Events
March Break: Family Drop-In Days
Join us during March Break to visit the new Exhibit “A Model Village” and discover mystery artifacts and try hands-on activities in the Community Gallery!
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
Opening Day
The 66th Regular Season runs from May 17 to October 13, 2025.
Come explore the Heritage Village, see inside the buildings, and watch history brought to life during opening weekend!
Regular Admission
The Christmas Truce
Experience the unique story of the Christmas Truce, and life during World War I. In partnership with the History Matters Association
Christmas at the Village
CANCELLED: Due to Extreme Snow in Heritage Village
Join us for Christmas at the Village and learn all about how people in the 19th century enjoyed the holiday season! St. Nick may even be there!
Pancake Breakfast
CANCELLED: Due to Extreme Snow in Heritage Village
Join us for a pancake breakfast at the Spriet Family Visitor Centre before entry into the Christmas in the Village event!
Holiday Market
‘Tis the season for holiday cheer! Spend your day at a festive Holiday Market inside Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
The Abandoned Village
ByronScaryHouse has transformed the Village into a place of nightmares once again!
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.
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 second edition focuses on Portia White, opera singer, and Fergie Jenkins, baseball player.
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!
A Day on the Farm
Learn about life on the Farm! Watch antique farm equipment work our fields! Don't have acres of farmland? Discover how to grow and preserve your own produce at home!
Irish Heritage Day
Discover Irish culture as you explore the Village with the Irish Benevolent Society!
Emancipation Day Celebration
Join us this year for our Emancipation Day Celebration!
FREE admission.
A Shuttle bus will be running between 10:00am-3:30pm from W.E.A.N. Community Centre Downtown and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Eagle Flight Singers
Join us on Wednesday July 24 at 1:30 for a visit with Eagle Flight Singers!
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.
AlvegoRoot Theatre: County Fair
Join us for Summer Theatre with AlvegoRoot as they take you on a journey to the County Fair! Play by Kydra Ryan and Directed by Adam Corrigan Holowitz
Canada Day
Join us for Canada Day and spend the day with a look into Canada’s past. This event is free admission.
Stories and Song with Denise Pelley
Join musical artist Denise Pelley in a lecture and listen series about Famous Black Canadians. Our first edition focuses on Viola Desmond, Civil and Women's Rights Activist, and George Elliott Clarke, Poet.
Father’s Day and BBQ
This Father's Day, spend your day at the Village!
BBQ lunch will be available for purchase!
Kids 1st Day
Join us, and over 50 sites around London for Kids 1st Day! Families with children can visit the Village for Free!
Astronomy Night with Cronyn Observatory
Join us as we partner with Hume Cronyn Memorial Observatory for an evening of discovery as we learn about the night sky and enjoy star gazing with antique and modern telescopes. Enjoy presentations on local astronomical history and talk with real astronomers for this evening event!
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Paint Workshop with Stephen Maracle
Find your love of painting at this afternoon workshop!
The Lawyer of La Salette
Summer Theatre at Fanshawe Pioneer Village: The Lawyer of La Salette
Local folklore weaves through this fantastical play of the inspiring power of collective memory.
Fanshawe 1812: A Day in a Regency Era Village
On July 23, learn about the effects of the War of 1812 on a Regency era village and daily life. Take part in a Regency dance from 2:00pm-4:00pm!
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Métis Nation of Ontario’s Workshops
Presented by the Métis Nation of Ontario’s Summer Youth Program
Join us in the Trillium Community Gallery at Fanshawe Pioneer Village to connect with the Métis Youth Programmers virtually for these family friendly workshops.
Two Workshops are available. Pre-Registration is Required. FREE
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Family Day Drop-In
Join us for some fun with our Family Day Drop-In
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What We Wore... The 1890's
A seminar looking into the early fashion industry of London Ontario during the 1890’s.
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Homeschool Days
Homeschool days are aimed at families and learners of all ages. Visit the Village to explore the houses, discover artifact stations, and ask questions along the way.
Homeschool Days
Homeschool days are aimed at families and learners of all ages. Visit the Village to explore the houses, discover artifact stations, and ask questions along the way.