Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Village!

Boost your Thanksgiving visit to the Village with a delicious, buffet-style meal.

This Luncheon will be served in our modern Community Gallery inside the Spriet Family Visitor Centre at Fanshawe Pioneer Village.

Tickets to this event include admission to the Heritage Village, which is open from 10:00am - 4:00pm for our Thanksgiving Day Event.

Date: Monday, October 12, 2026

Seating Times:
12:00 p.m. Meal (Doors open at 11:30 a.m.)
4:00 p.m. Meal (Doors open at 3:30 p.m.)

Ticket Prices:
$49.95 for Adult
$23.95 for Child (ages 4-12)
Children 3 and under are free.

Note: Above ticket prices include tax. Additional Eventbrite fees apply.

To Purchase Tickets:

Ticket Sales close on October 7, 2026 or until sold out.

Meal Catered by Barnes Family Restaurant.

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Event FAQs

• What does the Buffet Meal Include?

  Buffet includes:
  Roasted Turkey
  Turkey Gravy
  Bread & Butter
  Stuffing
  Roasted Potatoes
  Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
  Vegetable Medley (Peas, Corn & Beans)
  Cranberry Sauce
  Selection of pies, squares and cookies

  Vegan Meal Option includes:
  Roasted Tofurkey
  Vegan Gravy
  Selection of Bread with Dairy Free Butter
  Roasted Potatoes
  Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
  Vegetable Medley of peas, corn and beans
  Cranberry Sauce
  Vegan dessert

• Is the Village Accessible?

  The Spriet Centre and Gallery are wheelchair accessible. There is accessible parking directly in front of the Centre, with no stairs indoors or outdoors. Washrooms are located inside the Centre and are fully accessible.

• I would like to sit with another group that has purchased tickets. How can I arrange that? 

  If you are meeting someone at the event and would like to sit together, please contact us ahead of time at: rentals@fanshawepioneervillage.ca
  519-457-1296 x 813

• Can you accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies?

  Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate specific dietary restrictions or guarantee the absence of allergens.

  Please email rentals@fanshawepioneervillage.ca if you have any questions.

• Are the Heritage Village buildings open for this event?

  Yes! Thanksgiving Day is the last day of 67th Season for Daily Visits. The Heritage Village will be open 10:00am to 4:00pm and tickets to the Luncheon include admission to the Village.

  If you are attending the 12:00pm meal you are welcome to visit before or after you eat.
  If you are attending the 4:00pm meal please make sure to visit the Village before you eat.

  When entering the Heritage Village please let the Visitor Entrance attendant know the name on your ticket.

• Where can I find directions and parking information?

  Head to the Planning Your Visit section of our website.

  This will have details on parking, as well as directions to the Village.

  Make sure you enter through Fanshawe Conservation Area at 1424 Clarke Road and let the Conservation Area Gate House know you are attending the Pioneer Villages Luncheon.

• Do I need to purchase a ticket for a child under 3?

  When purchasing your tickets online there will be an option for “Child under 3”. Please select this, as it will let us know how many people to expect and spacing for your table.

  Note: We do NOT have high chairs or booster seats available.