Town of Stouffville Wins Three Top 100 Awards from Festivals and Events Ontario
The Town of Stouffville is pleased to announce that three of the Town’s annual events have been recognized with three Top 100 Awards at last night’s Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) Awards.
The Community Services, Heritage & Events teams have been recognized with three awards from Festivals and Events Ontario: Top 100 Festival Awards for Stouffville Ribfest, Stouffville Holiday Market and the 50th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre. Festival and Events Ontario (FEO) represents over 2,500 festivals and events in Ontario through their association membership. Its Achievement Awards recognize excellence in festivals and events across the province.
“Being recognized by Festivals and Events Ontario is the icing on the cake after a record-breaking attendance year for all of these signature events,” says Community Services Commissioner, Rob Braid. “The team works incredibly hard to deliver top-notch, free and inclusive events in our community and by winning these awards, we are shining a light on Stouffville as not only a great place to live and work but also to play and visit.”
“Congratulations to everyone involved in this remarkable achievement, from our staff to our sponsors and community stakeholders,” said Mayor Iain Lovatt. “I invite our residents to join me in celebrating this milestone as we continue to foster unforgettable experiences for all who call our community home."
Stouffville Ribfest is the Town’s largest annual festival which took place August 11-13, 2023 in Memorial Park. The event included ribbers, craft beer, a wide array of food options, a kids zone and unparalleled live stage entertainment including a headline performance by Juno-Award winner, Shawn Desman. In 2023, attendance exceeded 52,000 for the weekend.
On August 13, 2023, the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre hosted the 50th annual Antique & Classic Car Show with over 3,200 attendees. This is the Town’s longest running event which features over 400 vintage cars, performances and exhibits.
The Stouffville Holiday Market took place November 24 & 25, 2023 and welcomed over 15,000 attendees in 2023 and included a local artisan vendor marketplace, magical lighting displays, festive entertainment, food and beverage, visits with Santa Claus with musical headliner Tyler Shaw.
The Achievement Awards were presented at the annual Awards Gala Dinner held on the evening of Wednesday, February 28 as a part of the 2024 Annual FEO Conference.