3D Forge Shop: We are a mom and pop family-focussed small business in Oshawa. We provide ourselves on our precision, creativity, and high quality 3D-printed fidgets & collectibles. We will bring a collection of fidgets & sensory items such as fidget blocks & clicker keychains, dragons, farm animals, dinos, dogs, cats, unicorns, reptiles, frogs, spiders, owls, fantasy creatures. https://3dforge.shop/
Acqua Vita: Natural plant products for health and wellness. Our products are handmade using only sustainably wild-crafted and certified organic ingredients. If you wouldn't eat it, don't put it on your skin. https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-catty-3a127617/
The Bohemy Co: The Bohemy Co is a boho-inspired brass jewelry line handcrafted by me, Josianne — a French-Canadian creative with a love for nature, festivals, and free-spirited design. I create distinctive, mixed-media pieces using brass, gemstones, leather, wool, and beadwork to craft everything from fringe earrings and beaded hoops to gemstone bracelets and bold brass necklaces. https://www.thebohemyco.com/
Bone and Quill: Bone & Quill is an Indigenous made artisan maker that brings together the many stories from Turtle Island of the North and Abya-yala of the South. Hand made items include, porcupine quill accessories blankets, clay smudge bowls. Sweet grass sage and palo santo smudge sticks. And small trinkets for young customers. http://bone-quill-store.myshopify.com
Bruno Merz Studio: Peterborough artist and illustrator Bruno Merz returns to his creative roots after an international career in animation, children's books, and as a senior illustrator for one of the world's largest greeting card publishers. His collection celebrates two distinct voices: enchanting watercolours of woodland creatures, and bold, contemporary ink and gouache works alive with vibrant colour, playful energy, inspired by travel in Italy.
Community Flora: Locally collected flowers set in resin and made into jewellery. Learn a little about the species that grow around us, and walk away with a one of a kind piece of jewellery. https://www.instagram.com/community.flora/ on Instagram.
Crezin Flora Jewellery: We are Handmade real pressed flowers jewellery and accessories business help and specialize in creating your memories into wearable art. www.instagram.com/crezin_flora_jewellery
Eclectic Tea Cup: Clairvoyant Medium reads tea leaves and produces necessitea - Tisane and Tisane products blended with certified organic ingredients. Unique crystals, Smudging supplies, Hand crafted bracelets. www.facebook.com/sacredsax
Funky Buddha Collection: locally made organic clothing. Hand made plant dyed clothing is carefully crafted using local plants and foliage. Sacred geometric images are silk screened locally in Peterborough. https://funkybuddhacollection.com
Jackson’s Body Essentials: I create small batch, all-natural soaps and creams using gentle, nourishing ingredients. Every item is made locally and single-handedly, literally! I craft each product by hand with care, from mixing to packaging, bringing a personal touch to everything I offer. My goal is to make skincare that feels good, smells lovely, and is kind to both skin and the environment. http://Jacksonsbodyessentials.com
Keetarella: Sewn items from new and repurposed fabric (clothing, purses, zip pouches, puppets). You can also find earrings made from local beer cans, and humorous cards using vintage images. www.facebook.com/artbyblackbirdpie
Kiff’s Kustom Boards: Hand made, local, live edge charcuterie boards and serving trays with fractal burning and custom engraving applied. Wood pizza and canoe paddles. Wood Decor. https://www.instagram.com/kiffs_kustom_boards/
Lee’s Hi-Tec: hand-made miniplants, articles, gifts and necklaces. http://leeshitec.com/plantparty.htm
Leonine Crochet Designs:Aalways thinking of something new to create, with a focus on botanical, cute, and sometimes humorous designs. With every new season comes a bunch of ideas and plans, so make sure to check out my booth if Leonine Crochet Designs is at a market in your area - since I unveil new designs at in-person markets before they get listed online. https://leoninecrochet.ca/
Linnagond - Peterborough Amtgard: A wide variety of items made by various members of the local LARP community! https://www.instagram.com/ptbo_amtgardlarp/
LunaLightz / Jdvisionz (partnership): LunaLightz uses 90% repurposed glass, wood, deconstructed jewelry and other found & foraged items to create a variety of home and garden decor. http://lunalightz.square.site
