Schedule

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
TimeEvent
10:00 amMusician Meep Moop
Local musician Meep Moop is a singer/guitarist with Caribbean roots. She is a versatile vocalist and sings in many styles. 
11:00 amThe Lou Moore Band
Local legend Lou Moore Band is back by popular demand. Lou and the band play bluegrass and country.
11:00 amGreat Canadian Lumberjack Show
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show is a showcase of both traditional and current loggersports events.
12:00 pmBig 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.
12:00 pmViking Re-enactment
Come see how the Vikings used to live. Our Vikings are located at the north end of the Mill Pond.
12:30 pmCarnival Welcome Ceremony, Featuring Local Dignitaries
Join us at the Carnival Stage to formally kick off the 2023 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!
12:45 pmElementary School Hockey Medal Presentation
Local elementary schools participated in a hockey tournament in the weeks before Carnival. We'll be inviting our first and second place teams to the stage to receive their medals.
1:00 pmThe Lou Moore Band
Local legend Lou Moore Band is back by popular demand. Lou and the band play bluegrass and country.
1:00 pmGreat Canadian Lumberjack Show
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show is a showcase of both traditional and current loggersports events.
1:30 pmWing 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 pmFalconry Demonstration
Falcon experts from The Ontario Falconry Centre will be providing and exciting and educational falconry demonstrations. This event takes place on the Carnival Stage. Please leave your chickens at home, the falcons are excellent hunters!
2:00 pm - 4:00 pmIndigenous Led Activities
We have several Indigenous led activities taking place in the Carnival tent. These events include Indigenous Winter Tea, Traditional Hand Drumming, and Crafts.
2:30 pmViking Re-enactment
Come see how the Vikings used to live. Our Vikings are located at the north end of the Mill Pond.
3:00 pmThe Recovery Mode Band
4:00 pmFalconry Demonstration
Falcon experts from The Ontario Falconry Centre will be providing and exciting and educational falconry demonstrations.
4:00 pmGreat Canadian Lumberjack Show
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show is a showcase of both traditional and current loggersports events.
5:00 pm - 7:30 pmSpaghetti 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 $12.
Sunday
TimeEvent
9:00 am - 11:30 amPancake 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.
10:00 amMusician Meep Moop
Local musician Meep Moop is a singer/guitarist with Caribbean roots. She is a versatile vocalist and sings in many styles.
11:00 amCircus 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 amGreat Canadian Lumberjack Show
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show is a showcase of both traditional and current loggersports events.
11:30 amStars United Baton Club
We welcome Stars United Baton Club to the Carnival stage. Stars United Baton Club is celebrating its 50th Anniversary of twirling in Richmond Hill.
12:00 pmFalconry Demonstration
Falcon experts from The Ontario Falconry Centre will be providing and exciting and educational falconry demonstrations.
12:00 pmViking Re-enactment
Come see how the Vikings used to live. Our Vikings are located at the north end of the Mill Pond.
1:00 pmCircus 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.
1:00 pmGreat Canadian Lumberjack Show
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show is a showcase of both traditional and current loggersports events.
1:30 pmBig 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.
2:00 pmFalconry Demonstration
Falcon experts from The Ontario Falconry Centre will be providing and exciting and educational falconry demonstrations.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pmIndigenous Led Activities
We have several Indigenous led activities taking place in the Carnival tent. These events include Indigenous Winter Tea, Traditional Hand Drumming, and Crafts.
2:30 pmViking Re-enactment
Come see how the Vikings used to live. Our Vikings are located at the north end of the Mill Pond.
3:00 pmLive Music with Billik
Back on the Carnival stage by popular demand is Billik. The band covers everything from Pop Rock, R&B, and Funk.
3:00 pmGreat Canadian Lumberjack Show
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show is a showcase of both traditional and current loggersports events.
4:30 pmCarnival 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.