Saturday to Monday – The Blue Mountains Apple Harvest Festival, Blue Mountain Village. There’s no better way to enjoy Thanksgiving weekend and the fall colours than at the Blue Mountain Village! Free family activities, live music, Apple Pie Trail, John Deere Kids’ Zone, scavenger hunts, apple fun, hiking, biking and fall driving tours. Info: www.bluemountainvillage.ca or call 877-445-0231

Saturday – Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts proudly presents the 4th Annual Storytelling Festival: Every Picture Tells a Story Photo Competition and Show, Simcoe Street Theatre. Judge’s Critique followed by Reception and Awards. The photography exhibit featuring adult and student categories runs October 2 to November 3. Info: www.bmfa.on.ca or call 705-445-3430

Saturday – Piano Man – Tribute to Billy Joel, The Historic Gayety Theatre. A celebration of the legendary Billy Joel’s soulful, timeless music. Info: www.gayetytheatre.com or call 888-353-3203

During your stay, get the latest on new homes and chalets in Collingwood and the Town of the Blue Mountains by visiting MacPherson Builders’ 6,000 square foot sales centre at 5 Cranberry Trail East (corner of Hwy. #26 and Cranberry Trail East) in Collingwood. Hours are Wed-Sun noon to 5 p.m. Or call 705-293-2201 to learn more.