Two CK Festivals Named Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario

A pair of local events have received provincial recognition.

Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) has released its annual list of the top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario, with Chatham Crowfest and the Thamesville Threshing Festival recognized in the Southwest Ontario Tourism Region.

Submissions from FEO members were received for consideration in the fall of 2025 and were judged by an independent panel of judges. Festivals and events of all kinds from every corner of Ontario were represented in the submissions – from community festivals to internationally recognized events.

Crowfest is a four-day celebration blending community spirit, creativity, and a touch of mystery, honouring Chatham’s unique place in the migratory path of crows. The event will be marking its 5th anniversary in the fall of 2026.

The Thamesville Threshing Festival is one of Chatham-Kent’s marquee summer events, celebrating community, agriculture, and small town pride. This year’s festival, the 51st annual, will take place June 19 and 20 in Ferguson Park.

The Top 100 list was released during the “SUSTAIN” 2026 Festivals & Events Ontario Conference in Kitchener on February 26.

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