court House the Overall Market place, Theatres and the serene river cruise, on top of that you have multiple small shops for shopping lovers and fine food, ample parking places, Sunday it was free parking, you can also find lot of local farmers selling green vegetables, plants and Bakery items.

As an artist, I absolutely love going to art gallery's of all sorts. This one was very beautiful, the art work was great to look at and experience. Good snowy date idea.

Saw Anne of Green Gables this past weekend. The interpretation was incredible; keeping in line with the main story but adding a new, modern twist. As well, there were lots of comedic and heartfelt moments. The acting was brilliant and the set perfectly done to reflect each time period. The Avon Theatre is a beautiful theatre, with comfortable seating, washroom facilities that were plentiful and moved quickly. There is also a good-size shop onsite if you are looking for show merchandise.

My husband and I participated in a summertime poetry soirée gathering here last Saturday, was an amazing event with a great vibe at Perth Museum . I really liked the atmosphere of the Musuem with lots of history of Stratford and perth county to see specially map of the world, We also enjoyed seeing and walking outside the building. Thanks team, we will back!😍

We visited for the first time to see As You Like It. The grounds were beautiful! There is a material garden in front and a formal garden off to the side with a statue of Shakespeare. There's a nice lobby area inside with a ticket booth, concession stand and bathrooms. The theater itself is very intimate. We felt like we were right in front of the stage. The cast use the audience in the performance and some even enter the stage from the isles. Overall the experience was amazing from start to finish. There's also a really nice gift shop that is open even after the night show.

We had a great experience at the Boathouse in Stratford! The atmosphere was fantastic and the people were genuinely amazing. Our boat guide was friendly, social, and made the ride even more enjoyable. After the tour, we had one of the best burgers we’ve ever tasted — served with a choice of fresh fruit or potato salad. Such a great option! Everything was well done, and we’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommended! Tammy and Arash.

A great experience! We went to the 4:30pm showing of Throne of Blood and, to our surprise, we were the only ones there, so it felt like our own private screening (though after chatting with the staff, we found out that’s a pretty rare thing!). They do offer private screenings of your choice of movies, which you can book online. We bought our tickets online and walked to the theatre from our Airbnb in the core of Stratford (took us less than 5 minutes). The seats were comfortable, and the bathrooms were conveniently close by. The decor had a really charming, vintage theatre vibe that added to the whole experience. We also bought popcorn, which comes with unlimited refills throughout the show. The staff were very sweet and chatted with us after the show too. Would definitely recommend checking this little theatre out if you’re in town!

Stratford Live is a well organized and most enjoyable event! Thank you!

We had an amazing experience on the foraging tour led by Danijela! We purchased our tickets online via emails, and the communication beforehand was excellent. Danijela is incredibly knowledgeable and made the tour both informative and fun. We learned so much about mushrooms! The walk lasted about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and we did some off-trail roaming, so I wouldn’t recommend bringing your furry friends along.

This light festival is pretty darn spectacular! With exhibits all the way from Australia’s “Amigo & Amigo” and “Chalk River Labs” and the UK’s “This is Loop”, visitors have been drawn to Stratford in numbers I’ve never seen during the winter. The interactive TRUMPET FLOWERS on Tom Patterson Island are a huge hit for children and adults alike. There are 13 minutes for everyone to play and make music followed by a 2 minute performance. During the performance, you can stop pressing buttons and just dance!!! HINT: dress for the weather and leave your white sneakers at home. The paths are covered with a thick layer of mulch but recent rains have left other areas on the island pretty muddy. SCHROOMS have been a popular colourful photo backdrop as well as a beautiful exhibit to play using your imagination! STARGATE is stunningly beautiful!!! During daylight, you’d never guess that this exhibit would keep you mesmerized in the dark. It’s another really cool photo opportunity. HINT: Wear light colours to melt into the exhibit. Also, video will give you a truer memory than still photos. You don’t wanna forget this one! “EMERGENCE” is a place for contemplation. A sanctum within which to consider the dynamic interplay between order and chaos and the momentous role this plays in systems, life, the self and the entire universe. It also makes a really cool venue for our Friday night free Silent Discos during the Lights On festival. They start at 8pm. Bring some personal ID to get headphones that allow you to tune into a live DJ and dance under the stars, surrounded by the lights of Emergence! There are more exhibits around town. You can use our free shuttle bus to see everything. Hop on, hop off. The bus does a loop every 15 minutes, giving you lots of time to hang out and enjoy each exhibit. Yes, there is FREE Hot Chocolate on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 6pm. Come early, because it’s only available until it runs out. Hot chocolate is supplied by generous sponsors around Stratford. HINT: if you miss out, CAT CAFE in Market Square is serving hot drinks until 8pm during the festival. Come see us in Stratford! Bring your kids and your inner child for an evening of awe and wonder! NOTE: Yes, I work for Lights On but only because it’s such a fun festival! I’m pretty darn lucky!

The Stratford Kiwanis Garlic Festival was a fantastic experience! 🎉 A great variety of vendors, from fresh Ontario-grown garlic to garlic-inspired foods and unique products. The atmosphere was lively, well-organized, and full of energy, with something for everyone to enjoy. It’s the perfect place to meet local growers, discover new garlic varieties, and take home high-quality products. Definitely worth attending every year!

A great experience at the Stratford Festival Theatre . I went there to watch " Annie" in May 2025. Outside the theatre is a big garden , full of art work & history. The stature of Shakespeare is in the middle of the garden. I love the layout of the theatre , the stage is surrounded by the audience, very warm and the effect is very good. The production of " Annie" is excellent ! The singing and dancing are great !

Well written, superbly acted, thought provoking, edge of your seat story telling by Canadian playwrights. I'll take this over mainstream plays at the Festival any day of the week. Except Mondays, Mondays are laundry day.