UPCOMING EVENTS 2026

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CANADA DAY 2026 (Bancroft)

Riverside Park in Bancroft is the place to be on Wednesday, July 1, for a day filled with summer fun, celebration, and community spirit.

We’re excited to once again be part of the Town of Bancroft’s Canada Day Celebration in the beautiful park along Station Street, just behind the post office, and we would love to see you there.

Canada Day 

Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Location: Riverside Park
Address: 26 Station Street, Bancroft
Time: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

About The Event

The Canada Day Celebration begins with an opening ceremony and land acknowledgment. The Town of Bancroft is pulling out all the stops to celebrate Canada’s 159th birthday with live music, family-friendly activities, community booths, shopping, delicious food, and plenty of festive fun.

Think Turtle will also have our mascot, Bailey, joining in the celebration to say hello, snap a photo, and maybe even grab a high five.

Enjoy live music, the farmers’ market, face painting, local community booths, food vendors, and the fully accessible playground.

The fully accessible playground at Riverside Park, which officially opened during last year’s Canada Day celebration, remains a popular attraction for families and children.

Think Turtle Booth

Stop by our booth to learn more about turtle conservation in our region and how small, simple actions can make a meaningful difference for Ontario turtles. You can also browse our conservation-themed merchandise, which helps support ongoing education and turtle protection efforts.

We’ll have a great selection of merchandise available, including “Watch 4 Turtles” car magnets, signs, pin back buttons, and our popular conservation t-shirts. Every purchase helps support Think Turtle’s education and turtle recovery initiatives.

Be sure to check out our beautiful “Crafting 4 Turtles” handmade items created by talented crafters and artists from across Ontario. Every dollar raised from these handcrafted pieces helps support the Ontario Turtle Conservation Center, home of Ontario’s only turtle hospital.

Whether you are a longtime supporter or simply curious to learn more, we look forward to connecting with you. It is going to be a wonderful day filled with community spirit, meaningful conversations, and a few fun surprises along the way.

Thank you for your continued support. We hope to see you on July 1st at Riverside Park!

MAYNOOTH MORNING MARKET

We will be set up at the Maynooth Morning Market on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Maynooth Morning Market
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Address: 33090 Highway 62 North, Maynooth
Location: Former site of the Maynooth Community Centre
Hosted By: Dave & Kelley Hunt

About the Market

The Maynooth Morning Market offers a welcoming space to explore and support local makers and small businesses. Visitors can expect a wide variety of handmade and locally produced goods, including jams, jellies, pickles, hand-sewn items, crochet and knitted apparel, household accessories, jewelry, pottery, glasswork, bath and body products, candles, original fine art, wood products, maple syrup, and more. There is something here for everyone to enjoy.

Think Turtle Booth

.We invite you to stop by the Think Turtle Conservation Initiative booth to learn more about turtle conservation in our region and how simple actions can make a meaningful difference.

You will also find a selection of conservation-themed items that support ongoing education and protection efforts, along with handcrafted pieces from our Crafting 4 Turtles initiative. These turtle and nature-inspired items are created by talented artisans, with proceeds helping to support the treatment and care of injured turtles at the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre, home of Ontario’s turtle hospital.

Join Us

Hey, a special mention. On July 18, Dave and Kelley will also be kindly hosting a BBQ, with a percentage of food sales going toward supporting the turtle conservation work Think Turtle is engaged in.

Note: Think Turtle will be set up at the Maynooth Morning Market on select dates from August to October, with dates to be announced.

Come out, shop local, and enjoy a morning filled with community spirit while helping support awareness and conservation efforts for Ontario’s turtles and the habitats they depend on.  

BANCROFT FARMERS’ MARKET

Join us to shop local and celebrate our shared care for the land and wildlife.  

Bancroft Farmers’ Market

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Address: 26 Station Street, Bancroft

Location: Riverside Park (behind the post office)

Hosted By: Bancroft Township

About the Market

Think Turtle will be joining an eclectic and talented group of local growers, artists, designers, craftspeople, and vendors. The market offers a welcoming space filled with fresh produce, homemade baking, and thoughtfully crafted goods, all grounded in a shared appreciation for community and the natural world. It is a chance to connect, learn, and support those who are working close to the land.

Please note that Think Turtle will not be set up every week. We will share additional dates for July through October as they are confirmed.

Think Turtle Merchandise

Our merchandise is purpose-driven, designed to raise awareness and spark conversations for turtle conservation. Items such as t-shirts, signs, magnets, stickers, jewelry, and more highlight the message that small choices can make a meaningful difference.

When you visit, take a moment to learn about turtle conservation in our region and how small, simple actions can make a real difference as turtles begin to emerge this spring. You can also browse conservation-themed items that help support ongoing education and protection efforts.

These items are not just products, but reminders of our shared responsibility to care for the landscapes and waterways that turtles call home.

Supporting Conservation

Proceeds from Think Turtle merchandise, after costs, directly support ongoing education initiatives, community outreach, and species recovery efforts led by the Think Turtle Conservation Initiative. Each purchase helps strengthen local stewardship and contributes to real, on-the-ground conservation work here in Ontario.

Crafting 4 Turtles Items

We will also have a selection of “Crafting 4 Turtles” handmade items available, including crocheted and knitted animal stuffies, greeting cards, beaded bracelets, sewn goods, and more. These pieces are created with care and generosity, and all proceeds support the treatment and rehabilitation of injured turtles at the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre during the busy turtle season.

