Did you see the weather forecast for this weekend? Sun, sun and more sun, with a side of heat and a little more sun. Helllloooooo summer, we are *so* glad to see you!
You know I love summer. You know I love free family fun. You know I love Manotick. What’s not to love about free summer family fun in Manotick this weekend with Dickinson Days? There’s a jam-packed schedule of events with a little something for everyone.
Here’s a dozen things to see or do:
1. Dickinson Days Parade on Manotick Main Street, Friday at 7:00. The kids love Manotick’s parades – get there early for a good spot!
2. Concert with Junkyard Symphony and fireworks to follow, Friday at 8:30, Manotick Arena and Centennial Park
3. Kids fishing derby on the dam, Saturday 9:00 to 12:00 on the dam behind the Mill.
4. Pancake breakfast in Dickinson Square (in front of the Mill), Saturday 7:00 to 11:00 am.
5. Farmer’s market and village craft sale, Dickinson Square
6. Horse-drawn wagon rides through the village (my kids still love these!)
7. Used book sale in the carriage house, across from Watson’s Mill
8. Charity BBQ from M&M Meats, Dickinson Square
9. Doors Open Ottawa – there are six Manotick locations participating, including Watson’s Mill, Dickinson House, the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind Training Centre and SunTech Greenhouses (have you tried their cherry tomatoes? To. Die. For.)
10. Community dance outdoors in Dickinson Square (Saturday 7 – 10 pm, admission $10, kids under 12 free)
11. Watson’s Mill will be open with costumed interpreters and milling demonstrations and Dickinson House is featuring an exhibit of vintage toys and games.
12. Trivia contest in Dickinson Square, Sunday 1:00 to 4:00.
Can you believe that’s only a portion of the activity going on this weekend? For a full schedule with additional events, details and links, visit the Dickinson Days page.
Hope to see you there!
Nice article with plenty of good ideas, thanks, I might give a go to Manotick this weekend!