ST. MARYS KINSMEN
SUMMERFEST 2025
Summerfest, a beloved tradition in St. Marys, is back and is bigger. better. Join us on Thursday July 3rd, Friday July 4th, and Saturday July 5th (midway continues on July 6th).
As the pinnacle family-friendly event of the year, it promises a weekend filled with excitement and cherished memories. This year, we have endeavored to make Summerfest BIGGER. BETTER. A bigger stage and additional live music will make this an event to remember.
This year and more than ever - we need your support!
Please help us out by considering a sponsorship donation/an advance midway ticket - your support is greatly appreciated.
SPONSORSHIP & DONATIONS
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS! WITHOUT YOU, THIS WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE!
If you want to make a donation to Summerfest and/or other St. Marys Kinsmen initiatives, click HERE to donate!
SUMMERFEST DETAILS
MAGICAL MIDWAYS
Magical Midways at Summerfest 2024!
Magical Midways will be on site July 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th
ANTICIPATED HOURS OF OPERATION ARE:
THURSDAY - BY 6:00PM - LATE
FRIDAY - BY 5:00PM - LATE
SATURDAY - 12:00PM - LATE
SUNDAY - 12:00PM - EVENING
(WE HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT AS LONG AS THERE IS A CROWD, THEY WILL REMAIN OPEN! COME ON DOWN!)
Note: Carnival hours will vary at the operator’s discretion due to weather and/or other events. This is beyond our control.
Tickets for the midway are $25 (if purchased in advance), or, $35 at the ticket booth. Tickets can be purchased online and picked up at Broken Rail Brewing starting June 23rd.
As this is a fundraiser, there will be NO REFUNDS on any tickets purchased.
LIVE MUSIC & REFRESHMENT TENT
Enjoy the refreshment tent on Thursday July 3rd, Friday July 4th and Saturday July 5th. See pricing below!
All drinks are $8.00. Drink tickets to be purchased on site. (Card will be accepted. However, we do recommend bringing cash, just in case!)
THURSDAY JULY 3RD - 7:00PM - 1:00AM
FRIDAY JULY 4TH - 7:00PM - 1:00AM+
SATURDAY JULY 5TH - 11:00AM - 1:00AM+
(*hours are subject to change)
LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY JULY 3RD - ROCKIN’ THURSDAY NIGHT
8:00pm - 1:00am
Roy’s Garage (10:30PM-12:00AM_
Steph Martin & Good Company (8:00PM-10:00PM)
Late Night Food - KIN-KITCHEN
FRIDAY JULY4TH - A COUNTRY FRIDAY NIGHT!
8:00PM - 1:00AM
Janna Leduc (8:00PM-10:00PM)
Colt McLauchlin (10:30PM-12:30AM)
Late Night Food - KIN-KITCHEN
SATURDAY JULY 5TH - HOMETOWN SATURDAY NIGHT!
1:00PM - 5:00pm - Open Mic with Steph Martin
7:00PM - 8:00PM - Stacey + Alex
8:30PM - 10:00PM - Max Smith
10:30PM-12:30AM - Darcy John
Late Night Food - KIN-KITCHEN
3RD ANNUAL CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT &
1ST ANNUAL TUG-OF-WAR COMPETITION!
*** PRE-REGISTER NOW! ***
Our 3rd annual cornhole tournament and 1st annual co-ed tug-of-war will be held on Saturday July 5th from approximately 1:00pm - 6:00pm (exact timing for both events to be confirmed). Singles and doubles for cornhole, co-ed teams for tug-of-war.
Cornhole 2023 Fun!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Q: IS THERE TRANSPORTATION?
A: Yes, there will be free bus transportation from Milt Dunnell Field (The Flats) Friday and Saturday evenings. The bus will do drop-offs at the PRC, hospital and Cadzow park to provide a safe ride home.
Q: WHAT IF THERE IS RAIN?
A: This is a rain or shine event. If there is lightning, start time may be delayed, or, may result in the cancellation of an event. We will keep everyone updated via social media as required. (Instagram/Facebook)
Q: WHAT IF I CAN NO LONGER ATTEND THE MIDWAY AND I ALREADY PURCHASED A TICKET?
A: Tickets are non-refundable. As this is a fundraiser, we thank you for your contribution and hope you can find someone else to utilize the ticket.
Q: IS THE MIDWAY GEARED TOWARDS YOUNGER KIDS AGAIN?
A: The midway is the same company as last year and there will be rides for all age groups. They have also indicated there will be more rides. However, we cannot guarantee the exact rides/games that will be provided.
Q: WILL THERE BE WASHROOMS ON SITE?
A: Yes, there will be a number of portable washrooms on site.
Q: DO YOU HAVE TO BE 18+ TO WATCH THE BANDS?
A: No! New for 2025, we are offering an under 18 and/or designated driver pass.
Q: WILL THERE BE WASHROOMS ON SITE?
A: Yes! There will be port-a-potties on site for use.
Q: CAN I BRING DOGS?
A: YOU CAN BRING DOGS TO MILT DUNNELL FIELD/THE MIDWAY AREA. DOGS CAN’T BE BROUGHT INTO THE FENCED CONCERT AREA.
Q: WHERE DO I PICK UP TICKETS?
A: YOU CAN PICK UP MIDWAY VOUCHERS AT BROKEN RAIL BREWING. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PICK UP ADVANCE CONCERT PASSES. JUST SHOW UP, AND WE WILL HAVE YOUR ORDER/INFORMATION!
Q: IS THERE DEBIT/CREDIT PAYMENT OPTIONS AVAILABLE?
A: YES, THERE WILL BE FOR TICKET PURCHASES AND FOOD. HOWEVER, WE RECOMMEND BRINGING CASH AS SOMETIMES THE SIGNAL CAN BE WEAK/TECHNICAL ISSUES CAN OCCUR. THERE WILL BE NO ATM ON SITE. CLOSEST ATM’S ARE ON QUEEN STREET (MERIDIAN, TD, SCOTIABANK, RBC, BMO).
Q: WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO?
A: LIKE ALL KINSMEN EVENTS, ALL PROFITS AND DONATIONS GO BACK INTO THE LOCAL ST. MARYS COMMUNITY THROUGH VARIOUS PROJECTS AND SPONSORSHIPS!
Q: IS THE ST. MARYS FARMERS MARKET IMPACTED?
A: NO! THE FARMERS MARKET WILL GO ON AS PLANNED AT MILT DUNNELL FIELD. THERE MAY BE INCREASED TRAFFIC.