November 2025 Events, Updates And News From ALMA
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Beer Craft Beer Festival
October 4th @ Riverside ParkSip, snack, and celebrate at Riverside Park as the Because Beer Craft Beer Festival rolls into Guelph! 🌳✨ Explore a huge lineup of local craft breweries and cideries, sample unique flavors, and discover your new favorite pint. 🍺🍏
But it’s not just about the drinks—enjoy tasty eats from food trucks, live music to keep the vibes high, and fun outdoor games with friends. 🎵🌭🎯
It’s the perfect fall weekend outing for beer lovers and anyone who enjoys good food, good tunes, and good company. 🍂💛
Guelph Butter Tart Festival
October 9th @ University of Guelph CentreCalling all sweet tooths! ✨ The Butter Tart Festival is coming to the University of Guelph, and it’s your chance to taste one of Canada’s most iconic treats in every flavor imaginable. From gooey classics to creative twists with chocolate, nuts, or fruit, there’s a tart for everyone. 😋💛
Wander through the vendor booths, sample delicious bites, and maybe even stock up on a box (or two) to take home. 🎁 It’s the ultimate cozy fall food festival—warm, sweet, and perfectly Canadian.🍂
Guelph Gryphons Homecoming!
October 4th @ University of Guelph Kickoff @ 1pmIt’s time to show your Gryphon pride! 💛❤️ Join us for a weekend full of school spirit, fun, and community. From cheering on our teams 🏈⚽ to reconnecting with friends and alumni, Homecoming is all about celebrating what makes U of G feel like home. ✨
This year, the Gryphons take on Queen’s University in the big Homecoming game! 🏈🔥 Come cheer loud, wear your red and gold, and help us bring that unstoppable Gryphon energy to the stands
Upcoming Events
Homecoming Pancake Morning
October 5th @ 11amStart your day the sweetest way with a warm stack of fluffy pancakes fresh off the griddle! 🍯🍓 Whether you love classic syrup, fresh fruit, or a mountain of whipped cream, we’ve got all the toppings to make your breakfast extra special. 🧈💛
Come enjoy good food, cozy vibes, and the perfect chance to catch up with friends before the Homecoming festivities kick off. 🎉☕
Cookie Decorating and Hot Chocolate
October 10th @ 6pmGet ready for the sweetest night of the season! ✨ Join us for a cozy evening of cookie decorating and warm hot chocolate topped with marshmallows and whipped cream. 🎨🍫
We’ll provide all the cookies, icing, sprinkles, and fun toppings you’ll need—just bring your creativity (and your sweet tooth!). 🌈💖
It’s the perfect way to unwind, sip something warm, and create tasty little masterpieces with friends. ❄️👩🍳
Coffee and Doughnuts
October 15th @ 9amStart your day the sweet way! 🌞✨ Join us for a cozy morning filled with fresh hot coffee and delicious donuts. Whether you like glazed, chocolate, or sprinkles on top, we’ll have a treat waiting for you. 💖
It’s the perfect chance to grab a cup, enjoy a donut (or two 😉), and connect with friends and neighbors before the day gets busy. 🥰👋
NFL @ALMA- Tailgate
October 19th @ 12pm on the Patio!Bring the tailgate fun right to ALMA! 🎉🔥 Join us on the patio for an afternoon of BBQ, snacks, and good vibes. We’ll have plenty of delicious food, cold drinks, and fun tailgate-style hangouts—no tickets or stadium needed. 🍗🌭🍹
Throw on your favorite team jersey, soak up the fall weather, and enjoy the community spirit with friends and neighbors. 🍂✨
Pumpkin Decorating
October 30th @ 7pmIt’s time to get crafty with pumpkins! ✨ Join us for a fun and festive Pumpkin Decorating Event, where you can paint, glitter, and create your very own autumn masterpiece—no carving required. 🖌️
We’ll provide the pumpkins and all the supplies you need—paints, stickers, markers, and more. Just bring your creativity (and maybe a spooky idea or two 👻).
