August 1, 2026
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The Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival returns Saturday, Aug. 15, welcoming locals and visitors, alike, for a day of shopping, discovering local vendors, and connecting with the people behind the products.
Held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ripley-Huron Community Centre, the annual festival brings together more than 50 local artisans, makers, bakers, and food producers, showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship, and agricultural roots that make the area unique.
Whether you're searching for handcrafted gifts, unique artwork, home décor, baked goods, local food products or one-of-a-kind treasures, there's something for everyone to discover. The festival also provides an opportunity to meet the artisans and producers, support local businesses, and enjoy a relaxed summer outing in Ripley.
This year's event also marks the next step in an exciting evolution. Over the coming years, the festival will gradually transition to The Back Forty Bazaar, becoming part of Huron-Kinloss Township's "Secrets of the Back Forty" tourism brand. While the name will evolve, the heart of the festival remains the same: celebrating everything handmade, homegrown and locally inspired.
"Visitors can expect the same welcoming community festival they've come to love, with even more opportunities to discover the incredible makers, artisans and food producers that make our local community special," says Amy Irwin, township economic development officer.
Admission is $2 per person, with children, under age five, admitted free.
For more information, including a list of participating vendors, visit:
www.huronkinloss.com/explore-and-play/ripley-food-art-and-craft-festival/.
For vendor spotlights, and updates on local businesses, tourism, and community events in Huron-Kinloss, follow Discover Huron-Kinloss on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DiscoverHuronKinloss
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