Community Events
Public Skating
Saturday, March 21, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Spring Spin at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, March 21, 2026
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
More details to come!
Community Table
Monday, March 23, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
All are welcome! Supported by Lakefield United Church Outreach, local donors, volunteers, and wonderful community partners.
Senior Skating
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Senior Skating in Lakefield
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Lenten Lunch: Rev Ann Blane
Thursday, March 26, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
A longstanding Lakefield tradition, these weekly gatherings in Lent are a wonderful way to bring the community together for good food, good conversation and thought-provoking presentations. This year’s Lenten Lunches promise all that, and something a little extra. In 2026, the lunches will be more of a coordinated community effort with several Lakefield churches pitching in to make and serve a two-course meal.
Senior Skating
Friday, March 27, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Open Mic at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, March 28, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Open mic, free admission, all are welcome!
Good Friday Walk of the Cross
Friday, April 3, 2026
10:00 a.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
Start at 10:00 a.m. from St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, 81 Queen St. Finishing at 10:45 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 4 Reid St. Walk to follow the journey of Jesus to the cross. This is a “rain or shine” event.
Live Music at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, April 4, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Live music with the Nephton Ridgerunners. All are welcome, free admission.
Lakefield Horticultural Society presents: Adam Shoalts
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Lakefield College School (map)
The Lakefield Historical Society presents professional explorer and #1 national bestselling author Adam Shoalts to discuss some of his many expeditions across Canada’s wilderness, including his 4,000 km solo journey across Canada’s Arctic, and his 3,400 km journey by canoe from Lake Erie to the Arctic.
Performing Arts Lakefield presents: The Happy Pals New Orleans Party Orchestra
Sunday, April 19, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
The Happy Pals are a classic New Orleans style ensemble which includes trumpet, trombone, clarinet, banjo, piano, double bass and drums. They are inspired by the early jazz and blues music of the 1920s and 1930s.
Income Tax Clinic
Thursday, April 23, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church
Was your income less than $40,000 or your family income less that $55,000 for 2025? Need a hand with your income taxes? Volunteers will do your taxes for FREE at St. John’s Church, 81 Queen St., Lakefield
Spring Muffin Party & Bake Sale
Saturday, April 25, 2026
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Muffins, scones, jams, tea, and coffee. New to you items, frozen chicken pot pies, bake sale, books, and more. A fundraiser for Lakefield United Church
Community Table
Monday, April 27, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
All are welcome! Supported by Lakefield United Church Outreach, local donors, volunteers, and wonderful community partners.
Lakefield Farmers' Market - Mother's Day Market
Sunday, May 10, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Parking lot next to The Village Inn (map)
A Mother's Day tradition in Lakefield! The Lakefield Farmers' Market is hosting its annual pop-up Mother’s Day Market on Sunday, May 10 in Downtown Lakefield. The market will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. beside The Village Inn at 39 Queen Street.
Lakefield Farmers' Market - Opening Day
Thursday, May 14, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre Parking Lot (map)
The Lakefield Farmers’ Market is a vibrant community hub where locals and visitors connect with local growers, bakers, and artisans from across the region. Shop fresh produce, homemade treats, and unique handcrafted goods, all in a friendly, small-town setting. Enjoy live music from talented buskers while you browse and soak up the market atmosphere in the heart of the Kawarthas.
Community Table
Monday, May 25, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
All are welcome! Supported by Lakefield United Church Outreach, local donors, volunteers, and wonderful community partners.
LDPS Fun Fair
Thursday, June 11, 2026
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Lakefield District Public School (map)
Bouncy castles and games, food vendors, live entertainment, something for everyone! Rain or shine.
Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Isabel Morris Park (map)
Lakefield Literary Festival
Friday, July 17 - Saturday, July 18
Details to be announced.
Lakefield Fair
Saturday, July 25 & Sunday, July 26
Times TBA
Lakefield Fairgrounds (map)
Save the date for the 171st Lakefield Fair! More details to come.
Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour
Saturday, September 26, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Various Studios Throughout the Kawarthas
The Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is free, self-driven, and self-guided tour offering visitors the opportunity to explore the working studios of local artists.
Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour
Saturday, September 27, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Various Studios Throughout the Kawarthas
The Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is free, self-driven, and self-guided tour offering visitors the opportunity to explore the working studios of local artists.
