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Shiretown Festival

The Shiretown Festival is a multi-day community event held in Dorchester, Canada, from Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, June 14, 2026. It features a diverse program of activities for all ages, including a kids' parade, bike rodeo, community yard sale, art events, and a car show.

Date
Jun 11-14, 2026
Location
Dorchester
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Shiretown Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Opening ceremony with Citizen of the Year award
  • Kids’ parade
  • Bike rodeo
  • Community-wide yard sale
The Shiretown Festival is an annual multi-day community celebration designed to bring Dorchester, Canada, alive with a wide range of activities for all ages. Scheduled to run from Thursday, June 11, to Sunday, June 14, 2026, the festival offers a packed lineup of public events.

The festival kicks off with an opening ceremony on Thursday evening, which includes the presentation of a Citizen of the Year award at the Village Square, followed by a bike rodeo and a Beavers and Cubs 'bring-a-friend' dance. Throughout the weekend, attendees can enjoy activities such as a kids’ parade, a community-wide yard sale, art events at Station 8, and a games afternoon.

Additional highlights include a breakfast, various vendors and games at the square, an afternoon parade, a cake auction, and an open house at the fire hall. Live music performances are also part of the program, featuring artists like Drew Moore. A weekend-long book sale runs from Thursday through Saturday afternoon, with the festival concluding on Sunday afternoon with a car show.

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