Rediscover Historic Downtown Thorold in October

October 1, 2025

BIA Business Anniversaries

Wishing you much & continued success

Happy 130 years! Thorold Public Library - opened October 1, 1895

Happy Five Years! The Old Fashioned Barbershop - opened October 18, 2020

Happy Two Years! Aura Aesthetics & Wellness - opened October 20, 2023

Merchants Holding Events in Downtown Thorold

HENDERSON'S PHARMACY

Henderson’s Pharmacy will have our seniors days with 20% off every Wednesday and the last Thursday of the month.

Prepare for the flu! We are expecting our flu shots to be available In October. Call the store for exact date of availability.

Halloween chocolate and candy are here now. Shop early for best selection!

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THE OLD FASHIONED BARBERSHOP

Celebrating 5 years of business! Come stop by our anniversary celebration Saturday, October 18th 2-5pm. Refreshments and baked goods supplied by JC Patissier.

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THE POST OFFICE BY SHANNON PASSERO

Oct 2nd 4pm-8pm– Mini Personal Colour Analysis with Colour Your Image

Discover your best colours in a one-on-one session with Suzy & Ella, a mother-daughter colour expert duo. Get a personalized swatch card, digital tools, a style pack, and a special gift ($148 value). Explore your seasonal palette and shop your perfect shades with expert guidance! Sign up to reserve your spot!

Oct 4th – Pumpkin Spice Day!

Create a cozy fall piece with Maddy from Knot Really Art using our Stain by Number Pumpkin Kit—no experience needed, all supplies included for $29.99. Limited spots – Click here to sign up! Plus enjoy Rachel from Social Tea's Pumpkin Spice Lattes and browse Federica's New Fall collection from Barnhouse Jewellery.

Oct 21st – Kut From the Kloth Event

Join us for a Fall 2025 Trunk Show featuring the latest styles and perfect-fit denim, with expert tips from KUT reps. We’re also thrilled to welcome special guest Amy from Amy Shaw Designs, who will have a delightful gift with purchase for you. Stay tuned to our socials for more details!

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SMILEE DENTAL

For more information, call 905-227-0303 or visit their website:

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Upcoming BIA Events in Downtown Thorold

SPOOKTACULAR SATURDAY

CAINE COSTUME CONTEST & PUPPY PARADE

Come dress up your dog and parade through Downtown Thorold! YOU can dress up too! There will be treats & prizes! Fabulous prizes await the best-dressed pups and duos. Don't miss out on this fun-filled morning of wagging tails and festive spirits.

The details:

Saturday, October 25th, 10:00am
Check-in 9:45am at Jaycee Centennial Park (on Albert Street West, between the old Firehouse and Thorold Veterinary Hospital)
Parade starts at 10:00am. We depart as a group and follow a predetermined route around downtown.
Parade ends at Pet Valu for doggie treat bags and prizes for best costumes.

Registration is required in order for us to best plan for the event. First 50 registrants will get doggie loot bags!

Thank you to Pet Valu for providing the loot bags and prizes!

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CHILDREN'S TRICK OR TREAT THE STREET

Come dress up and trick or treat throughout Downtown Thorold.

Grab a map at the library check-in and visit marked businesses for some spooktacular treats.

The details:

Saturday, October 25th, 11:30am
Check-in 11:15am at the Thorold Public Library
Trick or Treating starts at 11:30am; grab a map at check-in and visit marked businesses for some spooktacular treats.
Meet us at 12:30pm at the Hydro One Parkette (Front St N) for a costume parade to the Moose and Goose, where we will have a dance party and costume contest prizes.

Registration is required in order for us to best plan for the event.

Learn more / register