Join us along Holland Street, Barrie Street, Simcoe Road, and at the Bradford and District Memorial Community Centre for this year's award-winning Carrot Fest on Friday, August 16, and Saturday, August 17. With over 150 vendor booths, music and entertainment, a Kid’s Zone, and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Friday August 16
- Kids Zone 4:00-9:00 pm
- Back Alley Cruisers 6:00-10:00 pm
- Vendor Market 4:00-10:00 pm
- Experience Simcoe Stage: Duvet Cover Band & Pearl Jamming
- TD Stage: Canadian Musicians Cooperative Showcase
- Great Gulf Busker Pitch: The Funny Waiter Show & The Twisted Ones
Saturday August 17
- Kids Zone 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Vendor Market 9:00 am-6:00 pm - Experience Simcoe Stage: John Park, Scarlett Black, Markey Monday, Spencer Scurr, BDHS Band, Boathouse Blues, Trulee Odd, The Coin Collective & UK Calling
- TD Stage: Spencer Scurr, Trulee Odd, Elite Dance, Marky Monday, Sonshine & Broccoli, Karaoke, John Park & Flaming Carrot Finale
- Great Gulf Busker Pitch: Aygul & Daughters, Hercinia Arts, Scarlett Black & Trulee Odd
- Bradford & District Memorial Centre: Aqua Dogs and PWA Wrestling
Established more than 20 years ago, Carrot Fest has been ranked in the Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario for over a decade. The event celebrates the importance of the Holland Marsh soils, with a special focus on carrots and the role they play in our local economy. In true Carrot Fest spirit, the Holland Marsh Growers’ Association will be handing out free bags of locally grown carrots during the festival!
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: Experience Simcoe County, Holland Marsh Growers Association, TD Group, Great Gulf, and Global Pet Foods. To our presenting sponsors, Tim Hortons, Reali's No Frills, Liftow Limited, Tupling Insurance, York Energy Centre, Osborne Goddard Team & Elite Dance Corps thank you for helping make Carrot Fest possible!
Parking will be limited in the downtown area, but free parking is available at nearby municipal lots. BWG Transit will also be offering free bus service (on all routes) on Saturday, August 19 to help residents get to and from the festival.
Visit www.carrotfest.ca for more information and the full event schedule.
