Victorian aesthetic meets sci-fi at Fergus steampunk festival

September 10, 2025 @ 9:00 amNews

Alicia Colleen Lamarche gave the audience a twirl during her walk in this years fashion show. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Local Pieces Gallery showcased a collection of steampunk inspired sculptures. This sculpture featured a rotating baby head. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Ann and Andy Jones came dressed in matching outfits. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Going all out – Gene, left, and Chris Brockey showed off their costumes. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Jewels Princeton left both the crowd and the judges speechless with her costume. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
A yellow robot received a quick repair. Photos by Bill Longshaw
Contestant number 17 was not your average grandma, as bits and bobs had been replaced to create what she called “the Gram bot”. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Lots to see – Visitors weaved thir way throigh the multitude of vendor tents. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Jacob, left, and Cameron came dressed for the occasion. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Fergus based sewist Theo Clark was one of many vendors selling their wares at the Sept. 6 festival. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Contestant number 19 showed off their costume in the fashion show. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
A photo of some of the many crafts and trinkets available for purchase. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
One Arm Bob wowed crowds with a chaotic and high energy performance. Crowds formed around the performer as he performed tricks such as balancing a ladder on his face, attaching mini bear traps to his amputated arm and donning various arm attachments. Photo by Bill Longshaw
Contestant number 34 amazed the crowd with her moveable dinosaur mask during the fashion show. Photos by Ellouise Thompson
Contestant number 25 was dressed to impress as she showed off her outfit in this years fashion show. Photos by Ellouise Thompson

Festival fun – The annual Fergus Cogs and Clockwork Steampunk Festival took place Sept. 6 as steampunk enthusiasts and curious onlookers filled Fergus’ downtown strip. The event featured over 50 vendors selling various wares including crafts, clothing and unique art pieces. The festival ran from 10am to 5pm.