Events in Stratford for January 2026

There is always plenty of things for visitors to do an see in Stratford in every season of the year.
Here’s a curated list of things that you can enjoy as you are planning your trip to our enchanted city.

1. Lights on Stratford

   Our multi award-winning annual Winter Festival that transforms Stratford’s heritage downtown and park system with luminour art and interactive light installations.
   Henry House is an official sponsor of Lights On and is located right in the middle of the action.

   Date: December 12, 2025 - January 18, 2026
   Website: Lights On
   Walking Time from Henry House: various locations 1-10 min away
   

2. A Toast to the New Year - Stratford Symphony

   Conductor: William Rowson Guest Artists: James Westman and Laura Neilsen

   Date: Saturday, Jan 18
   Website: SSO Tickets
   Venue: Avondale United Church
   

3. Under Celtic Skies: Steel City Rovers - Stratford Symphony

   Conductor: William Rowson Guest Artists: James Westman and Laura Neilsen

   Date: January 24
   Website: SSO Tickets
   Venue: Avondale United Church
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4. Winter Paws Holiday Market

   For our 3rd Annual Holiday Market, a beautiful greenhouse will be transformed the space into the ultimate winter wonderland for pets
   Date: Friday, Jan 3, Jan 10
   Website: Destination Stratford
   Venue: Klomps Home & Garden
   

5. Winterfest

   Family Fun all day.

   Date: Saturday, Jan 24
   Website: Winterfest
   Venue: Park near Festival Theatre
   Walking Time from Henry House: 12 min
   

6. Live Music at The Starlight

   Listen to local talent of all genres, sing your heart out at our monthly karaoke night - there is always something happening here at The Starlight

   Date: Live Music every Saturday and Sunday Night and more
   Website: The Starlight
   Walking Time from Henry House: 8 min
   

7. Live Music and Comedy at The Bunker

   The Bunker is Stratford's newest downtown cocktail lounge, serving up craft beer, signature cocktails and live music.

   Date: Live Music every Saturday Night and more
   Website: The Bunker
   Walking Time from Henry House: 10 min
   
   Next Steps? Book a Stay with Henry House.

   We hope you found this information helpful in planning you next stay in our enchanting city of Stratford, Ontario.
   If you want to be located within a 6 min stroll of most of the attractions, please consider staying with us at the Henry House.