Senior Skating
Friday, March 20, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
March Break Public Skating
Thursday, March 19, 2026
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield during March Break
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Lenten Lunch: Rev Peter Moore
Thursday, March 19, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
A longstanding Lakefield tradition, these weekly gatherings in Lent are a wonderful way to bring the community together for good food, good conversation and thought-provoking presentations. This year’s Lenten Lunches promise all that, and something a little extra. In 2026, the lunches will be more of a coordinated community effort with several Lakefield churches pitching in to make and serve a two-course meal.
March Break Public Skating
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Shamrock Skate & Shindig
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
The Lakefield Village Lions Club is hosting a Shamrock Skate & Shindig on Tuesday, March 17 during March Break. Enjoy Free Public Skating from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Before and after, enjoy family fun at Shamrock Shindig, upstairs in the Neils Pind Room from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Senior Skating
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Senior Skating in Lakefield
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, March 14, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and live music with George Terpstra. Lots of green beer and loads of fun!
Public Skating
Saturday, March 14, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Lions Food Bank Drive
Saturday, March 14, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lakefield Foodland
Food drive in support of the Lakefield Community Food Bank
Senior Skating
Friday, March 13, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Lenten Lunch: Rev Peter Moore
Thursday, March 12, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
A longstanding Lakefield tradition, these weekly gatherings in Lent are a wonderful way to bring the community together for good food, good conversation and thought-provoking presentations. This year’s Lenten Lunches promise all that, and something a little extra. In 2026, the lunches will be more of a coordinated community effort with several Lakefield churches pitching in to make and serve a two-course meal.
Lakefield Horticultural Society: Growing & Propagating Dahlias
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Marshland Centre (map)
The Lakefield Horticultural Society presents Growing & Propagating Dahlias with Kim McGee. Kim will teach how to grow, propagate and properly store dahlias. Kim has been an avid gardener most of her life, and quickly became addicted to dahlias after growing her first one in 2018.
Senior Skating
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Senior Skating in Lakefield
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Live Music at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, March 7, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Live music with Joselyn Burford, all are welcome! Free admission.
Public Skating
Saturday, March 7, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Senior Skating
Friday, March 6, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Lenten Lunch: Fr Raymond Rick
Thursday, March 5, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
A longstanding Lakefield tradition, these weekly gatherings in Lent are a wonderful way to bring the community together for good food, good conversation and thought-provoking presentations. This year’s Lenten Lunches promise all that, and something a little extra. In 2026, the lunches will be more of a coordinated community effort with several Lakefield churches pitching in to make and serve a two-course meal.
Senior Skating
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Senior Skating in Lakefield
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Open Mic at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, February 28, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Visit the Lakefield Legion for Open Mic, upstairs from 1-5 p.m. All are welcome!
Public Skating
Saturday, February 28, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Senior Skating
Friday, February 27, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Lenten Lunch: Lakefield Youth Unlimited
Thursday, February 26, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
A longstanding Lakefield tradition, these weekly gatherings in Lent are a wonderful way to bring the community together for good food, good conversation and thought-provoking presentations. This year’s Lenten Lunches promise all that, and something a little extra. In 2026, the lunches will be more of a coordinated community effort with several Lakefield churches pitching in to make and serve a two-course meal.
Senior Skating
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Senior Skating in Lakefield
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Performing Arts Lakefield presents: Ladom Ensemble
Sunday, February 22, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Ladom Ensemble is a mini-orchestra of four classically trained, fearlessly virtuosic musicians who create a unique acoustic fusion.
The King Today with Patrick Balleux
Saturday, February 21, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 Lakefield (map)
The King Today with Patrick Balleux at the Lakefield Legion. Doors open 7:00 p.m. Show starts at 8:00 p.m.
Public Skating
Saturday, February 21, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
Community Curling Day
Saturday, February 21, 2026
11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lakefield Curling Club (map)
The Lakefield Curling Club is hosting a Community Curling Day on Saturday, February 21 from 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Community members are invited to visit the club, and take part in a free "try-it" session on the ice. No experience is required.
Senior Skating
Friday, February 20, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Lenten Lunch: Rev John Runza
Thursday, February 19, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Church (map)
A longstanding Lakefield tradition, these weekly gatherings in Lent are a wonderful way to bring the community together for good food, good conversation and thought-provoking presentations. This year’s Lenten Lunches promise all that, and something a little extra. In 2026, the lunches will be more of a coordinated community effort with several Lakefield churches pitching in to make and serve a two-course meal.
Senior Skating
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Senior Skating in Lakefield
Slower paced leisurely skate for those aged 55 and over. Free thanks to a local sponsor!
Note: Discover Lakefield is not the organizer of these events. Event details, including dates, times, and locations, are subject to change. Please check with the event organizer for the most up-to-date information.