King Edward Park Arena: event and exhibition space

The King Edward Park Arena, located at 75 Elizabeth Street in Brighton, Ontario, Canada, is a municipally owned and operated facility. This single-pad arena features an ice surface measuring 180 feet by 80 feet. The arena operates year-round, with the ice season typically running from late August to the last full weekend in March. This facility is home to several local sports organizations and recreational programs. It is home to the Brighton & District Minor Hockey Association, the Brighton and District Figure Skating Club, and Skate Canada Brighton. In addition, the arena offers public skating sessions on Wednesday afternoons and Friday evenings during the winter season, which runs from early October to late March. King Edward Park, where the arena is located, offers a variety of other amenities. These include a tennis court, skateboard park, playgrounds, picnic areas with tables, a splash pad, and sports fields. The park provides a comprehensive recreational environment that caters to a wide range of interests and activities beyond the arena’s offerings.

What events are held at King Edward Park Arena?

King Edward Park Arena in Brighton, Canada hosts a variety of events throughout the year. One notable event is the Applefest celebration, which includes several activities:

• Ecumenical Service: Held at the Owen Gibb Community Hall, 75 Elizabeth Street.
• Brighton Legion Branch 100 Applefest Dinner & Dance: Featuring a roast pork dinner, applesauce and live music by The OFFBEATS.
• Lions BINGO: Held at the Owen Gibb Community Hall, featuring a variety of bingo games.
• Helicopter Rides at Applefest: Tours of Brighton Township will be offered from the small soccer field at King Edward Park.
• Music in the Park: Live musical performances throughout the day in Memorial Park.
• Applefest Street Fair: A fair on Main Street with over 150 vendors offering a variety of products and foods.
• Vintage Car, Tractor and Motorcycle Show: A display of vintage vehicles at the Brighton Public School.
• Lions Children’s Village: Family-friendly activities in King Edward Park, including games and face painting.
• Emergency Services Open House: At Brighton Fire & Rescue Station #1 with demonstrations and displays.
• Meet The Machine: An event at King Edward Park featuring a variety of vehicles from local businesses.
• Freestyle Snowmobile Show: Performances by local freestyle snowmobile rider Chris Cooseman on the large soccer field at King Edward Park.
• Brighton Tennis Club Smash Cage: A chance to try out tennis serves on the Brighton Tennis Club courts.
• Kinsmen Beer Tent: Located at the corner of Veterans Way and Main Street, a chance to enjoy a beer during the street fair.
• Brighton Curling Club Applefest Dance: Held at the Brighton Community Center with music by The OFFBEATS.
• Brighton Kinsmen Pancake Breakfast: At the Owen Gibb Community Hall.
• Brighton & Presqu’ile Model Train Show: A model train display at 58 Prince Edward Street.
• Applefest Bike Ride: Starts at the Ontario Street Boat Launch.
• Codrington Farmers’ Market: A farmers market at the Codrington Community Center.
• Proctor House Tours: Tours of one of Brighton’s historic landmarks at Proctor House.
• Rotary Stage Open Mic: Showcase talent on the Rotary Stage at the Barn Theatre.
• Brighton-Based Vendor Market: A market at the Proctor House featuring local vendors.
• Trinity St. Andrews Family Fun Fair: Family activities at Trinity St. Andrew’s Church, including games and a barbecue.

These events showcase the arena’s role as a central hub for community activities and celebrations in Brighton.

Exhibition Stand Contractor at King Edward Park Arena