Beachburg Fibrefest
Field · Fibre · Artisan
Saturday & Sunday · September 19–20, 2026
Beachburg Fairgrounds · Whitewater Region, ON
Register for a workshop →A celebration of fibre arts in the Ottawa Valley
Beachburg Fibrefest brings together spinners, weavers, felters, knitters, and anyone who is curious about where fibre comes from and where it can go. Held at the Beachburg Agricultural Society fairgrounds (home of the annual Beachburg Fair since 1857), the festival honours the deep textile traditions of the Ottawa Valley.
Whether you're an experienced artisan or picking up a spindle for the first time, there is something here for you: hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, a fibre and textile vendor market, agricultural heritage displays, and animal encounters with the animals behind the fleece.
Learn something new
Five workshops run across the weekend. It is a chance to pick up a new skill, get creative, and meet other fibre people. Every class is open to any skill level, and most take fewer than ten people, so sign up early.
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Saturday, September 19
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$25
Crochet a Ribbed Headband with Sharon
Includes learning manual, hook, yarn, and yarn needle.
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$25
Use Up Your Fabric Scraps with English Paper Piecing with Susan
Learn to make paper templates to wrap fabric and stitch together to make a hand quilting coaster.
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$20
Sashiko Embroidery and Mending with TracyLee
Learn the ancient art of using geometric stitching to mend and embellish clothing.
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$25
Sunday, September 20
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$25
This year's vendors
11 makers, farms, and artisans from across the Ottawa Valley and beyond, bringing fleece, handspun yarn, pottery, soap, bags, and more. Each one has a poster you can save and share.
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Cheesemaster's Cottage Fibre Arts
Handspun wool made from locally sourced raw fleeces. Each skein is carefully prepared and spun, celebrating the natural beauty and character of local fibre.
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Cheff Fields Farms
Bringing their friendly alpacas to Fibrefest. Meet these gentle animals, learn a little about their care, and discover the beautiful fibre they produce.
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Brenda Stinson Pottery
BoHo Clay Works creates one-of-a-kind clay pieces inspired by earthy textures and free-spirited style. Each handmade design brings warmth, personality, and a touch of boho charm.
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Mini Moo Farm Treasures
Handmade soap using milk from miniature Jersey cows, Sunshine and LouLou. Each batch is scented with carefully selected doTERRA essential oils.
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WindWeft Fibre Farm
Locally grown natural fibre for spinning, felting, weaving, and making. Visit the booth to explore beautiful farm-raised fleeces and fibre goods.
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It's Sew Fun
Handmade sewing creations and colourful fibre-inspired goods. Stop by to discover thoughtful, one-of-a-kind pieces made with care.
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Karyilanne Crochet
Dylane began her small business at 14, selling hand-knitted bunnies, which inspired her bunny logo. She soon discovered a love for Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys. Animals are her main focus, alongside food-themed plushies.
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Sweetfleece Farms
Corriedale sheep raised for fleece, meat, and breeding stock. They will have yarn, roving, and dryer balls to shop.
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The Trapper's Wife
Jenny brings locally, naturally dyed yarns, knitting and spinning supplies, and beautiful finished knits, perfect for gifts or yourself.
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CaroBeau Couture
An Ottawa Valley maker specializing in bright, colourful bags and purses for everyday life. From cell phone and water bottle bags to purses, boxy pouches, and retreat bags, each piece is as practical as it is stylish.
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October Knits
Hand dyed yarns and fibres by artist October Anderson, based in Perth, Ontario. Explore distinctive colourways created for makers, knitters, spinners, and fibre lovers.
Sell your work at Fibrefest
The Fibre, Textile & Artisan Vendor Show is open to fibre artists, textile makers, yarn dyers, craft suppliers, artisan makers, and local food producers. Indoor and outdoor booth options are available. Demonstrators and workshop leaders receive a discounted booth rate.
To apply, email beachburgfibrefest@gmail.com to receive the vendor information sheet and application form.
2026 booth rates
Beachburg Fairgrounds
Fibrefest is held at the Beachburg Agricultural Society fairgrounds in the village of Beachburg, in the Whitewater Region of the Ottawa Valley. The same grounds that have hosted the annual Beachburg Fair since 1857.
The fairgrounds includes Heritage Hall (indoor), open-air show rings, and ample space for outdoor vendors and demonstrations. Parking is on site.
Questions about Fibrefest?
For workshop registration, vendor applications, or general inquiries, reach out directly.
Email beachburgfibrefest@gmail.com →