Markham is bursting with excitement this weekend! As autumn settles in, the city comes alive with vibrant colors, crisp air, and festive energy that makes every outing a little more special. Whether you’re looking to spend quality time with family, explore cultural festivals, enjoy live music, or simply try something new, there’s no shortage of things to do. From the long-loved AppleFest at Markham Museum to vibrant Mid-Autumn celebrations, charity runs, and outdoor concerts, the city is offering something for every age and interest.
Here’s your guide to the top events happening September 27–28, 2025, so you can plan ahead and make the most of your autumn weekend in Markham.
🍎 40th AppleFest presented by Don Valley North Toyota
📅 Saturday, Sept 27 | 🕙 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 Markham Museum (9350 Markham Road)
Markham’s beloved AppleFest returns for its 40th year! Celebrate the harvest season with fresh apple cider pressing, historical demonstrations (like apple schnitzing and cider-making), artisan vendors, a mini-train, live entertainment, rides, inflatable fun, and food trucks.
🎟️ Tickets: $14 (adults 19–59), $12 (seniors 60+), $11 (youth 4–18), free for children under 3. All prices include HST.
🔗 More info & tickets
🏃 Run for Markham
📅 Sunday, Sept 28 | 🕘 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
📍 Wismer Park (980 Bur Oak Ave)
Join the community for this charity run/walk in support of Markham Stouffville Hospital. Organized by Mercy for Mankind, participants can choose between a 1 km family run, 3 km, or 5 km routes. All proceeds go towards hospital priorities.
💲 Free (donations encouraged).
🔗 Register here
🌕 Fête Chinoise: A Mid-Autumn Night’s Dream 2025
📅 Saturday, Sept 27 | 🕟 4:30 PM–10:30 PM
📍 Pride of Canada Carousel (8080 Birchmount Road, Unionville)
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with an enchanting evening of live performances (including the Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra), carnival rides, a lantern-and-moon-themed craft market, interactive games, art exhibits, and delicious festive foods.
🎟️ One ticket required per adult; children 12 and under enter free. Advance purchase recommended.
🔗 Event details
🦸 Everyday Superheroes – Exhibition
📅 Saturday, Sept 27 | 🕙 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
📍 Markham Museum (9350 Markham Rd)
This exhibition celebrates local heroes—firefighters, healthcare workers, volunteers, and more. Featuring interactive displays and hands-on activities, it’s a great way to honor those making a difference in our community. Runs alongside AppleFest.
🎟️ Museum admission: $7 adults, $6 seniors/students, $5 children (2–12), free for kids under 2 and members.
🔗 Learn more
🥮 Pacific Mall Mid-Autumn Festival 2025
📅 Sunday, Sept 28 | 🕐 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
📍 Pacific Mall (4300 Steeles Ave E)
Enjoy the Cultural Roadshow Opening featuring stage performances, interactive games, mooncake giveaways, and Mid-Autumn celebrations at one of Markham’s most iconic shopping centers.
💲 Free admission.
🔗 More info
🦁 Langham Lion Dance Culture Festival
📅 Saturday & Sunday, Sept 27–28 | 🕑 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
📍 Langham Square (8339 Kennedy Road, Unionville)
Experience vibrant cultural performances including lion dances, drumming, Chinese opera, singing, dancing, and interactive lantern riddles with prizes.
💲 Free admission.
From apple picking and charity runs to cultural festivals and live concerts, Markham is buzzing with activity this weekend. Gather your friends and family and make the most of these exciting events!
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