Times and events are subject to change.
We have many scheduled activities for kids and families, and many that are not scheduled (like kids games and rides, and lots of food). Come on out and have fun!
We have many Events that are ongoing throughout the weekend.
Saturday | |
Time | Event |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Barefoot Bushcraft You will have the opportunity to learn more about your world, connect with yourself and the earth, as well as learn valuable the wonders of nature while enjoying hands-on activities in the great outdoors. |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Black Creek Pioneer Village Pick up century-old artifacts, including the gizmos, gadgets, and tools of yesteryear, and gain a richer understanding of life in the 19th century. |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Homesteading Start off at the lambing station to teach about babies and lambing; move onto the shearing station; dairy station, meat station and ending with a bit of beekeeping items. |
11:30 am | The Ben Show The Ben Show is complete with high energy vaudevillian balance feats, stylish juggling and endless circus stunts. |
12:30 pm | Carnival Welcome Ceremony, Featuring Local Dignitaries Join us at the Carnival Stage to formally kick off the 2024 Richmond Hill Winter Carnival. Local dignitaries will join Ookpik and friends to get things started. We'll high light events of the weekend so you don't miss a thing! |
1:00 pm | Speaking of Wildlife Join us at the Carnival stage and meet several native Ontario wildlife ambassadors and their interpreters. |
1:30 pm | Wing Eating Contest Eight hungry attendees will be selected from all of the applications submitted by noon on Carnival Saturday. Be sure to get the info and register ahead of time! All contestants must 19 years of age or over. |
2:00 pm | The Ben Show The Ben Show is complete with high energy vaudevillian balance feats, stylish juggling and endless circus stunts. |
2:30 pm | Big Foot Race Join us in front of the stage for a big foot race. It's similar to a three legged race, but it requires three people working together using a single pair of long feet. |
3:00 pm | Speaking of Wildlife Join us at the Carnival stage and meet several native Ontario wildlife ambassadors and their interpreters. |
4:00 pm | Stars United Baton Club We welcome Stars United Baton Club to the outdoor Carnival stage. Baton is a highly athletic sport that blends dance, gymnastics, and provides performance opportunities. |
4:30 pm | Big Foot Race Join us in front of the stage for a big foot race. It's similar to a three legged race, but it requires three people working together using a single pair of long feet. |
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Spaghetti Dinner We start serving spaghetti at 5pm and last call is at 7:30. Dinner includes spaghetti, meat balls, a drink and desert. All for $15. |
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm | LuminEssence Music in the Tent LuminEssence Music is a musical duo who will be performing perform during Saturday evening's spaghetti dinner. |
Sunday | |
Time | Event |
9:00 am - 11:30 am | Pancake Breakfast Feast Celebrate a Sunday morning by joining us for the famous Pancake Breakfast in the big tent from 9:00am to 11:30am Pancakes, sausages, peameal bacon, hot chocolate and coffee – gather up the family and come on down on Sunday morning. |
9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Barefoot Bushcraft You will have the opportunity to learn more about your world, connect with yourself and the earth, as well as learn valuable the wonders of nature while enjoying hands-on activities in the great outdoors. |
9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Black Creek Pioneer Village Pick up century-old artifacts, including the gizmos, gadgets, and tools of yesteryear, and gain a richer understanding of life in the 19th century. |
9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Homesteading Start off at the lambing station to teach about babies and lambing; move onto the shearing station; dairy station, meat station and ending with a bit of beekeeping items. |
10:00 am | Circus Jonathan Circus Jonathan is an award winning unicyclist, juggler, and circus performer. His performances have been enjoyed across Canada and in 12 countries around the world. |
11:00 am | Speaking of Wildlife Join us at the Carnival stage and meet several native Ontario wildlife ambassadors and their interpreters. |
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Learn Origami with Origami Canada Drop by the tent and try your hand at the ancient art of paper folding. Origami Canada will be on hand to help you create a new friend. |
12:00 pm | Circus Jonathan Circus Jonathan is an award winning unicyclist, juggler, and circus performer. His performances have been enjoyed across Canada and in 12 countries around the world. |
12:30 pm | Big Foot Race Join us in front of the stage for a big foot race. It's similar to a three legged race, but it requires three people working together using a single pair of long feet. |
1:00 pm | Speaking of Wildlife Join us at the Carnival stage and meet several native Ontario wildlife ambassadors and their interpreters. |
1:30 pm | Let’s Make a Paracord Survival Bracelet Join Andre in the Carnival tent for your opportunity to make yourself a paracord survival bracelet. |
2:00 pm | The Ben Show The Ben Show is complete with high energy vaudevillian balance feats, stylish juggling and endless circus stunts. |
3:00 pm | Big Foot Race Join us in front of the stage for a big foot race. It's similar to a three legged race, but it requires three people working together using a single pair of long feet. |
4:00 pm | The Ben Show The Ben Show is complete with high energy vaudevillian balance feats, stylish juggling and endless circus stunts. |
4:30 pm | Carnival Button Draw Help support your Winter Carnival by purchasing a $3 souvenir button. Buttons can be purchased at the Carnival. |
Times and events are subject to change.