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Guest post by Kurtis Forster
​Tucked away in southwestern Ontario is the beautiful and small city of St. Thomas. Once a bustling hub with over 26 railways passing through it, the town continues to offer an abundant of recreational and economic opportunities.
 
Home to over 41 000 people, it’s a stunning place to visit and live. Its rich history and small town vibe play major roles in the city’s current industries and culture. On top of that, here are 5 more reasons why you should visit St. Thomas, Ontario (and see why it’s a great place to live).
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As December rolls in, the Holiday Season is in full swing! Between shopping and gatherings we often throw our routines out the window and forget to take care of our own needs.  To help you out this season, we put together a locals guide to Holiday Self-Care to ensure that whether you are visiting the Railway City this season or call it home, you will find something to bring some balance to the festivities over the coming weeks.
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As the leaves begin to fall and the hot summer weather starts to cool off, along with it comes beautiful colour change that Autumn brings. The  golds and rusted reds create a tone of warmth that has many of us looking forward to sweater weather and . To many, this is the most beautiful season of all. Railway City is the perfect place to enjoy Autumn and we welcome this seasonal transition with open arms. Where is your favourite spot to witness the season change locally? We are looking forward to seeing images from the Elevated Park! Use #explorerailwaycity and #stthomasproud to share your photos with us!
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Every year, millions of Canadians engage in thousands of free activities and performances hosted by artists, cultural organizations and municipalities in communities across Canada. From Nunavut to New Brunswick, and from British Columbia to Baffin Island – and all points in between – we share all the inspiration, artistry, creativity and expression that reflects the mosaic of Canadian culture.

Culture Days celebrations return this year from Friday, September 28th to Sunday, September 30th, and there are tons of free, participatory arts activities happening in St. Thomas for you to participate in!

Check out our condensed guide below to help you find the best activities (or for more events that may be added after this post!) for you this 2018 Culture Days weekend, or click here to find the detailed Culture Days St. Thomas info.
It is not down in any map; true places never are. 
- Herman Melville

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Reporting from the L&PS Station - home of Railway City Tourism. Join us as we explore a city where nature, culture, and rail heritage come together.​