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Name That Ontario Festival! Trivia Quiz

Even if are you not familiar with these Ontario towns or their festivals, there is a clue in every question to help you "Name That Festival"! All of them are in towns that are located in the Province of Ontario, Canada.

A multiple-choice quiz by akajw. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
akajw

Time
5 mins

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348,950

Updated
Mar 07 23

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is the name of this two-day festival that is one of the top ten in the world of its kind, and has been held every year since 1998 in Perth, Ontario? Vampires, beware! Hint

Perth Garlic Festival

Perth Strawberry Festival

Perth Pumpkin Fest

Perth Music Jamboree

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Question 2 of 10

2. The Wiarton Willie Festival is held on the 2nd day of February every year in Wiarton, Ontario, which is located on the Bruce Peninsula. What/who is the main focus of this event? Hint

Wiarton and District dog sled races

Weather prognosticating groundhog

Wiarton Ice Castle Hotel

Wiarton Skiing Competition

3. This summertime festival held in Kingston, Ontario, has been named as one of the Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario for many years. Therefore, it is not surprising that more than 7,000 people flock to it every year. What is the name of this festival? Hint

Kingston Daisy Days

Kingston Sailing Regatta

Kingston Sheep Dog Trials

Kingston Folk Music Festival

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Question 4 of 10

4. This summertime festival held in Bradford, West Gwillimbury, has its roots in the center of the Ontario Vegetable Industry; Bradford being one of Canada's top producers of this festival's namesake. What is this festival known as? Hint

Tomato Fest

Carrot Fest

Strawberry Fest

Apple Fest

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Question 5 of 10

5. Dost thou knowest the name of the festival held in Stratford, Ontario, every year from April to November? Hint

Stratford Jazz Festival

Stratford Country Music Jamboree

Stratford Shakespeare Festival

Stratford Ploughing Match

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Question 6 of 10

6. Since 1963, people have been gathering at this summertime Bancroft Festival. Since the organizers have left no stone unturned to make this festival a success, it is no wonder it has become the largest of its kind in Canada. What kind of festival is this? Hint

A Ploughing Match

A Musicfest

A Quilt Show

A Rockhound/Gemboree

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Question 7 of 10

7. Located on the southern tip of Georgian Bay, Collingwood has hosted this "king" size summer festival since 1994. Which festival is it? Hint

Collingwood Elvis Festival

Collingwood Country Music Jamboree

Collingwood Jazz Festival

Collingwood Folk Music Festival

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Question 8 of 10

8. Since 1983, this ten-day summertime festival held in Sioux Lookout, Ontario, is jam-packed with events. What is the name given to this festival? Hint

Sioux Lookout Craft Show

Sioux Lookout Cornfest

Sioux Lookout Fishing Derby

Sioux Lookout Blueberry Festival

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Question 9 of 10

9. This fall festival was only pint size when it started in Kitchener, Waterloo, in 1969, but has grown to be the largest of its kind in North America. By what name is this festival known? Hint

Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest

Kitchener Waterloo Horse Show

Kitchener Waterloo Ploughing Match

Kitchener Waterloo Jazz Festival

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Question 10 of 10

10. Located on the shores of Lake Huron, this agricultural fall festival in Port Elgin, Ontario, has grown significantly over the years since 1986. There are a variety of competitions and even new world records have been set as recently as 2004 and 2009. What is the name given to this festival? Hint

Port Elgin Country Music Festival

Port Elgin Golf Tournament

Port Elgin Pumpkinfest

Port Elgin Sailing Regatta

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is the name of this two-day festival that is one of the top ten in the world of its kind, and has been held every year since 1998 in Perth, Ontario? Vampires, beware!

Answer: Perth Garlic Festival

The Perth Garlic Festival (Eastern Ontario) is intended mainly to promote Ontario garlic and everything it has to offer. Proceeds from the festival are donated to initiatives that are supported by the Lions Club of Perth.

2. The Wiarton Willie Festival is held on the 2nd day of February every year in Wiarton, Ontario, which is located on the Bruce Peninsula. What/who is the main focus of this event?

Answer: Weather prognosticating groundhog

The Wiarton Willie Festival attracts about 10,000 people every year for dances, parades, tournaments and the main attraction; Willie the weather prognosticating albino groundhog! According to folklore, if the groundhog sees his shadow on February 2nd it will be an early spring, and if he doesn't, then there will be six more weeks of winter.

Answer: Kingston Sheep Dog Trials

The main events include the Sheep Dog Trials (Border Collies herding sheep as commanded by their handlers). However, there are also craft fairs, sheep shearing competitions and many activities for the whole family.

Answer: Carrot Fest

Carrot Fest is a one-day festival that takes place in downtown Bradford with a farmer's market, many vendors and events as well as entertainment.

5. Dost thou knowest the name of the festival held in Stratford, Ontario, every year from April to November?

Answer: Stratford Shakespeare Festival

Located in Southern Ontario, the Stratford Shakespearean Festival is recognized worldwide for its Shakespearean plays as well as other productions. Many well-known actors have appeared on the stages at Stratford over the years.

Answer: A Rockhound/Gemboree

Located in Central Ontario, Bancroft is known as the mineral capital of Canada and hosts the annual Rockhound Gemboree. Visitors from all over the world attend to display their gem and mineral collections.

7. Located on the southern tip of Georgian Bay, Collingwood has hosted this "king" size summer festival since 1994. Which festival is it?

Answer: Collingwood Elvis Festival

The Collingwood Elvis Festival is a four day festival that includes performances by tribute artists as well as competitions for the Collingwood Elvis Festival Grand Champion in a variety of categories.

8. Since 1983, this ten-day summertime festival held in Sioux Lookout, Ontario, is jam-packed with events. What is the name given to this festival?

Answer: Sioux Lookout Blueberry Festival

Located in Northwestern Ontario, the Sioux Lookout Blueberry Festival celebrates music and cultural events, sport tournaments and, of course, blueberries!

9. This fall festival was only pint size when it started in Kitchener, Waterloo, in 1969, but has grown to be the largest of its kind in North America. By what name is this festival known?

Answer: Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest

The Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest is the largest Bavarian Festival in North America. It hosts over 40 different events including a Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Answer: Port Elgin Pumpkinfest

The Port Elgin Pumpkinfest is a member of the World Pumpkin Confederation which hosts large vegetable weigh-offs, outdoor car shows and a large marketplace of vendors.

Source: Author akajw

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