--- title: Events | Optimist Club Community Events & Fundraisers description: Explore Optimist Club events including fundraisers, youth programs, and community initiatives. Join us and help support local youth and families. --- [![optimist-header-1](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/optimist-header-1.png?width=1536&height=424&name=optimist-header-1.png "optimist-header-1")](https://fergusoptimists.ca/?hsLang=ca) - [Home](https://fergusoptimists.ca) - [About Us](https://fergusoptimists.ca/about-us) - [Volunteer](https://fergusoptimists.ca/volunteer) - [Events](https://fergusoptimists.ca/events) - [Gallery](https://fergusoptimists.ca/gallery) - [Get In Touch](https://fergusoptimists.ca/contact-us) - [Home](https://fergusoptimists.ca) - [About Us](https://fergusoptimists.ca/about-us) - [Volunteer](https://fergusoptimists.ca/volunteer) - [Events](https://fergusoptimists.ca/events) - [Gallery](https://fergusoptimists.ca/gallery) - [Get In Touch](https://fergusoptimists.ca/contact-us) [Donate](mailto:OptimistClubCWFergus@gmail.com) # Events Calendar - Home - Current Page ![artisan-holiday-market](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/artisan-holiday-market.png)   ## Artisan Holiday Market Browse local vendors for gifts, crafts, food, handcrafted soaps and candles, and knitted and crocheted items. Get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting local makers! 🎁 Location: Riverside Events Centre /Fergus Legion 500 Blair Street, Fergus, ON ### Date: November 21, 2026 10:00am - 4:00pm ![cw-santa-claus-parade](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/cw-santa-claus-parade.jpeg)   ## Fergus Santa Claus Parade Celebrate “Christmas Memories” with festive floats, walking groups, and a visit from Santa! Presented by the Fergus Lions, Optimist, and Kinsmen Clubs. Bring food or donations for the Christmas Food Drive, and letters to Santa with a return address for collection along the route. Location: Downtown Fergus St. Andrew Street, St. David Street, Hill Street, Maple Street ### Date: December 5, 2026 1:30pm start [Register Now](mailto:optimistclubcwfergus@gmail.com) ## Past Events ![Cogs and Clockwork](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/Cogs%20and%20Clockwork.png)   ## Cogs & Clockwork Steampunk Festival This FREE, family-friendly event aims to introduce and share the creativity of the steampunk community and to show locals and guests a truly wonderful time!  Location: Downtown Fergus ### Date: Sept. 6, 2026, 10am-5pm ![Medieval Faire](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/Medieval%20Faire.jpg) 2025 Volunteers Merilee & Sherry ## Fergus Medieval Faire A family-oriented day of medieval fun & merriment. Featuring knights and ladies, vikings, battles, magicians and wizards, monks, birds of prey, musicians, archery practice, fight the knight (for kids) and more! Admission is free. Location: Downtown Fergus ### Date: July 25, 2026, 11am-5pm ![Highland Rugby](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/Highland%20Rugby.png)     ## Fergus Highland Rugby Anniversary Celebrate the legacy of Fergus Highland Rugby with a special anniversary event honouring the club’s history, players, and community spirit. Join past and present members, supporters, and families for an unforgettable gathering filled with stories, camaraderie, and rugby tradition. Whether you’ve worn the jersey or cheered from the sidelines, this is a chance to reconnect, celebrate milestones, and raise a glass to the future of Highland Rugby.   Location: 160 Albert St W, Fergus, ON N1M 2W5, Canada ### Date: June 20, 2026 ![barbecue-1-1](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/barbecue-1-1.png)     ## Ponsonby School BBQ Bring the whole family out to the Ponsonby School BBQ for an evening of great food, community spirit, and fun activities for all ages. Enjoy classic barbecue favourites, connect with friends and neighbours, and celebrate another great year at Ponsonby Public School. It’s the perfect chance to support the school community while making lasting memories together! Location: 5923 Wellington Road 7, Ponsonby, ON N1H 6J2 ### Date: June 17, 2026 ![Bike Rodeo](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/Bike%20Rodeo.jpg) 2025 Volunteers   ## Bike Safety Rodeo Through interactive stations and guided activities, children learn proper riding techniques, road rules, and helmet safety—all while building confidence and having a great time on their bikes. Location: Fergus Curling Club 148 St George St W, Fergus, ON N1M 1H9 ### Date: June 6, 2026 [Register Now](mailto:optimistclubcwfergus@gmail.com) ![Condensed-PlantBarrelSale](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/Condensed-PlantBarrelSale.png) ###### Optimist Club Fergus - Faith Lutheran Church ## Plant & Barrel Sale 290 Belsyde Avenue East, Fergus ON ### Date: Friday, May 8: 2-6pm, ### Saturday, May 9: 8am-2pm   Do you have plants or pots to donate? [Send Us an Email](mailto:optimistclubcwfergus@gmail.com) ![Electronics Recycling Day](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/Electronics%20Recycling%20Day.jpg) ## Electronics Recycling Day Bring your old electronics for safe recycling! Location: A.O. Smith Parking Lot, 599 Hill Street, Fergus ON ### Date: April 25, 2026 ![trivia-night-2026](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hubfs/trivia-night-2026.jpg) ## Trivia Night Join the Optimist Club of Centre Wellington for a fun-filled Trivia Night celebrating Canadian music at the Fergus Legion on Saturday, March 7th, 2026. Enjoy dinner, drinks, prizes, and an exciting evening of trivia with friends while supporting local athletes heading to the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. Gather your team of four and get ready for a night of community, competition, and Canadian pride! Location: Fergus Legion, 500 Blair Street, Fergus ON ### Date: March 7, 2026 [Register Now](mailto:optimistclubcwfergus@gmail.com) ## Become a volunteer Optimist Clubs participate in community service programs that are dedicated to bringing out the best in youth. Since each Club is autonomous and run by members in their community, Optimists have the unique flexibility to serve the youth of their area in any way they see fit.    [Join Now](https://fergusoptimists.ca/volunteer?hsLang=ca) [![OI\_Identity\_white](https://fergusoptimists.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/OI_Identity_white.png?width=1500&height=389&name=OI_Identity_white.png "OI_Identity_white")](https://www.optimist.org/) Supporting youth and building a stronger Centre Wellington community through service and optimism. **Main Menu** - [Homepage](https://fergusoptimists.ca) - [About Us](https://fergusoptimists.ca/about-us) - [Events](https://fergusoptimists.ca/events) - [Gallery](https://fergusoptimists.ca/gallery) - [Volunteer with Us](https://fergusoptimists.ca/volunteer) - [Contact](https://fergusoptimists.ca/contact-us) **Optimist International** - [Optimist International](https://www.optimist.org/) - [Core Values](https://www.optimist.org/documents/2026/ValuesStatement.pdf) - [History](https://www.optimist.org/member/about5.cfm) - [Midwestern Ontario Optimists](https://www.optimistmwo.ca/club-resources/district-directory-of-clubs) **Contact Info** [Contact Us OptimistClubCWFergus@gmail.com](mailto:OptimistClubCWFergus@gmail.com) © Optimist Club of Centre Wellington-Fergus 2026. All rights reserved. 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