Yellow Air Quality Warning

The Air Quality Warning has been downgraded to Yellow due to improving smoke conditions. However, smoke from wildfires in Northern Ontario may return later today or this evening.
During heavy smoke conditions, everyone’s health is at risk regardless of their age or health status.
Please take precautions to stay safe:
  • Keep yourself, your family members and pets indoors as much as possible and keep windows and doors closed.
  • Limit time outdoors. Reschedule or cancel outdoor sports, activities, and events.
  • Check on family members, friends, and neighbours who may be more vulnerable to poor air quality.
  • Always follow guidance from local authorities.
If you need a place to cool off and/or get relief from the smoke, relief locations are available at the Selwyn Public Library branches during operating hours.
Stay informed by monitoring local weather and air quality updates.

Total Burn Ban in Effect

Effective immediately, the Selwyn Township Fire Department has issued a Total Burn Ban until further notice due to hazardous air quality cause by smoke from the wildfires in Northern Ontario. 

With the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) reaching 10 (Very High Risk), all burning has been prohibited to help protect public health, reduce additional smoke in the community, and minimize the risk of fire. All existing burn permits are now void.

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Water Restrictions in Effect for Lakefield & Woodland Acres

Each year, we ask you to follow lawn watering restrictions to ensure there is enough water for everyone. Non-compliance may result in a $50 surcharge on your water bill under By-Law 2010-045.

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Family Fun Day Rescheduled to Sunday, July 19 as Part of Ennismore Shamrock Festival

The Ennismore Shamrock Festival Committee and Selwyn Township have made the difficult decision to reschedule the Family Fun Day, originally planned for Saturday, July 18, to Sunday, July 19, due to forecasted weather conditions.
The decision has been made out of an abundance of caution, with the health and safety of festival attendees, volunteers, vendors and staff remaining the highest priority.
Family Fun Day will now take place on Sunday, July 19 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Robert E. Young Recreation Complex, alongside the Truck & Tractor Pull and Craft Show, creating a full day of family-friendly activities and entertainment.

Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival

Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival

Saturday, July 11, 2026

10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Isabel Morris Park, Lakefield Ontario

Welcome to the 2026 Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival, a vibrant summer celebration of live jazz music, artisan craftsmanship, and food culture set beside the scenic Otonabee River in beautiful Lakefield. Join us Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 10 PM at Isabel Morris Park for an unforgettable outdoor festival experience for all ages. 

Musical Line-Up

11:00 AM Carpe Noctem

12:50 PM Dixie Demons

2:40 PM Carling Stephen

4:30 PM Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet

6:20 PM SNAGGLE

8:10 PM The Keith Guy Band

Carpe Noctem

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The Dixie Demons

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Carling Stephen

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Steve Holt Jazz Impact Quintet

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SNAGGLE

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The Keith Guy Band

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Festival Vendros

Explore more than 30 talented artisans and crafters at this year's festival. Browse handmade goods, unique art, and one-of-a-kind creations, then grab a bite from one of the delicious food vendors.

Festival Vendors

Festival Sponsors

Thank You to Our Sponsors

The Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their commitment helps us bring together music, art, food, and community for an unforgettable celebration in the heart of Lakefield.

We are proud to recognize the organizations and businesses that make this festival possible.

Platinum Sponsor

CIBC Pyle Wealth Advisory

Gold Sponsors

Darling Insurance

Durable Fence

Lakeflower Family Dental

Leahy's Farm & Market

Moodie Plaza

Peterborough Police Board

Stewart Homes Ltd.

Sullivan Law Ptbo

Silver Sponsors

LLF Lawyers

Nightingale Nursing Registry Ltd.

Paris Marine

Savage Arms (Canada) Inc.

Scott Concrete

Sunrock Group Inc.

Treescape

Bronze Sponsors

Commercial Press and Design

Cottage Toys

Fox Law

Jack's Family Restaurant

Kawartha Home Hardware Lakefield

Lakefield Foodland

Lakefield IDA

Lakeshore Designs

Mark's Peterborough & Lindsay

Nexicom

R&J Machine

Village Inn Lakefield

Village Pharmacy Lakefield

Contibutors

Triple T Holdings Ltd.

Contact Information

For more information, contact the Selwyn Township Recreation Services Department at 705-292-9507 ext. 243 or email the Recreation Services Coordinator.

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