We are excited to announce...
Friday May 15
McFarlan Rowlands BBQ
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Located at McFarlan Rowlands – 162 Dundas St.
Proceeds to the Thamesford Eco Market
Presented by the McFarlan Rowlands Staff
Ball Hockey Tournament
4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Thamesford Arena Rink Floor – 85 Middleton St.
Pre-registration required.
Visit TAMHA Facebook page for more details.
Presented by Thamesford Area Minor Hockey Association
Moana Watch Party
6:30 PM
Located in the Beaty Room – 165 Dundas St.
Doors open 6:30 PM | Movie starts for 7:00 PM
Admission $5.00 : Includes drink and popcorn!
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
*Gr. 2 or younger needs to be accompanied by an Adult*
Men’s Slo Pitch Ball Game
6:45 PM
Located at the North Park Ball Diamond
Food Booth will be open!
Presented by Thamesford Minor Ball Association
Tropi-Cali Beer Tent
7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Located at Thamesford Scout Hall – 221 George St.
Karaoke with Karaoke Steve
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
Brunny’s Bar & Grill
8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Located at Brunny’s Bar & Grill – 121 Dundas St.
Music by DJ Zach
Saturday May 16
Community Yard Sales
8:00 AM – Whenever
Drive up and down the streets of Thamesford
to find new to you treasures!
Books, Bake & Yard Sale
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Located at St. John’s Anglican Church
220 Dundas St, W.
Homemade treats, great reads & hidden gems
Westminster United Church Yard Sale
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Located at 115 George St.
Large indoor/outdoor sale
Thamesford Library Book Sale
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Located at the Thamesford Library – 165 Dundas St.
Contact Jessica: 519-285-3219
Indoor Garage Sale
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Located at Thamesford Arena Hall – 85 Middleton St.
Please bring a non-perishable food bank donation
Proceeds donated to
Thamesford Public School Healthy Snack Program
Contact: Brandi Zvonkin, suncoastnails@gmail.com
Ball Hockey Tournament
8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Located at Thamesford Arena Rink Floor
Pre-registration required.
Visit the TAMHA Facebook page
Presented by Thamesford Area Minor Hockey Association
Beach Volleyball Tournament
Age Group: Co-ed Adults
10:00 AM
Located at 85 Middleton St.
$120 per team of 4, 4 on 4,
must have at least 2 girls on at once.
Packed lunches only.
T-shirt for winning team.
Dress for the weather!
All profits will go to Oxford Hype Volleyball Club
Register by email: coach.janelle13@gmail.com
Children’s Races
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Located at the Green Space North of the Rec Centre.
Races and games for children of various age groups, providing a fun activity for the whole family.
Ribbons awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!
Hosted by The Thamesford Lions Club
Minor Ball Fundraising BBQ
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Located at the Thamesford Recreation Centre
Presented by Thamesford Minor Ball Association.
Tropi-Cali Outdoor Market
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Located at the North Park – 221 George St.
Contact: Scottys Edge, scottysedge.24@gmail.com
The Royalty Run
11:00 AM
Located at the Thamesford Arena by the Soccer Fields
Join the 5KM Run, Walk or Jog
Swag at every KM marker!
Proceeds to Easter Seals Canada
Register: www.royaltyrun.ca
Contact: Tammy Betzner, tammy.betzner@century21.ca
Brunny’s Bar & Grill
11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Family Fun Events 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Hammerlock Wrestling 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Tropic Like It’s Hot Party 9:00 PM–2:00 AM
Island Vibes Video Dance Party
8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
19+ Event!
Located at Thamesford Arena Rink Floor
85 Middleton St.
Doors open at 7:30 PM. All Request!
Admission at the door $10.00
Limbo Contest and more!
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
Sunday May 17
RC Car Race
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Located at Zorra Office – 163 Brock St.
Hosted by DRCC, $20 Entry Fee.
Classes: Losi Box Stock, TT02 Box Stock and 2WD SCT
Contact: Adam Hutchinson, hutch.adam@gmail.com
Beach Volleyball Tournament
Age Group: 14-16 Co-ed
10:00 AM
Located at 85 Middleton St.
$150 per team of 5, 4 on 4,
must have at least 2 girls on at once.
Packed lunches only.
