Festivals in Ontario – Upcoming Celebrations

North America’s largest classical repertory theatre, presenting the works of William Shakespeare and other great writers ... More Details

The Friends of Point Pelee and Point Pelee National Park welcome "birders" each spring to experience the avian migration phenomenon from Canada's southernmost mainland. Forty-two of the 52 regularly occurring North American warblers have been spotted at Point Pelee. These colourful songbirds are in full breeding plumage and fill the ... More Details

Ottawa’s award-winning flagship festival since 1953, the Canadian Tulip Festival is one of the largest events of its kind in the world celebrating Ottawa’s official flower as a symbol of international friendship and peace. The Canadian Tulip Festival is an event of the Canadian Tulip Legacy, a non-profit charitable organization ... More Details

Lula Music and Arts Centre at Lula Lounge celebrates 20 Years of the annual Lulaworld festival with 7 nights of Latin, Brazilian, jazz and soul music from around the globe and around the corner ... More Details

The Niagara Children's Festival is an exciting explosion of creativity, offering live theatre, performances and arts-based activities for young audiences and their families. Join us in downtown St. Catharines May 14-17 for a celebration of Arts & Culture for all ages! Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets ... More Details

Kemptville Buskerfest is a free one day event in Downtown Kemptville celebrating unique street talent, immersing you in the sublime. Featuring street performers, musicians, comedy, and fun for the entire family. Audience members will be taken on a journey of awe, shock and amazement through the historic storytelling and fun ... More Details

Fifty-eight years ago, a group of neighbours got together to organize fireworks for Victoria Day. Today the Virgil Stampede celebrates with rides, games, fun events and great food — every year we add something new and this year will be better than ever. Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly experience ... More Details

Dive into the electric energy of Toronto this summer at Electric Island's 14th edition, turning the city's parks into the epicenter of electronic music. Spanning eight days across four weekends, this festival is not just an event; it's a legacy ... More Details

SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival is Canada's premier a cappella festival dedicated to celebrating Canadian and International vocal artists ... More Details

The Barrie Waterfront Festival is back to bring Centennial Park to life with amazing musical acts, food trucks, vendors, beer garden, midway and more! The 2026 lineup features three days of live music, blending original acts with tribute performances. Audiences can expect bands honouring artists like Foo Fighters, Neil Young, ... More Details

The Carassauga; Festival of Cultures will be one of the biggest attractions this May as we stand as one of the largest multicultural showcases in Ontario and also of all of Canada. Various countries bring you the best of food, music, dance, art and history in a packed weekend. Join ... More Details

A festival of concerts, recitals and musical events throughout the Greater Toronto Area. It features the different styles of Jewish music, such as Israeli, Klezmer, Sephardic, Cantorial, and Yiddish, as well as the Jewish contribution to genres not typically thought of as Jewish (jazz, Broadway, pop, Hollywood). Twenty-five programs including ... More Details

The Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAOntario) is proud to announce the performers for the 2026 CMAOntario Festival & Awards taking place May 29-31, 2026 in Mississauga’s lakeside community of Port Credit with the support of Visit Mississauga, Port Credit BIA, and Ontario Creates. The CMAOntario Festival & Awards will ... More Details

Meadows Music Festival is one of the best premier music festivals in Ontario, Canada. In addition to the music, Meadows Festival offers an array of local vendors, serving up delicious food and drinks throughout the event ... More Details

Come check out our agricultural and horticultural events, animal displays, homecraft competitions and the Amusement Rides. The Schomberg Fairgrounds are located right in the heart of downtown Schomberg ... More Details

Come to the shores of Georgian Bay and enjoy Ontario’s only pinball festival! Bring the whole family and enjoy a great event. Arcade and pinball machines from the 1940’s to the newest, just released games of 2026. All games will be set on ‘FREE PLAY’, just pay admission and play ... More Details

Come one, come all to the Glengarry Renaissance Festival Experience the excitement and wonder of the Middle Ages in a festival like no other. Held in Maxville this event will transport you back in time to a world of knights, princesses, and medieval marvels. The Glengarry Renaissance Festival is an ... More Details

The annual Warkworth Lilac Festival highlights the Millennium Lilac Trail showcasing 300 lilacs of 83 unique varieties. Festivities on the Lilac Trail include activities for the entire family as well as the gardener and lilac enthusiast, included are a variety of vendors, children’s activities, musicians and food service. The Festival ... More Details

With its continued success, Food Truck Frenzy Whitby has become the Finest Foodie Festival in Durham Region. Get ready for a taste bud extravaganza at Food Truck Frenzy 2025 – Durham’s biggest culinary bash! With 30+ mouthwatering food trucks, a vibrant Makers Market, and an epic Kids Zone, this two-day ... More Details

Luminato is Toronto’s international arts festival dedicated to performance, media and visual arts, and programming that cuts across traditional artform boundaries. Luminato works closely with Canadian artists to support the development and creation of distinctive new work as well as presenting today’s most exciting artists from around the world. Luminato ... More Details

Open Ears is a festival that has become a central pillar of the community, sharing values of innovation and disruption. With a focus on creating unique concert experiences and exploring the art of listening, the festival presents a wide range of events that mix different musical genres, combining composed with ... More Details

Get ready for the ultimate celebration of craft beer, food, and live music at the 2026 Orléans Craft Beer Festival – one of the most anticipated, yearly events in Ottawa’s east end! Whether you're a dedicated craft beer fan or simply looking for a great time with friends, this festival ... More Details

Produced by Ontario Festival Group. We are bringing North America’s Best Rib Teams. These “Pitmasters” are ready to serve you and your friends Award-Winning, Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs. There will be a variety of ... More Details

