Bundle up and embrace the magic of winter at FrewFest! Our Winter Carnival transforms Renfrew into a winter wonderland, featuring ice sculptures, snow games, and cozy festivities for all ages. From hot cocoa sipping to thrilling snow sports, FrewFest is a celebration of the beauty that winter brings to our charming town.

This event is FREE.

Join us in celebrating diversity, unity, and the richness of cultures at the first-ever Cultural Exchange Event, presented by the Town of Renfrew in collaboration with Local Immigration Partnership - Lanark & Renfrew County. This extraordinary gathering will take place at the myFM center on Saturday, March 9th, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm, promising a day filled with vibrant experiences and meaningful connections.

Celebrate our nation's birthday with a burst of patriotism! Renfrew pulls out all the stops for Canada Day, offering a spectacular display of fireworks, live music, and family-friendly activities. Immerse yourself in the red and white festivities as we honor our great nation with a sense of community pride.

2 pm-Dusk (Fireworks)

Ma-te-Way Park and myFM Centre, 1 Ma-te-Way Dr. Renfrew

We will begin with an opening ceremony at 2 pm with Bonnechere Algonquin First Nation. We will have Junkyard Symphony, caricatures, inflatables, and games. We will have a free BBQ while supplies last around 5:00 pm. We have live music from 4-9 pm including The Timber Line from 7-9 pm. Beer tent also on site. Fireworks at dusk (approximately 9:45 pm). 

This event is FREE.

Funded by the Government of Canada. Financé par le gouvernement du Canada.

Sponsored by Ontario Power Generation.

On September 30th, we honor National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It's a time to reflect on the history and legacy of residential schools, recognize the strength of Indigenous survivors, and commit to building a future based on understanding, respect, and healing.

Please join us from 10:30 am-12:00 pm on Monday, September 30th at Ma-te-Way Park for Indigenous teachings, drumming and singing with Bonnechere Inodewiziwin Abinodjinish Kikinamagan (BIAK).

The Renfrew Public Library will be onsite and available to showcase their Indigenous resources from 9:30 am-12:30 pm.

Let’s walk together on this journey of reconciliation by learning, listening, and supporting Indigenous voices. Every step forward matters. 

Renfrew Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival
Date: Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Location: Low Square in front of Town Hall, 127 Raglan St. S. Renfrew.
Time: 12 pm - 8 pm

Embrace the cozy vibes of sweater weather at the Renfrew Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival! Join us for a day of live acoustic music, where local talent will serenade you against the backdrop of autumn’s finest colors. Savor a wide selection of craft beers from local vendors, perfectly paired with delicious eats from a variety of food trucks.

Simultaneously, the Renfrew Business Improvement Area will be hosting their downtown shopping event, “Sip Shop Savour,” with fun for the whole family!

Admission to the fenced-in alcohol area of Low Square is $2.00. Admission is free for individuals aged 18 and under. Entry to Railway Avenue, where the food vendors will be set up, is free. Alcohol and food vendors will have products available for purchase on-site.

Alcohol tickets will be sold for $2.00 each and can be redeemed to purchase beer and spirits from the alcohol vendors. Each vendor will determine the number of tickets required per beverage and the ounce size of each pour.

This is an ALL AGES event. However, anyone wishing to purchase alcoholic beverages must provide proof of age (19 years or older).

• CLICK HERE for FOOD VENDOR Application Form
• CLICK HERE for ALCOHOL VENDOR Application Form

Complete the above form, save it, and email it to programs@renfrew.ca

Interested in participating as a craft brewer or food truck vendor?
Email us at programs@renfrew.ca or call 613-432-4848 ext. 118.

Update-December 4, 2024-Forms for sponsorship and/or float registration is now closed

The Renfrew Santa Claus Parade will be on Saturday, December 7, 2024.

This will be an evening parade starting at 5:30 pm. There is no theme for the parade. Participants are encouraged to decorate their float in “holiday style” using lights.

One float per organization/business.

The route is from Muriel Ave/1st Street in front of St. Joseph's High School through downtown Renfrew following Raglan St. S. The parade will end at Munroe Ave. with "Pictures with Santa" immediately following the parade at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 148 in Renfrew at 30 Raglan St. S. 

If you are interested in being a sponsor for the parade CLICK HERE. Sponsorship will be granted on a first come first serve basis. Title sponsors can submit applications up until Friday, November 1, 2024.

If you are interested in registering a float for the Santa Claus Parade CLICK HERE.

For more information contact our Programs Team. programs@renfrew.ca 613-432-4848 x 118

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🎄 Thank You to Our Town of Renfrew Santa Claus Parade Sponsors! 🎄

We are incredibly grateful for the support of our amazing sponsors who make the Santa Claus Parade possible.

Santa Claus Level - Title Sponsor
🎅Pizza Hut Renfrew

Reindeer Level Sponsors
🦌 The Swiss Alps Dining
🦌 Scapa Industrial (a Mativ Brand)

Elf Level Sponsors
🎅 A Sense of Country
🎅 Boston Pizza Renfrew
🎅 Downtown Renfrew BIA
🎅 Renfrew Power Generation Inc.
🎅 Renfrew Printing

Candy Cane Level Sponsors
🍬 Ben Oakes - Sun Life
🍬 Chartwell Quail Creek Retirement Residence
🍬 Heaslip Events
🍬 Huckabones Equipment
🍬 Royal Canadian Legion Br. 148 Renfrew
🍬 Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce
🍬 Mental Care - Parenting Practice Loving Caring
🍬 NHA/NHL Birthplace Museum
🍬 Ontrac Employment Resource Services
🍬 Jamieson Planning Co.
🍬 Renfrew Chrysler
🍬 Sherri Cobus EXP Realty
🍬 Smeltzer Ranch Dog Boarding
🍬 Stacy Kenopic Photography
🍬 Township of Admaston/Bromley
🍬 Valley Tails Pet Grooming
🍬 Yemen Electric

A big thank you to Yves Proulx and Susan Keller for pulling Santa's sleigh with their beautiful horses! And to Breigh of Jamieson Planning Co. for supplying and decorating Santa's sleigh! And to Mike Delorme for providing sound for Santa to greet everyone along the route!

Another big thank you to Yourtv Ottawa Valley for broadcasting the parade. And a thank you to Sandi Heins and Frank Belanger for being our lovely broadcasters! Watch the parade on channel 100 & 700 only on COGECO at 5:30pm, it will also repeat a number of times throughout the month.

Thank you for helping us spread holiday cheer in Renfrew! Your generosity is deeply appreciated! 🎅✨

A family-friendly event held the morning of New Year's Eve. Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 8:30 am-12 pm (ring in the NOON-year!). At myFM Centre (1 Ma-te-Way Dr.)

• Breakfast, public skating, entertainment, pizza at 11:30 am and a Noon Year’s Eve countdown!

This event is FREE.