The Franktown Lilac Festival

May 23, 2026

May 23, 2026

Free

Centennial Hall, 152 Church St., Franktown

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Events Description

 
Join for the annual Franktown Lilac Festival in Beckwith Township, known as the Lilac Capital of Ontario.

Start things off with a hearty breakfast, then take part in the children’s bike parade, followed by an afternoon of music. Enjoy a wagon ride to see the sights.

ALL DAY
Craft Market, Children’s Games & Activities, Various Garage Sales, Restored Antique Display, Silent Auction, 50/50 Draw, Face painting, Dry Stone Wall Canada Demonstration and much more!

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time:

Saturday, May 23, 2026 | 8 AM to 4 PM

Scheduled Activities

  • 10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.: Children’s Bike Parade registration at St. James Church (10:15), followed by parade to Centennial Hall (10:30)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Historical horse-drawn wagon rides down Lilac Lane

Food & Beverages

  • 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.: Breakfast hosted by the Beckwith Youth Committee
  • 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: BBQ at Centennial Hall

Entertainment

  • 11:00 a.m.: Highland Dancing Demonstration – Victoria Nichols School of Highland Dance
  • 11:45 a.m.: Magician Mike Conway
  • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Jamie McMunn & Friends

Venue:

Centennial Hall

152 Church St.,
Franktown – Beckwith Twp
Ontario

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