Carrot Fest 2026 presented by Toromont Remanufacturing

Canada’s greatest carrot-themed street festival is back in Bradford West Gwillimbury! Join us on Friday, August 14 and Saturday, August 15, 2026, for two fantastic days of non-stop fun, now proudly presented by Toromont Remanufacturing.
With over 150 unique vendor booths, live music and entertainment across multiple stages, a vibrant Kid’s Zone, and exciting new additions, Carrot Fest continues to offer something for everyone.
What’s New in 2026
• New Title Sponsor: Presented by Toromont Remanufacturing
• New Bingham Bandstand (acoustic musicians) featuring intimate live performances
• Enhanced Kid’s Zone programming:
o Friday: Reptilia interactive animal experience
o Saturday: Squash Ontario activation and expanded toddler play areas
• Extended Saturday Night: The Beer Garden and Main Stage programming now run until 10:00 p.m.
Schedule Highlights
Friday, August 14
• Vendor Market: 4:00 – 10:00 p.m.
• Kids Zone: 4:00 – 9:00 pm (featuring Reptilia)
• York Energy Centre Stage (Main Stage - Simcoe Rd):
Pat James and the Whole Truth, Swift Experience, Chicks Experience, Official Ceremonies (6:30 pm), and Duvet
• TD Stage (Courthouse Stage):
Friday night brings strong country vibes with a crowd-favourite Chris Stapleton Tribute performance
• Bingham Bandstand:
Live performances including Genevieve Cyr and Kyle Wauchope
• Busker Pitch:
Scarlett Black and Twisted Ones
• Free Shuttle Service:
Shuttle buses will run between the BWG Leisure Centre and the Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre to help visitors get to and from the festival from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 15
• Vendor Market: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (updated hours)
• Kids Zone: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (featuring Squash Ontario & toddler area)
• Main Stage (York Energy Stage – Simcoe Rd, extended until 10:00 pm):
Steve Goodtime, Scarlett Black, Lazo Finn, Soul of Motown, The Heavy Sugar, and Green’d Eh
• TD Stage (Courthouse Stage):
Marky Monday, Elite Dance Corp, Sonshine & Broccoli, and the Flaming Carrot Finale
• Bingham Bandstand:
Murray Drive, Seu Jorge Moran, Klinsvin and more
• Busker Pitch:
Trulee Odd, Hercinia Arts, and Pupper Tamer
• Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre:
o Free Wrestling Show at 12:00 pm
o Ticketed ($) Wrestling Event at 7:00 pm
• Free ARGO Transit Service:
Enjoy complimentary ARGO transit service throughout Bradford West Gwillimbury on Saturday, making it even easier to get to Carrot Fest.
• Free Shuttle Service:
Shuttle buses will run between the BWG Leisure Centre and the Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre to help visitors get to and from the festival from 12:00-6:00 p.m
For the full event schedule and more information, visit www.townofbwg.com/recreation-culture/events/carrot-fest/
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: Toromont Remanufacturing, Experience Simcoe County, Great Gulf, Global Pet Foods, TD Canada, the Holland Marsh Growers Association, Osborne Goddard Team, Capital Power – York Energy Centre, Tupling Insurance - Insure-It Group Inc., Tim Hortons, Liftow Limited, BradfordToday, Reali’s No Frills, and Elite Dance Corp.