The Lyndhurst Turkey Fair
September 16, 2023
Every year, on the third Saturday in September, Lyndhurst’s population of roughly 300 residents swells to a bustling crowd of up to 5000. People come from near and far to enjoy the annual Lyndhurst Turkey Fair. Run by local volunteers, the event is reminiscent of a time when farmers would gather in the village to show and sell their finest poultry. After a day of selling, the farmers would make arrangements to ship the birds as far away as Montreal and Toronto from the Lyndhurst train station. That evening, there would be a dance and celebration. The market drew a crowd then, and the tradition continues today as people meander through the village streets during the fair, enjoying a number of events.
The free day of fun goes from 10 am to 4:30 pm and includes:
The free day of fun goes from 10 am to 4:30 pm and includes:
- a quilt show & quilt raffle
- antique cars
- a craft & vendor fair
- a silent auction
- free Voyageur canoe rides
- live entertainment
- several prize draws
- petting zoo
- pony rides
- games
- crafts
- face & hair painting
- a reptile show
- loads more!