Community Events
An Evening With Elvis
Thursday, August 6, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Selwyn Public Library presents An Evening With Elvis. Step into a night of music, memories, and community spirit at An Evening with Elvis, a Selwyn Public Library fundraising event! Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring a dazzling Elvis tribute by Patrick Balleux, an artist bringing twenty years of experience impersonating the King of rock 'n' roll. (Photo: The King Today with Patrick Balleux)
SolarFest
Saturday, August 8, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Downtown Lakefield (map)
Visit Downtown Lakefield for a sun-filled day of local shopping, live entertainment, food and refreshments, family and kids’ activities, contests and prizes. Taking place on Queen Street between Bridge and Reid Streets.
St. Paul's Beef BBQ
Sunday, August 16, 2026
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church (map)
Enjoy delicious, locally-sourced roast beef, corn on the cob, seasonal vegetables, and homemade pie. There will also be live entertainment and raffle prizes. Sure to have your heart smiling and your toes tapping!
Lakefield Pride Picnic
Saturday, September 20, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cenotaph Park (map)
Save the date for the 6th annual Lakefield Pride Picnic. Drag story time with Betty Baker, live music feat. Taylor Abrahamse, bouncy castle, kids’ section, food, vendors, community partners and much more!
Performing Arts Lakefield: Crystal Shawanda
Sunday, September 27, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Crystal Shawanda is a JUNO Award-winning blues artist who brings raw emotion, technical mastery, and deep cultural grounding to every note, honouring her Anishinaabe and Ojibwe-Potawatomi roots with a voice that refuses to be restrained.
Performing Arts Lakefield: Laila Biali
Sunday, November 22, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Laila Biali is a 2026 Grammy nominee and multi-award-winning vocalist, pianist, songwriter and national radio host, returning to PAL with a tribute project reimagining Joni Mitchell and the Canadian songbook, joined by Kelly Jefferson, George Koller, and Ben Wittman.
Performing Arts Lakefield: Joe Sealy
Sunday, February 21, 2027
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Joe Sealy is an Order of Canada member and JUNO-winning jazz pianist whose six-decade career has brought the stories and traditions of Black Canadian history into the country's musical landscape, joined here by Alison Young, Paul Novotny and Daniel Barnes.
Performing Arts Lakefield: Maggie’s Wake
Sunday, April 4, 2027
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Sultans of String are seven-time CFMA winners and three-time JUNO nominees whose genre-hopping sound blends Celtic reels, Django-jazz, flamenco and Arabic rhythms into a passport of fiery, virtuosic roots music.
Performing Arts Lakefield: Sultans of String
Sunday, May 30, 2027
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Sultans of String are seven-time CFMA winners and three-time JUNO nominees whose genre-hopping sound blends Celtic reels, Django-jazz, flamenco and Arabic rhythms into a passport of fiery, virtuosic roots music.
Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Isabel Morris Park (map)
The Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival is one of the region’s premier summer events, blending world-class jazz, local artisans, creative makers, and delicious food under the summer sky.
Lakefield Legion Canada Day Party
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 77, Lakefield (map)
Lakefield Legion’s annual Canada Day celebration! Enjoy live music, BBQ, cash bar, and good company.
Live Music at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, June 20, 2026
11:00 a.m. - onward
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 77, Lakefield (map)
Live Legion at the Lakefield Legion, Saturday, June 20 at 11:00 a.m. following the Veteran Memorial dedication. Musical host, Mr. Clarinet and His Sax. Music will be on the patio if weather allows, incase of rain it will move to the clubroom. Free admission, all are welcome!
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.
Lakefield Legion Summer Kick Off Party
Saturday, May 30, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
Winter Olympic Party
Saturday, January 31, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Everyone is welcome to join the Lakefield Legion in celebrating PolarFest with a fun-filled Winter Olympic Party.
Open Mic at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, January 24, 2026
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Open Mic at the Lakefield Legion hosted by Dave Coones
Performing Arts Lakefield presents: Michael Harrison
Sunday, January 18, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Michael Harrison is an award winning ventriloquist and puppeteer based in Victoria, BC. He tours worldwide with his incredible show Ventastic. Michael turns ventriloquism upside-down with his original puppets and creative routines that have amazed audiences of all ages for over 30 years.
Live Music at the Lakefield Legion
Saturday, January 17, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77 (map)
Live music with Steve Dumoulin and Dave Coones
Bob Trennum & Friends Christmas Fundraiser
Saturday, December 13, 2025
1:00 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Anglican Church (map)
Local legend Bob Trennum is back with another festive fundraiser! The free event will feature Bob, his band mates, and special guests Doug Sutherland and Connie Burton performing classic Christmas tunes and seasonal favourites.
Christmas Open House at Mad Music School
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Mad Music School (map)
Mad Music School invites the community to celebrate the holiday season by meeting the teachers, trying out instruments, enjoying short performances, and sampling some sweet treats.
Community Carol Sing
Sunday, November 30, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
Lakefield United Church invites you to a Community Carol Sing on Sunday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m. This annual Christmas tradition brings our whole community together!
Performing Arts Lakefield presents: Tiller’s Folly
Sunday, November 9, 2025
3:00 p.m.
Lakefield United Church (map)
With roots stretching from the mists of the Pacific Northwest to the British Isles, and now reaching into the heartland of American music, Tiller’s Folly taps into something timeless yet refreshingly sincere.
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.