What’s Happening at the Funfair?
Annual Blackburn Funfair June 5-7 bigger and better than ever
Plans are afoot to make this year’s Blackburn Funfair on June 5-7 the best yet and organizers are looking forward to bringing Ottawa’s best small community fair to a wider audience with Saturday’s evening headline act: SOS: The ABBA Experience. Delighting audiences and playing to sold-out shows across Canada, SOS – The ABBA Experience recreates the music of ABBA almost note for note from the original albums with no backing tracks.
Get a $15 discount with promo code ORLEANS30 on tickets! Don’t wait too long!
Only 100 tickets are available at that price which is a 33% savings over regular priced tickets. You won’t find a better price for this show anywhere. Tickets available at simpletix.com/e/sos-the-abba-experience-tickets-261819.
Why come? Because it’s the most affordable fair you’ll go to this summer with lots to see and do. No gate fee. No parking fee. And all rides and kids games are only a buck or two! The Blackburn Funfair runs annually on the first weekend in June and this local community event has been a tradition since 1971 striving to provide an affordable family festival weekend full of fun activities for people of all ages.
Bracelets – this year’s fair will be offering affordable all-weekend bracelets available for unlimited rides on all inflatables. Buy it early and use it all weekend for only $20! Want to avoid lineups? Bracelets can be pre ordered online and picked up at the Blackburn Public Library in advance. Get your bracelet at blackburnfunfair.ca/bracelet/.
Silent Auction Fundraiser
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.
Visit zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/blackburn-funfair-2026-silent-auction to see the treasure trove of auction items that are sure to delight, thanks to the incredible generosity of local businesses and individuals.
Onsite – you can also visit us to see items in person at Lois Kemp Arena (200 Glen Park Drive) on Saturday, June 6 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Simply browse the auction items, place your bid, and keep an eye on your emails to see if you’ve been outbid!
Free shows are back – guests raved about the added free attractions introduced last year and they’re all back! Come enjoy hourly free shows including Mojo Magic magician Ben Lavalee, Little Rays Reptiles, stilt walker Luciano Lu, comedian Chris Pilsworth, juggler Jean-Guy Beaudry, Princess Elsa and Demon Hunter Rumi sharing their story tales in the arena all weekend.
Pony Rides – are back with no waiting in line this year. Register for a spot between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM Saturday and Sunday weather depending. Don’t horse around. Sign up before all spots are gone!
Casino Night – this year’s fair will host a Casino Night Friday night from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and include popular games like poker, blackjack and roulette. Please note the event is a fundraiser with prizes for the winners and not a cash tournament. Go to blackburnfunfair.ca/casino/ for more info.
But there’s no midway! Sadly true . . . but that’s how our local fair keeps costs down and still makes it a fun affordable time. New to this year’s inflatable lineup is:
- Soccer darts – it’s a World Cup summer so show off your kicking prowess!
- Pony hop racetrack – race your friends and win!
- Returning favorites include the Big Red Baller, 19-foot mega slide, 50-foot extreme obstacle course, 3-lane bungy run and the Funhouse maze.
50/50 Raffle – Last year’s winner won almost $500! Support a local community event by purchasing entries to our 50/50 Funfair Raffle at rafflebox.ca/raffle/blackburn-2026.
D&D tournament – Prepare yourself for a Saturday where imagination roars to life and heroes are forged! This year’s fair is unleashing an unforgettable Dungeons & Dragons one shot adventure, inviting brave souls to step into a world of danger, destiny, and daring choices. More info here: blackburnfunfair.ca/fantasy.
Cornhole tournament – Softball not your thing? Then try cornhole! Get that sack in the hole at our cornhole tournament Sunday at the community center. Want to play? More info at blackburnfunfair.ca/cornhole-tournament/.
BCA @ Showcase
Stop by the BCA tables in the Arena Showcase to renew your membership, check out our upcoming events, learn more about Neighbourhood Watch and personal safety (in partnership with the Ottawa Police Service) and ask questions you have on Cold Climate Heat Pumps, Solar and Electric Vehicles (in partnership with Seniors Climate Action Network).
Other well-loved returning and new events include:
- Free kids movie Friday June 5 in the arena
- Saturday parade down Bearbrook Ave at 10:00 AM
- Free fireworks show Saturday at 10:00 PM
- Pancake breakfast Saturday at 8:00 AM
- Bingo in the hall Saturday at 2:00 PM
- Weekend softball tournament
- Showcase of 60 vendors in the Lois Kemp arena all weekend
- Music Friday night and all Saturday leading up to the main act: SOS: The ABBA Experience. Other featured acts include Where’s Mike, Right On! C-Sonic and Green’s Creek Revival
- Beer garden open Friday evening and Saturday
Come see what Blackburn Hamlet has to offer this summer. Visit blackburnfunfair.ca for up to date info and event registrations.