Around Owen Sound

08/23/2026

Thornbury Bakery Cafe

08/21/2026

☀️ GOOD MORNING, OWEN SOUND!

Summerfolk 51 starts this afternoon! 🎉🎶

The gates open at 4:00 PM, and our very first performance kicks off at 5:20 PM on the Amphitheatre with Grier Coppins, piping in the festival! 🎶

Tonight, catch incredible performances across the Amphitheatre and Down by the Bay, all leading up to Empanadas Ilegales' magical late-night dance party! 💃🌴

Our artisans and food vendor will be fully set up today, making the experience even more amazing then yesterday!

🎟️ Tickets: Link in bio
https://tproontario.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1671012124?aff=sfolk

Happy Summerfolk! 💛🌞
See you at the beach!

08/18/2026

🎤 Open Stage — Your Time to Shine

Got a song to share? A story to tell? Or simply want to step up and perform?

The Summerfolk Open Stage is your chance to take the spotlight and share your music with fellow festival-goers.

Saturday, August 22 · 3:10 PM
📍 Sharing Circle

Sunday, August 23 · 2:10 PM

🎶 Sign up at the Information Booth.

Come take the stage, we want to hear you!

📍 Kelso Beach at Nawash Park, Owen Sound
📅 August 20–23, 2026

🎟️ Buy Summerfolk tickets: link in bio
https://tproontario.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/1671012124?aff=sfolk

08/17/2026

🎒 Family Saturday is back at Heritage Place on August 22! 🎨🍿

Bring the family and make your way around Heritage Place for an afternoon of FREE crafts, activities and special offers for all ages!

📍 Stop 1: Centre Court
Get creative with FREE Back-to-School crafts with Lollilocks & Co.

👖 Stop 2: Upwards Art
Show off your creativity with a graffiti-inspired craft for all ages!

🎨 Stop 3: Upwards Art
Give old denim a new life by making upcycled earrings and keychains from jeans!

🥽 Stop 4: Wizard's Castle V.R. Arcade
Check out the simulators and enjoy a Buy 1, Get 1 FREE ride!

🍿 Final Stop: Guest Services
Wrap up your Family Saturday adventure with a FREE bag of popcorn!

And while you're here, don't forget to explore all the great shops at Heritage Place. Whether you're stocking up for Back-to-School, upgrading your device, or simply treating yourself, there's something for everyone.

📅 Saturday, August 22
📍 Heritage Place

We can't wait to see you there! 🎉

08/17/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, AMANDA THOMSON-TIPPIN! 🎉

Amanda is the second lucky winner of 2 Full Weekend Passes to Summerfolk 51!

A huge thank you to everyone who entered our giveaway. We loved seeing so many people excited about one of the best weekends of the year in Owen Sound!

Didn't win? You can still be there. Summerfolk 51 takes over Kelso Beach August 21–23, with an incredible weekend of live music, great food, unique vendors, arts, crafts and that unmistakable Summerfolk atmosphere.

Get your tickets and make a weekend of it. This is one Owen Sound tradition you don't want to miss.

And if you want to know what's happening in and around Owen Sound, from local events and things to do to more contests and giveaways like this one, be sure to LIKE & FOLLOW this page. We've got lots more coming!

Congratulations again, Amanda, and thank you to everyone who entered. ❤️

08/17/2026

08/17/2026

Back to school is approaching!🏫 There’s no better way to start the school season than with a nice new ride from Bikeface. 🚲 Bring your current bike in and receive credit towards a new bike. No appointment needed. Just walk in!

We’ll assess your bike based on its condition, market demand and resale potential to determine a fair trade in value.

If your bike qualifies, put that value toward a new bike from Bikeface!

08/15/2026

🎶 LAST CHANCE TO WIN! 🎶

Summerfolk 51 is almost here, and this is your final chance to win 2 Full Weekend Passes for August 21–23 at Kelso Beach!

To enter:
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❤️ Like & follow the Around Owen Sound page

IMPORTANT: Only those who are following the Around Owen Sound page will be entered into the final draw.

BONUS: Tag the person you’d love to bring to Summerfolk with you!

One lucky winner will receive 2 Full Weekend Passes to experience an incredible weekend of live music, arts, crafts and everything that makes Summerfolk one of Owen Sound’s favourite traditions.

Good luck! 🎉