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

Enjoy 15+ free concerts spread across 8-weeks featuring internationally renowned artists on the shores of picturesque Little Lake ... 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

We produce professional productions in an outdoor amphitheatre against the backdrop of the St. Lawrence River in Prescott, Ontario makes for a unique summer theatre experience ... More Details

Festival of the Sound is one of Ontario’s premier summer classical music festivals, taking place annually in the picturesque Georgian Bay community of Parry Sound. From July 22 to August 8, 2026, audiences can experience an inspiring lineup of concerts featuring some of Canada’s most celebrated musicians and ensembles. This ... More Details

See what South Dundas Glengarry has to offer at Dairyfest's street festival on Winchester Main Street featuring vendors, a mechanical bull, street beer gardens, and music throughout the day. Bring the family Sunday for a fun-filled day around Winchester's Sam Ault Arena with a tractor parade, FREE kids games, and ... More Details

With over thirty-five acts to see, Kitchener Blues Festival is one of the largest blues festivals in Canada. See international blues acts and local talent. The outstanding music is endless.  ... More Details

The  Navan Fair offers a lively mix of family fun, agriculture, entertainment and community traditions. Highlights include the midway, the first annual Zucchini-500 Car Race, agriculture education barn, ambassador program, antique tractors and machinery, baby show, beverage gardens and cornhole tournament. Visitors can enjoy demolition derbies, horse, truck and tractor ... More Details

Looking for fun things to do in Orillia this summer? Don’t miss the Orillia Waterfront Festival, happening at the beautiful Port of Orillia. This exciting family-friendly festival features live entertainment, delicious festival food, a vibrant vendor market, the thrilling Dock Diving Dogs competition, and the fan-favourite Cardboard Boat Race. Spend ... More Details

The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games is an annual three-day event that celebrates local Scottish heritage and features world-renowned talent and entertainment in the beautiful town of Fergus, Ontario ... More Details

Bourque Émissaires, Brian Taheny, Caroline Keane & Tom Delany with Alison Crossey, Huron Harp School, Jess & Richard Arrowsmith, Kavaz, Kim & Travis Teed, Maggie’s Wake, Matt & Kim Watroba, O’Jizo, Pauline & Kathleen Conneely, Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen, Rachel Hair & Ron Jappy, Rakish, RUNA, Ryan Young & ... More Details

JerkFest is an annual event celebrating jerk cuisine and Caribbean culture organized by not-for-profit organization Caribbean Promotions Arts & Culture Inc ... More Details

Boots & Hearts Music Festival is Canada's largest country music festival, held annually in Oro-Medonte, Ontario, at Burl's Creek Event Grounds. Lineup: Friday, August 7 – Main Stage  Jonas Brothers Russell Dickerson Dasha Friday, August 7 –Front Porch Stage  Brett Kissel (CAN) Emily Anne Roberts School House (CAN) Saturday, August ... More Details

The biggest Latino-Canadian celebration in Mississauga is coming your way! MISSISSAUGA LATIN FESTIVAL 2026 will celebrate its 18th anniversary by bringing you non-stop entertainment, mouthwatering LATINO food, folklore, artisans, and a celebration of culture and heritage like no other! 🎶🎭 Join us from August 7 to 9 at the iconic Celebration Square for a ... 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

With our Let's Dance Stage, Kids Fun Zone, Sports Zone and musical performances all weekend long, the fun never stops! Whether you're visiting for the famous food, the live entertainment, or simply to soak in the atmosphere, Taste of the Danforth is the perfect way to experience Toronto's multicultural spirit... with a ... More Details

The annual Ottawa International Buskerfest will play host to the biggest lineup of international street performers! World-class performers from all over the world will grace and amazing downtown Ottawa with award-winning shows. Prepare to be enthralled by fire-breathers, contortionists, acrobats and more. Get ready for stomach clenching comedy too, these ... More Details

Channel your inner detective as you help uncover a murderer in a classic “whodunnit?” with an historical twist! Explore the Fort to uncover clues and interview suspects with hopes of finding the guilty party. Prizes to be awarded for some, and fun to be had by all! ... More Details

Dig up your shovels and pails and get down and dirty in Cobourg this summer for the Annual Sandcastle Festival! Also come and enjoy a free movie on the beach at dusk ... More Details

Leathertown Festival celebrates Acton’s rich history in leather craftsmanship and celebrates pioneering Canadian communities. The celebration of craft lives on through the Acton Leathertown Festival; Halton Hills’ largest street festival ... More Details

2026 Lineup: Bahamas, The Pairs, The Young Novelists, Dean Johnson, The Naysayers, The Watched Pots, Moondoggy ... More Details

