Grey Bruce Makers, Makers Festival & Craft Show

Grey Bruce Makers is excited to announce the first annual Grey Bruce Makers,  Makers Festival & Craft Show, taking place on Saturday, June 27, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the back field of Sydenham Campus in Owen Sound.

The Festival will bring together makers, artists, entrepreneurs, families, local businesses, and community organizations for a full day celebrating creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning. Attendees can enjoy:

• Tool Swap
• Craft Vendors
• Contests & Awards Ceremony
• Tool Demonstrations
• Kids Activities
• Blacksmithing Demonstrations
• Live Music
• Food Vendors

We anticipate welcoming more than 600 attendees from across the Grey Bruce region.

Attractions

We’re excited to announce an incredible lineup of attractions, vendors, and entertainment confirmed so far for the event!

Guests can look forward to the Bayshore Broadcasting Cruiser on-site, appearances from Alex Ruff MP, and delicious eats from the Who Gives A Flying Fork? food truck.

Live entertainment will include performances by Trio Infernale and the Roxy Young Company, featuring the talented Roxy kids singers.

Hands-on demonstrations will be provided by Forty Hills Forge, showcasing traditional blacksmithing techniques including nail forging and small animal creations for visitors.

We’re also proud to feature several talented Maker members and local vendors, including:

• Zack (Grey Bruce Makers) – handcrafted metalwork including fire pits, lanterns, and more

• Mark (Grey Bruce Makers) – custom laser engraving creations

• Laura (Grey Bruce Makers) – 3D printed helmets, collectibles, and “cool nerd stuff”

• The Knotty Tuft – handmade hats, carpets, and cozy knit creations

Sponsorship Opportunities

We are currently inviting local businesses and organizations to partner with us as event sponsors. Sponsorship directly supports accessible community education, creativity, local maker culture, and future programming for youth, seniors, and entrepreneurs in our region.

By sponsoring the festival, your organization will receive valuable community visibility through:

• Event marketing and promotional materials
• On-site signage and recognition
• Website acknowledgement
• Social media promotion
• Direct engagement with community members, makers, and local businesses

Your participation helps secure the continuation of community programs that support:

• Youth skills development
• Senior-focused activities
• Local entrepreneurship and business development
• Educational courses for the next generation of makers

This is a great opportunity to show your support for community makers while building connections with local businesses, entrepreneurs, and prominent community members throughout Grey Bruce.

Help support Grey Bruce Makers by becoming a sponsor, making a donation, or attending the event.

Contact Information

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Event Organizer:

Isaac Kingshott

isaac.kingshott@greybrucemakers.ca

Or email us at:

info@greybrucemakers.ca