Winnie's Hometown Festival

Winnie's Hometown Festival Celebrating the purchase of a loveable bear, Winnie, by Lt. Harry Colebourn since 1987! This annual festival takes place on the 3rd weekend of August!

This year marks the 100th birthday of "Winnie-the-Pooh" released by author A.A Milne. August 14-16, 2026

🍯 Think you know everything about the Hundred Acre Wood? Put your knowledge to the test! 🍯Join us for our Winnie-the-Poo...
08/05/2026

🍯 Think you know everything about the Hundred Acre Wood? Put your knowledge to the test! 🍯

Join us for our Winnie-the-Pooh Quizzes on August 15, 2026! We have fantastic prizes lined up for two age categories:

🎮 Under 18 Prize: Meta Quest 3S Virtual Reality Headset
🛋️ 18 & Over Prize: A 3-Night Stay at Touchstone Lodge in Bracebridge, ON!

💡 How to Prep:
Brush up on your Winnie-the-Pooh trivia! Questions will cover Books and Movies —and you can find all the study materials right here at the White River Public Library! 📚📺

Mark your calendars, start reviewing, and get ready to win big! ✨

We have a winner! 🍯Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to Ghiero V., the official winner of our 38th Annual ...
08/05/2026

We have a winner! 🍯

Please join us in giving a huge congratulations to Ghiero V., the official winner of our 38th Annual Winnie's Hometown Festival Button Contest!

Ghiero's charming, hand-drawn design, "100 Years of Winnie the Pooh," perfectly captures the spirit of our beloved bear and his sweet tooth for "Hunny." Thank you to everyone for your contest submissions and for voting!

You can get your very own limited edition button, featuring Ghiero's artwork, ONLY at the festival. This unique collectible is the perfect way to commemorate your visit and support local art. Keep an eye on our page for more details on how to get yours!

Mark your calendars for the 38th Annual Winnie's Hometown Festival. We can't wait to see you there!

For more information, visit our website: www.winnieshometownfestival.ca

WE NEED YOU! 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️The 38th Annual Winnie’s Hometown Festival is right around the corner, but we truly can’t make it h...
08/04/2026

WE NEED YOU! 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

The 38th Annual Winnie’s Hometown Festival is right around the corner, but we truly can’t make it happen without the heart and soul of our community: OUR VOLUNTEERS! ❤️✨

Volunteers are the backbone of this festival, and we are looking for dedicated individuals ready to lend a helping hand to make this year's event unforgettable. Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, every bit of help makes a huge difference!

🎓 High school students: This is a great opportunity to get your volunteer hours in!

How to Sign Up or Get More Info:
💻 Visit our website: www.winnieshometownfestival.ca/Volunteers

📞 Call the Town Office at 807-822-2450:
• Natasha: ext. 203
• Saber: ext. 200

Tag a friend below who would be great on the team, share this post, and help us make this year’s festival the best one yet! 👇
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08/03/2026

An important update regarding this year's Winnie's Hometown Festival Bingo event. Please read the announcement above for details, and join us in sending our wonderful organizer strength and best wishes for a smooth recovery! 💛🐻

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🌟 Unleash Your Inner Star! 🎤✨Don't forget to sign up for the Winnie's Hometown Festival Talent Show! Whether you sing, d...
08/02/2026

🌟 Unleash Your Inner Star! 🎤✨

Don't forget to sign up for the Winnie's Hometown Festival Talent Show! Whether you sing, dance, perform magic, or have a unique talent to share, we want to see it on stage!

📅 Date: Friday, August 14
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: White River Community Centre

🏆 Prizes:
Certificates & Amazon Gift Cards will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place!

📋 Quick Rules & Info:
• Open to all ages!
• Performances must be under 5 minutes.
• Participants must bring their own music/props.
• Judging is based on creativity, stage presence, and audience engagement.

