Mark your calendars for July 18–20, 2025, as the charming hamlet of Ennismore hosts the beloved Ennismore Shamrock Festival at the picturesque Robert E. Young Recreation Complex (553 Ennis Road)
A Proud Legacy
With roots dating back to 1967, this annual festival was born from Ennismore’s Centennial celebrations and has flourished into a vibrant showcase of local pride, community spirit, and wholesome family fun.
Weekend Highlights
Friday, July 18 (4–7 PM)
Kick off the weekend with a Garage & Bake Sale next door at the Ennismore Curling Club (555 Ennis Road).
Try your hand at street curling—a fun way to start the festival!
Saturday, July 19 (10 AM–2 PM)
Family Fun Day — Free entry!
BBQ feast: peameal bacon buns, burgers, hot dogs, refreshing drinks
Delicious treats: Beavertails, Snowie Sno-Cones, and lemonade
Kid-friendly attractions: bouncy castles, obstacle courses, petting zoo
Sports tournaments: youth soccer and rookie ball organized by the Optimist Club
Garage & Bake Sale continues next door (9 AM–2 PM)
Sunday, July 20 (from 11 AM)
Craft Show inside the Community Centre (2 $ admission)
Truck & Tractor Pull spreads excitement with powerful engines from tractor classes through to street semi highway trucks — starts at noon. Admission is $10 (kids 12 & under free), cash only
On-site licensed event & food vendors, featuring Jesse’s Tap & Grill, Beavertails, and Snowie
Headlining the Tractor Pull
The Sunday Tractor Pull is a fan favorite for horsepower fans.
Gates open at 9 AM, registration 10–11:30 AM, and pulling begins at noon
Participants – don’t forget your hitch! Follows OTTPA rules; no drones allowed
Multiple pulling classes—from 4,500 lb vintage tractors to demo street semi trucks
Sponsors & Volunteers
This festival thrives thanks to a host of generous community sponsors—from Platinum supporters like Eastlink, Todd Equipment, Young Aggregates, and Youwin Topsoil, to numerous local businesses across all levels
Interested in supporting the festival?
Volunteers, vendors, and sponsors are always welcome—opportunities range from Platinum to Sponsor Plus tiers, offering promotional perks and complimentary passes
Why Attend?
A Multigenerational Celebration: fun for kids, nostalgia for adults, and something for every age in between.
Discover Local Culture: an ideal snapshot of Ennismore’s vibrant community life in Selwyn Township
Support and Connect: mingle with neighbors, support local talents, and enjoy delicious regional fare under sunny July skies.
Plan Your Visit
Dates & Location: July 19–20, 2025 at Robert E. Young Recreation Complex, Ennismore
Pricing: Saturday is free; Sunday’s Craft Show ($2) and Tractor Pull ($10, under-12s free)
Payment: Tractor Pull admission is cash only
Bring your friends, family, and community spirit. Whether you're in it for the thrill of the pull, the charm of a craft show, or just a great bun and Beavertail, the Ennismore Shamrock Festival delivers.
See you there!