AppleFest 2026 at Markham Museum

Get ready for a spectacular celebration at AppleFest presented by Don Valley North Toyota! Join Markham Museum for their signature AppleFest celebration on Saturday, September 19th from 10 AM to 5 PM as the Museum’s 25-acre site is transformed into a vibrant festival filled with fresh apple cider, family-friendly activities, local businesses, talented artisans, and all things apples! AppleFest presented by Don Valley North Toyota is your destination for an unforgettable experience featuring: Cider Making – See our fully functioning cider mill in action for one day only! Sample and take home your very own fresh pressed cider. Vendor Market – a wide variety of hand-crafted artisanal goods, treats, and more from small businesses found across our site. Food & Drink - Enjoy a diverse array of mouth-watering food and beverages including event-special apple-flavoured goodies. Live Entertainment and Shows - Experience a vibrant lineup of local entertainment, emerging artists, and lively shows. Family Fun - Hop on our scenic Don Valley North Trolley trackless train presented by Don Valley North Toyota, play a round of mini golf, enjoy inflatable fun, challenge friends and family to lawn games, participate in apple-themed activities, and more coming! Immersive Historical Experiences - Witness the blacksmith shop and print shop come to life as historical artisans demonstrate their skills and gets hands-on with
apple schnitzing. Hands-On Exhibition Spaces - Explore engaging exhibitions like our “Everyday Superheroes” exhibition, "A Picture of Markham - The Art of Pat Wheeler," and the reimagined "Markham Community Makers”. *NEW* Craft Workshops - discover a new skill from the past and take a customized keepsake home including shaping your own pottery piece (additional cost $), leatherwork, and weaving. *NEW* Dog Zone - Let your pup pick out their new favourite accessory, treat, outfit, and more! Don't miss out on a sniff and search exploration through our Barn Hunt with treats sponsored by Global Pet Foods York Region. *NEW* The Ultimutts Animal
Actors Show - The Ultimutts presents: The Ultimutts Animal Actors Show! Their 4-legged CAT and DOG celebrities will showcase how to bring a character to life on the big screen. The stunt performers are the daredevils of the movie world! Their Stunt cat/dog team will showcase some incredible stunts like; jump rope, skateboard ramps, scooters, handstands and tight rope walking! and more to be announced at MarkhamMuseum.ca/Applefest!