EVENTS & FESTIVALS IN ONTARIO

705-324-5551  www.lindsayex.com

The 164th Lindsay Exhibition! Enjoy 5 days of family fun! Livestock & Horse Shows, Midway, Monster Trucks, Derbies, Truck, Tractor & Horse Pulls, Children's Entertainment, Concerts, Agricultural & Horticultural displays, Trade Show and so much more! Visit website for a list of all events.  » More

613-756-5885  www.madawaskavalley.ca

Find your path in the Madawasaka Valley where culture and wilderness experiences meet. Wander through the Artisan Festival on July 8th to find a hand made treasure, excite your taste buds at Taste of the Valley on Aug 18th and celebrate trees at There's Art in Your Wood pile festival on Sept 16th.  » More

613-633-6902  www.madawaskastudiotour.com

July 21-22 & Sept 29-30, 2018: Two great tours to suit the seasons! Visit our Studios and observe talented local artists at work while enjoying breathtaking scenery. Tour includes Painting, Photography, Woodworking, Jewelry Making, Iron Working, Pottery, Textiles & more! Free.  » More

905-688-0212  www.niagarawinefestival.com

3 amazing festivals…over 100 spectacular wines, events & tours! Discover the newest vintages: Homegrown Wine Festival, June 16-24. Celebrate the harvest & enjoy a Grand Parade: Sept 14-29. Indulge in a bit of heaven: Icewine Festival, Jan 11-27, 2019.  » More

844-878-8333  soundandlightshow.ca

July 9 to September 3 Free nightly sound & light show on Parliament Hill. Experience a thrilling journey through Canada’s history, highlighting Canadian stories of nation-building, partnership, discovery, valour, pride and vision. Multimedia show with music, lights, laser and more!  » More

705-639-5283  www.norwoodfair.com

Celebrating 150 years in 2018! We invite you to join us for 3 days of great fun & entertainment! Enjoy the cattle & horse shows, midway rides, kids’ games, baby animals, crafts & baked goods, live entertainment, tractor pulls, our famous antique car show and so much more! Fun for everyone.  » More

905-845-6601  oakville.ca/culturerec/oakville-childrens-festival.html

10am-4pm. Enjoy free live performances & hands-on activities that engage young imaginations & foster creativity. Food trucks and more! Free shuttle from Bronte GO or ride your bike. Rain or shine. Visit oakville.ca for details or call 905-845-6601.  » More

1-855-415-8687  www.orangevilletourism.ca

Orangeville invites you to experience the many festivals and events hosted by our lively community throughout the year. Music, art, theatre, food, outdoor recreation, and more await you in Orangeville. For current event details, visit http://orangevilletourism.ca/festivals-events/.  » More

613-471-1476  thecountywomensinstitute.ca/craft-show

Eastern Ontario's best 1-day craft show! 35th Annual Fair! Over 240 artisans showcasing beautiful jewellery, stained glass, paintings, clothing, pottery, wood products, outdoor furniture & more! Great food, free parking. Proceeds fund Women's Institute's community work. Picton Fairgrounds, $5/adult, under 12 free  » More

800-387-3456  www.pumpkinfest.org

Experience one of Ontario's most unique events! Giant vegetable weigh offs, huge 2-day Classic Car Show, Marketplace & Craft Show, live entertainment, pumpkin carving, Kiddie Karnival, midway rides & much more!  » More

Experience award winning food, live arts & entertainment, world class beaches & year round shopping. Come out & enjoy our beautiful historic lakeside community hosting several events throughout the year. Featuring A Taste of Port, Canfest, Harbourfest, Christmas in the Harbour, Women's Shopping Weekend & much more!  » More

October 6 - 8, 2018 - Great Family Fun Thanksgiving Weekend! Both in Downsview Park & Richmond Hill. This 3 day family-friendly fall event features lots of outdoor fun for people of all ages, including Pumpkin carving, rides, contests, food and much more. Ride the Pumpkin Express train through the park to visit all the sights!  » More

705-457-2330  www.railsendgallery.com

Contemporary art by regional & local artists in Haliburton's historic rail station. Also Haliburton Art & Craft Festival 2018 July 27,28,29 and Haliburton DrumFest 2018 August 28- Sept 1 (concert Sept 1) Rails End Boutique had one of a kind items for home, cottage and gift-giving.  » More

416-461-8383  www.TOwaterfrontfest.com

JUNE 22 to 24th - It’s all BIG for the 2018 Redpath Waterfront Festival. Discover LARGER than life fun on Toronto’s waterfront with a MASSIVE waterfront installation, HUGE entertainment, Wine & Spirits Festival, Waterfront Artisan Market & a WHOPPING Kids Zone!  » More

1-877-283-6647  www.rogerscup.com

Women's Tennis Returns to Toronto! Get closer to the action this July as Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova and hometown hero Eugenie Bouchard take centre stage in Toronto at Rogers Cup. There’s fun for all ages with tennis, shopping, dining, family activities and more. It’s a can’t-miss event!  » More

