Published Jul 27, 2025 1 minute readArticle contentPeople flocked to Bear River July 26 for parades, fireworks and to see family and friends.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThe festival began in 1893 and is now sponsored by the Bear River Fire Department. It is one of the longest-running festivals in the province.Article contentArticle content Fernie Smith, 8, left, and her 10-year-old sister Iris carry the banner in the Bear River Cherry Carnival children’s parade on July 26. The Airdrie, Alta., residents were visiting family in the area. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentArticle content The cherries were the star of the show at the 132nd Bear River Cherry Carnival on July 26. Hubley’s Colleen Zinn got a pint to enjoy during the warm summer day. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentArticle content Jody Robicheau, of the Bear River Fire Department, collects donations during the Bear River Cherry Carnival grand street parade on July 26. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentArticle contentArticle content Harper Meuse was having a ball taking part in the Bear River Cherry Carnival grand street parade July 26. She was on the SPW Carpentry float. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentArticle content Anna Trimper waves to the crowd during the Bear River Cherry Carnival grand street parade July 26. She was part of the Lawrie Group of Home Hardware Companies float. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentArticle content Sparky helps Bear River Fire Department Chief David McCormick get ready for the grease pole competition July 26 during the 132nd cherry carnival in the community. Photo by Jason Malloy /Annapolis Valley RegisterArticle contentArticle content
IN PHOTOS: 132 years and counting for Bear River Cherry Carnival
