Festivals in Ontario – Upcoming Celebrations

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

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

Join us for an unforgettable summer concert series set against the stunning backdrop of Colpoy’s Bay. As the sun sets over Wiarton, experience live music at the Bluewater Park Bandshell, showcasing a dynamic lineup of celebrated Canadian artists. Grab your lawn chair, bring your friends and family, and enjoy four ... More Details

This year’s CNE music line-up is brimming with talent from the likes of international superstars such as Luciano, 98 Degrees, Bishop Briggs, and The Commodores, to multiplatinum selling Canadian artists including Chantal Kreviazuk, Moist, Shawn Desman, July Talk, Jessia, Rêve, Aqyila, Loverboy, Marianas Trench and many others ... More Details

Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day, the CNE offers a wide variety of entertainment and events including Bandshell concerts, celebrity chef demonstrations, an aerial acrobatics and ice skating show, a dog show, a working farm, parades and a three-day Air Show, all of ... More Details

Capital Pride celebrates the rich and diverse 2SLGBTQ+ community in the National Capital Region. “Together, We Shine” celebrates the power of visibility, connection, and community. Inspired by the symbol of the spotlight, this year’s theme recognizes the people, stories, and voices that make Ottawa–Gatineau’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community vibrant, resilient, and proud ... More Details

The Waterloo Busker Carnival is fun for the whole family with something for all ages ... More Details

Lucknow's Music in the Fields is an exciting music festival tailored for friends and family in small-town, rural Ontario. 100% of proceeds are donated to charity to bring you Great Music for a Greater Cause. Celebrating music, camping & fun, we bring a unique experience with authentic, Lucknow flair. Thursday ... More Details

Festival of Fountains – The Night Gardens introduces guests to a highly visual immersive visitor experience to indulge all your senses! This interpretive storytelling experience of music, water, and lighting invite guests to experience the scenic botanical beauty at Whistling Gardens 22 acre multi-award-winning botanical gardens ... More Details

MuslimFest is back and we are so excited to host you and your families for a fun-filled day of celebrating arts and community! MuslimFest celebrates the best in arts, culture and entertainment. MuslimFest is an award-winning annual festival that celebrates the best in arts, culture and entertainment. The event features ... More Details

Middle River Music Fest is an on-farm outdoor, family-friendly music festival. 2024 will feature 5 bands, food vendors, a farm tour, flower maze, and much more ... More Details

A weekend celebration of the Renaissance era that promises to transport you back in time. Immerse yourself in the colorful world of jousting knights, princesses, and rogues while indulging in Renaissance-inspired cuisine and browsing the wares of talented artisans ... More Details

North America’s largest festival of global Jewish music, arts and culture has taken place biennially at Harbourfront Centre since 1995. This year’s celebration once again spotlights world-class artists from Canada, the US, Europe and the Middle East, with most programming available for free. Performances range from klezmer and Yiddish styles ... More Details

Midway rides and games, carnival food, demolition derbies, agricultural competitions, live family entertainment and so much more! ... More Details

Prepare to batten down the hatches — the Pirates of the Orillian Sea are setting their course for Orillia’s Downtown Waterfront! Word on the wind is they’ll make landfall just in time for Labour Day weekend, bringing a treasure chest full of swashbuckling fun, live entertainment, and high-seas adventure for ... More Details

Friday (Sept 4): Chris Young, Mitchell Tenpenny, Graham Barham, Haley McNeil, Bradley Hale, Jeff Catto, DJ Johnny Rivex Saturday (Sept 5): Simple Plan, 30H!3, Fefe Dobson, Faber Drive, Stereos, Grey Road 1, Nick Marinac, The Lulu’s, DJ Johnny Rivex Sunday (Sept 6): Flo Rida, Kardinal Offishall, Tayler Holder, Jessia, Kiss ... More Details

The Orangeville Fall Fair offers a weekend of fantastic fall fun! The fair has Cope Midway attractions, a large variety of dairy and agriculture shows, a truck and tractor pull, an all-day petting zoo, and a demo derby just to name a few. Who is it for? All ages HOW ... More Details

The Biggest "Little" Fair in Ontario since 1854 ... More Details

Explore agricultural displays, midway, Demolition Derby, a variety of shows and games from Heavy Horse Show to Garden Tractor Pull, parade, Western-English Horse Show, petting zoo, music acts, a Talent Search, Xtreme Cowboy Racing and more! ... More Details

Encore your summer with this unforgettable free concert! There’s no better way to wrap up the season than a day filled with sunshine, laughter, and live music. Endless Summer is the ultimate celebration, perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking for a great time ... More Details

Welcome to the 4th Afro-CariBrant Festival in Brant County, presented by Darmont GivesBack! Our festival is a celebration of the rich culture, traditions, and people of the African-Caribbean community in Brant County and beyond. We are proud to be a philanthropic initiative of Darmont Events, dedicated to giving back to the ... More Details

The Port Perry Fair educates the public on agricultural and farm life by providing and encouraging participation in demonstrations and events. Farm animal shows and contests include 4-H Beef and Dairy, Heavy Horse, Horse Pulls, Junior Dairy, and the Ontario County Holstein Show. We include such popular events as the ... More Details

Artists open their homes & studios along Rednersville Road (County Road 3) along the south shore of The Bay Of Quinte. Paintings, sculpture, jewelry, fabric art, mosaics and more, all along one major road in beautiful Prince Edward County. Come explore PEC. Only two hours from Toronto! Who is it ... More Details

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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

For 171 years, the Spencerville Agricultural Society has proudly connected rural traditions with modern community life, celebrating the best of Canadian agriculture, heritage, and heart. We are passionate about creating teachable moments, unforgettable memories, and a true celebration of rural living for all ages. Held annually on the second weekend ... More Details

