Harvest Fest 2026 Program
The magic has arrived!
Friday
Registration & Site Open at 3pm
Meet, Greet & MingleRemember to sign up for a volunteer shift at Registration!
Thresholds, Staircases & Gateways to...?
Come and explore the myths and practices associated with thresholds and staircases. Come and share your own special stories and ideas to make the threshold into your home special, safe and protected.
Facilitated by Anne Marie Greymoon
Opening Ritual
oin us as we open the festival with intention, joy, and sacred connection. This ritual marks the beginning of our shared journey—calling the circle, welcoming all who gather, and awakening the energy that will weave through our time together. We will honour the spirits of the land, acknowledge those who came before us, and invite the blessings of the elements and our ancestors. Together, we set the tone for community, celebration, and magick. All are welcome—come as you are, and step into the circle with an open heart.
Nightly Fire & Drumming
As night falls, gather with us around the sacred fire—the heart of our festival and a beacon for joy, rhythm, and connection. All are welcome to drum and dance and share in the magic of community beneath the stars. Whether you’re meeting old friends or kindling new bonds, this is a space to let your spirit move and your heartbeat sync with the rhythm of the circle. Stay for a moment or until the sun rises—this fire will burn through the night, fed by laughter, music, and wild, sacred joy. Bring your drum, your voice, your feet—or simply your presence.
Whispers & Stories
Tucked away from the festival’s wildest rhythms, The Ember Hearth offers a quieter fire for those who seek connection through story, song, and thoughtful conversation. Come sit beneath the stars, share tales of tunes, or simply listen as the flames dance and voices weave gentle magic. This is a space for kindred spirits, soft laughter, and the warmth of words.
Saturday
Herb Walk
Tour this majestic site with Laurie to get to know our plant allies and their edible, medicinal and magickal attributes. As foraging and wildcrafting are becoming more popular, it is important to know who is who in the plant and fungi world and to know how to harvest ethically .We can also collect wildflowers to decorate mullein torches for the Corn King ritual and other ornamentation to decorate the King Himself! Children are very welcome on this walk. Each walk and talk will take a different route, keeping to roads and paths to avoid Poison Ivy (which will be identified!) so there won't be too many mobility issues. If people want to continue past the hour and explore more challenging rocky shoreline walks, that can be an option as well. Meet at the entrance/registration area at 10:00.
Facilitated by Laurie Benson
Witches for Kitchens Doll Making
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on workshop where you'll make your very own Kitchen Witch, a charming folk craft believed to bring good luck, protection, prosperity, and positive energy into the heart of your home.Traditionally hung in kitchens, Kitchen Witches are said to watch over the household, prevent culinary mishaps, and invite warmth, abundance, and good fortune to all who gather around the table. During this workshop, participants will be guided step-by-step through the process of designing and creating a unique Kitchen Witch using a variety of materials and decorative elements.No experience is necessary, and all supplies will be provided.Come craft, connect, and create a special Kitchen Witch to bring a little extra magic and good fortune into your kitchen!
Facilitated by Dani
Not in Our Wave Length
Did you hear that bump in the night? Sudden goosebumps on your arm and a spike of anxiety? Does your food rot really fast, do things mysteriously go missing, or do you have unexplained illnesses and disgusting smells appearing out of nowhere? What could it be? Is it a ghost, a demon, a spirit, an entity, or an elemental? There are so many names for things that go bump. Join us for an informal, smart, and funny conversation where we explore the unseen world, break down these classifications, and figure out how to navigate such situations —or just come and enjoy the conversation stories.
Hosted by Rick
Making a Ritual Candle
We will be learning about the processes of making a ritual candle and some of the variations in how they are created, materials one might use and everyone will be able to work on and take home a tea light candle they create themselves. We will also introduce colour theory in candle making but the candles will be perfume and colour free for general use.
Faclitated by Kristy
Make A Blend
Gather round and come create a unique or previously created essential oil blend. Use as a perfume, or concentrate to add scent to a base like bath salts, creams or body spray. Keep the blend, and your recipe! Essential oils are concentrated and need to be handled with care. Please be sure to listen to the caution message at the beginning of the workshop for safest and most enjoyable use.