Head over to www.winnieshometownfestival.ca/talent-show to register or learn more. We can't wait to see the incredible talent our community has to offer! 🌟🎶

🍯 100 ACRE WOOD HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST 🎈In honor of Pooh's 100th Anniversary, it’s time to turn our neighborhood into ...
07/31/2026

🍯 100 ACRE WOOD HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST 🎈

In honor of Pooh's 100th Anniversary, it’s time to turn our neighborhood into the 100 Acre Wood! Show off your community spirit and love for everyone's favorite bear by joining this year's House Decorating Contest.

✨ Theme: Pooh's 100th Anniversary
💡 Decor Ideas: Lights, cutouts, blow-up decorations, signs—anything that screams WE LOVE POOH!

🗓 Voting: Friday, August 14th | 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
🏆 Winners Announced: Saturday, August 15th

👉 Ready to join? Sign up online today:
winnieshometownfestival.ca/house-decorating-contest

Let’s have fun, and may the best "100 Acre Home" win! 🍯✨

🐻 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🐻We are giving away TWO FREE WEEKEND PASSES to the 38th Annual Winnie's Hometown Festival! 🎉 This is y...
07/30/2026

🐻 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🐻

We are giving away TWO FREE WEEKEND PASSES to the 38th Annual Winnie's Hometown Festival! 🎉 This is your chance to experience all the magic and fun with a friend, on us!

Want to win? It’s as easy as 1-2-3! 🍯

👇 HOW TO ENTER: 👇
1️⃣ FOLLOW us at ! Be part of our family and get all the latest festival news.
2️⃣ COMMENT & TAG a friend below that you’d love to bring along for a weekend of fun!
3️⃣ SHARE this original post to your story or feed to spread the word!

That's it! Get tagging and sharing for your chance to win. Good luck, everyone! 🍀

🏆 Winners will be announced on AUGUST 7, 2026! Keep an eye on our page to see if you've won!

07/29/2026

🎉 IT’S HERE! THE SCHEDULE YOU’VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR! 🎈🐻🍯

Get ready to celebrate 100 Years of Winnie-the-Pooh at the 38th Annual Winnie's Hometown Festival in White River, Ontario! Mark your calendars for August 14 – 16, 2026 for a full weekend packed with fun, community spirit, and Hundred-Acre Wood magic! ✨

Physical copies are now available at local businesses, or you can check out the full schedule online at 🌐 www.winnieshometownfestival.ca/150/Friday-Saturday-Sunday

🎁 MORE FESTIVAL FUN (ALL WEEKEND & BEFORE!):
🗳️ Button Contest: Vote for the official festival button design at the Township Office before August 3rd!

🎟️ Backyard Oasis Raffle: Win a BBQ set, bistro set, and fire pit! Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25.

🧠 Festival Quizzes: Test your Pooh knowledge for a chance to win a VR headset (kids under 18) or a 3-night stay at Touchstone Resort in Bracebridge (adults 18+)!

🔍 Winnie Scavenger Hunt: Search the arena to learn real Winnie history for a chance to win a Winnie-the-Pooh Bluetooth speaker!

🧸 Bear Raffle Penny Table & Brown Bag Auction: Lots of surprise prizes up for grabs! (Questions/donations: Contact Mel Clark on Facebook or call 807-228-1346).

🎟️ WEEKEND PASSES
Save big and get one pass for a full weekend of fun!
Children Ages 3 & Under: FREE
Kids’ Weekend Pass (Ages 4–18): $20 (Includes Friday & Saturday Tradeshow, Funland, and Block Party)
Adult Weekend Pass (Ages 19+): $40 (Includes Friday & Saturday Tradeshow, Block Party, and Adult Dance)

🙌 WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Head to www.winnieshometownfestival.ca/volunteers or sign up at the Township Office!

📞 For More Information:
Phone: 807-822-2450 ext. 203
Website: www.winnieshometownfestival.ca
Facebook: Winnie’s Hometown Festival

See you all there for an unforgettable weekend! 🎈🐻🥳

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