What To Do This Weekend in Trent Hills: Sept 4-6, 2026
Looking for things to do this weekend in Trent Hills? September 4 to 6, 2026 is a big one. The Hastings Medieval Festival runs in Hastings on Saturday and Sunday, the Campbellford Farmers' Market opens Saturday morning, and the river trails near Campbellford are ready for a long-weekend wander.
Key Takeaways
- Hastings Medieval Festival: Saturday Sept 5 (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and Sunday Sept 6 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at Blades of Glory, 122 Dunlay Road in Hastings.
- Campbellford Farmers' Market: Saturday morning, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the corner of River and Front Street South, across from TD Bank.
- Outdoor day: Walk the Rotary Trail along the Trent-Severn Waterway and cross the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge at Ferris Provincial Park.
- Easy Friday night: Dinner and a relaxed evening downtown at local favourites like The Dockside Bistro, Capers Tap House, or Tap & Tonic.
- Close to home: All of it is a short drive from 155 Cromwell St. in Campbellford.
It is a Labour Day long weekend in Trent Hills, and that means the calendar is full. Here is how to make the most of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, whether you are new to the area or have called it home for years.
Friday, September 4: Ease Into the Long Weekend
Friday is the calm before the busy days, so take it easy. Grab dinner at a spot downtown. The Dockside Bistro on Queen Street serves fresh and local plates, and Capers Tap House on Bridge Street West is a friendly pub with a full menu. Tap & Tonic at 18 Bridge Street West is another relaxed option for a drink and a bite.
After dinner, take a slow walk along the waterfront. The Campbellford neighbourhood guide highlights how easy it is to get around on foot, and a sunset stroll near the Trent-Severn Waterway is the right way to start the weekend.
Saturday, September 5: Market Morning, Festival Day
Start Saturday at the Campbellford Farmers' Market, open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at the corner of River and Front Street South, across from TD Bank. It runs every Saturday through the end of October, with locally grown produce, baked goods, meats, and artisan finds.
Then head to Hastings for the Hastings Medieval Festival, which runs Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Blades of Glory, 122 Dunlay Road. You will find sword-fighting shows, falconers, archery, musicians, and rows of merchants and interactive activities. It is family friendly and runs rain or shine.
Sunday, September 6: Festival Closing Day or River Trails
Sunday gives you two good options. The medieval festival closes Sunday at 5 p.m. if you did not catch it Saturday. Or make it an outdoors day and explore the trails near Campbellford.
Ferris Provincial Park on County Road 8 has the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge, a 300-foot span over the Trent River that is worth the walk. The Rotary Trail runs about six kilometres along the waterway and connects the locks to downtown, and Seymour Conservation Area on County Road 30 offers an easy loop through the woods.
That is your weekend in Trent Hills. Whether you spend it at the festival, the market, or on the trails, it is a great weekend to enjoy what this corner of Northumberland County does best. Check the Trent Hills events calendar before you go, and see the latest what to do this weekend in Trent Hills guide for the coming weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's happening this weekend in Trent Hills?
For September 4 to 6, 2026, the big draws are the Hastings Medieval Festival in Hastings on Saturday and Sunday, the Campbellford Farmers' Market on Saturday morning, and the river trails and parks around Campbellford for anyone wanting an outdoor weekend.
Where is the Hastings Medieval Festival held?
It takes place at Blades of Glory Medieval Entertainment & Educational Park, 122 Dunlay Road in Hastings, within the Municipality of Trent Hills. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
When is the Campbellford Farmers' Market open?
The market runs every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May through the end of October. It sits at the corner of River and Front Street South in Campbellford, across from TD Bank.
What outdoor spots are close to downtown Campbellford?
Ferris Provincial Park has the Ranney Gorge Suspension Bridge and hiking trails, the Rotary Trail follows the Trent-Severn Waterway for about six kilometres, and Seymour Conservation Area offers an easy woodland loop.
Thinking of Making Trent Hills Home?
Weekends like this are why people love living here. If you would like to see what a home on 155 Cromwell St. has to offer, we would be glad to show you around.
Call today to talk about your next move! Call Lisa or Keith at 866-447-4434.
Written by Keith Williams & Lisa C. Follows, Willows Realty Group.