Around the Bend Shop Hop 2026

June 3–6, 2026 • 8 Great Canadian Quilt Shops • Free Pattern + Prizes

Get ready to hit the road for a fun, colourful adventure across Ontario’s favourite quilting destinations!

Join us and seven other fabulous Canadian quilt shops for the Around the Bend Shop Hop—a four-day celebration of community, creativity, and quilting.

Shop Hop Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 9:00am–5:00pm
Annie's Quilt Shop also open Wednesday & Friday until 7:00pm

How It Works

1. Pick up your free passport at any of the participating shops starting June 3.
2. Visit as many of the 8 shops as you like—you can start and finish anywhere!
3. Get your passport stamped at each shop you visit.
4. Collect a unique $14 block kit at each shop—each one features a different fabric for the Shop Hop quilt.
5. Optional: Pick up a one-time finishing kit with binding and accent fabric for $21 at any shop.
6. Receive your free pattern to complete the quilt (61" x 81") at your final stop.
7. Turn in your completed passport at your last stop to be entered in the prize draws:
   • $1,000, $600, or $400 in gift certificates
   • Each store also has a $150 door prize basket

Participating Shops & Locations

Plan Your Route

Bring a friend, carpool with your guild, and make it a road trip to remember! Don’t forget to tag us at @KawarthaQuilting and use #AroundTheBendShopHop on social media to share your journey.

Need a Passport?

You can click here to download the printable passport and bring it with you, or pick one up in-store at any participating shop.

We can't wait to see you! Happy hopping! ✂️🧵