Fall fun for the whole family!
September 27 & 28, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, Ruthven, Ontario
Join us for the 46th Annual Ruthven Apple Festival—a two-day celebration packed with fun, flavour, and family-friendly entertainment!
What to Expect:
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Over 100 Craft & Food Vendors
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Live Entertainment All Weekend Long
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Farmers Market with fresh, local produce
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Car Show – Sunday Only
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A great community event for all ages!
This beloved event has proudly been named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario and continues to grow year after year thanks to the incredible support of our local community.
Supporting a Great Cause
To date, the Ruthven Apple Festival has raised over $1 million in support of Community Living Essex County, helping people with intellectual disabilities live full, meaningful lives in our community.
Get Involved
We’re always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the festival a success.
For more information or to volunteer, contact:
Tony DeSantis
519-776-6483 ext. 246
tony@communitylivingessex.org
Interested in being a craft vendor or food vendor at the Ruthven Apple Festival? Click the button below!
Interested in becoming a Ruthven Apple Festival sponsor? Click the button below!

Donate to Community Living Essex County
Click the button below to make a donation.
