Doors Open returns to Stratford April 18 & 19!
After a few years off, Stratford is returning for the 25th season of Doors Open Ontario with our weekend celebration of heritage sites. We’re kicking off Doors Open season with the first Doors Open weekend of 2026!
Doors Open Ontario is a provincewide heritage community and tourism program that gives the public free access to explore fascinating heritage properties all across Ontario. Doors Open showcases the buildings, natural spaces, infrastructure and cultural landscapes that shape and define our communities.
The City of Stratford and Destination Stratford are proud to host Doors Open Stratford 2026.
Don’t miss any of these participating Stratford sites and tours:
- Destination Stratford: Doors Open Stratford Info Centre, 47 Downie St.
- The Blowes Building, 32 Wellington St.
- Gallery Stratford, 54 Romeo St. S
- Jobsite Brewing Co., 45 Cambria St.
- Copperlight @ Knox Church with Doors Open After Dark event, 142 Ontario St.
- Orr Insurance & Investment (Saturday only), 50 Cobourg St.
- Perth County Courthouse (Saturday only), 1 Huron St.
- The Queen’s Cue Stratford Hotel, 161 Ontario St.
- Stratford City Hall, 1 Wellington St.
- Stratford-Perth Archives (Saturday only), 4273 Huron Rd.
- The Stratford Perth Museum, 4275 Huron Rd.
- Stratford Public Library (Saturday only), 19 St. Andrew St.
- Stratford Walking Tours: depart from City Hall at set times, 1 Wellington St.
Plan to Stay for Doors Open After Dark – Stratford-Style
Copperlight Presents: One Night. One Community. One Unforgettable Experience.
A one-night cultural experience bringing together world music, classical and sacred performance, and an optional three-course dining experience in the heart of Stratford. The evening features an opening act followed by a high-energy Gypsy Kings–style ensemble, delivering the rhythm, warmth, and spirit of Spanish-inspired world music.
Guests who choose the dinner experience will enjoy two exclusive performances earlier in the evening: a moving organ & vocal performance including The Lord’s Prayer, and a vocal presentation inspired by the timeless style of Andrea Bocelli.
You Are Here: A Come from Away Story inside Stratford City Hall
Canadian documentary focusing on Gander, Newfoundland, which sheltered thousands of airline passengers grounded following the 9/11 attacks when 6,600 people unexpectedly landed in the small town with no place to stay? For the 11,000 people of Gander, this incredible event occurred in the wake of the attacks, when nearly 40 planes are rerouted and grounded there, with no idea for how long. This documentary shows how the community came together to feed, shelter and support all of the stranded airline passengers. The film’s award-winning Canadian director, Moze Mossanen, will be here.
Special Doors Open Offers from Local Businesses April 17-19
Bentley’s Inn $189/nt+tax Book here or 519-271-1121 from 9am-Noon.
Curry Zone Dinner for 2 $60 (1 app to share, 2 curries with rice, 1 naan bread, 2pc Gulab jamun dessert). Drinks: 2 kingfisher beer for $10 or 2 red or white wine for $20. 519-275-3111
Mercer Inn The Heritage & Hospitality Package
In celebration of the 25th season of Doors Open Ontario, discover Stratford’s historic buildings and cultural landmarks — then relax steps away at Mercer. By day: explore the spaces that define Stratford. By night: unwind at Mercer
Includes: 2-night stay, $50 dining credit, 4 drink tickets, breakfast both mornings & overnight parking $450+tax ($150 savings) Call 519-271-1888 to book.
The Parlour Inn $199-$249+tax Book here or 519-271-2772.
Perth County Inn 20% off regular rates. Book here with promo code: StratfordMusic
Pilates Colours 25% off single private, duo or trio. 647-688-5031
There’s so much to do during Doors Open Weekend in Stratford! Check out our event list below & plan your visit. For dining & accommodations, click here.
April 2026
VIP Justin Bieber Exhibit Backstage Pass
Stratford Farmers Market
Puck’s Plenty Foraging: Wild Leeks
2-hour Wheel Workshop (St. Marys)
Guided Distillery Tastings
VIP Justin Bieber Exhibit Backstage Pass
2-hour Wheel Workshop (St. Marys)
Community Poetry Open Mic Event
Here for Now Theatre: The Surrogate
2-hour Wheel Workshop (St. Marys)
Copperlight Presents: One Night. One Community. One Unforgettable Experience.
