Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival

The Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival happens every autumn from mid-September to mid-October.

Meaford is invaded by scarecrows hanging from lamp posts, posing in windows, and gathering in the downtown and other areas. On the Friday night of the weekend before Thanksgiving (October 4, 2024), the festival begins with a parade with the crowd following the parade to the family festival at the harbour with free children’s activities and entertainment.

The Meaford Scarecrow Invasion & Family Festival is a completely volunteer driven community event, whose purpose is to foster community spirit, by involving and including all residents, businesses and organizations in planning and implementing the event.