St. Thomas is a vibrant rural Ontario town that boasts a unique blend of history, art, and delicious treats, offering something for every traveler. Unwind amidst breathtaking views at the Elevated Park, snap a photo with the iconic Jumbo the Elephant monument, or treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind shopping experience at Purely Wicked.  This is just a taste of the exciting adventures that await you in St. Thomas.  So, pack your bags and get ready to discover 10 must-see places that will make your St. Thomas escape unforgettable!  With a mix of quirky shops, historical sites, and artistic cafes, St. Thomas promises a weekend itinerary that's anything but ordinary.

Enjoy our handy guide to exploring the holiday season in St. Thomas for 2023! Find everything from Christmas markets to local bazaars, parades, parties, music, theatre and so much more! ​

Embrace the magic of autumn in St. Thomas as we indulge in some beloved traditions! 🍂🍎 From apple picking in picturesque orchards to getting creative with pumpkin carving, we're ready to soak up the vibrant colors and festive atmosphere. Join us as we sip warm drinks and immerse ourselves in the joy of fall festivals. Let's make unforgettable memories and revel in the enchantment of this season together! ✨🎃🍁

St. Thomas is a city full of history. Today, we're excited to highlight some of our local businesses that have been in operation for over 50 years! These businesses have deep roots within our community, and we couldn’t be more proud. Below we have compiled a list of businesses from oldest to youngest, all of which are over 50 years of age!

​Despite heading into Fall, city-wide events are still in full swing! Over the next month we encourage you to go out and support local businesses and organizations with their exciting initiatives and projects.  Listed below are some great ideas to get out with your family,  friends, enjoy a date night, or even explore these events solo!
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​​Completed at the St. Thomas Public Library, the mural 'All Are My Relatives' by indigenous artist Nancy Deleary highlights the importance of storytelling, and will captivate the next generation of children who gather to read books and listen to speakers in the outdoor reading garden.

​This mural connects with the specific setting at the Library, as well as the surrounding neighbourhood. The upper portion of the artwork, visible from the street, features a fire, row of corn, and an extraordinary night sky, a spectacular setting for the central characters including a storyteller and those gathered to listen by the fire. 

Many of us love to travel far and wide, exploring new places and thrilling at new experiences. There is value in that type of exploration and learning about different people & places. The flip side is when we spend our energy on this form of travel, we can be too drained or without the time to explore places closer to home.

Best of all, exploring close to home reaps many many rewards! 

1. You gain a greater connection to and understanding of local history & culture.
   
2. It encourages you to support local businesses.
3. You see places in a new light and discover areas for what feels like the first time.

​Just because we can’t travel or get out and explore right now, doesn’t mean we can’t treat ourselves to an isolation-staycation! Check out our Local History Love guide below and follow our blog series as we highlight activities and things you can do from your living room that help support our local businesses, musicians, artists, museums and more.

​Given our efforts to contain the Covid-19 virus, many people have been awarded time off during the spring of 2020. Therefore, to “take a sad song and make it better”, here are a few local family friendly activities that everyone and anyone is welcome to partake in during this uncanny time.