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.

Celebrate Family Paddle Day at the Lakefield Beach with a paddle around Lake Katchewanooka and the Lakefield Marsh. Bring your own, or use the canoes and kayaks provided by Adventure Outfitters on a first come, first served basis.

Thursday, June 26, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (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.

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.

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.

Take in a beautiful day along the Otonabee River in Isabel Morris Park. Enjoy a lineup of live jazz music, browse talented artisans and crafters, and savour delicious offerings from local food and beverage vendors.

Thursday, July 17, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (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.

The Lakefield Literary Festival celebrates Canadian literature by honouring the rich literary heritage of the region and showcasing acclaimed authors, poets, and storytellers. Visitors can enjoy author readings, engaging discussions, and book signings in a welcoming atmosphere that inspires a love of reading and storytelling.

A fun-filled morning of children’s entertainment with Canadian authors Lana Button and Nadia L Hohn. A book draw and signing will follow the event. All ages welcome.

The Lakefield Literary Festival celebrates Canadian literature by honouring the rich literary heritage of the region and showcasing acclaimed authors, poets, and storytellers. Visitors can enjoy author readings, engaging discussions, and book signings in a welcoming atmosphere that inspires a love of reading and storytelling.

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.

Thursday, July 31, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (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.

Thursday, August 7, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (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.

Local businesses and community organizations will line Queen Street with sales, special offers, and family-friendly activities during the Lakefield Sidewalk Sale. To make room for the festivities, Queen Street in Downtown Lakefield will be closed to traffic from Reid to Albert Streets.

Since 1984, the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour has invited visitors to explore the working studios of artists throughout the Peterborough-Kawarthas region, making it one of Canada’s longest-running studio tours. The two-day Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is self-guided, self-driven, and admission is free.

Since 1984, the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour has invited visitors to explore the working studios of artists throughout the Peterborough-Kawarthas region, making it one of Canada’s longest-running studio tours. The two-day Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour is self-guided, self-driven, and admission is free.