Family Events held in Belmont, Ontario

Events Planned or Sponsored by the HUB

The HUB Board and sub-committees regularly organize and sponsor activities that take place not only in the HUB building but in many other locations around town. Many of your favourite Belmont events are planned or sponsored by the HUB!

Village Information Night

This evening event is a great opportunity for the members of our community to learn more about what the local Belmont clubs, service groups, sports associations, churches and businesses have to offer. If you are looking for something specific or are new to Belmont this is a great way to find out what's going on in town and how you can get involved in our community. This event runs annually in June.

The HUB Kids Events

The HUB Kids Sub-committee currently plans, organizes and runs a variety of seasonally-themed events and other Belmont kids activities just for fun! Some of their successful kids events include

Winterfest (Everyone)
When:  Family Day Monday in February  
Where:  Union St. Park and the HUB
Everyone is welcome to join us for Winterfest activities. If you feel a little chilly while visiting with neighbours and friends? Why not enjoy a Hot Chocolate with the works at our Hot Chocolate Bar.

Kids will have a blast playing all the free games like Snow bowling, Snowball Target Toss, Snow-pitch hitting contest, Ice Fishing, Snow Sculpting/Painting and winning great prizes. If parents want to get in the game with their kids they can pre-register to participate in the parent and child Ball Hockey Tournament. 

But, if sports aren’t your thing and cooking is right up your ally we have something for you too! Enter your best chili creation in the Winterfest Chili Cook-off and win the honour of becoming Belmont’s Master Chili Cook-off Chef! Barbeque lunch and drinks are also available for purchase. Looking for something unique? Check out the Winterfest silent auction with many exiting items to bid on.

Easter Egg Hunt (Little Kids)
When: Good Friday @ 11:00 am
Where: Union St Park
Belmont kids of all ages gather together on Good Friday at Union St. Park for this event. The children are divided up into several different age groups and each group hunts for “eggs” (golf balls) in a different area of the park. The eggs that they find are exchanged for goodie bags of treats at the end of the hunt. Every child receives a candy bag regardless of how many balls they find.

At the end of the hunt the Easter Bunny makes an appearance to say hello to the children. The Easter Egg Hunt also includes a draw for Easter baskets full of great prizes which helps to cover the cost of running this free event. For those who would like a little more to eat than Easter candy there is also a BBQ at the end of the Hunt.

Summer Fun day (Everyone)
When: The last weekend before school is out
Where: Union St Park and the HUB
Summer Fun Day (SFD) is the brainchild of the committed and tireless HUB Kids Committee. The group’s vision is to create an event that brings families together and attracts visitors to Elgin County by way of Belmont. This town is a gateway to the larger County and the event is a unique way to exhibit our community spirit and promote local business and attractions. The first year (2008) was a success and every year since; the event has grown to include more local and County businesses, organizations, service clubs and participants of all ages.

The 2011 Summer Fun Day will include many new events and activities for people of all ages and will attract a host of new visitors to our wonderful community. For the first time in 2011 SFD will feature a rock climbing wall, Belmont Idol, a dog show, belly dancing demonstration, seniors fun bingo, three local bands, an Elgin County winery and a St. Thomas brewery. Old favourites are returning as well such as the inflatable jumpees, kids’ carnival games and face painting for kids and the Elgin County information booth. The dunk tank, watermelon-eating contest and sports skills competition will entertain participants of all ages once again in 2011. The highly anticipated and fully licensed Summer Evening Garden Party will return for adults and will feature local wines and beers as well as showcase homegrown musical talent. 

The Little Monster Bash and Halloween Bash (Little Kids, Adults)
When: The Saturday before Halloween
Where: Starts at the HUB and ends at the Belmont Arena
The Little Monster Bash has grown in 2010! The event begins at the HUB where families gather together to register to participate. After registration there is a “Zombie Walk” and participants make their way through town to the arena, zombie-style. There are a number of stops at local stores and businesses to participate in activities and collect treats on the way the arena. Once the “Zombies” arrive at their destination there are more treats and games as well as the very popular creepy haunted house.

In the evening it is the adults' turn to scare their friends and neighbours at the HUB Halloween Bash, upstairs at the arena. Join us for a night of spooky fun and prizes!

Santa’s Workshop (Little Kids)
When: November
Where: the HUB
This event includes fun crafts for the younger set as well as tasty treats for everyone. Santa always makes time for a visit to Belmont during the Workshop so have your Christmas list ready.

The HUB Teen Events

Amazing Race for Teens (12-17)  
When:  Saturday before the May 24 weekend @ 10:00 am
Where:  Union St. Park and the HUB
Teams of 2 players must pre-register to participate in the Amazing Race. The registration fee is $5 which includes lunch (hotdog/drink/chips). Participating teams race around Belmont, striving to reach the “Pit-stops” first. At each pit-stop they must complete a task in order to receive a clue which will help them conquer the next leg of the race.  The winning team receives a great prize!  
 
Are you interested in HUB teen activities? or Do you have some great ideas for future activities for Belmont teens? Contact us at hubteens@hotmail.com

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