SAT + SUN
Live Music + Performances
Stage energy, sing-alongs and live entertainment.
FREE ADMISSION MARCUS GARVEY BIRTHDAY WEEKEND
ONE BIG WEEKEND. ONE POWERFUL COMMUNITY.
A joyful weekend of culture, family, music, food, friendly competition and community together at Camp Wakanda Forever.
August 21–22, 2027
Camp Wakanda Forever, 1032 D Crookston Road, Madoc, ON
✓ Free admission✓ Bus available✓ Camping + RV✓ All ages
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COUNTDOWN TO THE BIG PICNIC
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LIVE MUSIC ✦ FAMILY BBQ ✦ DOMINO TOURNAMENT ✦ KITE WORKSHOP ✦ GARVEY TRIBUTE ✦ TALENT SHOW ✦ BONFIRE ✦ CAMPING ✦ COMMUNITY ✦ GOOD VIBES ✦
THE 2026 AFTERGLOW
Open Picnic Highlights What a weekend. Relive The BIG Picnic.
See community photos, highlights and the moments that made the weekend special, while we get ready for the next one.
MAKE YOUR DAY EASY
Pick what you need. Then come enjoy yourself.
COMMUNITY PULSEThe weekend is already moving.
21Projected guests
6Picnic reservations
0Volunteers
0Vendors + performers
Add your crew →
THIS WEEKEND HAS RANGE
View Full Schedule Come for one thing. End up doing everything.
SAT
Domino Tournament
Strategy, rivalry, laughter and serious bragging rights.
SAT
Kite Workshop
Build it. Decorate it. Fly it. A family favourite.
ALL WEEKEND
Food + Picnic Vibes
Bring your appetite, and your people.
SAT NIGHT
Bonfire Under the Stars
Firelight, marshmallows and a perfect summer night.
SUN
Garvey Birthday Celebration
A joyful community moment to close the weekend strong.
WHY WE GATHER
Joy with purpose. Community with memory. Unity you can feel.
The BIG Picnic is Marcus Garvey Birthday Weekend brought to life through family, culture, fellowship and community. It is a place to celebrate together and remind the next generation what unity looks like in action.
“One People. One Purpose. One Powerful Picnic.”
2 DaysAll Ages1 Community
TURN THE PICNIC UP
The BIG Picnic Sound
Press play. Catch the vibe. Share the weekend.
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Official Big Picnic audio • tap play to listen
WEEKEND PULSE
Save room for the moments everybody talks about.
Saturday
- CREATEKite Making + Flying
- COMPETEMarcus M. Garvey Domino Tournament
- SHINEWakanda Got Talent
- HONOURMarcus Garvey Tribute
- CONNECTBonfire + Marshmallow Roast
Sunday
- RELAXEasy family start at Camp Wakanda
- CELEBRATEMarcus Garvey Birthday Cake
- REFLECTClosing Ceremony + Speaker
- TOGETHERFood, family, culture + community
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Everything you need before you hit the road.
Parking is available onsite. Bus transportation is available. Bring chairs, blankets, coolers and your favourite picnic gear. The event is rain or shine, with overnight tent and RV options.
📍Camp Wakanda ForeverMadoc, Ontario
🚗Parking OnsiteArrive ready for a full day
🧺Bring Your Picnic GearChairs • blankets • coolers
☀️Rain or ShineSummer energy either way
DON’T JUST ATTEND. GET IN IT
There’s a place for your energy.
Help make the weekend unforgettable.
GOOD TO KNOW
Quick answers before picnic weekend.
Is admission free?
Yes. Admission is free. Donations are welcome.
Is The BIG Picnic family-friendly?
Yes. The weekend is designed for children, youth, adults and elders.
What should I bring?
Bring chairs, blankets, coolers, picnic gear and whatever helps your crew settle in comfortably for the day.
Can I take the bus?
Yes. Bus transportation is available and seats should be reserved early.
Can I stay overnight?
Yes. Tent and RV reservation options are available.
