THURSDAY | MEMBER-LED EXCURSION | STRATFORD

Plan to arrive early for the 2026 Les Marmitons weekend, as we'd love for you to join us for a Special Day in Stratford, thoughtfully curated and hosted by our own Peter Maranger. Experience the scenic village and famous theatre company up close and personal - with walking tours, a special lunch in Downtown and an afternoon showing of Death of a Salesman at the historic Stratford Festival!

Peter has lived in Stratford for over 40 years, and his spouse Beverley’s family roots in the area span five generations. 

This is Stratford through a local lens—designed to flow comfortably from morning to curtain time, with no rushing and no logistics stress.

REGISTRANTS FOR THIS EVENT ARE LIMITED TO APPROX. 24 SPOTS

SIGN-UP IS MANAGED DIRECTLY THROUGH LM-WR MEMBER PETER MARANGER

CONTACT HIM VIA EMAIL FOR MORE INFO AT:

peter.maranger@outlook.com

🗓️ The Day at a Glance:

9:30 a.m. – Downtown Stratford Historical Walking Tour

A guided walk, strolling through Stratford’s rich history, architecture, and cultural stories that set the stage for the day.

Special group rate: No Charge!

👉 Booked directly with Peter Maranger

11:00 a.m. – Stratford Festival Costume & Props Warehouse Tour

An exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to one of the largest theatre costume and props collections in the world, 

showcasing decades of craftsmanship and theatrical history.

One-hour guided tour

Fully accessible (limited seating/resting)

Cameras welcome

Special group rate: $20 per person (regular $35)
👉 Booked directly with Peter Maranger

🍽️ 12:00 noon – Lunch at Foster’s Inn (Downtown Stratford)

We’ve kept the lunch nice and simple, allowing everyone to relax and still arrive comfortably for the matinee.

Menu:

Start with a fresh salad

Choice of main course:

Steak salad

Salmon Niçoise salad

Salmon burger

Foster’s famous lamb burger

Tea or coffee included

Special group rate: $50 per person (taxes, tip included)
👉 Booked directly with Peter Maranger

2:00 p.m. – Death of a Salesman at the Avon Theatre

An easy walk from Foster’s Inn to the Avon Theatre for the matinée performance

Tickets Booked Directly Through Stratford Festival - See below:

Special group rate: A Flexi-pass has been setup for LMI members with the Stratford Festival
👉 Tickets are booked directly through the Stratford Festival via Promo Code

FLEXI-PASS PRICING IS ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL FEB 10, 2026 - SO ACT FAST!!!

Why Join Us?

This Stratford Day is about being together, sharing stories, seeing behind the curtain, enjoying great food, and experiencing Stratford the way locals do—on foot, at an easy pace, with time to connect.

It’s a wonderful way to ease into the weekend and reconnect with fellow Marmitons before the Gala begins.

 To confirm your spot for the Warehouse Tour and lunch, please contact Peter Maranger at - peter.maranger@outlook.com 

Interested In Visiting Stratford Even Earlier?

For those wanting to experience Stratford to its fullest, a day just isn't enough...

 If you are interested in accommodations in, or near the village - please check out our Gala website's Visitor Guide for more information on great places to stay around the region - https://lmwgala2026.net/visitor-guide. 

If you're seeking a more personal recommendation, Local LMI members highly recommend the following boutique options for those looking for an exceptional stay as a part of their excursions on the Thursday: Consider 'The Bruce' in the heart of Downtown - https://www.thebruce.ca or the unique Hotel Julie - https://hoteljulie.com among many other fantastic spots in either of these beautiful destinations!

Feel free to ask Peter or our Gala Committee for any other special recommendations while staying in Stratford!

We truly hope you’ll join us!