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Weekend see and do: Ribfest, classic car show top list

A list of things to see and do in and around Guelph this weekend
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Silver Bullet ribs vendor turning ribs on the grill at a previous Ribfest event. File photo/GuelphToday

Friday, Aug. 26

Guelph Ribfest

Riverside Park, 709 Woolwich St.; 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The annual Guelph Ribfest is back with seven vendors cooking up ribs. There will be live music and a car show. Bring your own water bottle!

FIERCE on the FARM

Everdale Community Teaching Farm, 5812 6th Line, Erin. Starts at 7 p.m., 

A two night queer camping and music event with a host of DJ sets and dancing. Tickets at $40 per night.

Saturday, Aug. 27

Guelph Farmer's Market

2 Gordon St.; 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Local vendors selling food and drinks like Queen of Cups, Doug's Honey, Revel Cider and more.

Breakfast from the Farm 

Grand River Raceway at 7445 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora; 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

A breakfast and goodie bag are included in the $5 ticket price. Tickets can be purchased at the event until they sell out. It is a walk-through event to support local farmers with displays of farmer equipment, livestock and educational booths.

Guelph Handmade Market in the Park

Royal City Park at 139 Gordon St.; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Local artisans and craft makers sell their goods like jewellery, bath bombs, apparel and other gifts.

Wellness in the Park

Riverside Park at 709 Woolwich St.; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bootcamp workout followed by a yoga class. Along with activities for children and beauty samples.

Guelph Ribfest

Riverside Park at 709 Woolwich St.; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

The annual Guelph Ribfest is back with seven vendors cooking up ribs. There will be live music and a car show.

Ukrainian Church luncheon and fundraiser

St. Mary's Ukrainian Church on 115 York Rd.; 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

A plate of four perogies, two cabbage rolls, one sausage and a pickle is $20. Money will help go towards humanitarian relief in Ukraine.

Japanese drumming ensemble Nagata Shachu

Branion Plaza at the University of Guelph campus on 50 Stone Rd.; 6 p.m. start time

Toronto-based ensemble will be drumming as part of The International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation and its improvisation festival.

Guelph Royals vs, Hamilton Cardinals 

Hastings Stadium at 70 Division St.; 7:35 p.m. 

Game 1 of their Intercounty Baseball League best-of-five quarter-final playoff series.

Saturday Social Dances

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre at 683 Woolwich St.; 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Social venue for those who enjoy dancing. Open to all ages. Tickets are $15 at the door or can be purchased in advance.

FIERCE on the FARM

Everdale Community Teaching Farm, 5812 6th Line, Erin.

A two night queer camping and music event with a host of DJ sets and dancing. Tickets at $40 per night.

Sunday, Aug. 28

Aberfoyle Antique Market

57 Brock Rd. S.; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This is Canada's oldest antique market, started in 1961. There are over 100 vendors selling collectibles, antiques, art and furniture.

Guelph Yoga Fest

Linamar's Frank Hasenfratz Centre on 700 Woodlawn Rd. W.; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This event features yoga classes and wellness vendors. A portion of the proceeds with be donated to Hospice Wellington. Half-day passes are $59 and full-day passes are $99. Tickets can be purchased online.

Guelph Ribfest

Riverside Park at 709 Woolwich St.; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The annual Guelph Ribfest is back with seven vendors cooking up ribs. There will be live music and a car show.

FIERCE on the FARM

Everdale Community Teaching Farm, 5812 6th Line, Erin. Ends at noon

A two night queer camping and music event with a host of DJ sets and dancing.

46th Annual Antique and Classic Car Show

Wellington County Museum and Archives on 0536 Wellington County Rd 18, Fergus; 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Car enthusiasts show of their unique antique cars.

Walking as Remapping

At Royal City Park on 151 Gordon St.; 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Exploring the Speed River by making crafts along the way. Program for children ages five to 10.


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