Picton Gazette Express: Vol. 2 No. 25

July 03, 2025

The County’s best kept secret? It’s becoming the most popular wedding destination this side of Martha’s Vineyard.

Base31 finally receives approval on its MZO. Work begins now on 120 apartments in the Revitalization District, and Village A.

We spoke with florists, designers, planners, photographers, and hosts last week to produce the Gazette’s inaugural special issue on Weddings in the County. We focus on some spectacular venues, suggest some of the costs, and highlight the allure of the off-season.

Editorial: Wedding Country

As planner Brittiny Blodgett put it, “this has always been a beautiful place to get married, but, you know, people didn’t have to get married here.” 

Chris explores the Wedding Special Issue on a beautiful summer’s day

From Hillier to Port Picton to Belleville — some real gems this weekend

The Weekend Ticket

Art in the County Juried Exhibition and Sale continues at the Armoury.

Comedy Country launches at The CAPE with Montreal comedy duo the Chestnuts on Wednesday July 9.

County Stage’s Haymaker Comedy Festival launches at The Eddie’s Red Barn with Elvira Kurt on Friday 4 July 8pm.

Oeno Gallery’s Sculpture Garden Party Saturday 5 July 3-6pm rain or shine. Meet Oeno artists, discover over 30 brand new outdoor sculptures, and explore the gallery’s latest exhibition: SUMMERING. Live music performance by Kojak, lots to eat and do at this all-ages, family-friendly event.

Evert Rosales’s Painting Exhibition opens at Merrill House Thursday 3 July at 6pm. Copious champagne and canapes on hand.

Ron Sexsmith is at Base31 Friday 4 July at 7:30pm.

Wellington Community Market is at the United Church on Wellington Main Street, every Saturday morning 9am-1pm all summer long.

Prince Edward County Markets hosts the Wellington Farmers Market at the Eddie Hotel and Farm Saturday May 17 9-1:30pm. Special Guests: Ontario Dairy Farmers.

The Picton Town Hall Farmers Market runs Sundays 9-2 at 2 Ross Street, Picton all summer long, rain or shine.