Westfort Street Fair Set to Bring Fun, Food, and Family-Friendly
Activities on August 16th
The beloved Westfort Street Fair returns on Saturday, August 16th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., promising a full day of family-friendly fun, local shopping, and great food. Known for its lively atmosphere and community spirit, this year's fair is shaping up to be the biggest one yet.
As always, families are at the heart of the event, with an entire day of free activities for kids. The popular Kid Zone, sponsored by TBaytel, will keep children entertained with bouncy castles, fun games, and giant inflatable orbs provided by Ultimate Parties.
This year, fairgoers can also enjoy an exciting new feature – a relaxing lounge sponsored by Open Minds Interior. Designed as a comfortable sitting area with cozy seating, the lounge will feature live music from local singer-songwriters, as well as specialty drinks and tasty snacks from The Landing Gathering Hall.
The excitement doesn't stop there. The Main Stage, sponsored by Heartbeat Hotsauce, will once again host two crowd-favorite competitions – the Hot Pepper Eating Challenge and the Westfort Foods Hot Dog Eating Contest, where brave participants will compete for the title of hot dog eating champion.
The vendor community has also rallied in a big way this year. Aaron Gillingham, local business owner and committee chair, shared his excitement:
“The response from vendors has been amazing – over 115 are setting up this year, which is huge for our little community. The event is getting bigger each year. It's going to be a great day to eat, shop, and enjoy everything Westfort has to offer. We're so thankful for our sponsors, especially Janzens, our presenting sponsor, for helping make it all happen.”
The businesses of Westfort are always proud to host this event, welcoming thousands of visitors to the neighbourhood each year. Many local shops will be offering amazing deals and an exceptional shopping experience, making the fair a perfect opportunity to explore and support Westfort's unique businesses.
From delicious eats and unique shopping to family-friendly entertainment and live music, the Westfort Street Fair continues to grow every year – and 2025 promises to be the best yet.
For a full list of sponsors and to view the event agenda closer to the date, visit www.westfort.ca.
Mark your calendars, bring the whole family, and get ready to spend a day celebrating everything that makes Westfort special!
