Friday the 13th is a phenomenon that attracts motorcycle enthusiasts from across North America to the lakeside community of Port Dover.

Upcoming dates:

2023 – January 13, October 13

2024 – September 13, December 13

2025 – June 13

The Port Dover Kinsmen are responsible for:

• Camping in Port Dover at Kinsmen Park
• Souvenirs available to purchase at Kinsmen Park
• Vendors at locations approved by Norfolk County Council
• Food, refreshments, beer tent in accordance with Norfolk County Municipal Alcohol Policy and Alcohol Gaming Commission
• Portable washrooms and wash stations

The Port Dover Board of Trade is responsible for:

• Vendors at various locations approved by Council or the Board of Trade
• Coordinating, licensing, and collecting a user fee from other parties who wish to use the Friday the 13th, PD13, or official Friday the 13th logo. All of the mentioned “marks” are legally registered on title (copyright) and are the property of Norfolk County
• Food, refreshments, beer tent in accordance with Norfolk County Municipal Alcohol Policy and Alcohol Gaming Commission
• Portable washrooms and wash stations

The Port Dover Lions are responsible for:

• Camping at Silver Lake

Norfolk County is responsible for:

• Business Licensing
  • If you have any questions or need help, contact the Licensing Officer at 226-NORFOLK ext. 1357, or the [email protected].
    • Click to download the Friday the 13^th Business Licence Application