Facilitated by Kimi
Weather Witching in a Time of Modern Technology
This is a pan pagan workshop primarily for adults or older kids. In one part, we will share our experiences/successes with calming dangerous weather patterns. I will also share info about technologies that are currently being used to manipulate our weather, and ways we can help prevent those extreme weather events an neutralize some of the heavy metals we are now exposed to.
Faciliated by Laura Pierce
Wander & Wonder
While we wander this Harvestfest, we will search for natural materials that can be used to make cord or simple bindings, and we will learn the basics of cord making. You can keep your cord in your travel altar tin.
Facilitated by Alden
Cultivating Your Meditation Practice
This session is perfect for both beginners and those looking to deepen their meditation journey. We will explore the benefits of meditation, the workings of the mind, and the eightfold path of yoga, while also addressing common challenges, and how to set up for a successful practice. Participants will engage in meditation styles and receive a mala bracelet to support their practice.
Facilitated by Celeste
Is It Haunted...Or Are You?
As the veil thins and the spirits get louder, listening becomes more important. I will present a variety of items, both 'haunted' and not haunted ones. I will share personal stories of investigations and the do's and don'ts of investigating. I will share a cautionary tale of what NOT to do. How to know if you need to call for help, and when to seek cleansing and clearing of a space or person.
Facilitated by Lupa Bardy
Leaf Dye Printing
Learn how to use leaves to print fabulous fall patterns onto fabric or paper. If you have a cotton shirt or other garment you’d like to add a colourfast, washable botanical print onto, bring it along. But fabric and all materials will be provided. This workshop is suitable for teens and older children with supervision.
Facilitated by Wulf Higgins
Mushroom Identification 101
Wild mushrooms are fascinating! They can heal you or kill you or simply taste delicious. And of course, some are magical. But how to tell them all apart? Are there any "tricks" to tell if one is edible or not? (The answer is "NO!") Mycologists have careful steps in identifying specimens, including observation of very specific features like gills and pores and the creation of beautiful "Spore Prints". Laurie is a long time member of the Toronto Mycological Society and just returned from their second "Myco Camp" where she learned identification from experts and wants to share this information as we are likely to find lots of fungi after this wet summer!
Facilitated by Laurie Benson
Open Jam with Aphrodite Unbound
Step into a welcoming space of creativity, exploration, and connection with Aphrodite Unbound. This open jam session invites participants of all experience levels to experiment with sound, rhythm, and self-expression in a supportive environment. Whether you're a seasoned musician, a curious beginner, or someone who has always wanted to play music but never knew where to start, this workshop is for you. Explore our collection of percussion instruments, gongs, sound-making toys, drums, and looping equipment while learning the basics of creating immersive soundscapes and layered musical journeys. We'll offer a hands-on introduction to the art of live looping, demonstrating how simple sounds and rhythms can be transformed into rich, evolving musical textures. Participants are encouraged to sing, hum, drum, shake, strike, improvise, and play alongside us as we co-create a spontaneous sound experience together. At its heart, this workshop is about breaking through self-doubt, silencing the inner critic, and discovering that everyone has the capacity to create music. Come as you are, bring your curiosity, and leave inspired by the power of collaborative creativity.
Facilitated by Willow & Rikki LaCoste
Altars & Shrines
Join in on a discussion of altars and shrines - what's the difference? Why does it matter? What are the things you would put on an altar or shrine and how would you arrange them? Why do we put things in the places we put them? We will be examining how and why we set up our sacred spaces the way we do, go over several different approaches to altar set-up, and look at them in terms of convenience, aesthetics, fire safety, and more. This will be a hands-on workshop where we try out various altar set-ups and ritual tools in a variety of ways and traditions.
Facilitated by James Carter
Ecstatic Dance
Join Aphrodite Unbound for a transformative Ecstatic Dance experience, where live music and movement come together in a powerful journey of self-expression, connection, and freedom. Guided by a core ensemble featuring Aphrodite Unbound members and guest musicians, participants will be invited to move, dance, sway, stretch, release, celebrate, and explore a wide range of rhythms, tempos, and musical landscapes. The experience unfolds organically, carrying dancers through moments of grounding, intensity, playfulness, reflection, and joyful release. Musicians attending the festival are warmly invited to contribute their own sounds and energy to the collective experience. Before the dance begins, we'll provide guidance on the flow of the journey and how participants can safely engage in both the movement and musical aspects of the experience. The session concludes with a nourishing cacao offering, providing an opportunity to integrate the experience, reconnect with community, and step into the rest of the festival feeling energized, aligned, and uplifted.
