TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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Bala Cranberry Festival | Weekend after Thanksgiving
Since 1984, Bala has hosted its annual Cranberry Festival in October and is an event that can’t be missed.
Each year various vendors sell local produce, baked goods, art and other products. There are also musicians performing live! This event is very popular amongst locals and tourists alike.
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With Memories of Lucy Maud Montgomery
This family-owned museum honours the author of Anne of Green Gables, Lucy Maud Montgomery.
The museum is in a restored 1920’s tourist home where Lucy spent two weeks in 1922. She based the novel The Blue Castle on the area.
The museum includes popular displays such as the world’s largest Green Gables Dollhouse, L M Montgomery’s Silver Tea Set and Anne’s puffed sleeved dress.
One of the most outstanding is a world-class display of Montgomery’s 1st edition books.
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The Bala Historic Walk is a self-guided walk of historic Bala. The Town of Bala consists of three islands interconnected by bridges over beautiful waterfalls.
This walk has a spectacular view of the Moon River and the falls.
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This local Marsh and Winery has been open since 1950. With maple syrup in the spring, blueberries in the summer, cranberry harvest in the fall and an ice trail in the winter, there is plenty to enjoy all year. They also offer quality craft wine that reflects the local fruit in the region.
Check out their wine-tasting, scenic patio, and wooded trails, available 365 days a year!
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Are you looking for a delicious treat? Make sure to visit Don’s Bakery next time you are in Bala. The family-owned and operated bakery has been open since 1947 and makes homemade baked goods from scratch.
They offer delicious loaves of bread, buns, cookies, cupcakes, muffins, cakes, pies, tarts, donuts and other pastries. With plenty of options, there is bound to be something that you will enjoy!
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This charming concert venue is a big attraction for locals and visitors alike. They have a great selection of small Canadian bands that come to play. It’s a great place to enjoy live music with friends and have fun!
Make sure to check out their website to see who is playing.
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