Join us for Father's Day weekend at this year's Pickering Village Jam Fest. Pickering Village's favourite FREE ADMISSION music festival, will fill the streets with music along closed to traffic Old Kingston Road between Elizabeth and Linton. There will be amazing music. There will be delicious food and most importantly, ... More Details

The Orangeville Blues & Jazz Festival returns to historic downtown Orangeville this June. This award winning festival boasts over 90 acts on multiple stages over 3 days. With amazing concerts, special events, the ever-popular Blues Cruise on Broadway and a broad selection of food and craft vendors, there is sure ... More Details

Mississauga's annual Polish cultural festival features live music, traditional food and drinks, a kids’ zone and much more! Expect a full day of exciting attractions for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Festival Highlights Live performances Hearty traditional food Beer gardens Children’s Village with lots of activities for kids Art ... More Details

A fun, family-friendly celebration of delicious BBQ and Smokehouse experience. Join us for the Biggest and Best Capital Ribfest yet, celebrating 10 years of BIG STICKY Awesomeness and the NEW Great Canadian Backyard "Smoke Off" Competion and more. We got Live Music, Bevvy Bar, Cookoff Competition, Games, Foodies Galore, Games ... More Details

The Streetsville Founders' Bread and Honey Festival is fun for the whole family! Since 1973 our festival has been held annually on the first weekend in June in the Village of Streetsville. Performers throughout the street all day, children inflatables, clowns, face painting, vendors, artisans, buskers and … and of ... More Details

- This June, Torontonians are coming TOgether to celebrate what makes this city great: our passion, our diversity and our commitment to taking care of one another. On Saturday, June 6, 2026, Nathan Phillips Square will host TOgether presented by Fitzrovia, a free, daytime wellness festival and evening concert featuring ... More Details

All Things Go is coming to Toronto for the third year— bringing together artists shaping the next generation of music and culture for the best weekend of the year. From the first artist on, to the headliner, every set matters. All Things Go is more than just a festival — ... More Details

Forest City London Music Week is the biggest celebration of London and area music and musicians ... More Details

Join us in Downtown Milton and celebrate the start of summer! Hosted by the Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area with support from the Town of Milton and local contributors, the event features local businesses and vendors, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more! SummerFest attractions include: Main Stage at the Main & ... More Details

The City of Oshawa is hosting the annual Peony Festival at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens. The popular festival celebrates horticulture, arts and heritage. Many of the more than 300 Peony plants will be in glorious bloom in the gardens, and the same number of cut blooms will be on ... More Details

Join us for a night of incredible music and celebration! ... More Details

Blyth Festival’s 2025 season features powerful storytelling, Canadian voices, and bold new works tthat ake centre stage. Nestled in the heart of rural Ontario, the Blyth Festival continues its proud tradition of bringing compelling, homegrown theatre to life ... More Details

Played annually continuously since 1904, except during World War I and World War II, the Canadian Open is the third oldest continuously running tournament on the PGA TOUR, after The Open Championship and the U.S. Open. The RBC Canadian Open is one of Canada’s premier sport and entertainment events delivering ... More Details

North by Northeast (NXNE) Canada’s most important festival of emerging music returns with over 300 of the world’s best new bands in more than 20 of Toronto’s top live music venues. The best up and coming bands in Canada and the world as well as top established acts.Top acts who’ve ... More Details

Friday's Authors' Stage will feature Canadian award winning fiddle player, Natalie Macmaster, who will sit down with Erica Ehm to speak about her new book I Have A Love Story. The Outdoor Mainstage will be headlined by Yukon Blonde and returning to her hometown of Uxbridge, Robyn Ottolini ... More Details

Mississauga Halal Food Festival (MHFF) is a celebration of halal food connecting a diverse variety of halal cuisines with fun and entertainment. Running successfully from past nine years, MHFF is one of the largest celebrations of the region and is attended by more than 20,000 attendees every year from various ... More Details

Jackson-Triggs, one of Canada’s leading wine producers, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the most extensive Jackson-Triggs Concert Series performances, that continue into mid-September for the first time since debuting in 2001. The Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Amphitheatre is an intimate, outdoor venue that delivers exceptional sound and proximity to some ... More Details

Held at the famous Fort Malden grounds in Amherstburg. Experience the tail end of the Renaissance era with pirates, redcoats and cannons abound. The Faire is an unforgettable event that you won’t want to miss. Experience the magic of the Renaissance and create memories that will last a lifetime ... More Details

All the sweet deliciousness of Ontario Best Butter Tart Festival. The day includes a butter tart contest, vendors, entertainment, a mid-way and much more! A great family-friendly day ... More Details

Ancaster Heritage Days are celebrated every June, and include a parade, Soapbox Derby, KidsWorld, and much more! ... More Details

13th Annual Something Else! Festival will feature newer traditions in jazz, improvised, music, world traditions, dance, film, poetry, text ... More Details

The 2nd Annual Ribstock Festival takes place Father’s Day weekend, June 19–21, 2026 at Firemen’s Park in Niagara Falls, Ontario. This free-admission outdoor festival features three days of live music with approximately 18 bands performing throughout the weekend. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of food vendors, retail vendors, and ... More Details

The 47th annual Strathroy Hometown Festival is packed full of fun activities and entertainment ... More Details

Ontario craft beer breweries come together in downtown London Ontario, to create a full weekend of amazing craft beer and experiences! ... More Details

Craft Beer. Local Food. Good Times. Joins us for a night of fun, while sampling the best our Region has to offer ... More Details

Join us in Ottawa for an extraordinary experience of thrilling performances and vibrant programming. Set against the stunning backdrop of downtown Ottawa in Confederation Park, the Festival offers both ticketed and free shows across multiple venues, creating a truly unforgettable musical journey ... More Details