Across Middlesex County, local businesses are getting ready for the season with festive finds, thoughtful gifts, holiday traditions and plenty of reasons to get out and explore. Here's your guide to finding the magic locally this holiday season.

The holidays have a way of bringing people together around the table. From stocking up on local ingredients and baked goods to finding a festive drink or sweet treat, Middlesex County has plenty of ways to add local flavour to the season. Explore local farms, markets and producers for something delicious to share, gift or enjoy along the way.

Make a day of it and visit one of Middlesex County's local tree farms and garden centres. From fresh-cut evergreens to festive greenhouses and holiday markets, there are plenty of ways to bring a little Christmas home.