T-shirt for winning team.
Dress for the weather!
All profits will go to Oxford Hype Volleyball Club
Register by email: coach.janelle13@gmail.com
Thamesford Fire Fighters Car Wash
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Located at Thamesford Fire Hall – 682820 Dundas St.
All proceeds to Muscular Dystrophy
Cali Shared Church Service
10:30 AM
Located at Westminster United Church – 115 George St.
Shared worship service of
Westminster United Church &
St. John’s Anglican Church
Pilates In The Park
10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
Located at the Lions South Park – 224 Seldon St.
Join Alayna for a refreshing outdoor Pilates class!
This all-levels session will focus on core strength, mobility, posture, and mindful movement in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Whether you’re new to Pilates or experienced, come enjoy fresh air and a great start to your Sunday.
Please bring your own mat and water.
No registration required.
Instructor – Alayna Egan
*Rain date of Monday May 18th*
Trout Brunch
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Located at the Thamesford Recreation Centre
Adults $20 | Kids (5–12) $12 | Under 5 Free
Includes a full trout meal with sides & dessert
Pay at the door (cash, credit, debit)
Takeout available.
Buy in advance at www.thamesfordlions.com or
Contact Jack Broadfoot: 519-285-2729
Presented by The Thamesford Lion’s Club
Kid’s Fun Fair
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Thamesford Arena – Ice Surface
(please use back door)
Free Admission!
Games, Face Painting, Prizes and more!
Donations accepted and appreciated.
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
Commyounity Counselling
12:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Located at Thamesford Arena – Ice Surface
Sensory play for all ages. Free parent resources.
Contact: info@commyounitycounselling.ca
Brunny’s Bar & Grill
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cornhole Tournament!
Pre-Registration required.
Team Check-In: 12:00 PM
Tournament Begins: 1:00 PM
Live Music with Beer Leaguers
Home Run Derby
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Located at North Park Ball Diamond – 221 George St.
U9 & U11 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
U13 & U15 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
One winner per division and goodie bags for all participants!
60 Participants (combined divisions)
Each child will have 90 seconds
to hit as many home runs as possible.
(Pitching machine to be used)
Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled time.
Registration required.
Text Candice: 519-860-3870
with name of player and division
**Helmets required for all participants** No rain out date
Fireworks Display
Start at Dusk
Best viewed from the North Park – 221 George St.
Limited parking available.
Donations are appreciated and will be collected.
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee and the Thamesford Volunteer Fire Department
*$2000 fine for personal fireworks or sparklers.
The township of Zorra has a by-law which regulates and prohibits the sale and use of fireworks.
Please review by-law 26-89 or contact by-law enforcement if you intend on using fireworks.
Monday May 18
Calithumpian Parade
1:00 PM
Check in/Register 12:00 PM – Thamesford Arena
Pre-registration appreciated.
Contact: Kate Ball, kate@thamesfordcalithumpian.ca
$200 Prize for Best Theme Float!
Non-Perishable Food Items will be collected.
The Calithumpian Committee will be collecting donations along the parade route.
We appreciate your support!
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
Brunny’s Bar and Grill
2:00 PM
Join us after the Calithumpian Parade for live music!
Family Fun Events 2:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Hot Tub Hippies performing on the float in the parking lot
Lei’d Back Beer Tent
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Located at Thamesford Scout Hall – 221 George St.
Beer Tent after the Parade is back!
Caribbean beats by DJ IKHANIC
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
*Times may be extended in the event of a rain date*
Coconut Toss Contest
3:00 PM
Located at North Park Ball Diamond – 221 George St.
No pre-registration required.
Presented by the Calithumpian Committee
Our Sponsors
Thank you to all our Sponsors.
Without you, Calithumpian weekend could not be possible!
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Get your 2026 t-shirts & koozies Cali weekend, while quantities last.
Volunteer With Us
Setup/Clean-up Crew
- A custom volunteer T-shirt.
- Free admission to all events during non-shift hours.
- Volunteer hours for students.
Beverage Service & Operations
- A custom volunteer T-shirt.
- Free admission to all events during non-shift hours.
- Volunteer hours for students.
General Event Helper
- A custom volunteer T-shirt.
- Free admission to all events during non-shift hours.
- Volunteer hours for students.
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