Stop by the Ukranian Hall to discover local vendors, new to you items and a hot Ukranian lunch! 

Come meet our amazing volunteers, learn more about adopting, fostering, and volunteering with Fetch + Releash, and say hello to some of our adoptable dogs, including Kyle, a 1 year old Manitoba mutt looking for his forever home.

While you're there, be sure to:

- Grab a bite at the fundraising BBQ

- Enter the raffle for a chance to win great prizes

- Shop our Fetch + Releash merchandise, with every purchase helping support the dogs in our care

- Learn how you can make a difference through adoption, fostering, or volunteering

Get ready, Brantford… DuckFest is here! 
We’re excited to introduce DuckFest, a brand-new two-day, family-friendly festival in Downtown Brantford in support of Woodview Mental Health + Autism Services. What started as our beloved Catch-A-Ducky event has grown into two afternoons of duck-filled fun, community celebration, live music, games, prizes, and family activities.
Hosted by the Downtown Brantford BIA, DuckFest brings people together in the heart of downtown while shining a spotlight on local businesses, community connection, and a great cause.
 Saturday July 11 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Harmony Square, Brantford Join us for the third annual Catch-A-Ducky event, where Harmony Square will be packed with rubber duck fun for all ages! Enjoy face painting, balloon twisting, games, live music, and 500 numbered rubber ducks in the fountain, each connected to a prize. Prizes include bubbles, small toys, coupons, treats, gift cards, and more.
 Sunday, July 12 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Brants Crossing Park, Brantford The fun continues with our first annual rubber duck race on the Grand River! With 3,000 rubber ducks up for adoption, the first, second, and third ducks to cross the finish line will win monetary prizes. Plus, enjoy more live music, games, and family-friendly festival fun. (Ducks available for adoption starting June 1st, 2026!)
Bring your family, invite your friends, adopt a duck, and help us launch DuckFest with a splash!

Rubber Duck Race Details:

Ducks available for adoption starting June 1st, 2026!

Adoption Options:
1 Duck for: $5
5 Ducks for: $20

Available online only at www.duckfest.ca.

1st place winner will receive $1,800!
2nd place winner will receive $900!
3rd place winner will receive $300!

The draw for Duck Fest 2026 "Rubber Duck" Race will take place on July 12, 2026 at Brant's Crossing Park. The winner will be contacted by Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services to claim their prize!

Oakville Food Truck Festival

Location: Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville

Time: July 11 - 12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. / July 12 - 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The Oakville Food Truck Festival is back in town for 2 DAYS! 30 Food Trucks will be serving up some of the best food from the country, this is a festival you won’t want to miss! Show some of your Oakville love by bringing your friends and family. Oh and don’t forget, there will be FREE ADMISSION, Free Children’s Games, cold beer, delicious food, and local performers geared to entertain the masses!