Melange Organics: Melange Organics crafts high-quality, handmade home and body products using certified organic ingredients in Peterborough. Our top-selling items include body butter, which combats eczema and psoriasis, organic soaps, facial products, pain management oil, deep repair skin rejuvenating balms, and room sprays. Each product is meticulously made to ensure purity and effectiveness, promoting a healthy lifestyle through the power of nature. http://www.melangeorganics.com
Sara Rogers Poetry: I bring the timeless magic of poetry and literature to the Arts and artisan markets. With 2,000 copies sold by hand, my self-published poetry book Elemental Magic, poetic chapters of wild self love (2020), speaks to the heart and soul of the wild within. With every event I bring enthusiasm for the craft of poetry that connects with every guest I meet. My work includes my Poetry Book, Handprinted Poems, Poetry Cards, Poetry Journals and Poetic Socially Conscious Apparel with original drawings and poems from my book and my original designs. I am continuously inspired by the human spirit, community and our inherent connection to the wild. A second book is set for publishing in 2026. http://www.sararogers.ca
Shelley King: Shelley King is a Peterborough-based mixed media artist creating one-of-a-kind collages and handcrafted jewellery. Using hand-painted and repurposed papers, natural dyes, inks, and expressive mark-making techniques, she creates richly textured works inspired by play, experimentation, and creative spontaneity. http://shelleyking.ca
Spirited Earth: We craft gemstone and beaded jewelry that tells a story-earthy pathways that catch the light and the eye, and a sense of movement that mirrors the rhythm of life. Out signature pieces include leather wrap bracelets that spiral with texture and meaning; wrist mala style bracelets and malas for daily intention +-setting; beaded fringe earrings that dance with every breeze; peyote stitch beaded tapestries and beaded wall hangings that invite calm and contemplation; and a growing collection of leather-wrapped stones launching in 2026. https://www.spirited-earth.com/
Studio45: Studio45 is about sustainable personal style. Thoughtfully handcrafted in Peterborough, designed from salvaged textiles with a commitment to circular, zero-waste practices. I continue to explore new ideas that give materials new life. https://studio45.ca/
Third Circle Ceramics: I create hand-built pottery items in porcelain and speckled red and white stoneware as well as ceramic jewelry. My practical designs celebrate the joyful marks of the maker and aim to inspire simple daily rituals imbued with aesthetic appreciation. All stamps and carvings are unique to my work and are inspired by nature and textile design. www.instagram.com/thirdcircleceramics
The Doggery: The Doggery is a pet treat company, specializing in single ingredient dehydrated and freeze dried treats. Treats you can feel good feeding. http://www.thedoggeryptbo.ca
Threadtastic Vintage: Threadtastic Vintage promotes sustainable fashion and creative expression through clothing with its curated selection of vintage clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories from the 1960s to the early 2000s. They carry a wide range of sizes and styles to ensure that everyone can find the perfect vintage piece to add to their wardrobe. Threadtastic Vintage – The Neighbourhood Vintage Store
Wasted Sundays: We will be selling hand-printed t shirts with original designs, as well as stickers and original artwork. https://www.instagram.com/salt.thewizard/
Wildlife Rescue Nests: High-quality crocheted items, including items from our Awesome 'Possum collection, all sizes of plushies from pocket to jumbo, necklace pouches, phone slings, keychains, bag charms and more! All proceeds from our booth go to the WRN project which provides no-cost crocheted and knitted nests to wildlife rehabilitators around the globe! http://wildliferescuenests.com/
Kawartha Music Company Chorus: Formed in Peterborough, this award winning chorus became a chartered member of Sweet Adelines International in 1970. This all-woman's chorus strives to keep the art of barbershop singing alive while giving back to the community through performances, and at our regional conventions. We come from various backgrounds, all with the common goal of creating beautiful harmonies together. http://www.kawarthamusiccompany.com
Lakefield Animal Welfare Society: Founded in 1993, LAWS is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing homeless, abandoned, and injured animals in our community and finding adoptive homes for them. We are a no-kill shelter and work very hard at finding homes for even the most difficult to place animals. We do not believe that euthanasia is an acceptable method of population control but that spay and neuter is the only humane way to combat the problem. https://www.lakefieldanimalwelfare.org/