The Arthur Fall Fair is an annual celebration of community and agriculture held every year on the weekend after Labour Day ... More Details

For over 180 years Cambridge has in many ways been defined by our celebration of local culture and diversity at the annual Cambridge Fall Fair. With an eclectic mix of nostalgic flair and modern entertainment, the Fall Fair has a little something for everyone in your family ... More Details

The fair is an exciting five days with ample amount of activities such as: Livestock Shows, Beef & Dairy Shows, Heavy & Light Horse Shows, 4-H & Interclubs, Swine & Lambs, many more Livestock events, Exhibits, Art, Domestic Science, Women’s Institute Displays, Floriculture, Fruit, Vegetables, Junior Classes, Needlework and so ... More Details

A festival of Balfolk music and dancing, held at Fraser Lake Camp near Bancroft, Ontario in the Canadian Shield. The 7th annual Big Branch Festival features Balfolk music, song, and dance workshops, lots of jamming, and folk dancing late into the night to music by amazing bands from France and ... More Details

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is all about good times and incredible comedy. Prepare for an evening packed full of side-splitting entertainment from the moment you walk in the gates; with local entertainment, food trucks, cold drinks and other festival surprises along the way. See John Mulaney, Hasan Minhaj, Ronny ... More Details

Downtown Fergus will be transformed into a Victorian steampunk festival extravaganza. With juried vendors, fashion shows, a scavenger hunt and much more ... More Details

Celebrate at Uxbridge Fall Fair. Highlights: Cruise-In Car Show Midway Tractor Pull Demolition Derby Homecraft Contests Junior Contests Heavy Horse Pull Food Vendors Heavy Horse Show Sheep Show Goat Show 4H Lawn Tractor Pull and more! Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : Adults (14 years and ... More Details

The Georgetown Fall Fair celebrates its 179 year with concerts, Truck Pull, Agricultural Education Tent, Family Friendly Midway, Petting Zoo, Free Children's Games and Activities, Entertainment, Homecraft Exhibits, local vendors and an assortment of Food Concessions. ~ Theme: Making Farming Fabulous ~ Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH ... More Details

Join us for a weekend of family fun - truck & tractor pull, exhibits, vendors, live entertainment, livestock shows, free kids’ zone & inflatables, and much more! ... More Details

Happy Days at the Fair! Midway Rides, Fair Food, Music, Animals, Agriculture, Entertainment and more! ... More Details

Hamilton's music and arts festival fusing music with art installations, fashion, performance, literature, theatre, and artisanal craft. Supercrawl’s diverse multi-disciplinary program of sound, performance, visual and media arts is staged along a pedestrian-only creative corridor in the heart of downtown ... More Details

Come learn about your food source, have an afternoon of fun and friendship with the Aberfoyle Agricultural Society. There's something for everyone at the 2026 Aberfoyle Fall Fair! Antique Tractor Pull Garden Tractor & ATV Pull Petting Zoo Zucchini Car Races Pet Show Marketplace Vendors Homecraft & Agricultural Exhibits Children's ... More Details

Harvest festival is the annual autumn festival dedicated to electronic music, self-expression, community. The rolling hills, waters, sculptures and forests of Midlothian Castle are once again our place to gather and celebrate season’s change by the fire, under the stars and on the dance floor ... More Details

The three-day outdoor festival features three stages at Port Credit Memorial Park, presenting over 40 Canadian and International acts, along with performances from over 20 musical acts during its free Saturday afternoon street party. The park is fully licensed, offers food vendors, an artesian market, two free stages and one ... More Details

Philippine Festival showcases local talent that includes a slice of the neighbouring communities with participation from children, youth, adults, seniors, business, professionals, and newcomers. Filipino food, pastries and desserts will be on hand, and the trellises of Celebration Square will be adorned with arts and crafts from a variety of ... More Details

On September 12, RoadTrip Music Festival makes its debut in Downtown Kingston. Part music festival, part street party, the event invites visitors to spend the day exploring the city before gathering in Springer Market Square for an evening concert featuring Peach Pit, Gabriel Jacoby, Kasador, and Katie Tupper. Throughout the ... More Details

The free-to-attend family-friendly neighbourhood street festival will entertain and delight visitors with DJs, live music, street performers, artisan stalls and shops, food trucks, pop-up patios and restaurants, a Kids Zone, a closing parade and more - representing and celebrating cultures from Canada and around the world ... More Details

The Kiwanis Club of Stratford brings you this two-day event, a celebration of Ontario Garlic. Come and talk with local Ontario Garlic Producers. See a variety of vendors including garlic growers, artisans, wine, beer, spirits, cheese and honey. Sample products at many of the vendors ... More Details

Come out to the Friendly Town of Almonte for the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum’s 28th Annual Fibrefest. Local guilds will demonstrate spinning, knitting, weaving, rug-hooking, lacemaking, smocking, and quilting, while our vendors will be selling finished fibre goods and textile supplies from across the province, including quilt shops and alpaca ... More Details

Dozynki is a celebration of thanksgiving after a bountiful harvest dating back to 16th century Poland. It remains a long-standing tradition in Polish communities throughout the world, including right here, the Kitchener-Waterloo region! ... More Details

Paisley Agricultural Society Mission "Celebrating Agricultural Traditions'. The Entire Family Will Enjoy the Famous Heavy Horse Show, 4-H Beef & Dairy Invitational Shows, Homemade Food, Interactive Games, Entertainment & Interesting Exhibits. Offering Small Town Exuberance & Warm Hospitality! ... More Details

Join us for an autumn celebration at the Brussels Fall Fair, where the spirit of the season comes alive. This year, the Brussels Agricultural Society is celebrating its 163rd Fall Fair with its 2026 theme of Grow It, Sew It, Show It ... More Details