2025 Watermelon Festival
Featured Event Event Details
When: Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Straffordville Community Centre and grounds, 56169 Heritage Line Straffordville, Ontario N0J 1Y0
Hosted by the Straffordville Community Committee, this beloved annual event is packed with activities and entertainment for all ages.
🎉 Festival Highlights Include:
Opening Ceremonies: after the parade at approx. 10:30
Pancake breakfast hosted by the Straffordville Firehall 9298 Plank Road Straffordville – 7 – 10am call Alan Stewart 226-567-5086 for more information.
Bike decorating at the Straffordville school prior to parade
Children’s shows with Barry O and Dotsy The Clown
Parade starting at the Straffordville School at 10am and ending at the community grounds
Educational Animal Display and clown balloon twisting
Free bike and scooter draws for kids
Face painting (12 PM – 4 PM)
Four children’s shows inside the Community Centre
Over 50 artisan vendors and 9 food trucks
Birds of prey and reptile shows
Live music, karaoke, and carnival rides
Bouncers and classic festival games
Seed spitting and watermelon eating contests
Free watermelon for all attendees
Massive Silent Auction throughout the day
đź“Ť Location: Straffordville Community Centre and grounds, 56169 Heritage Line Straffordville, Ontario N0J 1Y0
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025 — 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and summer fun!