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For three days in June, thousands of people from Blackburn and outlying areas will be at the annual Blackburn Funfair!

06/03/2026

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The Blackburn FunFair is almost here! Here are a few helpful things to know before the weekend begins:

📅 Event Hours
Friday, June 5 • 5 PM – 11 PM
Saturday, June 6 • 8 AM – 11 PM
Sunday, June 7 • 9:30 AM – 3 PM

📍 Location
200 Glen Park Drive
(Lois Kemp Arena and surrounding grounds)

FREE admission!
[Cash, debit, and credit accepted]

Pre-purchased inflatable ride bracelets can be picked up at the Blackburn Public Library

🏥 Medical services are available inside the arena
🔍 Lost & Found is located at the volunteer booth inside the arena

Parade Reminder:
Bearbrook Road will be closed between Louis Riel High School and the Blackburn Arena from approximately 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM on Saturday during the parade.

Don't forget to bring lawn chairs, sunscreen, hats, and water bottles!

Be sure to grab a copy of the FunFair schedule so you don't miss any of the rides, games, entertainment, live music, fireworks, and family activities happening throughout the weekend!
🔗 https://www.blackburnfunfair.ca/event-schedule/

We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing FunFair weekend!

06/02/2026

🤝 The Blackburn FunFair is powered by community support

A heartfelt thank you to our Bronze Sponsors and Community Supporters for helping make this year's FunFair possible!

From local businesses and organizations to elected officials and community partners, every contribution helps us create an affordable, welcoming weekend filled with activities, entertainment, and memories for families across Blackburn.

The Blackburn FunFair has been bringing our community together for over 50 years, and that simply wouldn't be possible without the generosity and support of so many people who believe in what this event means to our neighbourhood.

Thank you for helping make this year's FunFair another special community celebration!

06/01/2026

🎉 THIS WEEKEND! 🎉

The Blackburn FunFair returns June 5–7 with a full weekend of community fun for all ages!

• Carnival games, wreck rooms & inflatable rides
• Live music all weekend long
• Fireworks Saturday night at 10PM
• World Cup Soccer-themed Parade Saturday at 10AM
• 1K & 2K Fun Run Sunday morning
• Craft Brew Night & Beer Tent
• Casino Night on Friday
• Softball & Co****le Tournaments
• Free family entertainment - including movie night Friday!
• Used Book Sale, Showcase Vendors, food trucks, and so much more!

For over 50 years, the Blackburn FunFair has brought neighbours, friends, and families together to celebrate the start of summer. We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing weekend filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit ❤️

05/30/2026

Can you picture it? A warm June night, lawn chairs out, friends gathered together, dancing along to Dancing Queen under the lights ✨

That’s the atmosphere coming to the Blackburn FunFair on Saturday, June 6 with SOS - The ABBA Experience!

SOS performs ABBA’s music completely live with incredible vocals, costumes, and energy that brings the whole crowd into the show! Whether you grew up with ABBA or just love a fun summer concert night, this is one of those events that’s so much fun to experience in person!

Bring some friends, grab a drink from the beer garden, and make a night of it at the FunFair!

Saturday, June 6 – starting at 9:00 PM

🎟 Tickets + code EARLY30 to save:
https://www.simpletix.com/e/sos-the-abba-experience-tickets-261819

05/29/2026

Next Friday night at the Blackburn FunFair is the perfect way to kick off FunFair weekend!

We'll have:
🍻 a Craft Brew Night at the Beer Tent, featuring Broadhead Brewery, OBC, and Magnotta wines & ciders
🎲 Casino Night
🎶 Live music from the School of Rock Orléans House Band & Where’s Mike
🎬 Kids movie night with the film "Hoppers" (Rated PG)
🤗 Carnival games and inflatable rides

Bonus: all drinks at the Beer Tent are just $8

Whether you're meeting up with friends, bringing the family, or just looking for a fun night out in the community, there’s something happening all evening long as FunFair weekend gets underway next week!

Friday, June 5
Events begin at 5PM

05/28/2026

🐴 Pony rides are returning to the Blackburn FunFair!

A favourite for many families, pony rides will be available on both Saturday and Sunday from approximately 11 AM to 3 PM.

To help make the experience smoother and more enjoyable for everyone, families will register for a ride time slot instead of waiting in a long lineup.

A big thank you to Shanon for bringing the ponies back to FunFair this year. We know lots of kids look forward to this! 💛

05/27/2026

A big thank you to our 2026 Blackburn FunFair Silver Sponsors! From local businesses to community supporters, these sponsors play such an important role in helping bring the FunFair to life each year!

We’re incredibly grateful for the businesses and organizations who continue to invest in our community and help keep this long-standing Blackburn tradition going strong. Please consider supporting these wonderful sponsors who support your FunFair! ❤

Thank you for being part of FunFair 2026!

05/26/2026

🎲 Tabletop Adventures are coming to the Blackburn FunFair! ⚔️

Join us Saturday, June 6 at 1:00 PM in the Community Hall for an afternoon of Dungeons & Dragons fun featuring TWO unique one-shot adventures:

Slippery Little Kobold — chaotic puzzles, traps, and kobold mayhem
Barbed Wire Betty — a mysterious pink doll house hiding dangerous secrets

No experience needed!
✔️ Pre-generated characters provided
✔️ Extra dice available
✔️ Beginners welcome

Cost: $20 per participant
Time: Please arrive by 12:45 PM for table assignments

Spots are limited, so register early:
https://square.link/u/wQ0nzmM3

05/25/2026

The Blackburn FunFair Silent Auction is now LIVE!

Browse and bid on a growing collection of items from amazing local businesses and community supporters!

From gift cards and experiences to local goodies and family fun, there’s something for everyone!

🛍️ Bid anytime online between now and Sunday, June 7 at 3:00 PM

Every bid helps support the Blackburn community, with proceeds going right back into local programs, events, and initiatives through the Blackburn FunFair.

Start browsing here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/blackburn-funfair-2026-silent-auction

05/22/2026

Start your Sunday morning with fresh air, community spirit, and a little FunFair fun!

The Blackburn Fun Run is a relaxed, family-friendly event that’s perfect for kids, parents, grandparents, and anyone who wants to get moving together during FunFair weekend!

This year’s event features:
🏃 Kids 1K Fun Run – 9:30 AM
🏃‍♀️ 2K Community Run/Walk – 10:00 AM

Parents and guardians are welcome to join younger children on the course at no extra cost, and all fitness levels are welcome. Run, walk, jog, or stroll at your own pace!

📍 Blackburn FunFair Grounds
(Soccer field behind the Blackburn Community Centre)

📅 Sunday, June 7th, 2026

Register online before June 6, or sign up onsite the morning of the event.
🔗 https://raceroster.com/events/2026/119067/blackburn-funrun-2026

Come make some memories and enjoy a fun community morning together before exploring everything the Blackburn FunFair has to offer!

Address

Blackburn Park, Blackburn Arena, And Blackburn Community Hall
Ottawa, ON
K1B5A3

Website

http://www.blackburnfunfair.ca/, https://linktr.ee/bhfunfair

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