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Sunny, warm weather greets crowd at summer kick-off in downtown Kincardine

Liz DadsonBy: Liz Dadson  May 18, 2026
Sunny, warm weather greets crowd at summer kick-off in downtown Kincardine

It was perfect weather on the long weekend as a great crowd turned out for "A Taste of Summer" in downtown Kincardine, including the first Monday Market in the Park, as well as Kincardine Tourism's Lakeside Launch in Victoria Park.

It was sunny, warm and windy Saturday, as people were greeted with music along Queen Street. Various community groups set up displays beside several food trucks in Victoria Park, and the children enjoyed the Amazing Andy Magic Show. There was live music at Queen's Look-out in the evening.

Sunday featured a car show, pipe band parade, face-painting, and the official opening of patio season.

Monday brought hot, sunny weather as a huge crowd jammed Victoria Park for the first Market in the Park. There were long line-ups for the sweet treats provided by the Back Forty Baker, Fizzie's Dirty Soda Bar, and Griffin's Sweet Sensations, among others.

The event also featured balloon animals by the Amazing Andy, and Evan Ruzycky and his Garlic Chop, along with numerous vendors selling produce, honey, smoked and cured meats, hats, clothing, and so much more.

Market in the Park runs every Monday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., now through to Sept. 7.

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Hilary Holmes (left) and Jess Rivett of Kincardine serve some refreshing beverages at Fizzie's Dirty Soda Bar, Monday morning, at the Market in the Park, part of A Taste of Summer, in Victoria Park|
Serving the crowd of customers, are Christine Bridge (left) and Becca Farrell of the Back Forty Baker|
It's a long line-up for the delicious treats at the Back Forty Baker in the park|
Checking out some items at RC Pewter of Palmerston, during Market in the Park, are Robin (left), 9, Jacqui, Zach and Casey Hillerby, 7, all of Kincardine|
Amazing Andy (right) makes a balloon bunny for Veronica Hergott (centre), 19 months old, with her mother, Keira, of Point Clark|
Evan Ruzycky of Mississauga promotes The Garlic Chip at the park|
Jerry Grieve (left) chats with Ken MacDonald, both of Kincardine, at Market in the Park|
A huge crowd enjoys the sunshine and warmth at Market in the Park|
Serving some of the best food in town, are John Adams (left), Bruce Aranjo and James Adams at the newly-opened Big John's Smash and Smoke in downtown Kincardine|
Young and old, alike, enjoy the music of Peter King of Kincardine, at Bankers' Alley in downtown Kincardine, Saturday morning, during A Taste of Summer|
Maitland Holler of Goderich perform in Victoria Park, Saturday|
Food on the Move draws a long line of customers, Saturday|
David Hoogenboom (left) of Kincardine sports a Kincardine Reunion 2028 hat, courtesy of Kait Young, Ashley Hogenboom and Chloe Skinner, in Victoria Park, Saturday morning|
Brenda (left) and Charles Waud promote the Kincardine Scottish Festival in the park, Saturday morning|
The Bruce County Public Library Bookmobile is a popular attraction for children|
People check out the newly-refurbished fountain in Victoria Park, Saturday|

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Liz Dadson is the founder and editor of the Kincardine Record and has been in the news business since 1986.



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