Downtown Paris, Ontario

08/28/2026

And we love that you love Paris!

We're showing the love in many ways throughout Riverfest and - don't forget - any shopping purchases tonight or on Saturday August 29th can be dropped off at the County of Brant Tourism table for a BIA Bucks Grand Prize draw!

Shop, sip, dine, dance and enjoy the beauty and community of Downtown Paris, Ontario.

Thanks for letting us share this pic and for sharing your day out in Paris, Ontario.

08/28/2026

Promenade Riverfest is here! Celebrate the end of summer with us this weekend in Downtown Paris, Ontario 🎉

📆 Friday, August 28, 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
📆 Saturday, August 29, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Promenade Riverfest will include:

✔ Live music (including the return of the 2nd Annual Downtown Paris Block Party on Friday evening with beer garden by Paris Beer Co.)
✔ Inflatables, LED installations, games and more!
✔ Shopping and artisans
✔ Great food and patios
✔ Heritage, culture and tourism experiences
✔ Family activities, games and interactive fun
✔ Community organizations, including the County of Brant Public Library, Sensity and more
✔ Giveaways and community engagement activities

See you at the Promenade!

Thank you to our Gold Sponsors: McDonald’s of Brantford and Paris, Enersure, Navacon Construction, GrandBridge Energy Inc.

08/26/2026

There's so much going on in downtown Paris this week!

Visit downtown Paris to dine, shop and explore, and then check out all the exciting things happening:

🌻 Thursday the 27th you can catch live music at 2 Rivers Smokehouse and Urban Cowboy Line Dancing on the Downtown Paris Promenade!

🌻 Friday the 28th, you're spoiled for choice with live music at several restaurants including Paris Pub, open mic night at Dog-Eared Café and entertainment and activities on the Downtown Paris Promenade for the Riverfest Block Party with beer Garden by Paris Beer Co.

🌻 Saturday the 29th, in the daytime you can check out more Riverfest fun on the promenade including a Scavenger Hunt starting at The Rustic Palm and, in the evening, several venues have live music available too!

🌻 Sunday the 30th is, of course, Sidewalk Sundays, make sure you keep your eyes peeled for our post this week where businesses can comment what they're offering!

❌ Please note: there is no yoga tonight, Wednesday the 26th!

Delightful downtown businesses, comment below what you've got going on this week, make sure you include your location, time and any other info we need to know.

08/25/2026

Right as Rain Health Collective offers so many soothing and strengthening services: massages, reflexology, Pilates classed and more - all in downtown Paris; make sure you're following them for class schedules, appointment availability and to stay up to date with everything they offer in Downtown Paris, Ontario!

08/25/2026

A tea-rrific idea from Heather's Got Tea who have an amazing selection of signature blends, and the option to make you your very own - including customised labels, perfect for gifting, swag bags and making your event even more special.

This summer we were asked to create a sweet gift for bridesmaids for an upcoming wedding.

So We decided to do 5 custom "bridesmaids blends" each with their own characteristics! Sass/Class/love/Spice and of course Honour!

We were so excited to collaborate with one our beloved customers and create such a sweet gift!

Congratulations to the bride and groom!

If you have an event or want a custom gift of tea! Contact us at Heather's Got Tea!

08/24/2026

Hooray for Fall and for John M. Hall - The House of Quality Linens; make sure you visit for autumnal decor, cozy seasonal items and an all seasons commitment to quality and community.

08/23/2026

Happy Birthday F L A W L E S S Salon & Medical Spa Paris, On make sure you're following for all kinds of body, hair and beauty services, and check out this celebratory giveaway!

08/22/2026

Sidewalk Sundays are a rain or shine event because even if it's raining, the sales, specials and deals will be waiting for you inside our small town shops and unique boutiques!

Back-to-school specials, Summer fashion clear outs, charming clearance racks and much more, pop down to downtown Paris for a snack, something to sip and to shop small and local.

Downtown Businesses: comment below if you want to share what sales you have on offer!

08/21/2026

Get ready for Promenade Riverfest — a vibrant end-of-summer celebration packed with live music, local flavour, family fun and all the things we love about Downtown Paris, Ontario 💛

📆 Friday, August 28, 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
📆 Saturday, August 29, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Promenade Riverfest will include:
✔ Live music (including the return of the 2nd Annual Downtown Paris Block Party on Friday evening)
✔ Shopping and artisans
✔ Great food and patios
✔ Heritage, culture and tourism experiences
✔ Family activities, games and interactive fun
✔ Community organizations, including the County of Brant Library, Sensity and more
✔ Giveaways and community engagement activities

Stay tuned for more details, and visit brant.ca/promenade to learn more.

We can't wait to celebrate the end of summer with you in downtown Paris!