Facilitated by Willow & Rikki LaCoste
Nightly Fire & Drumming
As night falls, gather with us around the sacred fire—the heart of our festival and a beacon for joy, rhythm, and connection. All are welcome to drum and dance and share in the magic of community beneath the stars. Whether you’re meeting old friends or kindling new bonds, this is a space to let your spirit move and your heartbeat sync with the rhythm of the circle. Stay for a moment or until the sun rises—this fire will burn through the night, fed by laughter, music, and wild, sacred joy. Bring your drum, your voice, your feet—or simply your presence.
Whispers & Stories
Tucked away from the festival’s wildest rhythms, The Ember Hearth offers a quieter fire for those who seek connection through story, song, and thoughtful conversation. Come sit beneath the stars, share tales of tunes, or simply listen as the flames dance and voices weave gentle magic. This is a space for kindred spirits, soft laughter, and the warmth of words.
Sunday
Herb Walk
Tour this majestic site with Laurie to get to know our plant allies and their edible, medicinal and magickal attributes. As foraging and wildcrafting are becoming more popular, it is important to know who is who in the plant and fungi world and to know how to harvest ethically. We can also collect wildflowers to decorate mullein torches for the Corn King ritual and other ornamentation to decorate the King Himself! Children are very welcome on this walk. Each walk and talk will take a different route, keeping to roads and paths to avoid Poison Ivy (which will be identified!) so there won't be too many mobility issues. If people want to continue past the hour and explore more challenging rocky shoreline walks, that can be an option as well. Meet at the entrance/registration area at 10:00.
Facilitated by Laurie Benson
Somatic Breathwork
Your breath is the oldest magic you carry. This somatic breathwork sessions uses slow, intentional breathing to shift your nervous system into calm - quieting mental noise, easing anxiety, and rooting you fully in your body and the earth beneath you. Whether you arrive at Midsummer buzzing with excitement or carrying the weight of the everyday world, this practice meets you exactly where you are. Leave rooted, steady, and fully present for the magic ahead.
Facilitated by Sonia
Kraken Kafe: Harvest Soup Blessing
Our fairy friends are all huddled away in their homes as the cold winds roll in. Making warm drinks and sweet treats as they lie in wait for Summer's return. But as the wheel spins, and we see the colours of our mother change around us, that shift should be a welcome one to us. With change comes opportunity. We welcome you all to have a cup of soup, and to join us for a spell. We will be focusing our energies into an intention spell for the upcoming season. Think of how you will change and channel that, stirring your intent into the broth. Guests will be welcome to a free cup of vegetable soup (as long as supplies last). We will be drawing sigils and charms onto recyclable cups and filling them with delicious soup! After which you can drink it yourself, give it to a loved one, or offer it as a libation. You are also welcome to have a cup of tea with us, as we will have a few teas available and a kettle going (please bring your own mug for tea).
Facilitated by Melia & Max
Toilet Bombs!
Back by popular demand these little balls of super cleaning power are great for cleaning toilets, sinks and even great as a shower streamer! Come make some with me and take some home yourself! Those with sensitivities to particles in the air might need to use a mask or face covering.
Facilitated by Kimi
Ajne, Third Works
Do your dreams come true, do you think of a song just for it to start playing on the radio? Ever think of a friend and suddenly they call you out of the blue? These aren't just coincidences; they're the natural perks of an activated third eye. Come join us to unlock these intuitive abilities through guided meditation and lively conversation—where we connect the dots and have a few laughs along the way.
Facilitated by Rick
Corn Dolly Making
Throughout the British Isles, at the time of the first harvest, the harvest of grain, corn dollies were traditionally woven and kept, sometime for years... come and learn why. We will talk about the symbolism and the lore associated with corn dollies while we learn how to make one for offering or to take home.
