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SUMMARY:2026 Thousand Islands Triathlon & Runs
DESCRIPTION:The annual Thousand Islands Triathlon & Runs is back at Centeen Park in Brockville on Sunday\, August 9th. \nThe event combines swimming\, biking\, and running in a scenic and challenging race\, including a run through Brockville’s historic railway tunnel. The event is open to everyone\, no matter their skill level\, with different lengths\, giving participants flexible options. \nThe Online Registration Deadline (if not already sold out) is Thursday\, August 6th at 6 pm. Sign up before this date to have your name included on the Athlete Wall. After this date\, registration is subject to availability. Some of their races sell out\, so make sure to sign up early! \nThe transition area is in Centeen Park for the fourth year. \nThe Brockville Railway Tunnel is closed to the public from 8:00 am to 11:00 am for the triathlon. \nWater Street East from Park Street and Ford Street and Ford Street from Water Street to King Street will be used for the bike portion of the triathlon and will be closed to traffic between 6:00 am to 11:00 am. \nKing Street East from Park Street to North Augusta Road will also be used for the bike portions of the triathlon and will be closed to traffic from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. \nThe event will feature the Olympic Triathlon\, Olympic Triathlon Relay\, Sprint Duathlon\, Olympic Duathlon\, Olympic Swim Cycle\, 5K Run\, 10K Run\, Sprint Triathlon\, Sprint Triathlon Relay and Try a Tri. \nEverything gets underway at 8:00 am with the Olympic Triathlon and Olympic Swim Cycle. The Sprint Duathlon is at 8:30 am\, while the 10k run starts at 9:00 am followed by the Sprint Triathlon starting at 9:15 am. The 5K run begins at 9:30 am followed by the start of the Try a Tri at 10:00 am. \nSpectators are encouraged to come out and cheer on the athletes\, or plan if you’re travelling through the area during these times. \nFor more information\, please visit: https://www.somersault.ca/event/thousand-islands \n 
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LOCATION:Centeen Park\, 85 Water St E\, Brockville
CATEGORIES:Community Events,General Events,Sports/Recreation
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SUMMARY:188th Merrickville Fair
DESCRIPTION:The 188th edition of the Merrickville Fair is set for August 7th to 9th. \nHosted by the Merrickville Agricultural Society\, there will be Livestock Shows\, Horse Shows\, Kids Zone\, Lumberjack Shows\, Exhibit Hall\, & more.
URL:https://hometowntv12.ca/event/188th-merrickville-fair/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Merrickville Fairgrounds\, 446 Main St W\, Merrickville\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Entertainment/Music/Theatre,Festivals/Fairs,General Events
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SUMMARY:Annual South Grenville Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:The annual South Grenville Bluegrass Festival began Thursday evening at the Spencerville Fairgrounds and continues until this Sunday August 9th. \nSome of the bands performing will include\, County Road 44\, Dave Adkins\, Maple Hill\, Dusty Drifters\, Nelson Family\, Woodsmoke Band\, Tyler Comeau & Highway 10\, Edgar Loudermilk Band\, Third Harmony\, The Fiddlaires\, Maple Sugar Sweethearts and more. \nThe festival began Thursday night featuring a Band Scramble\, County Road 44 and Dave Adkins. \nThe festival continues today from 1:00 pm until 10:30pm. The opening ceremonies are being held at 6:45pm this evening. \nSaturday it runs from 10:00 am until 10:30pm and on Sunday from 10:00 am to12:30pm. \nAdmission is daily pass\, Thursday is $30\, Friday\, $40\, Saturday $60 and Sunday $20. The weekend pass is $150. \nFor more information and tickets please visit: https://southgrenvillebluegrassfestival.ca/
URL:https://hometowntv12.ca/event/annual-south-grenville-bluegrass-festival/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Spencerville Fairgrounds\, 22 Ryan St\,\, Spencerville\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Entertainment/Music/Theatre,Festivals/Fairs,General Events
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SUMMARY:Brockville Ribfest
DESCRIPTION:August 7\, 8 & 9\, 2026 \nHardy Park\, Brockville \nThe 24th annual Brockville Ribfest is back this year from August 7th to 9th at Hardy Park in Brockville. \nThe region’s most beloved summer tradition introduces a new chapter of community impact as the event now proudly supports the local Boys and Girls Club (BGC South East) for the first time. \n“Brockville Ribfest has always been about celebrating community\, tradition\, and summer in our region\,” says Bev Heuving\, Director of Programs & Evaluation at BGC South East. “This year\, we are especially proud to have the event support BGC South East and the new programs in STEM and mentorship they are bringing to children and youth in Leeds & Grenville.” \nThis year’s Ribfest will feature six ribbers\, Silver Bullet Bar-B-Q\, Ribs Royal\, Billy Bones BBQ\, Dinosaur Smokehouse\, Jack The Ribber and Crabby’s BBQ Shack. \nAs well\, there will be a Kids Zone\, a Vendor Village\, Food Booths\, and a Beer Garden. \nThe popular Rib Eating Contest is back start at 6:00pm on Friday\, August 7th\, the Brockville Hyundai Beach Volleyball Tournament starts at 8:30am on Saturday\, the Cops & Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday starts at 9:00am\, the Arm Wrestling Competition on Saturday starts at 11:00 am and the Ribfest Idol Competition begins at 5:00 pm on Saturday. \nTo register for the Beach Volleyball Tournament and Rib Eating Contest please visit: https://ribfestbrockville.ca/ \nSunday will see the Fairytale Loft Meet and Greet from 11:00am to 1:00pm\, C&M Ranch Pony Rides from 11:00am to 3:00pm. \nThis year’s live entertainment lineup is: \nFriday: \n\n12:00PM: Bradley Smith\n2:00PM: Sue Prosser\n4:00PM: Whiskey Smoke\n6:00PM: Rib Eating Contest\n7:00PM: Country Rocks\n9:00PM: Los Desperadoes\n\nSaturday: \n\n12:00PM: Mark Bergman\n1:00PM: Ribfest Idol 2025 Winner – Fergus Graves\n3:00PM: Ribfest Idol 2026 Competition\n5:00PM: The Lads\n7:00PM: One Eyed Dawgs\n9:00PM: The Oreoz\n\nSunday: \n\n11:00AM: School of Rock\n1:00PM: Duo Loco\n3:00PM: 2026 Ribber Awards\n4:00PM: River City Junction\n\nBrockville Ribfest is also looking for volunteers to help out: \n\nEvent Setup/Teardown\nCanteen – cook or sell hotdogs\, prepare corn and sell drinks\nParking – monitor parking lot/barricades\nBeer Tent – must have smart serve\nKids Zone – monitor bounce houses and games\nTable/Site Cleaning\n\n“Community support is what makes this event possible year after year. Together\, we’re not only continuing a 24-year tradition — we’re also helping build stronger futures for local youth\,” Heuving adds. \nFor more information please visit: https://ribfestbrockville.ca/ or their Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/brockvilleribfest
URL:https://hometowntv12.ca/event/brockville-ribfest/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Hardy Park\, Water Street\, Brockville\, Ontario\, Canada
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