Find something worth showing up for.
Made By grows through participation—and we are part of a wider community filled with people creating, gathering, sharing knowledge and keeping traditions moving.
Here you will find upcoming Made By programs and appearances, along with a changing selection of community events we think are worth knowing about.
Made By: What's On
September 5–6, 2026 | Kinmount Fairgrounds
The Kinmount Fair runs September 4–6. Meet Made By in the Heritage Building on Saturday and Sunday to discover the story of the Fleury family barn loom, dating from around 1850, and the knowledge that has kept it moving through generations.
September 23–27, 2026 | Lindsay Exhibition Grounds
Meet Made By at the Lindsay Exhibition and experience an early glimpse of the stories, creativity and community connections taking shape as we prepare to launch.
More details are coming soon.
October 2026 | Online
Choose your sweater, gather your yarn and knit alongside us through October. All experience levels will be welcome.
Details and registration are coming soon.
Community: What Else Is On
September 5–6, 2026
Spend Labour Day weekend discovering artists working across a wide range of media, with demonstrations, a Young@Art showcase and plenty of work to explore.
September 26–27 and October 3–4, 2026
Take a free, self-guided tour through artists’ studios across Kawartha Lakes and meet the people creating the work where it is made.
Kawartha Farmfest
October 3, 2026
Travel at your own pace through nine local farms and rural attractions for a day of food, agriculture, family activities and farm-grown experiences.
Keep Exploring
Looking for more? Follow the Kawartha Lakes Arts & Heritage Trail, discover more arts and heritage across the region, or browse the full community event calendar.