Community Events
A Natural Return: Exploring Green Burial an Information Session
Thursday, May 7, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Marshland Centre
Are you curious about eco-friendly end-of-life options? Join the Lakefield Cemetery team for an informative session on the beauty and simplicity of green burial.
Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, May 9, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Anglican Church (map)
St. John the Baptist Anglican Church is hosting a plant sale on Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on the church lawn.
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 Singers presents: The Beatles
Monday, May 11, 2026
7:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Anglican Church (map)
Join the Lakefield Singers for a short performance of Beatles’ hits followed by a sing-along and social at St. John the Baptist Church.
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.
Lakefield Horticultural Society Plant Sale
Saturday, May 16, 2026
8:00 a.m.
Cenotaph Park (map)
The Lakefield Horticultural Society is holding their annual plant sale to raise funds for their activities in the Village. Funds are used to purchase and plant the hanging baskets in Lakefield, the gardens in Cenotaph Park, and the pollinator garden in Isabel Morris Park.
Lakefield Library Book Sale
Saturday, May 16, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Centennial Room, Lakefield Library
Stock up on books for your personal collection! The annual library book sale returns on Saturday, May 16. Books for sale by donation. All proceeds support the library.
Rummage Sale Fundraiser + Fro-Yo Fest
Saturday, May 16, 2026
10:00 a.m.
The Lakefield Pantry (map)
The Lakefield Pantry is celebrating their 1 year anniversary under new ownership! To celebrate they will be serving up cool treats in the front, and hosting an epic rummage sale in the back! 100% of the proceeds from the rummage sale will be donated to the Lakefield Community Food Bank.
Lakefield Farmers' Market
Thursday, May 21, 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.
Opening Reception: Lakefield College School Student Exhibition
Thursday, May 21, 2026
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Lakefield College School student exhibition at ECCO Art Gallery Studios. View artwork from student’s at LCS. Exhibition runs from May 20-May 31, 2026.
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.
Lakefield Farmers' Market
Thursday, May 28, 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.
Opening Reception: Stan Olthuis
Saturday, June 6, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Stan Olthuis exhibition at ECCO Art Gallery Studios. Exhibition runs from June 3 - July 5, 2026
Gangsters & Flappers: Roaring 20s Party
Saturday, June 6, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 Lakefield (map)
The Lakefield Legion is hosting Gangsters & Flappers, a Rolling 20s Party on Saturday, June 6. Dance to the Electric City String Band, a 17-piece orchestra. Light lunch. Costumes are encouraged.
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.
LAWS Doggie Dash
Sunday, June 14, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Isabel Morris Park (map)
You and your pup can make a difference. As the number of animals needing help in our community continues to rise, you can be their hero – and all you have to do is walk! Join Lakefield Animal Welfare Society for the 2026 Doggie Dash, a fun-filled dog walk to fundraise for LAWS!
Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Isabel Morris Park (map)
Opening Reception: Annette Vlieg & Mary Anne Johnston
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Annette Vlieg & Mary Anne Johnston exhibition at ECCO Art Gallery Studios. Exhibition runs from July 8 - August 9, 2026
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.
Opening Reception: Holly Edwards & Shelley Brown
Saturday, August 15, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Holly Edwards & Shelley Brown exhibition at ECCO Art Gallery Studios. Exhibition runs from August 12 - September 20, 2026
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.
Opening Reception: Marilyn Goslin
Saturday, September 26, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Marilyn Goslin exhibition at ECCO Art Gallery Studios. Exhibition runs from September 23 - October 25, 2026
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.
Opening Reception: Valerie Kent
Saturday, October 31, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Valerie Kent exhibition at ECCO Art Gallery Studios. Exhibition runs from October 28 - November 15, 2026
Opening Reception: Brushes & Vistas
Saturday, November 21, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ECCO Art Gallery Studios (map)
Opening reception for the Brushes & Vistas exhibition with Sylvie Dumas, Barbara Allport, Beverly MacRae, and Lucie Lemieux-Wilson. Exhibition runs from November 18 - December 27, 2026
"Welcome to Broadway" Musical Dinner Theatre
Saturday, May 2, 2026
5:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Enjoy a delicious meal, live performances, and a silent auction, all in support of local programs that make a difference in our community. Lakefield Community Children's Choir and Lakefield Youth Unlimited are hosting "Welcome to Broadway" a musical dinner theatre on Saturday, May 2 at 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.
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
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
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.
Spring Fling feat. Hunt the Hare
Friday, April 17, 2026
7:00 p.m.
St. Paul the Apostle Church Hall (map)
The Knights of Columbus in Lakefield are hosting a Spring Fling dance with Hunt the Hare at St. Paul’s the Apostle Church Hall on Friday, April 17. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
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.
Lakefield Literary Festival presents: Maurice Switzer, Sons of Tecumseh
Thursday, April 9, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Bryan Jones Theatre, Lakefield College School (map)
The Lakefield Literary Festival is hosting a special spring event with distinguished author, journalist, and educator Maurice Switzer. Taking place at the Bryan Jones Theatre at Lakefield College School, the event will highlight Switzer’s latest novel, Sons of Tecumseh, a compelling exploration of Indigenous political reality and the enduring challenge of unity.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.