Things to do in Cobourg: Empowered Women’s Summit, haunted landmarks and more local fun

Here is a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town the next 48 hours.

STUFF TO DO

Friday: Join Experience Cobourg for the Cobourg Ghost Walk from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Cobourg, starting at Henley Arcade. Explore the town’s oldest streets and uncover eerie tales, legendary figures and haunted landmarks. Parental guidance is advised, and the rain-or-shine walking tour may be cancelled in extreme weather. For more information and tickets, visit Experience Cobourg | Ghost Walks

Friday: Enjoy the Vintage Film Festival from 3 to 9:35 p.m. at the Cameco Capitol Arts Centre in Port Hope. The 33rd annual festival spans all weekend long, celebrating thirteen memorable films from the 20th century, featuring comedies, dramas, musicals, classic horror and iconic costume designs. Friday’s screenings include Blow-Up (1966) at 3:10 p.m., 101 Dalmatians (1961) at 6:40 p.m. and Dracula (1931) at 8:20 p.m. Single-movie tickets cost $12.50, with free admission for those 25 and under. A weekend festival pass is also available for $99. For more information and tickets, visit Northumberland Tourism.

Saturday: Join the Empowered Women’s Summit from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cobourg Tae Kwon Do. This free community event brings women and teen girls together for a day of education, practical skills and empowerment, featuring guest speakers and workshops on mental health, personal safety, legal rights, victim support and community resources. Participants can also take part in practical self-defence workshops covering striking, personal protection and ground-defence skills. No previous martial arts or self-defence experience is required. For more information and registration, visit www.womenempowermenttraining.com.

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October 17: The Cobourg Cougars face off against the Aurora Tigers at the Aurora Community Centre.

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