Brighton Applefest facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brighton Applefest |
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| Begins | September 24, 2021 |
| Ends | September 27, 2021 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Location(s) | Brighton, Ontario, Canada |
| Years active | 49–50 |
| Attendance | 30000 |
The Brighton Applefest is a super fun yearly event in Brighton, Ontario, Canada. It celebrates the town and its connection to delicious apples! This festival happens every year during the last week of September. It's Brighton's biggest event, attracting thousands of visitors.
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Discover the Brighton Applefest!
How Did Applefest Begin?
The Brighton Applefest started way back in 1975. Local shop owners in Brighton created it. Their main goal was to show off the Brighton area. They also wanted to celebrate the town's strong link to apples.
What Fun Things Can You Do?
Applefest offers many exciting activities for everyone. A big highlight is the lively parade. There's also a street festival where you can find fresh foods. You can also buy cool local crafts.
Other fun things include hayrides, which are rides on a wagon pulled by a tractor. You can see a cool classic car show. There's live music to enjoy. Kids will love the special children's amusement park. Many vendors also sell unique local arts and crafts.
How Many People Visit?
This festival is very popular! It can attract up to 30,000 visitors each year. In 2011, about 20,000 people attended. That year, the festival did not have the usual car show.
Recent Years
The festival took a break in 2020. But don't worry, it returned in 2021!
