Events
March Break: Family Drop-In Days
Join us for our March Break Family Drop-in Days in the Gallery. Experience the new Exhibit “Naakonigewnan ezhi-zhitoong: Wampum and Treaties of London & Middlesex County” and then try hands-on activities, wampum making, drumming, art activities, and more presented by students from Antler River Elementary School and Chippewas of the Thames First Nation.
Free by Donation
Clean Up Day
Bring your gloves and rakes to help us get the Village ready for the spring season! A great way to give back & for youth to get volunteers hours.
Community Volunteer Day
Mother's Day Tea
Spend an afternoon sipping tea together! Enjoy tea and treats and then take a stroll of the Village grounds.
Ticketed Event
(Tickets go on sale in April)
Opening Weekend
Join us to celebrate the start of the 67th season at Fanshawe Pioneer Village! Come explore the buildings and watch history brought to life during opening weekend!
Regular Admission
Christmas in the Village December 6 & 7
December 6 & 7
Join us for Christmas at the Village and learn all about how people in the 19th century enjoyed the holiday season! St. Nicholas may even be there!
Regular Admission
Festive Pancake Breakfast at the Village
Celebrate the Holiday Season with a festive pancake breakfast at Fanshawe Pioneer Village featuring pancakes, sausages, beverages - and a hello from St. Nick!
Ticketed Event
The Christmas Truce of 1914
In this evening walking tour, learn about life during WWI and experience the story of the 1914 Christmas Truce at our replica trench. Presented in partnership with History Matters Association.
Ticketed Event
Return to the Abandoned Village
Byron Scary House turns the Village into a place of terror this Halloween for this 14+ haunted experience. Five buildings transformed into nightmares…one unforgettable walk through fear!
Warning: Gory and graphic scenes, jump scares, tight spaces, flashing lights, and loud sounds.
Ticketed Event- Get your ticket now !
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Enjoy a Traditional Thanksgiving meal at Fanshawe Pioneer Village!
Thanksgiving Day
Getting Ready for the Fall Harvest! Join us for the Last Day of our Public Season and learn how early settlers prepared for the winter months.
Regular Admission
Stories and Song with Denise Pelley
Join musical artist Denise Pelley and accompanist Stephen Holowitz in a lecture and listen series about Famous Black Canadians. Our fourth edition focuses on Carrie Best, Human Rights Activist, Author and Journalist and Oscar Peterson, Jazz Pianist, Composer and Educator.
Ticketed Performance
Doors Open
Fanshawe Pioneer Village excited to be taking part in Doors Open London! A day where museums, heritage sites, and businesses open their doors for FREE for visitors!
FREE Admission
Regency Tea & Trivia
A chance to sit back, sip tea & test your trivia knowledge!
Tickets on sale now!
Irish Heritage Day
Discover Irish culture as you explore the Village with the Irish Benevolent Society!
Regular Admission
Emancipation Day Celebration
Join us this year for our Emancipation Day Celebration!
FREE Admission
Feathers and Fringe
Join us on Wednesday July 23 at 2:00 p.m. for a visit with Feathers and Fringe Dance Group.
Regular Admission
Anne of Green Gables(TM) Day
Spend a day and experience the beloved world of Anne of Green GablesTM, as brought to life by Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Regular Admission
Canada Day
Join us for Canada Day and spend the day with a look into Canada’s past.
½ Price Admission
London Fog
The Village is excited to welcome back AlvegoRoot Summer Theatre again this season! This year’s presentation, London Fog lights a flame in the dark alleys of the Forest City.
Ticketed Performances
Day on the Farm
This Father's Day, spend your day at the Village! Learn about life on the farm!
BBQ lunch will be available for purchase!
Regular Admission
Stories and Song with Denise Pelley
Join musical artist Denise Pelley and accompanist Stephen Holowitz in a lecture and listen series about Famous Black Canadians. Our third edition focuses on Eleanor Collins, Canada's First Lady of Jazz and The Honourable Lincoln Alexander, Former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario.
Ticketed Performance
Kids 1st Day
Join us, and over 50 sites around London for Kids 1st Day! Children can visit the Village for Free!