Facilitated by Anne Marie Greymoon
Belly Dance
Intro to Raqs Sharqi (bellydance)
This workshop will teach the basic movements and postures that make up the foundation of raqs sharqi, or bellydance. No prior dance experience is necessary, all bodies are welcome. Come shimmy with me!
Facilitated by Cherica
Guided Meditation & Sound Bowl Session
Join Sarah as she holds space for you to release what no longer serves you, and helps you to receive what the universe has in store for you. An artistic intention setting ceremony will help you to create hope and comfort for the upcoming winter season.
Please bring yoga mats, pillows and any simple items that will make you feel comfortable and able to relax for 45-60 minutes.
Facilitated by Sarah Skagen
The Witches' Taper
Mullein stalks have traditionally been used as torches in ceremony. What fun if we could make some for the Corn King procession! Let's meet in the Craft Cabin (down past the Rec Centre on the way to the fire pit). Hot wax will be used, so small children should be monitored by their caregivers. The tapers will be decorated with dried flowers that we can collect on site on our herb walks! (and I will bring a dehydrator!)
Facilitated by Laurie Benson
Chakra Essentials
Let's connect with each of our chakras in an informative meditation practice. I'll spend some time talking about each Chakra and the focus tools you can use to help connect deeper. I'll speak to my experiences and join you with custom essential oil blends I've created thru this work. Pre-order if you'd like your own set of Chakra oils to take home!
Facilitated by Kimi
Adornment
Have you ever been curious about fashion and adornment history? Are you looking for some tips and tricks for styling a fireside, daytime, or ritual outfit? Want a closer look at some of the unique pieces at the No Dollar Store, or have something special you'd like to add to it and tell the story of? You've found your workshop! After a chit-chat about fashion history and pagan adornment, I will go through my process of how I build outfits (using items from the No Dollar Store and our own pieces) using your own personal style goals as my guide! Then we will have a fashion show, complete with a runway! Bring along your favourite garments; all ages and genders welcome!
Children are encouraged to bring their costumes and ready themselves for the King!
Facilitated by Anita
Community Drum Circle
A nearly continuous hour of playing various percussion. Session begins and ends with open jam. Please be on time and bring your drum and alternate percussion (shakers, singing bowls, bells, etc, if available).You will play and understand the pulse, then "up" beat. You will then explore listening, accent, space, groupings, entrainment, syntax, coherence, tension and resolution. This session mainly uses African percussion to follow common western music format. Using various rhythm games we will emphasize the importance of expression, listening and community. Time permitting, you may also learn Fanga.
Facilitated by the Drum Dr.
Hand Pans & Looping Performance
I am the scintillating bright sounds of childlike curiosity and wonder. I am the mesmerizing rhythmic harmonies of energy in motion. I am the haunting melodic refrain of lives lived and loves lost. I am the driving pulsation of inspiration motivation calculation. An unique and compelling live musical journey of handpan and live looping. A solo performance by Paul/Pablo.I am all things and nothing. I am that I am, and I am what I am Music is the answer, regardless of the question.
Facilitated by iyam.wutiyam
Corn King Ritual
You know why we are here. The Corn king is once again, seated on his throne, to be challenged and be ultimately defeated, suffering three deaths.His sacrifice will nourish us through the coming winter until we meet again.This may be the most anticipated event of the year for our community.Come revel in the glory and bask in the heat. Dance the night away with us and stave off the cold. Long live the Corn King!
Monday
Closing Ritual & Travel Blessing
Join us as we gently bring the festival to a close with intention, gratitude, and deep connection. This ritual marks the end of our shared journey—honouring the circle we have created, giving thanks to all who gathered, and releasing the energy that has carried us through our time together.We will offer gratitude to the spirits of the land, acknowledge the paths we’ve walked, and send our blessings back to the elements and our ancestors. Together, we reflect, celebrate, and carry forward the magick we’ve woven as a community.All are welcome—come as you are, and step out of the circle with a full heart, grounded spirit, and lasting connection.
Community Clean-Up
Help us return the site to the way we found it and keep our Mother Earth thriving! Take only memories, leave nothing but footprints
Site Closes at 3pm
The circle closes at 3 PM on Sunday, so gather your gear, say your goodbyes, and slip away before the goblins put you to work.
Merry Meet,Merry Part,and Merry Meet Again!