Public Service Announcement: Civic Holiday Weekend 2026 Holiday Hours and Activities

Children playing in the Allan F. Gretsinger Pool in Beamsville, with one child jumping in the water.
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Public Service Announcement

Lincoln, ON – (July 28, 2026) – With the August long weekend approaching, the Town of Lincoln would like to inform you about some altered hours for Town facilities and services for the weekend of August 1 and 2, and the observed Civic Holiday on Monday, August 3. Please see below for details.

Facility Hours

Town Hall

Monday, August 3 | Closed

  • Water samples will not be accepted after 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 30 and we will resume accepting samples on Tuesday, August 4 at 8:30 a.m.
  • Visit the Region's website to view alternative drop off locations.

Lincoln Community Hub (Former BDSS) 

  • Friday, July 31 | 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
  • Saturday, August 1 – Sunday, August 2 | Closed except for programs and private rentals
  • Monday, August 3 | Closed 

View the schedule online. 

Summer Camps and private rentals will run as scheduled. 

Fleming Centre

  • Saturday, August 1 | 9 a.m to 5 p.m
  • Sunday, August 2 | 9 a.m to 5 p.m
  • Monday, August 3 | Closed

Visit our website to view information on all available programs.

Save the Date: Fling Off King Returns Saturday, September 26!

Join the biggest street party in Downtown Beamsville as Fling Off King returns to the Fleming Centre for a day filled with live music, delicious food, unique vendors, local entertainment, and community celebration. Bring the whole family, gather your friends, and invite anyone looking for an unforgettable time in Lincoln—this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Lincoln Community Centre

  • Saturday, August 1 | Closed except for programs and private rentals
  • Sunday, August 2 | Closed except for programs and private rentals 
  • Monday, August 3 | Closed

Visit our website to view facility rental information. 

Make a splash this Civic Holiday at the pools! 

Allan F. Gretsinger Pool

  • Saturday, August 1 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 2 | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Monday, August 3 | 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Join us for a FREE Leisure Swim from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, August 3! Please register to secure your spot.

Jordan Lions Pool

  • Saturday, August 1 | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 2 | Closed
  • Monday, August 3 | 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join us for a FREE Leisure Swim from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, August 3! Please register to secure your spot.

Visit our website to view the pool schedule and register for programs. Please note that swimming lessons will run as scheduled on Monday, August 3. 

Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre

  • Saturday, August 1 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 2 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Monday, August 3 | Closed

Summer Exhibits & Historic Building Tours

Explore the exhibits and tour the historic buildings this season. Take a tour of the Fry Family home (c.1815) and the Schoolhouse (c.1859)!

  • Closed Mondays
  • 3800 Main Street, Jordan
  • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Tours until 4p.m.)

For more information, visit the Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre website. 

Music at the Museum

Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a relaxed summer night surrounded by music and community spirit!

  • Thursday, July 30
  • 3800 Main Street, Jordan
  • 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

For more information, visit the Lincoln Museum & Cultural Centre website.

Save the Date: Harvest Pioneer Day Returns Saturday, September 19, 2026!

Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate the fall harvest at the 60th annual Harvest Pioneer Day! The day will include folk art, historic craft demonstrations, live music, food trucks, and so much more. Bring the whole family to experience the sights and sounds!

Save the Date: Walking Together – Steps Toward Reconciliation 

Please save the date of Tuesday, September 29 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and join us for a community walk to honour the children who never returned home, and the survivors of residential schools. For more information, please visit our event webpage.

Lincoln Pelham Public Library (LPPL - Fleming & Rittenhouse branches) 

  • Saturday, August 1 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, August 2 | Closed
  • Monday, August 3 | Closed

Sign up for the summer reading club! 

Dive into the 2026 TD Summer Reading Club, Canada’s biggest, bilingual summer reading program for kids of all ages, interests, and abilities! Registration is open all summer long. Find out more about the TD Summer Reading Club today!

While the library is closed, check out these free online resources: 

  • Borrow eBooks and audiobooks on CloudLibrary  
  • Read eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines on Libby.  
  • Catch up on the news, including access to local newspapers, with PressReader.  
  • Watch TV shows and movies on Kanopy.  
  • Need a library card? Visit your local branch or sign up online to receive your library card by mail.  

The Next Chapter: Expanding the Vineland Branch

Learn more about the upcoming $5 million expansion and renovation set to begin in 2027. Thanks to a $2 million federal grant and early generosity from the community, more than 70% of the campaign goal has already been raised. Find out how you can support this project and be part of the next chapter.

For more information, visit the Lincoln Pelham Public Library website.  

Fireworks in the Town of Lincoln

As per by-law number 07-77 “A Bylaw to Prohibit and Regulate the Sale and Use of Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Special Effects Within the Town of Lincoln”, fireworks are not permitted on the Civic Holiday.  

Fireworks are permitted two days before and seven days following the Victoria Day and Canada Day holidays only.

Visit our website to learn more.