The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum hosts numerous community events, on and off of the museum property. For a quick look at what events will be taking place at the Heritage House in 2025, download our Event's Brochure here. To stay up-to-date on all of the events put on by the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum, please visit museum's Facebook page.
Signature Events
| Spring Carnival - April 26, 2025 |
| The warmer weather and sunshine have arrived! Stop by the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum on Saturday, April 26 from 11am – 1pm for the museum’s Spring Carnival.
There will be axe throwing, scavenger hunts, bouncy castles, outdoor games, a performance from Junkyard Symphony, a BBQ and music.
Please note that waivers will be signed on site for axe throwing.
If you have any questions, please contact the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum at 613-283-6311 or heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca.
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| Rideau Artist of the Year Competition - June 7, 2025 |
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The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum invites artists to the picturesque heart of the Rideau Canal corridor to create an original work of art, in the tradition of en plein air. This competition is open to artists of all mediums. Artists will have one day to complete an original work of art and submit it to the museum’s gallery, where they will then be reviewed by a Jury. For more information about the 2025 Rideau Artist of the Year Competition, please visit the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum Facebook page. Rain date June 8, 2025.
Photo Gallery: Heritage House Rideau Artist of the Year will appear here on the public site.
The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum would like to thank the sponsors of the 2024 Rideau Artist of the Year Competition, TD Bank and The Craft Witch. |
| Movies Under the Stars - July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, & 21, 2025 |
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The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum and the Town of Smiths Falls welcome you to Movies Under the Stars this summer. Bring the family and a blanket or lawn chair and spend your summer evening watching a family-friendly FREE movie at Centennial Park. Movie selections include a variety of new releases, fan favourites and family-friendly films. Every week of Movies Under the Stars, there will also be pre-show activities before the movie begins and concessions available for purchase. For more information or to stay up-to-date about Movies Under the Stars, visit the Smiths Falls Movies Under the Stars Facebook page. Rain Date : August 28, 2025 |
| Heritage House Children's Summer Camps - July 14 - 18 and August 11 - 15, 2025 |
| Registration for Summer Camps is now open!
Camps will be running from July 14 - 18 and August 11 - 15, from 10am - 2pm. Registration costs are $40 for a day or $175 per week, per child.
July and August, themes will be announced closer to the camp dates.
To sign up for camps, please contact Sienna Cauley at scauley@smithsfalls.ca, call 613-283-6311 or register online.
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| Fall Fest - October 5, 2025 |
| We are paying homage to the Smiths Falls Turkey Fair - join the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum for its Fall Fest on the first weekend of October. Hop on a wagon ride, participate in scavenger hunts, arts & crafts and register for the Community Pumpkin Carving Contest. Festive treats will be available for purchase. To stay up-to-date about Fall Fest, follow the Smiths Falls Heritage House Facebook page. |
| Community Pumpkin Carving Contest - October 24 - 31, 2025 |
| The Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum will be hosting its Community Pumpkin Carving Contest and Pumpkin Walk. Drop by the museum grounds during Fall Fest to register for the contest. Individuals, families, businesses or school classes can enter a carved pumpkin in order to win a Fall themed prize. For more information, please contact the museum at 613-283-6311 or heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca. |
| Haunted Heritage House - October 17,18, 24 & 25, 2025 |
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Join the museum at 11 Old Slys Road for the spookiest tour of the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum... if you dare. Are you brave enough to wander through the rooms of the museum in the dark? The Haunted Heritage House takes place during the last two weekends of October, before Halloween. To stay up-to-date, please visit the museum Facebook page. |
| Holiday Heritage House - December 7, 2025 |
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Kick off the holiday season with everyone's favourite Jolly old soul at the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum. Guests will be offered tours of the Museum's period rooms, decorated for the season, with costumed guides who will share the history of holiday traditions in Eastern Ontario and their origins. Enjoy the sounds of holiday music with a cup of tea or apple cider alongside a homemade seasonal dessert. For admission rates or to book tickets, please contact the museum. |
| Candlelit Christmas - December 11, 2025 |
| Tour the beautifully lit and decorated Victorian Museum after hours. Tour guides will be available in staggered time slots to lead guests through the museum and learn about Christmas traditions or go through self-guided and experience the museum by candlelight. Admission by donation. Book your tour spot in advance: 613-283-6311, heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca. |
| Trivia Night at The Tap Room Inc. - First Thursday of the Month |
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Join the Heritage House Crew at The Tap Room Inc. on the last Friday of every month, at 7pm (starting April 3, 2025).
Costs are $25 a table, with suggested table numbers at 5-6 people. Limited seats are available. The winning team will receive some awesome prizes from local businesses.
Proceeds from Trivia night go to support the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum.
To register in advance, please contact the museum at heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca or 613 283 6311.
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