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Events Description
Come out to Markham Museum’s annual Applefest! This year, we’re transforming our 25-acre facility into a vibrant hub of local businesses, skilled artisans, and engaging activities that support our community’s economic development.
New this year!
- We’re proud to be partnering with Rouge River Brewing Company to give our guests a refreshed AppleFest experience.
- We’re thrilled to be bringing back live entertainment to AppleFest this year, presented by School of Rock Markham!
- We are excited to unveil our new 500ML Grab n’ Go bottle of fresh-pressed apple cider at AppleFest 2024! This convenient size is perfect for those on the move, offering all the delicious taste of our traditional 2L bottle in a more portable package. Both sizes will be available for purchase throughout the day while supplies last.
Activities:
Join us for a spectacular event full of excitement, flavour, and discovery! AppleFest 2024 is your destination for an unforgettable experience featuring:
🎪 Interactive Exhibitions & Live Demonstrations: Experience history in action and step into the past with live demos and hands-on activities like apple schnitzing.
🍔 Delicious Eats: Enjoy a diverse array of mouth-watering food and beverage favourites in our Brews and Bites section powered by Rouge River Brewing Company.
🎤 Live Entertainment: Experience a vibrant lineup of live entertainment throughout the duration of the event, presented by School of Rock Markham.
🚂 Family Fun: Hop on our scenic Don Valley North Trolley trackless train, presented by WEINS Auto Group. Bounce around in the Inflatable and Games Area, get your face painted, and play mini-golf. More experiences will be teased as we get closer to the event date. Stay tuned to our socials (@markhammuseum) and our website for more announcements.
📸 Memory Makers: Stroll through various destinations on our grounds and capture your memories with us.
🏛️ Immersive Historical Experiences: Witness the blacksmith shop, print shop, and textile studio come to life as historical artisans demonstrate their skills.
🍏 Cider Making & Pottery Workshops: Learn the art and science of cider making with live demonstrations, and participate in pottery workshops guided by a skilled potter.
🖼️ Hands-On Exhibition Spaces: Explore engaging exhibitions like “A Picture of Markham – The Art of Pat Wheeler,” the reimagined “From the Ground-up” archaeology exhibit, and can’t-miss STEAM-based exhibits “Markham Moves” and “Markham Community Makers.”
🌿Explore 25 Acres of Fun: With immersive programming, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Join us for a journey through history, food, fun, and entertainment for the whole family!
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Children 0 to 3 years old – Free
Youth 4 to 18 years old – $11
Adults 19 to 59 years old – $14
Older Adults 60+ – $12
AppleFest ticket including pottery session – $35
*Tickets purchased day of the event through Markham Museum POS system will increase by $2. Online Zeffy ticket prices will remain the same.
How to get tickets?
At the door
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 10 AM to 4 PM
Venue & Address :
Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Road (Former Hwy. 48), Markham
ON, L3P 3J3
Free Parking
Parking at the Markham Museum is limited. Additional parking available within walking distance at the Mount Joy GO Station.
Is there going to be a Markham Applefest next month? The regular site keeps saying to be determined, but it’s only a month away. I hope they are going to open the museum park this year.