Local Events - Sutton Fair and Horse Show

Georgina Local Events for 2011

Sutton Agricultural Society
P.O. Box 460
Sutton West, ON L0E 1R0

Phone 905-722-3165
Fax: 905-722-3160

e-mail: info@suttonfair.com

The following are some of the great local events planned this year in and around Georgina. There is no need to travel long distances to find fun things to do this summer.

JUNE 3rd - 5th, 2011
5th Annual Blue Bridge Festival

Location: Sutton, Newmarket, Unionville

A River of music, poetry and history make York Region a cultural destination this spring! The 5th annual Blue Bridge Festival is set to start your summer off on the “right note.” Take part in a celebration of our historic community with some of Canada's finest actors, musicians, poets and artists in a weekend of great music of all kinds. With a mixture of free concerts and gated events, the Festival is a one-of-a-kind collaboration between the arts, hosted by the Ardeleana Chamber Music Society and their resident musicians, the Ardeleana Trio.

            Your weekend begins on Friday night, at the Georgina Pioneer Village at 7:30 pm. Enjoy refined chamber musicians, the Blue Bridge Festival Choir, jazz and folk artists, and leading Canadian poets in an intimate setting. You will be transported into the past by William Lyon Mackenzie himself, played by Georgina’s own songwriter and entertainer, Magoo.

            On Saturday, enjoy free street festival performances for the whole family on historic Main Street, Newmarket, 12– 4 pm. Mackenzie continues to be your guide, leaving Elman Campbell Museum at 1 pm and tracing the route of the 1837 Rebellion to tell the stories behind the venues that play host to a diverse collection of music and spoken word performances ranging from folk singer Marie-Lynn Hammond to story opera by ArdeleanaMusic to the Blue Bridge French Horn trio.

            Saturday evening will close with a Gala concert. The concert is a collection of works by Brahms and Haydn, and includes the Mary Gardiner Memorial Premiere of a new work by a young York Region composer for youth orchestra.

Head to the Varley Gallery and Main Street Unionville on Sunday. "Jonathon's Storm," a family-oriented story opera by the festival’s director, Brenda Muller, will have its official premiere. The young artist in your family can register at the Varley Gallery for “Faces in the Storm,” an art and drama workshop with director Sonia Norris. Participants in the workshop will be invited to be part of the official premiere. The Blue Bridge Festival offers a jam-packed weekend of interactive and inspiring fun.

For information and tickets visit www.bluebridgefestival.com or call the festival hotline at (289)470-1099. To download the Georgina Release including a full schedule of events in PDF format, click here.

JUNE 18th, 2011
Georgina's Mini-Marathon 2011

What: 10 Mile Run or 5K Run/Walk
When: Saturday June 18th, 2011
Start Time: 8:00 am
Where: Start/Finish at the Sutton Fairgrounds

Be inspired by the beauty of Georgina while you run this mostly flat route that takes you through the quaint town of Sutton, through the beautiful Sibbald Park and along the shores of Lake Simcoe.

JUNE 18th, 2011
Highland Games

Location: Sutton Fairgrounds
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Highland Gathering goes far back in time when the men of the highlands first began to compete in various tests of strength, the playing of highland music, and of highland dancing.

It is said that Kings used these events to test men for battle… they were tested for strength, endurance, stamina and agility. The best competitors were given the higher ranks on the battle field.

The scene of a Highland Gathering is one of the most colourful and stirring occasions with men in kilts competing in the heavy contests of strength, the dancers regale in splendid colour and the distinctive music from the pipes and drums.

The Highland settlers brought their traditions along with them and we celebrate these traditions at Highland Gatherings around the world. We hope you will join us on Saturday, June 18, 2011!

For more information visit: www.georginahighlandgathering.com

JUNE 18th, 2011
Portraits of Honor Tour

Location: Sutton Kin Gala
Hours: TBA

The Portraits of Honour National Tour will provide Canadians from coast to coast with an opportunity to honour and celebrate our Canadian soldiers, pay respect to those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice and to recognize the challenges that face those who will return home with lasting physical or emotional injuries.

For more information visit: www.portraitsofhonour.ca

JULY 2nd, 2011
Giant Flea Market

Location: Sutton Fairgrounds
Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Brought to you by FARM Georgina and TNT Group, Canada. Vendors wanted.

For more information visit: www.farmgeorgina.ca

JULY 9th, 2011
Mom to Mom Show and Sale

Location: Sutton Fairgrounds
Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Slightly used baby and childrens items. In support of Shoberry's Day Care. Brought to you by FARM Georgina and TNT Group, Canada. Vendors wanted.

For more information visit: www.farmgeorgina.ca

JULY 31st, 2011
Kick off to the Sutton Fair

Location: Jackson's Point Parkette
Hours: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Jackson's Point BIA proudly presents the first annual KICK OFF TO THE SUTTON FAIR!

Get to the point on Sunday July 31st in the Jackson's Point parkette.

Live Music by "THE MEDIAN"
Food and Craft Vendors
Sidewalk Sale
Meet this year's Top 10 Georgina Idols!

For more information visit: www.visitjacksonspoint.com

AUGUST 4th, 5th, 6th & 7th, 2011
156th Sutton Fair & Horse Show

Location: Sutton Fairgrounds
Hours: Thurs. 12 pm - 11 pm, Fri. & Sat. 9 am - midnight, Sun. 9 am - 5 pm

NEW ATTRACTIONS:
Friday - 4 Cylinder Demo Cross Racing
Friday & Saturday - FMX Motorcycles

APPEARING DAILY:
Pony Rides, Mini Barn, Petting Zoo, Sheep Shearing, Cow Milking, Kids Fun Tent, Bands, World’s Finest Shows Midway, Arena Exhibits, Antiques, Kids Crafts, Baking, Quilting, Art, Photography, PLUS MUCH MORE!

For more information visit: www.suttonfair.com

AUGUST 13th, 2011
Splash Floating Water Festival

Location: Jackson’s Point, De La Salle Park
Hours: 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm

This is Phase 1 - a research development and testing phase - leading to the creation of a world-class water centre on the shores of Lake Simcoe. Inspiratins are drawn from local aboriginal sensitivities to land and water as our source of spiritual and cultural strength. The goal is to further everyone's relationship with water through five programming streams -
performance, history, research, design and community.

For more information visit: www.splashfestival.ca

AUGUST 27th, 2011
Automotive Flea Market and Classic Car Show

Location: Sutton Fairgrounds
Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Purchase auto parts & accessories, automotive & gas station related memorabilia, NACSAR & N.H.R.A. collectibles, advertising signs and more. Brought to you by FARM Georgina and TNT Group, Canada. Vendors wanted.

For more information visit: www.farmgeorgina.ca