Hanover is a small town in the middle of farm country, located between Walkerton and Durham.
What can I do in Hanover?
Hanover celebrates its rural heritage with the Eat Well Farmers’ Market running on Saturday mornings in Heritage Square from June to October and the annual Taste of Grey food festival.
Hanover offers a vibrant downtown with attractions, dining and great shopping. You can enjoy live harness racing each Saturday night at the Hanover Raceway and Gateway Casinos. The Hanover Civic Theatre offers live entertainment from world-class tributes and original artists.
You can enjoy a tour and beer tasting at MacLean’s Ales Brewery, a state-of-the-art facility that hosts numerous events like Hopfest and the Boots & Brews country music festival.
Annual celebrations include the Sights & Sounds Music Festival and Dream of Glory Final race at Hanover Raceway. Flying lessons at the Saugeen Municipal Airport.
The town offers exceptional recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities including self-guided walking tours, community trails, and a public library. The Launch Pad Youth Activity & Technology Centre is a regional skills development centre for youth ages 12-18.
To learn more about other nearby towns, visit our Explore Kincardine, Explore Port Elgin, and Explore Walkerton pages.
Top photo (Hanover Raceway) credit: Scott Dietrich