519-332-0330  www.city.sarnia.on.ca

Don’t miss Sarnia’s fabulous summer events for 2018! Summer Entertainment Series: FREE family-friendly, outdoor entertainment at 4 locations, starting June 6! Kids Funfest (June 9): FREE educational, interactive experiences. Hobbyfest (August 25): exciting hands-on demonstrations.  » More

1-800-511-7429  www.shawfest.com

The perfect intermission from life! In 2018, 14 plays in three theatres, Apr 4-Oct 28 including the glamorous musical GRAND HOTEL, C.S. Lewis’ THE MAGICIAN’S NEPHEW, THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, a Sherlock Holmes whodunit, and MYTHOS: A TRILOGY – Gods. Heroes. Men. starring Stephen Fry  » More

705-607-7744  www.wasagabeachblues.com

A 2 day, open air blues festival with sizzling musicians, enthusiastic fans & amazing volunteers! Minutes from the world's longest freshwater beach. Check website for current performer list. Delta Lane Street Shuffle, Vendor Village, great food! Rain or shine. Let’s paint the town BLUES!  » More

519-271-2101  www.stratfordsummermusic.ca

Annual music festival with over 100 events. Performances by artists from Canada and beyond. Enjoy classical performances in air conditioned venues, jazz cabarets, musical brunches, world music in free concerts on the banks of the Avon River, lectures, and more! Celebrating our 18th Season  » More

519-571-2555  Www.kitchenerbluesfestival.com

Experience one of Canada’s largest Blues Festivals! This mostly free admission festival includes multiple stages throughout Kitchener's downtown core. Featuring top flight international, national & local blues & roots artists. Join us for a great weekend of fun & music! See kitchenerbluesfestival.com for more details.  » More

Voted 'Best New Festival in Ontario', we combine live jazz with all that is uniquely Niagara– food, wine, culture & natural wonders. Now 2 weekends: St. Catharines edition July 19–21 & NOTL edition July 27-29. (Lead up events start in April 2018!)  » More

613-241-2633  www.ottawajazzfestival.com

The 38th annual TD Ottawa Jazz Festival is a unique outdoor & indoor concert-going experience in the heart of the Nation's Capital. Past artists include Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson, Elvis Costello, k.d. lang, Steve Martin, & Al Green to name a few!  » More

519-672-1522  www.sunfest.on.ca

Savor enchanting global sounds, scrumptious international cuisine and a unique assortment of crafts and visual art as TD Sunfest '18 transfigures Downtown London’s beautiful Victoria Park into a culturally diverse jewel, featuring over 35 top world music & jazz ensembles and 225+ exhibitors.  » More

416-504-7241  www.thewordonthestreet.ca

Participate in hundreds of author readings, discussions, activities and shop in a marketplace that boasts the best selection of Canadian books and magazines you’ll find anywhere. There is plenty to see & do at Canada’s largest book & magazine festival. Best of all, The Word On The Street & all of its events are FREE!  » More

416-770-4374  www.southsideshuffle.com

Mississauga’s musical Mardi Gras, featuring a wide range of Canadian & international artists. Join us for Mississauga's biggest street party on Saturday afternoon. The downtown core of Port Credit is jammed with fans literally dancing in the streets to the entertainment. Celebrating 20 years in 2018  » More

14169661062  www.fringetoronto.com

Featuring 150 shows in 35+ venues around downtown Toronto, including indie theatre, dance, visual art, live music, & more. See new Canadian musicals, re-imagined classics, performances for young people at our KidsFest venue, and lots of FREE entertainment at the Fringe Patio!  » More

416-408-2754  torontooutdoor.art

July 6-8, 2018. Canada's largest FREE outdoor art fair showcasing 300+ contemporary visual artists and makers. A perfect weekend getaway to buy great art and enjoy art walks/talks, installations, kids' activities, live music, craft beer, gourmet food trucks + more!  » More

519-969-7771  www.lasalle.ca

With 25KM of trails, outdoor pavilions & fabulous festivals, the reasons to visit LaSalle are endless! Events include The Craft Beer Festival, Night Market & the Strawberry Festival (June 7-10) featuring rides, games, fireworks, parade, entertainment & delicious local strawberries.  » More

705-429-3844  www.wasagabeach.com

If you love the beach & great festivals, you’ll love Wasaga Beach - the world’s longest freshwater beach! Join us for fabulous events all season long! Fun, activities, music & entertainment. Check out the Waterfront Festival, Main Street Market, Jazz in the Park, Summer Fireworks shows, Canada Day celebration, Giant Inflatable Festival & much more! Details online.  » More

613-478-6944  www.tweedelvisfestival.ca

Tweed welcomes Elvis for 3 days in August! One of Ontario’s top 100 festivals. Events include the Ultimate Elvis Contest, Rising Star Youth Competition for young Elvis performers, "King" Idol Competition, classic car show, gospel show & more! Join the fun.  » More

416-544-9800  vegfoodfest.com

Enlighten your tastebuds this September. Join the Toronto Vegetarian Association at the 34th Veg Food Fest! This free event is taking over the Harbourfront Centre from Sept 7-9. Discover the plant-based world of food, cooking and innovative ideas at the largest veg fest in North America!  » More