5 Cool Places You Never Knew were in Brantford 2020

It is a beautiful Tuesday afternoon. A warm breeze dances through the newly sprouted leaves as the trees they dress sway playfully and harmoniously with one another. Birds chirp, squirrels skip along the green grass, couples locked hand-in-hand stroll carelessly down the narrow sidewalks. As the fresh air fills your lungs, and all your senses pick up the subtle hints of summer, you experience a moment of tranquility. It is time for us to take back 2020 from the grips of COVID-19.

Following Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s announcement early last week that the majority of Ontario’s regions have been given the go to roll out stage two of economic re-opening, to the delight of the Brantford community, this means that summer activities are back within our reach.

Here are the 5 Cool Places You Never Knew were in Brantford 2020

Before you start planning a fun itinerary for you, your family and/or friends, why not first stock up on all your cannabis needs and accessories? Luckily for you, Brantford has recently opened the doors to its very first licensed dispensary.

Say Hello to Brantford's First Licensed Dispensary

1. Seven Point Cannabis

At Seven Point Cannabis which is a licensed weed store located on 10 Stanley Street, Unit 1, you can now purchase all your cannabis flower, concentrate and accessory goods that best fit your next upcoming summer experience. Though the cannabis store currently offers in-store purchases only, online ordering is expected to become available soon! 

Make sure to visit them soon at: 10 Stanley St Unit 1, Brantford, ON N3S 7N4

Or call (519) 304-1020

Or visit their website: https://sevenpointcannabis.ca/

Now that you know where to go to stock up on all your favourite cannabis goodies, keep reading to find out fun things to do in Brantford Ontario this summer.

Staycation is the Vacation of 2020

2. Brantford Hiking Trails

Travel restrictions continue to be in place as a means of continuing to protect Canadians from further COVID-19 outbreaks. That doesn’t mean however, that you cannot vaca this summer 2020. Staycation is the Vacation of 2020 and Brantford has just what you need. Brantford, ON offers a variety of beautiful biking and hiking trails for you and your family. The hub of Ontario’s Trails,  many of the Brantford trails run along the Grand River and better yet - they’re open year round. Why not get your friends together and try the 14 KM Gordon Glaves Memorial Pathway a go next weekend, that runs through the heart of Brantford and old historical sites?

If you are wondering what kind of cannabis strain would be best for this adventure, then definitely give the Jack Haze strain a go! This sativa-dominant strain which boasts a THC level of 21%, is the perfect bud for you and your friends to get your energy up, your exercise on, your laughs out and your mind mentally engaged. Get a hold of this bad boy and enjoy both the mental and physical stimulation it provides you.

Make a Day Out of Visiting some of GTAs Best Museums

3. Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant

Brantford is known be have some of the best museums in the GTA area. Why not make a whole day of it and kick off by visiting the Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant? There you can partake in guided tours, exhibitions or peruse at your own pace at the 600 pieces of artwork the Gallery showcases. Sounds like an ideal time to perhaps light one up as well!

For an afternoon of museum perusal and spiritual engagement, I would suggest that you give the cannabis strain Jean Guy a try. This sativa dominant strain is the perfect wake n bake bud to get your Day at the Museum started, by leaving you feeling uplifted and energetic!

By this point, you must be getting hungry…

Patio Restaurants to Check Out

In light of Brantford, ON being given the green on Stage 2 roll-out, restaurants with patios have begun opening to the public with continuing to adhere to social and physical distancing guidelines.

4. Sociable Kitchen & Tavern

Sociable Kitchen & Tavern, which is located at 45 King George St, opened their patios to the public on Friday, June 12^th. Priding themselves on craftsmanship, community and sustainability and with tables placed a secure 6 feet away from one another, limited seating and hand sanitizer available at each table, this tavern knows what’s up. Got the munchies? Stop by here to grab some quality globally inspired pub grub.

5. OMG Ice Cream and Frozen Yoghurt

It’s summertime and what goes better with hot weather than a good ol’ scoop of ice cream?  If you need your sweet tooth craving fixed, you must stop by OMG Ice Cream and Frozen Yoghurt at 122 Colbourne St in Brantford, ON. OMG Ice Cream is a locally-owned family run business offering a plethora of icy delights that are sure to satisfy everyone’s frozen treat craving.

Speaking of munchies, did you know that at Seven Point Canada you can now purchase delicious cannabis edibles, such as watermelon and sour cherry flavours soft chews, grape gummies, chocolate cookies and more!?

Fun Fact for the Munchie Lovers Out There

Did you know… that Brantford, ON houses the confectionary giant Ferrero’s newly expanded production facility for Nutella, Tic Tacs and Ferrero Rocher chocolates? Thanks, Brantford! 

Did I miss something amazing worth sharing that is going on in the Brantford, ON community this summer? Let us know in the comments below!