AppleFest 2026 presented by Don Valley North Toyota!

Save the Date for AppleFest 2026 - September 19th!

Get ready for a spectacular celebration at AppleFest presented by Don Valley North Toyota!

Join us for our signature AppleFest celebration on Saturday, September 19th from 10 AM to 5 PM as we transform the Museum’s 25-acre site 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 - Experience a vibrant lineup of local entertainment, emerging artists, and lively performances.

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!

Photo Areas - Stroll through various locations across our grounds and capture Instagram-worthy moments #AppleFest2026

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* Heritage Craft Workshops - discover a new skill from the past and take a customized keepsake home.

*NEW* Dog Zone - bring your furry best friend and get ready for some tail-wagging fun in partnership with Markham Dog Alliance.

More Information and Tickets Coming Soon...

Vendor Applications: Fill out our vendor application form to be considered for this year’s AppleFest!
Sponsorship Opportunities: Please visit our sponsorship page for more details and information.

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