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FAQs & INFORMATION

Which vendors will be present at the Festival?

You can view the complete list of vendors HERE!

The in-person festival will be taking place from Friday, October 11 to Monday, October 14, at Ball’s Falls Conservation Area, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Extended hours Saturday until 7 p.m.

  • You do not require a ticket to attend, but you may purchase one in advance to avoid line-ups at the admission gate!
  • Walk-ins are welcome, and admission can be paid with credit, debit and cash – but we recommend you save your cash for cash-only vendors!
  • Advanced admission is available through our website at thanksgivingfestival.ca
    • Proof of purchase will be required at the time of check-in at the Festival. Please arrive together with your group at the admission gate.
  • The admission gate attendant will ensure numbers in the party on registration match the participants present.
  • Tickets are 100% non-refundable / non-transferable
  • NPCA reserves the right to cancel park visits due to adverse conditions.

Yes, tickets can be purchased online and also at the gatehouse upon arrival, however we encourage guests to purchase in advance to avoid disappointment.

Parking is limited, so please plan accordingly, and carpool if you can! If our parking lot reaches capacity, it will close briefly until we have spaces to accommodate new arrivals.

Pre-purchased tickets does not provide priority parking access, but will allow for a faster pass through the Admissions gate.

If you purchased for a group, please arrive at the admission gate together to check-in.

Guests will be able to park separately, meet with their group, and check-in at the admission gate together to streamline arrival and admission.

Yes, the Festival is rain or shine! If it rains, tents will be set up, so that food, drink, and market vendors are still available for the enjoyment of our guests.

  • Yes, there will be! Parking is included with your admission fee.
  • The main festival parking entrance is accessed from 7th Avenue, Lincoln, ON.
  • For visitors with accessible parking permits or accommodations, our accessible parking lot is located at the Centre for Conservation at 3292 Sixth Avenue, accessed from Victoria Ave.
    • Please present your accessible parking permit to the traffic controller to gain entry to the parking area.
  • The main festival grounds are generally firm and flat, consisting of gravel and grass, but there are some sloped sections.
  • Pathways into the event area are sloped, but accessible switchback trails are available, and accessible parking is provided.

Yes, visitors with a valid Ontario Accessible Parking Permit will be able to park in the accessible parking lot, accessed from 6th Avenue at Victoria Avenue, Lincoln, ON.

Yes, guests of all ages are welcome at the Festival! Children’s entertainment will be provided through the event, included on the main stage and in the heritage village!

Pets are not permitted at the Ball’s Falls Thanksgiving Festival, with the exception of valid service animals.

Permanent restrooms and portable restrooms will be available for guests to use. There are accessible restroom facilities on site.

Yes! There will be a diverse and delicious line-up of local food and beverage providers at the festival.

There will be several gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options to choose from.

Unfortunately, picnic benches and seating cannot be reserved in advance.

Yes, dedicated event medics will be onsite through the duration of the Festival.

Guests can go hiking, biking, birdwatching, picnicking, and so much more at Ball’s Falls. More information about the Conservation Area can be found at https://npca.ca/parks-recreation/conservation-areas/balls-falls

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