We look forward to seeing you at the market.

Note: Think Turtle will be set up at the Bancroft Farmers' Market on select dates from July to October, with dates to be announced.  

FLY-IN BREAKFAST, BAR-B-Q & MARKET (Bancroft)

Enjoy pancakes, planes, shopping, and more at the Fly-In Breakfast and BBQ Lunch on Sunday, July 12, 2026, hosted by The Bancroft Flying Club.

COPA Flight 119, the Bancroft Flying Club, will host its 38th Annual Fly-In Pancake Breakfast and BBQ Lunch. Funds raised through the breakfast and BBQ help support the airport's services. An exciting addition to this much-loved annual event is the vendor market featuring local artists, craftspeople, and small businesses.

Fly-In Breakfast & Market

Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Location: Bancroft Community Airport
Address: 522 Chemaushgon Road RR 2, Bancroft
Time: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Hosted By: The Bancroft Flying Club
Rain Date: July 19, 2026

About The Event

The market will offer products from local artists, craftspeople, designers, and vendors, including art, jewelry, pottery, bath and body products, candles, wood items, maple syrup, gourmet dog treats, and more.

Please note that many of the market vendors only accept cash because they do not have debit or credit processing on site. Make sure to bring cash if you plan to shop at their booths.

Come out and enjoy a full day of activities, including airplane fly-ins, antique vehicles on display, live music, local sightseeing flights, face painting, shopping, food, and more. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy.

All are welcome to attend the famous pancake breakfast fly-in, enjoy BBQ hamburgers, hot dogs, and sausages beginning at lunch, and browse the vendor market. For more information about the Bancroft Community Airport and the Bancroft Flying Club, visit their website at http://www.bancroftflyingclub.ca.

Think Turtle Booth

Be sure to stop by our booth! We would love to chat about helping Ontario turtles and invite you to browse our selection of conservation merchandise and handcrafted items supporting turtle conservation efforts in Ontario.

We will have “Watch 4 Turtles” signs, car magnets, bumper stickers, window clings, conservation t-shirts, and other turtle-related merchandise available. Every purchase not only helps spread awareness but also directly supports Think Turtle Conservation Initiative’s education and species recovery efforts. Every sale truly makes a difference, and we could not do it without your support.

Crafting 4 Turtles

There will also be a wonderful selection of “Crafting 4 Turtles” handcrafted items created by talented artists and artisans from the community and neighboring regions. Items include crocheted and knitted turtles and other adorable animal stuffies, keychains, cat toys, greeting cards, dog tugs, earrings, scrunchies, mug rugs, and so much more.

Each handcrafted item is lovingly made to celebrate the beauty and importance of turtles. Proceeds from all Crafting 4 Turtles items help support the treatment and care of injured turtles admitted to the Ontario Turtle Conservation Center, home of Ontario’s turtle hospital, during this turtle season.

Come out and enjoy a fun-filled day at the market. There is something for everyone!

MAYNOOTH MORNING MARKET & BBQ

The Maynooth Morning Market brings together fresh local produce, handmade treasures, and that unmistakable small-town spirit every Saturday from May 17 to October 11, 2026.

Maynooth Morning Market

Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026

Address: 33090 Highway 62 North, Maynooth

Location: The former site of the Maynooth Community Center

Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Hosted By: Dave & Kelley Hunt

About The Event

The Maynooth Morning Market continues to bring together fresh local produce, handmade creations, and the welcoming spirit that makes small-town markets so special.

Charity BBQ

Each Saturday, Dave and Kelley fire up the BBQ at the market and generously donate proceeds from hot dog and peameal sales to a local nonprofit or community cause. They truly are the ultimate BBQ Dream Team, with a little help from friends along the way.

Previous recipients have included the Maynooth Food Bank, the Maynooth Public School Breakfast Club, and Think Turtle Conservation Initiative last year. We were incredibly touched to learn that Think Turtle has once again been selected as the featured Charity BBQ recipient for July 18.

Dave and Kelley, thank you for thinking of the turtles and for continuing to support local turtle conservation efforts.

Just think, every bite of breakfast or lunch helps turtles, and how great is that?

The way Dave and Kelley continue to give back to the community through their weekly charitable donations is truly something special. Their kindness, generosity, and ongoing commitment to supporting local causes are deeply appreciated, and we are incredibly grateful to be among the organizations they have chosen to support.

Think Turtle Booth

Make sure to stop by our booth! We’re always happy to chat about helping Ontario turtles and the resources available to support turtle conservation in our region.

Merchandise

We will also have “Watch 4 Turtles” signs, car magnets, bumper stickers, window clings, conservation t-shirts, and other turtle-related merchandise available. Purchases not only help spread awareness but also play an important role in supporting Think Turtle Conservation Initiative’s education and species recovery efforts. Every sale truly makes a difference, and we could not do it without your support.

Crafting 4 Turtles

There will also be a fantastic selection of “Crafting 4 Turtles” handcrafted items created by talented artists and artisans from the community and neighboring regions. These items include crocheted and knitted stuffies, unique jewelry, home décor, and many other turtle-inspired creations.

Each item is lovingly handcrafted to celebrate the beauty and importance of turtles. Proceeds from all Crafting 4 Turtles item sales help support the treatment and care of injured turtles admitted to the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre, home of Ontario’s turtle hospital, during this turtle season.

Come out and enjoy a fun-filled day at the market. There is something for everyone!