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Events are subject to change, please be sure to check back frequently for updates to events as more details become available.
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Shuttle Bus Information
Shuttle Busses will be running every 5 to 7 minutes from the designated stops. Please note there are two different routes this year - one for Saturday and one for Sunday.
Quinte Transit will be providing accessible transportation for any guests who require it. One shuttle will be circulating to each of the stops and a second shuttle is available on demand by calling 613 899 8287.
REMINDER: Applefest is a PET FREE EVENT. No animals are permitted within the boundaries of any Applefest events. Service animals are welcome but are required to have proper documentation.
| Thursday, September 21st |
| Ecumenical Service Owen Gibb Community Hall, 75 Elizabeth Street at 7:00pm |
| Friday, September 22nd |
| Brighton Legion Branch 100 Applefest Dinner & Dance Brighton Legion, 25 Park Street beginning at 6:00pm Enjoy a roast pork dinner served with applesauce. Live music will be provided by The OFFBEATS. Tickets are $25.00 each. For more information visit the Brighton Legion website. Lions BINGO Owen Gibb Community Hall, 75 Elizabeth Street beginning at 5:00pm Bonanza Tickets sold at 5:30pm. Last numbers called at 6:30pm. 5 zip games start at 6:45 followed by 9 regular games, 4 special games, and a jackpot game. Apples Eve at Brighton Speedway Brighton Speedway, 775 County Rd 64 beginning at 6:00pm Featuring DirtCar Sportsman Series Race, CM/UMP Heats, NLMA LM Heats and Dash Heat, Thunder Stock, Mini Stock Duel in the Dirt Combined Race and 358 Hot Laps and Dash for Cash. Tickets are $35.00 each. For more information, visit the Brighton Speedway website. |
| Saturday, September 23rd |
| Brighton Kinsmen Pancake Breakfast Veterans Way, 8am to 11am Fuel up for the festivities with a warm stack of flapjacks! Helicopter Rides at Applefest King Edward Park Small Soccer Field, 75 Elizabeth Street beginning from 9:00am until sunset* Take of tour of the Municipality of Brighton with a helicopter ride! Rides will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be pre-booked. Rides are $90 (CASH AND CREDIT ONLY). For more information, please email info@helicopterscanada.com. *rides are weather dependent Music in the Park Memorial Park, Downtown Brighton from 9:30am to 4:00pm Enjoy live music in Memorial Park all Saturday long. Don't miss a beat:
Applefest Street Fair Main Street, Downtown Brighton from 10:00am to 4:00pm Take a walk down Main St to find over 150 local and visiting vendors showcasing items such as original art, artisinal products, clothing, jewelry, pet accessories, wellness products and so much more! Don't forget to stop by the many food vendors offering a variety of foods. Click here for a full list of Street Fair vendors. Vintage Car, Tractor and Motorcycle Show Brighton Public School, 24 Elizabeth Street from 10:00am to 4:00pm View a wide variety of vintage cars, trucks, tractors and more while enjoying a live DJ and food vendors! Gates open at 8:00am for vehicles there is a $5 registration fee for vehicles wishing to be apart of the show. Cars on display from 10:00am - 4:00pm for viewers. Brighton Fire & Rescue Station #1, 20 Elizabeth Street from 10:00am to 4:00pm Check out the trucks, gear, demonstrations and more from our local emergency services including fire, paramedic and police! Happening at Fire Station #1. Meet The Machine King Edward Park, 75 Elizabeth Street from 10:00am to 4:00pm NEW! Meet-the-Machine will include vehicles of all shapes and sizes on display from local businesses including a boom truck, bulldozer, grader and more! A great way to learn about what jobs they do and the people that drive them! Brighton & Presqu'ile Model Trail Show 58 Prince Edward Street from 10:00am to 4:00pm An incredible display of model trains showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail. Freestyle Snowmobile Show King Edward Park Large Soccer Field, 75 Elizabeth Street beginning at 12:00pm NEW! Get ready for a gravity defying performance from Chris Cooseman, a local Freestyle Snowmobile Rider. Chris will be performing three shows throughout the day, so make sure not to miss it! Showtimes are at: 12:00pm, 2pm and 3:30pm. Opening Ceremonies Memorial Park, Downtown Brighton beginning at 11:00am Join us in officially kicking off Applefest with opening remarks from local dignitaries, as well as the presentation of the Brighton Citizen of the Year Award, and a flypast by members of CFB Trenton. Brighton Tennis Club Smash Cage Brighton Tennis Club Courts, 75 Elizabeth Street from 10:00am to 2:00pm NEW! Stop by the Brighton Tennis Courts to put your tennis serve to the test! For more information, please email btcbrightontennisclub@gmail.com. Kinsmen Beer Tent Corner of Veterans Way and Main Street, Downtown Brighton from 1:00pm to 5:00pm Enjoy a pint with friends and family on Main St while taking in the Street Fair festivities! 