New Stages Theatre: New Stages Theatre brings the best of contemporary professional theatre to Peterborough and the surrounding region with a diverse season of thought-provoking, dramatic, comedic, and award-winning work for the stage. https://www.newstages.ca/
Peterborough Pride: Peterborough-Nogojiwanong Pride supports & celebrates people of all sexual orientations and gender identities (2SLGBTQIA+). We promote a justice seeking future through education and advocacy so that all may participate fully in the life and work of Nogojiwanong-Peterborough and surrounding area with safety, dignity & respect! We will continue to take a stand for the rights of all 2SLGBTQIA+ folks in all aspects of their lives. www.peterboroughpride.ca
Peterborough Public Library: The Peterborough Public Library offers physical and digital collections, as well as programs and events for all ages. Library cards are free and available to all City residents and students. Members of neighbouring community libraries may also have reciprocal borrowing privileges for our library. The Peterborough Public Library is an agent for positive community transformation through interaction, discovery and learning. https://www.ptbolibrary.ca/
Trent Radio: Trent Radio is a Producer-Oriented broadcast facility, that started as a TrentU student club in 1968. Sponsored and designed by students from Trent University, Trent Radio incorporated as a registered charity, and is a resource that is shared with the Peterborough community. Trent Radio - 92.7 CFFF FM
Trent University Centre for Developing Minds: A research lab focused on understanding how children think, learn, and develop. We run quick, (free) engaging, age-appropriate studies and computer games that explore cognitive development, confidence, collaboration, and decision-making in children aged 3-12. Our work supports scientific research while giving families an opportunity to participate in studies. https://www.trentdevminds.ca/
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Greedy Bites Pizza: Serving wood-fired pizza with flair. www.instagram.com/chefgreedybites
Island Cream: A longstanding classic of folk fest. Enjoy the homemade beautiful Caribbean roti, samosas and curry made with love that is the perfect match with music offering both meat and vegetarian options. https://www.facebook.com/islandcreamcarribean/
Kettle Corn Canada: Sweet and salty Kettle Corn freshly popped onsite. Gluten-free, dairy-free, non-GMP, Vegan and Halal friendly!
Kong & Co.: A dessert focused food trailer serving chocolate dipped frozen bananas, fresh strawberry cups, and specialty cold brew coffee. https://www.instagram.com/kongco2025/
La Mesita Restaurante: La Mesita has been a staple in Peterborough for 15 years. Preparing homemade authentic Mexican food from his home of Mexico City, Chef Martin brings fresh ingredients and a variety of true Mexican flavours. If you have ever been to Mexico and miss the food, La Mesita will take you back in a flavour journey with every dish. Authenticity at its' best! La Mesita Restaurante – Authentic Mexican Food
MILK + TEA: MILK + TEA is Peterborough’s first bubble tea cafe, blending up milk and fruit teas with all your fave toppings, from tapioca to popping boba. Whether you're in the mood for something bold, sweet, or totally refreshing, we’ve got a sip for every vibe. MILK + TEA (milkandteashop.com)
Mr. & Mrs. Perogie: We are honored to be PFF participants for the last 25 years. We will be glad to provide to Folk Festival goers our famous perogies and cabbage rolls. Lets make this year’s festival memorable! Mr. & Mrs. Perogie (@mrandmrsperogie)
OtonaBEE Apiary: Our honey is exactly as the BEES make it, not pasteurized or processed in any way. We began with a few hives and over time have developed a large scale professional operation that is OtonaBEE Apiary with over 1000 hives. With the goodwill of local farmers and landowners, in 45 locations, our bees can be found in the fields, forests and wetlands of Peterborough County. OtonaBEE Apiary
The Favourite Greek: The Favourite Greek has been serving traditional Greek food in downtown Peterborough for the last 18 years. We do dine in, take out and catering. www.instagram.com/thefavouritegreek
The Flying Chestnut: Approachable, elevated dining. Owned by former Peterborough Local Shawn Adler. https://www.instagram.com/theflyingchestnutkitchen/
The Vine: As Peterborough & The Kawarthas’ first-ever Pescatarian Restaurant we specialize in seafood, vegetarian, & vegan comfort food, fresh baked goods & more. Our goal is to provide an inviting & inclusive space where people of all dietary restrictions are able to find something they will enjoy.. https://www.thevineptbo.com/
Weenie Land: Homemade and delicious burgers, hot dogs, and sausages!