Apply to be a vendor, sponsor, join the parade, enter Battle of the Bands or donate to the fireworks show
Township of King, Ont. (April 9, 2026) — Calling all local artisans, entertainers and community groups. King Township is getting ready for summer and invites you to help welcome sunny days by participating in one of its signature events: the Nobleton Victoria Day Fair and Fireworks Show, presented by Tim Hortons. The event will be held on Monday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to dusk at the Dr. William Laceby Community Centre and Arena, located at 15 Old King Road in Nobleton.
This family-friendly summer kick-off has been enjoyed by the community for over 50 years, attracting thousands of attendees to enjoy a day of live entertainment, mid-way rides and games, a parade, fireworks and a variety of food and retail vendors.
Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with audiences in a meaningful way! Here’s how you can get involved to make this year’s event even more unforgettable:
Apply to be a vendor or become a sponsor
This event offers businesses a unique and interactive way to build brand recognition, foster customer loyalty, and increase sales by applying to be an event vendor or sponsor.
Vendors receive a 10x10 foot space indoors at the event venue from noon to dusk and must be operational between noon and 9:30 p.m. Fees start at $150 (plus HST) for profit vendors and $35 (plus HST) for non-profit vendors. Applications close on Monday, May 4 and space is limited so make sure you don’t miss out!
Elevate your brand through a variety of sponsorship opportunities tailored to fit every budget. From entertainment and fireworks sponsorships to becoming a friend of the celebration, businesses can gain meaningful brand exposure while supporting community connection.
Register for Battle of the Bands
Do you play in a family-friendly band? Register online for the chance to take part in the Battle of the Bands competition. Competing bands will each play a 15-minute set on stage, with the winner, selected by the audience, securing a spot as the opening act for King Township’s Canada event headliner. Registration closes on Monday, May 4 and bands selected to play will be notified by Friday, May 8. All genres welcome.
Participate in the parade
Make it a festive start to your day by registering a float for the annual Nobleton Victoria Day parade. The parade begins at the Nobleton Library (Sheardown Drive and Highway 27) at 11 a.m. and ends at Old King Road. From the library, the parade travels south on Highway 27, turning east on Hill Farm Road and south on Wellar Avenue. The parade then weaves its way down Weller Avenue connecting with King Road. The parade then turns west on King Road and ends at Old King Road. Registration to participate in the parade closes on Friday, May 1.
For more information about the event, including application packages and registration forms, visit king.ca/NobletonVictoriaDay.
Questions? Email events@king.ca.
Donate online to support the fireworks show
The Victoria Day event culminates with its signature fireworks show, beginning at dusk. Credited as one of the best Victoria Day fireworks displays in Ontario, it is also the largest publicly funded show and relies on donations from business and residents.
Starting the week of April 13, crew from the Nobleton Firefighter’s Association will be going door-to-door in the Nobleton community to collect monetary donations. Donations can also be made online at king.ca/OnlineServices. Tax receipts will be provided for donations of $10 or more.
This year’s event and fireworks show will go on, with some modifications
As phase two of the Nobleton Park Revitalization project continues to take shape, vendor and entertainment spaces are being thoughtfully adjusted around ongoing construction of the park to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Changes to expect:
- Reduced family fun zone (no inflatables).
- Market vendors relocated indoors.
- Limited walk-in access through the park; enter via 15 Old King Road.
- Fireworks viewing area limited to the two baseball diamond outfields.
- Local watch parties are encouraged! Enjoy the show from your nearby property or consider hosting a street viewing party.
For more details, and to view an aerial map of the event layout, visit king.ca/NobletonVictoriaDay.
Construction of the Nobleton Park Revitalization project is anticipated to be completed in summer 2026, bringing new recreational and cultural amenities to the Nobleton community, including a wading pool that converts to a refrigerated outdoor ice rink in winter, an amphitheatre, lit pickleball courts, a soccer field, formalized walking paths, and a program facility. Learn more at king.ca/MajorProjects.
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