Saturday, June 24
Guelph Farmers’ Market
2 Gordon St.; 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Check out an abundance of fresh produce, baked goods, beverages, and products from local meat producers.
Community planting event
Silvercreek Park; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Birds Canada and the Speed Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited Canada are hosting a planting event in Silvercreek Park to plant trees, shrubs and native wildflowers along the Pond Creek Outlet.
Art on the Street
Quebec Street; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
More than 60 artists and makers will have their creative projects on display on Quebec Street this Saturday for Guelph’s annual Art on the Street event. The event is free to attend, and is rain or shine.
Community Block Party
183 Silvercreek Pkwy N.; 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Head to the Willow West Mall this Saturday for a free, family-friendly block party. There will be a DJ, petting zoo, strolling magician, caricature artist, an ice cream truck and hourly prizes. The School of Highland Dancing will also be performing and offering lessons for youth ages 4 to 16.
Guelph.Beer Bus
Various locations; 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Hop on the free, family friendly bus for a tour of breweries around Guelph that runs every half hour with various experiences along the way. Get more information about the route and times here.
Annual Strawberry Social
190 Marksam Rd.; 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding their annual community strawberry social this Saturday. Come out to enjoy some strawberries and cake, play some games, and get to know your neighbours. Lawn chairs are encouraged.
Guelph Royals Baseball
David E. Hastings Stadium; 7:30 p.m.
The Guelph Royals face off the London Majors in Intercounty Baseball League action. Tickets available here.
Sunday, June 25
Tour de Guelph
University of Guelph, W.F. Mitchell Athletics Centre, West Gymnasium; 6:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The 10th annual bike ride aims to raise $150,000 for the Guelph General Hospital and other local charitable programs. Route options range from five km to 50 km. Same day registration is available. Learn more here.
Guelph Brain Tumour Walk
The Bandshell in Riverside Park; 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
After three years of pandemic restrictions and virtual events, the Brain Tumour Walk is back as a hybrid event. There are no registration fees or funding minimums, all are welcome to join. Register or learn more here.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Wellington County Museum and Archives, 536 Wellington Rd 18, Fergus; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This free, family-friendly event at the Wellington County Museum includes food and refreshments, craft vendors, games and kids activities, and life entertainment. The parade kicks off at 1 p.m., and the teddy bear contest begins at 1:30 p.m. Learn more here.
Draw-a-Thon
358 Gordon St.; 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
The Art Gallery of Guelph is hosting a free afternoon of drop-in activities for artists, non-artists, children and adults alike. Drawing styles include creative cartooning, community mapping, collaborative murals and inventive illustrations.
League1 Ontario Soccer
Centennial Bowl; 5p.m.
The Guelph United women’s team takes on Vaughan at 5 p.m. Tickets available here.
Concerts in the Park
Royal City Park; 7 p.m.
Join the Guelph Concert Band for a free concert in the park this Sunday at 7 p.m. as they kick off their summer concert series.
