The Elora Gorge makes Fergus, ON a sweet place to visit any time of year but come October, when you toss in some early fall colour, the town’s many charms really start to shine.

Combine that natural magic with some theatrical magic and you’ve got a very nice way to spend a fall day.

This October consider a family road trip to Fergus for an afternoon of fun at the Magic Festival family matinee show held in the town’s charming theatre, The Fergus Grand.

It’s a sweet little room with no bad seats or sight lines.

I’m not a part of this year’s edition but the talent lineup is always good and it’s curated by a pro, Fergus native Ryan Joyce.

Worthy of your consideration. Individual tickets and family ticket packages are available.