MUST DO IN MAY
We’ve rounded up a list of activities and events to check out around the BoQ this month.
Make Your Mother’s Day Market
Venue 1906, Belleville – May 13
Side Hustle Market is back with another Mother’s Day artisan market, featuring over 30 vendors and a free photo booth.
Quinte West Fest
Frankford Tourist Park, Quinte West – May 20
Quinte West Fest kicks off a summer of 25th anniversary celebrations in Quinte West beginning on the Victoria Day weekend. Celebrations will include kids activities, food vendors and an evening concert with Moonsugar followed by fireworks then an outdoor movie.
Mohawk Landing Ceremony
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory – May 21
Join the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte for a reenactment of the 1784 landing of the Mohawks along the shores of the Bay of Quinte, including the paddle-in which will see members of the community will arrive by canoe. Learn more about the history behind it on our blog.
Family FUNfest: Spring Edition
West Zwick’s Park, Belleville – May 27
Discover Belleville is gearing up for another Family FUNfest with lots of interactive displays, entertainers, arts and crafts and attractions. And the best part? Just about everything is free!
Pumped for Patios
Around the region
Warmer days are here and that means our local restaurants are gearing up for patio season. Opening dates vary by business, however, we start to see a lot opening up around the region in May! In need of a little inspiration? Check out our waterfront patios to get started.
Visit a Farmers’ Market
Around the region
Farmers’ Markets are returning! While the Belleville Farmers’ Market is open year-round, the Front Street Farmers’ Market reopens on May 6 and the Codrington Farmers’ Market reopens on May 7. Check them out for locally-grown produce, fresh flowers, baked goods and artisan products.
Toymaker Time Machine
Glanmore National Historic Site, Belleville
Toymaker Time Machine is a behind-the-scenes experience at Belleville’s own National Historic Site. Be a museum-maker and develop some light carpentry skills as you re-create a piece of the past, a historic wooden game to take home.
May Days at Breakout Belleville
Belleville Downtown District – All month long
Breakout Belleville Escape Room and Axe Throwing is offering two games for $35/per person this month.
Park it at Presqu’ile
Brighton
Get some early beach days in at Presqu’ile Provincial Park before the summer crowd picks up. Even if the water is cold, May is a great time to pack a picnic and enjoy the views. If you prefer to be more active, explore their 16 km network of trails and paths.
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