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BY THOMAS FLYNN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downtown Huntsville was buzzing with activity Saturday as Rotary NyDock Dockfest brought thousands of residents and visitors together for a full day of family-friendly entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The festivities began with a parade along Main Street, followed by an opening ceremony featuring remarks from Huntsville Mayor Nancy Alcock and Parry Sound\u2013Muskoka MPP Graydon Smith. Local singer Sophie Mann performed the national anthem before the day’s signature events got underway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the festival’s biggest attractions, the annual Bathtub Derby, once again proved to be a crowd favourite. Teams raced customized bathtubs through a challenging obstacle course in heats of six, with each heat winner advancing to the championship round. After an exciting series of races, Lovegrove Construction claimed the 2026 Bathtub Derby title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While the racing unfolded on the Muskoka River, Rivermill Park was alive with activity as families enjoyed live entertainment, interactive activities and a wide variety of local vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The day concluded with a new addition to the Rotary Nydock Dockfest\u2014a water ski show that wowed spectators along the waterfront. According to members of the executive organizing team, the performance was so well received that it is expected to become a regular feature of future events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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