NEWS RELEASE
TOWN OF BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY
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Canada’s greatest carrot-themed street festival is back in Bradford West Gwillimbury! Join us at this year's award-winning Carrot Fest on Friday, Aug. 16 and Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, for two fantastic days of non-stop fun. With over 150 unique vendor booths, music and entertainment, a kid’s zone and more, there is something perfect for everyone to enjoy.
Friday, Aug. 16
- Kids Zone: 4-9 p.m.
- Back Alley Cruisers: 6-10 p.m.
- Vendor Market: 4-10 p.m.
- Experience Simcoe Stage: Duvet Cover Band and Pearl Jamming
- TD Stage: Canadian Musicians Cooperative Showcase
- Great Gulf Busker Pitch: The Funny Waiter Show and The Twisted Ones
Saturday, Aug. 17
- Kids Zone: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Vendor Market: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Experience Simcoe Stage: John Park, Scarlett Black, Markey Monday, Spencer Scurr, BDHS Band, Boathouse Blues, Trulee Odd, The Coin Collective and UK Calling
- TD Stage: Spencer Scurr, Trulee Odd, Elite Dance, Marky Monday, Sonshine and Broccoli, Karaoke, John Park and Flaming Carrot Finale
- Great Gulf Busker Pitch: Aygul and Daughters, Hercinia Arts, Scarlett Black and Trulee Odd
- Bradford and District Memorial Centre: Aqua Dogs and PWA Wrestling
For the full event schedule and information, please click here.
Carrot Fest started more than 20 years ago and has been named a Top 100 Festival and Event in Ontario for over a decade. The event celebrates the importance of the Holland Marsh soils, with a focus on the importance of carrots in our local economy. At Carrot Fest, the Holland Marsh Growers’ Association will be handing out free bags of locally grown carrots.
“For over a decade Carrot Fest has been voted as one of the top 100 events in Ontario, and I am so proud to see it continue to leave its mark in BWG. Bring your family and friends along to join us in celebrating our Town’s rich agricultural heritage while immersing yourself in all the family fun that Carrot Fest has to offer.” – Mayor James Leduc
The festival will be located along Holland Street, Barrie Street, Simcoe Road, and at the Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre. Parking is limited. BWG Transit will be offering free bus services.
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