Experience the Magic of Small Town Spirit at the 52nd Annual Yarrow Days!

Welcome to the 52nd Annual Yarrow Days, a celebration of community, tradition, and the great outdoors! Join us for a weekend of family-friendly fun, vibrant festivities, and heartfelt connections all over Yarrow. Mark your calendars for the first weekend of June and prepare for an unforgettable experience. Here's a detailed itinerary to ensure you don't miss a moment of the excitement!

Friday, May 31

5 PM - Dusk: Yarrow Farm Market Kick off the Yarrow Days weekend with the beloved Yarrow Farm Market. Located in the heart of Yarrow at Pioneer Park, 4390 Kehler St., this weekly staple runs from late May to early September. This year, don't miss the Yarrow Volunteer Society table for early bird merchandise sales!

6 PM: Fun Run (or Walk!) Lace-up your sneakers for a Fun Run hosted by Yarrow Fitness. Choose between a 2k walk or a 5k run, starting at the Yarrow Community Centre (4670 Community St.) and ending at the greenspace at Elizabeth & Kehler. Registration begins at 6 PM, and the run starts at 6:15 PM. This event is by donation, with proceeds benefiting the Yarrow Volunteer Society. The first 100 registered participants will receive a free t-shirt sponsored by Dreamscape Painting. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and prizes along the way!

Saturday, June 1

8 AM - 10 AM: Free Pancake Breakfast Start your Saturday with a delicious pancake breakfast at the Yarrow Canadian Reformed Church (42285 Yarrow Central Road). Donations of non-perishable food items for the Salvation Army are welcome. The CRC parking lot will be open for free parking all day.

10 AM: Parade Don’t miss the best small-town parade around! Find your spot early along the route starting at Yarrow Community School (4595 Wilson Rd.), proceeding south on Wilson Rd., then west on Yarrow Central Rd. to Yarrow MB Church (41995 Yarrow Central Rd.). Road closures will be in effect from 9:30 AM to approximately 11:15 AM. Note: Pre-registration is required to participate in the parade.

10 AM - Noon: Krispy Kreme Sales Head over to the Yarrow Alliance Church office (42228 Yarrow Central Rd.) for some delicious Krispy Kreme donuts, sold to raise funds for their upcoming Mexico Missions Trip.

After Parade - 2:30ish: Fire Hall Open House Explore the fire trucks, enjoy water play, and learn about fire safety at the Fire Hall Open House (42385 Yarrow Central Rd.).

After Parade - TBC: Hazelnut Inn Grand Opening Join the celebration at the much-anticipated grand opening of the Hazelnut Inn, a magical boutique hotel crafted by the Imagination Corporation (42402 Yarrow Central Road). Take a free tour and see this enchanting creation for yourself.

After Parade: Boat Show New this year, check out the Boat Show at Extreme Boat Sports (42420 Yarrow Central Rd.) from 11 AM to 4 PM.

11 AM - 3 PM: Party in the Park Gather at Yarrow Pioneer Park (4390 Kehler St.) for an afternoon of entertainment, kids' games, attractions, concessions, merch sales, and a bustling vendor village. The entertainment schedule includes:

• 11:00 AM: Opening Ceremony with the National Anthem by Adi Reitsma, a dignitary welcome, and the presentation of the Yarrow Volunteer Society bursary.

• 11:30 AM: Drumline (TBD)

• 12:00 PM: Little Kings Olive Tree

• 1:00 PM: Bhangra Dancers

• 1:45 PM: Disney Princesses

• 2:30 PM: The Maybelles

8 AM - 12:30 PM: Show & Shine Admire classic cars at the Show & Shine event, now at YUM Church (4336 Eckert St.). Entry is by donation to the Yarrow Volunteer Society. Cars are welcome from 8 AM, but please no early birds!

5 PM - 11 PM: Dine & Dance End the day with a fantastic BBQ chicken dinner, live music from Full Tilt, and dancing under the stars. Held in the park behind the Yarrow Community Centre (4670 Community St.), the evening starts with dinner at 6 PM and the band at 7 PM. Tickets are recommended to be purchased in advance as this event sells out each year.

Sunday, June 2

9 AM - 12 PM: Brunch for All! Enjoy a gourmet brunch with live music at the Yarrow Community Centre (4670 Community St.). The menu includes gourmet breakfast sandwiches, fruit platters, and yogurt & granola. Prices are $6 per person or $24 per family.

11:30 AM: Non-Denominational Church Service in the Park Join the community for a non-denominational church service in Yarrow Pioneer Park (4390 Kehler St.). All are welcome, rain or shine, so bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a serene conclusion to the Yarrow Days weekend.

Come and be a part of the 52nd Annual Yarrow Days—a celebration of small-town spirit, community, and the great outdoors! We can't wait to see you there.