Community Events
The Great Cheese Melt
Sunday, February 1, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Cheesy Fromage (map)
Indulge in delicious melted cheeses while exploring the Lakefield Winters Past exhibit at the Lakefield Historical Society Gallery, located inside.
Free Skating at the Oval
Sunday, February 1, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ontario Speed Skating Oval (map)
Bring your skates and enjoy free access to the Ontario Speed Skating Oval. Weather permitting.
Paper Snowflake Workshop
Sunday, February 1, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Divine Craft (map)
Join gallery artist Susan Bowie for a free, hands-on craft session at Divine Craft! Learn how to create your own 3-D paper snowflake — perfect for the kids (and the young at heart). Come get crafty and make something beautiful!
Frosty 5K Run
Sunday, February 1, 2026
9:00 a.m.
ServiceOntario (map)
Embrace the chill and hit 5 km of scenic riverside trails at the Frosty 5K in Lakefield! This winter run is all about challenging yourself and enjoying the frosty outdoors—not racing to win.
Ice Garden
Sunday, February 1, 2026
All Day
Cenotaph Park (map)
See the stunning ice sculptures crafted by professional carvers on display in Cenotaph Park!
Candlelight Skate
Saturday, January 31, 2026
2nd Session, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Ontario Speed Skating Oval (map)
Enjoy a romantic skate with hundreds of lights illuminating the 400-metre oval. Two skating sessions offered: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Candlelight Skate
Saturday, January 31, 2026
1st Session, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Ontario Speed Skating Oval (map)
Enjoy a romantic skate with hundreds of lights illuminating the 400-metre oval. Two skating sessions offered: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Polar Paddle
Saturday, January 31, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Downtown Lakefield (map)
Are you brave enough to race a canoe in Downtown Lakefield? Form a team of six, or come watch as teams push or pull canoes on wheels down Queen Street.
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.
Nordic Snowshoe Day
Saturday, January 31, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ontario Speed Skating Oval (map)
Adventure Outfitters is offering a chance to try snowshoeing! Visit the store at 1828 8th Line, Lakefield, where staff will fit you with the proper equipment, then head to the Oval to enjoy the groomed trail. (Weather permitting.)
Public Skating
Saturday, January 31, 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.
Ice Garden
Saturday, January 31, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cenotaph Park (map)
Professional ice carvers return to Cenotaph Park with stunning sculptures sure to impress!
Free Skating at the Oval
Saturday, January 31, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ontario Speed Skating Oval (map)
Bring your skates and enjoy free access to the Ontario Speed Skating Oval. Weather permitting.
Lakefield Trail Night Hike
Friday, January 30, 2026
7:30 p.m.
Marshland Centre (map)
The Lakefield Trail invites you to a Nature in Winter guided hike on Friday, January 30 at 7:30 p.m., starting at the Marshland Centre (64 Hague Boulevard, Lakefield).
Public Skating
Friday, January 30, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lakefield-Smith Community Centre (map)
Public Skating in Lakefield during PolarFest
Drop-in leisurely skate for all ages. Admission is $3.00 per person, unless the event is sponsored.
PolarFest
Friday, January 30 - Sunday, February 1, 2026
Various Locations in Selwyn Township (map)
PolarFest in Selwyn Township - a family festival offering something for everyone to enjoy!
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.