LISTOWEL – It may not be ‘North America’s largest Irish festival’ this time around, but the important thing is Paddyfest has returned.
The 2022 edition of the Listowel Kin Family’s celebration of all things Irish kicked off on March 5, with the first of several scaled-back events taking place at the Kin Station. The opening night pub sampler on Saturday featured beer and liquor tastings courtesy of Sleeman Brewery and the Spring Mill Distillery, which was well attended according to Paddyfest co-chair Jeremy Reid.
The sampler was followed up by a musical performance featuring local act, ZAMM.
“Thanks to Ross Danbrook from Sleeman Brewery for imparting his knowledge of the products and answering any questions. ZAMM put on a great show for the crowd,” said Reid. “Thanks to Pat Berfelz and her team who donated their time, decorations, and prepared the Kin Station for the two-week celebration.”
The evening’s festivities also included a Pub Night Sampler, which was enjoyed by all, according to Paddyfest co-chair Jeremy Reid. Also pictured taking in the ZAMM show on Saturday night were locals Shelby Donegan, Michelle Quipp, Noah Terpstra, Brianne Donegan and Jenna Bitton. (Dan McNee Photo)
The Kinsmen Club also announced that its Pot O’ Gold Lottery is now officially sold out, with all 1,000 tickets spoken for. The grand prize draw will take place on Saturday, March 19 at the Homecoming event scheduled to run throughout the day at the Kin Station.
Remaining Paddyfest events include:
March 11 – Pub Night & Lottery Early Bird – Music from local act Jim ‘N Tonic with full pub. The second Pot O’ Gold Lottery early bird will also be drawn. Location is Kin Station and age of majority required. (Sold Out)
March 12 – Singles Squash Tournament – Registration open to both members and non-members of the Listowel Squash Courts.
March 12 – Paddyfest Comedy Show – Just for Laughs performer Casey Corbin will be headlining this event while bringing with him the funny stylings of Manolis Zantanos and Jason Allen. Location is Kin Station and age of majority required.
March 13 – Sunday Simulator Golf – Grab a foursome and hit the links, rain or shine. This best-ball, nine-hole competition is fun for all ages; the Kinsmen offer thanks to The Back 9 for the donation of their space and simulator machines. The location is The Back 9 in Listowel, and this event is open to all. (Sold Out)
March 17 – Trivia & Taps St. Patrick’s Day – Grab your team up to six and test your trivia knowledge and the taps. Questions will be general knowledge. Location is Kin Station and age of majority required.
March 18 – Bingo for Cystic Fibrosis – Fun night of Bingo with proceeds being directed to help fight cystic fibrosis.
March 19 – Paddyfest Homecoming – This full-day, drop-in event located at the Kin Station is set up as a pub day with live music by The Weekend Never Ends. The grand prize draw for the Paddyfest Pot O’ Gold Lottery will be happening later in the day.
For tickets, event pricing, more information and the full slate of events, visit www.paddyfest.ca. Events that are not sold out will have tickets available at the door.
