Northern Ontario's premier pregnancy and parenting expo, Bellies, Babies & Beyond, is back for its fourth year on May 9 at Carmichael Arena. Founded by locals Karleen Haché and Lindsey Chamberland, the event offers 70+ exhibitors, educational features, and community support for families at all stages. Advance tickets are $7 online, with children under 12 free.
Bellies, Babies & Beyond, Northern Ontario's premier pregnancy and parenting expo, is returning for its fourth consecutive year May 9. The event runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Carmichael Arena, 1298 Bancroft Dr. Founded by Greater Sudbury locals Karleen Haché and Lindsey Chamberland of K&L Events, the event was created to fill a gap in the community — a dedicated space where expecting parents, new families, and growing households could come together to discover local resources, connect with their community and find their village.
Now in its fourth year, BBB 2026 is the most ambitious edition yet, welcoming 70+ local exhibitors spanning health care, wellness, baby gear, maternity fashion, financial services, local artisans, food vendors and more. Beyond the exhibitor floor, the event offers an impressive lineup of features designed to educate, entertain, and support families at every stage: "We built BBB because we believed Sudbury families deserved a space entirely their own — a place to find the resources, the people, and the support that make this season of life a little less overwhelming and a lot more beautiful," said Karleen Haché, co-founder of Bellies, Babies & Beyond.
"Four years in, watching this community show up for each other year after year — it never gets old. " "Every year we ask ourselves how we can make it better than the last," added co-founder Lindsey Chamberland. "This year, we really delivered. We are so proud of what BBB 2026 has become and we cannot wait to welcome Sudbury families through those doors on May 9.
" Advance tickets are available online for $7 at bbbexpo.com — saving attendees $3 off the door price of $10. Children under 12 are always free. Free parking is available on site.
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