Saturday & Sunday
May 25& May 26
10AM to 4PM
Warkworth, a unique rural and sophisticated town, is situated in the beautiful rolling hills of the Municipality of Trent Hills and is host to the Warkworth Lilac Festival. Warkworth is just 90 minutes east of Toronto, 40 minutes south-east of Peterborough and 80 minutes west of Kingston.
The Warkworth Lilac Festival is an annual event that takes place on the Millennium Lilac Trail on the last weekend of May. The Lilac Festival attracts a multitude of visitors to the Millennium Lilac Trail and to Warkworth from all over the province. Many rare and beautiful lilacs of unique varieties have been planted strategically in beds along the trail turning it into a showcase of lilacs for all to delight in.
In 2022 the Lilac Festival introduced the ‘Avalanche’ double-white lilac, created in honor of the Queen’s 70th Platinum Jubilee. In 2017 the festival was honored to receive a Canada 150 Garden Experience Award.
Festivities on the Lilac Trail include activities for the entire family as well as the gardener and lilac enthusiast, included are a variety of vendors, children’s activities, musicians and food service.
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The Warkworth Lilac Festival is an annual event that takes place on the Millennium Lilac Trail on the last weekend of May. The Lilac Festival attracts a multitude of visitors to the Millennium Lilac Trail and to Warkworth from all over the province. Many rare and beautiful lilacs of unique varieties have been planted strategically in beds along the trail turning it into a showcase of lilacs for all to delight in.
Festivities on the Lilac Trail include activities for the entire family as well as the gardener and lilac enthusiast, included are a variety of vendors, children’s activities, musicians and food service.
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Guided Tours in 2023
Mid-May to mid-June, rain or shine – dress appropriately!
BUS TOURS
Guides are available to lead groups of approximately 15, along specific portions of the Lilac Trail for a one hour tour. The cost is $5 per person to be paid by cheque at the start of the tour.
PRIVATE TOURS – New for 2023!
Guided tours are available for small groups of 6 or less. At the completion of your one hour tour, you are welcome to stroll the remainder of the Lilac Trail at your leisure. The cost is $10 per person to be paid by e-transfer when your tour is confirmed.
Pre-registration is required for ALL Tours: contact Carol at wlftours@gmail.com
Explore!
There are discoveries around every corner in Northumberland County. Plan a fine lunch at one of our many cafes, enjoy the festivities on Main Street, and then wander the Millennium Lilac Trail admiring the lilacs in bloom. Bring your camera! Plan a pleasant drive through our rolling hills to the Village of Warkworth using our handy map tool.
