The Annual Junction Creek Festival & Trout Release will be held on from 12-3pm at Twin Forks Park, with the opening ceremony starting at 12pm by the creek. This beloved community celebration honors the revival of Junction Creek, return of life to the watershed, the dedicated stewards who make it all possible, and the inspiration of hope for future possibilities.
Come celebrate with us! With an optional pay-what-you-can donation, take part in an afternoon of outdoor fun and connect with nature. The festival features interactive displays, community booths, games, and the highlight of the day, the joyful release of brook trout into the creek. Stop by the BBQ for food and drinks, available at budget-friendly prices (cash-only). Don’t forget to bring your reusable water bottle to help reduce waste.
This year’s festival will be especially meaningful as we honor the late Dr. Jane Goodall, who attended the festival and trout release in 2002. A special ceremony and relief sculpture will be unveiled to celebrate her legacy and inspire continued environmental stewardship.
In the weeks leading up to the festival, local businesses, volunteer groups, and schools will come together for creek cleanups, Sponsor-a-Fish Workplace Challenge, and a youth Trout Message Campaign. These hands-on activities help build environmental awareness and offer meaningful ways for the community to get involved in this important initiative.
You can catch a glimpse of last year’s event in our Trout Release video!
Getting to the Event – “Sustainable commute” friendly event!
Help the planet and avoid the parking hassle by choosing a sustainable way to get to the event! The parking lot fills up quickly, but there are plenty of easy, eco-friendly options available, whether you’re coming from home or parking a little farther away. Stay tuned for some fun perks for choosing green transportation.
Active Transportation:
Twin Forks Playground is connected to the Junction Creek Waterway Park trail network—perfect for walking or cycling! Bike racks will be available on-site.
Virtual trail maps: https://www.rainbowroutes.com/trail-network
GOVA Transit:
Ride FREE public transit to the event—just let your driver know you’re attending!
Did you know that there are buses that travel between the New Sudbury Centre and Twin Forks Park?! Check out the resources below to help plan your trip.
GOVA Transit Trip Planner: https://www.greatersudbury.ca/live/transit/trip-planner/
Directions (English & French)
Carpooling:
Reduce your carbon footprint and share the ride!
Checkout smartcommute.ca
Organized by Coalition for a Liveable Sudbury, Greater Sudbury Public Library, Better Beginning Better Futures Indigenous-led, Compass/Boussole/Akii-Izhinoogan, EarlyON Child & Family Centres, Junction Creek Stewardship Committee, reThink Green
Call-out for community groups
We are inviting community partners to be part of the event! There are various ways for community groups to participate which can be tailored to your capacity and interests, such as display booth, activity or game, outreach material, and much more. Let us know by filling out a Community Group Application Form.
Volunteers needed
Looking for a fun way to get involved and earn volunteer hours? We are seeking volunteers to help make the event a great success. Volunteer positions range from trout release station, food, games, greeter, photographers, and more. Sign up using the Volunteer Application Form
Seeking charitable donations and sponsors
Join our community of changemakers! Be part of a growing network of supporters committed to revitalizing our environment and strengthening our connection to the land and water. Together, we can restore what has been damaged, foster a deeper sense of environmental responsibility, and create lasting resilience against climate change. Your support helps build a future where nature thrives, communities flourish, and hope is passed down to generations to come.Please donate today!For more information about event sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Miranda at info@junctioncreek.com or call (705) 988-8736.Learn more about the trout release here: https://junctioncreek.com/community/junction-creek-festival/
