The Northumberland Witch Walk

The Northumberland Witch Walk

Join us in downtown Colborne for the inaugural Northumberland Witch Walk, a free community gathering honouring women throughout history whose voices, stories and power were silenced, persecuted or erased.

Beginning in beautiful Victoria Square Park, the afternoon will feature live music and performances by women artists, a marketplace, readers, food and a Witch’s Brew Tent before the main event begins at 6:00 pm.

Through theatrical storytelling, music and historical interpretation, women performers will bring to life the stories of remarkable women who challenged the expectations and power structures of their time. The presentation will also explore the history of the witch trials and the ways accusations of witchcraft have been used to control, punish and silence women.

Following the theatrical presentation, hundreds of participants will take to the streets of downtown Colborne for the Northumberland Witch Walk, accompanied by music, singing and drumming, before returning to Victoria Square Park for a closing gathering.

Although taking place in October, this is not a haunted attraction or traditional Halloween event. It is an evening of history, remembrance, storytelling, connection and community, with a little witchy spirit woven in.

Saturday, October 24, 2026
3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Victoria Square Park, Colborne, Ontario
Theatrical Presentation & Witch Walk: 6:00 pm

The event is free to attend, but advance registration is requested. The first 300 registered participants to check in at the event will receive a complimentary Northumberland Witch Walk hat, while supplies last.

Men are welcome to attend and participate in the walk as respectful allies. The event centres women’s stories and women’s voices.

Register:
https://MysticAvenueYogaandWellnessStudio.as.me/WitchWalk

Presented by Mystic Avenue with the support of our community sponsors, performers and volunteers.