19+ to enter. Cheers! Applefest Shootout at Brighton Speedway Brighton Speedway, 775 County Road 64 beginning at 3:00pm DIRTcar 358 75 Lap Applefest Shootout, DIRTcar Sportsman Series Race, McDougall Insurance Great Crate Race, Thunder Stock Duel on the Dirt, UMP/ Canadian Mods Feature Event and Comp 4 Open. Tickets are $35.00. For more information, please visit the Brighton Speedway website. Brighton Curling Club (BCC) Applefest Dance Brighton Community Centre, 75 Elizabeth Street beginning at 7:30pm Get ready to dance the night away to live music by The OFFBEATS. Tickets are $20.00. Please contact the BCC at (613) 475-1637 or bdccwebmasters@gmail.com. |
| Sunday, September 24 |
| Brighton Kinsmen Pancake Breakfast Owen Gibb Community Hall, 8:00am to 11:00am Fuel up for the festivities with a warm stack of flapjacks! Helicopter Rides King Edward Park Small Soccer Field, 75 Elizabeth Street from 9:00am to 4:00pm* Take of tour of the Municipality of Brighton with a helicopter ride! Rides will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be pre-booked. Rides are $90 (CASH AND CREDIT ONLY). For more information, please email info@helicopterscanada.com. *rides are weather dependent Brighton & Presqu'ile Model Trail Show 58 Prince Edward Street from 10:00am to 4:00pm An incredible display of model trains showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail. Applefest Bike Ride Ontario Street Boat Launch, Intersection of Ontario and Harbour Streets beginning at 1:00pm NEW DATE! Choose between a longer or shorter route. Water and Granola bars will be provided along the route. Pre-registration for this event is encouraged. Click here to register for the event If you have any questions, please email applefest@brighton.ca. Codrington Farmers' Market Codrington Community Centre, 2992 County Road 30 from 10:00am to 1:00pm Enjoy the scenic ride just North of Downtown Brighton to visit local vendors at the Codrington Farmers Market. From baked goods to fresh seasonal produce and artisanal items, enjoy a Sunday in rural Brighton! Proctor House Tours Proctor House, 96 Young Street from 1:00m to 4:00pm NEW! Immerse yourself in the history of one of Brighton's most iconic landmarks. Members of Save Our Heritage Organization will be hosting tours of Proctor House throughout the day for $5.00. All tours must be pre-booked. Click here to book a tour. Open Mic at the Rotary Stage Rotary Stage at the Barn Theatre, 96 Young Street from 1:00pm to 4:00pm NEW! Show off your talent on the Rotary Stage in front of a hometown crowd! Click here to register your solo act or band to perform. Brighton-Based Vendor Market The Lawns at Proctor House, 96 Young Street from 1:00pm to 4:00pm NEW! A truly small town market vibe, head over to Proctor House to browse wares and products from local vendors located right here in Brighton! Trinity St. Andrews Family Fun Fair Trinity St. Andrew's Church, 56 Prince Edward Street Enjoy games, crafts, inflatables, and family activities. Be sure to stick around for a BBQ, and homemade apple pies all in celebration of 175 years of TSA! |
Update on Applefest Parade 2023
After much consideration, the Applefest Committee has decided not to include the Applefest Parade as part of this year’s festivities.
This was a hard decision for the Committee to come to and involved the consideration of a number of factors, the most important being the safety of Applefest participants, visitors, staff, and volunteers.
Last year during the parade, despite proper planning and enforcement from municipal staff, emergency services, and volunteers, there were a number of safety concerns that arose from the event. These incidents included but were not limited to, vehicles driving through road barricades toward the parade and not following the instructions of coordinators.
In addition to these incidents, there was a lack of participation meaning there were only a few floats.
The choice to not have the parade this year is for this year only. The Committee plans to review and re-evaluate this decision next year to see what changes can be made to make this event safer for all.
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to Applefest 2023 this year.
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Any questions please send an email to applefest@brighton.ca
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