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Are you ready for a summer filled with unforgettable memories? As we embark on the beginning of a warm, adventurous, and memorable season, it’s time to gather with friends and family and start crafting your perfect summer itinerary. As our previous summer festivities have been limited, this summer our local organizations are beyond excited and ready to bring on the fun in the sun, with a variety of new and returning events to experience. When in Middlesex County, there is plenty of opportunity to immerse yourself in different activities and experiences. Yet, with the endless possibilities of what we can do, and only having 24 hours in a day, we thought we would save you the planning, and cultivate the perfect Middlesex County bucket list. Whether you are treating yourself to a day out, or wanting to create lifelong memories with your loved ones, we have made sure our summer bucket list has something for everyone to enjoy!

#TourismWeekCanada2022 continues with a chance to win an awesome giveaway!

Middlesex County’s Department of Economic Development Receives International Acclaim for Its Promotion of Local Businesses and Tourism Assets – Taking Home Coveted Hermes Marketing Awards in all Four Categories of Entry

There is nothing more welcoming than a hand-crafted, beautifully watered and flourishing garden. Filled with brightly coloured petals, elaborately sprouted leaves, and delicate floral scents, those that simply plant and bring to life a vibrant array of flora possess a true talent with their green thumb. The long awaited sunshine has finally arrived after a grueling and fierce winter, and we cannot wait to get outdoors and freshen up the landscaping around our homes.   Living in Middlesex County, there’s always a sense of rural charm no matter where you are located, but if you’re just beginning the creation of your outdoor masterpiece, or unsure whether gardening is for you… here is some encourage-mint on why it is something to consider!

Middlesex County, in its role as the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), is offering sponsorship as a means to foster partnerships between our local tourism stakeholders. The intention of “Visit Middlesex sponsorship” is to help stakeholders create new experiences that elevate community presence, attract new visitors, and support the local economy.

Middlesex County’s Department of Economic Development and Tourism is pleased to announce that it received a prestigious award from the Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) for its marketing efforts in 2021.

Are you interested in promoting your business throughout the County through purchasing a highway sign? The Middlesex County Tourism Signage program aims to provide clear, identifiable and tourism-based directional signage elements for visitors and residents!

Lush recreational trails, adventure-filled experiences, savoury local flavours and unique accommodations are waiting to reignite your senses and fill you with wonder in your own backyard. That’s the message of the new commercial being released by Middlesex County’s Department of Economic Development this week. “Middlesex County has an abundance of unique destinations for our residents and visitors to discover; and we invite them to consider the possibilities to safely explore what is just outside their doors," said Cara Finn, Director of Economic Development and Tourism.

Learn more about this sweet summer staple!

Find your way around the County with our updated Grassroutes Tourism Map!