SPECIAL EVENTS

Art Competition (age 13-19, adults and seniors)
This competition provides an opportunity for Ontario teenagers (13-19 years), adults and seniors to display their artwork at an Ontario recognized Art Festival, while learning from the experience of being judged by a panel of professional artists. Ribbons are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the categories Teenage, Novice and Open, in addition to 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each of four mediums in the Hobby category. The art entries in this competition are displayed at the Festival.
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Art Display (Age 8-12)
This event was initiated in 2005 to encourage the next generation of artists by providing an exciting opportunity for children and youth (age 8-12) to display their art in a prestigious environment. These art entries are displayed at the Festival.
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Wood Carving Show & Competition
The Wood Carving Show & Competition has moved to new location this year.
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Experience Art Activities
Throughout the Festival there will be activities for children and adults to participate in. Join us and explore your own creativity.
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Grand Opening and Art Preview
Be one of the select group to see and purchase the “new releases” first, enjoy musical entertainment and delicious snacks while strolling around the park. View the exhibits while enjoying punch. Wine and beer available for purchase in the Food marquee. The ticket price includes re-admission into the Festival during the entire weekend. Advance tickets are available for $12.00 per person from the BCC.

We will hold a draw for two opportunities for visitors to win $100.00 worth of “Lucky Bucks” on Preview Night. These “Lucky Bucks” must be used to purchase art and will hold no cash value. The winners will have the entire duration of the Festival to redeem these “Lucky Bucks” towards the purchase of their choice of art.

Other draws for merchandise and prints will take place throughout the Festival.

A Family and Friends Watercolor Painting Workshop is available this year with Julia Conlon, one of our exhibiting artists. No experience is necessary. All supplies are provided for the duration of the workshop, including a mat for your finished masterpiece, and a binder with step by step instruction. The class will hold 16 people, designed for youth, teens and adults. The total cost is $48.00 and includes admission. This workshop will take place on Sunday August 17, from 11 am. to 1 pm. First come, first served, so contact us in advance to secure your spot.

Throughout the Festival, you can view special presentations by exhibiting Artists on a variety of interesting topics.

Flight shows with free flying birds of prey
On Sunday August 17, 3 entertaining and educational shows during the day featuring at least 5 different Birds of Prey, some of the most fantastic creatures on our planet, and their continuous role in our natural world. Sponsored by TD Friends of the Environment Foundation.

Entertainment provided throughout the Festival (August 14-17 2008)

Thursday
7pm Grand Opening ceremonies
7:30 pm-9:30 pm Michael Bell – Jazz and swing music

Friday
10:30 am – 12:30 pm Kawartha Chordsmen Quartet – a cappella
1 pm – 4 pm – Michael Bell – jazz and swing music

Saturday
10:30 am – 12:30 pm Peterborough Concert Band – celebrating their 150th anniversary – cross section of music
1 pm – 4 pm – Charlotte Melby – a singer who represents professionalism and performance at its very peak with a 5+ octave range

Sunday
1pm – 4 pm – Charlotte Melby – see above.

Arrange for your pet sitter as no dogs are allowed in the Festival Park. Book your accommodations (available at www.buckhorncanada.org)

Ticket prices and information for the 2008 Festival are available here »