The Russell Fair is a wonderful 4-day event that celebrates its community’s agricultural heritage while providing a diverse array of family entertainment. Truck Pull, Education Day (includes agricultural education and demonstrations of various activities for all age groups) Bands for Friday, Saturday and Sunday , Agricultural Shows, Fall Cutting Competition, ... More Details

The Vankleek Hill Agricultural Society is proud to host the 181st edition of the Vankleek Hill Fair – one of the oldest agricultural fairs in the province. There is so much to see at the Vankleek Hill Fair, including the cattle and horse shows, the flower and home craft displays ... More Details

The Ottawa Greek Festival is an annual event that features live Greek music, traditional Greek dances, excellent Greek Cuisine, cooking demonstrations, Greek language lessons, craft and cultural exhibits, souvenirs, raffles, children’s activities, Church tours and ecclesiastical displays. The admission is free. The food is home cooked and made on premise ... More Details

Get ready for 3 days of Iconically Canadian Live Music, Ribfest, BBQ, Burgers and Bevies! The lineup brings together Canadian music mainstays and rising talent. Jim Cuddy and Alan Frew lead with decades of hits, joined by Sam Roberts Band and their award-winning catalogue. Newer act Gatlin Black adds a ... More Details

Union Duke, Sara Kae, Two Crows for Comfort, Mike T Kerr Trio, Kitty and the Rooster, The Bros. Landreth, Lynn Miles, Hendrika, Tommy Douglas Keenan  ... More Details

Hamilton Latino Festival 2026 returns with everything you love: live music, art exhibitions, delicious food, local businesses, and much more! ... More Details

Experience the Ottawa Valley's Largest Midway. Check out the Agricultural and Wildlife Exhibits, groove at the all day with the acts on our Main Stage, and see the many other live musical acts, and so much more! And don't forget all the yummy food…  Super Family Friendly Fun for Everyone! ... More Details

Japan Festival CANADA introduces Japanese Food, Culture and Technologies to the large community of Mississauga and Canada. Experience Japan! This culturally colourful event attracts many visitors to enjoy the true Japanese experience. Japan Festival CANADA is for all ages, families and friends to truly enjoy and experience Japanese Food, Culture ... More Details

Wheels On The Danforth blends a variety of automotive builds and local community spirit for an unforgettable street festival with something for everyone: - Two street-judged Cars Shows - Live Music and Entertainment throughout the day - Food and Drink - Local Vendors - And MORE! The festival is hosted ... More Details

Join thousands of dog lovers, bring your dog, to a sprawling private estate doggie festival! Pawlooza features hundreds of vendors, a huge array of food trucks, live music, and off leash activities for dogs such as dock diving and lure chase! ... More Details

Moparfest ia Canada’s Largest all Mopar Car Show ... More Details

Promoting awareness of the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a vegan lifestyle. WE ARE BURLINGTON VEGFEST, a small, local, volunteer-led committee of vegans who are excited to bring the VegFest movement to Burlington! This event welcomes any and all – from the plant-based-curious to the long-term committed vegans – ... More Details

The Port Hope Salmon Festival is one of Ontario’s most exciting fall traditions, celebrating the incredible salmon migration along the Ganaraska River in the heart of historic Port Hope. Held annually between mid-August and mid-October, the festival brings thousands of visitors to watch massive Chinook and Coho salmon leap upstream ... More Details

If you enjoy the music of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, then you will love the Nostalgia Music Festival experience. The event features eleven professional tribute bands, nearly as good as the originals, to magically recreate the music of your youth. All tribute shows feature ninety minutes of hit after ... More Details

WIDA Fest is a vibrant four-day cultural celebration taking place from August 20–23, 2026, at Lanspeary Park in Windsor, Ontario. The festival brings together diverse communities to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and stories that make Windsor-Essex a welcoming and inclusive region. Throughout the four-day event, attendees will enjoy live cultural ... More Details

The  Annual Musical Extravaganza Is Back! With 3 Days Of Multi-Genre Music, And An Amazing Line-Up Of 50+ Artists, You Don’t Want To Miss This! YOUR MUSIC, YOUR VIBE! Heritage Sounds Music Festival  2026 will be a 4-day musical extravaganza. Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : ... More Details

Gussapolooza Music & Arts Festival is a welcoming, all-ages weekend built for the whole family — and everyone who loves live music and community. Returning to Cookstown, Ontario August 21–23, 2026, this three-day grassroots celebration brings together emerging and established artists across rock, folk, pop, country, and hip hop on ... More Details

Join us, at Canada's original drive-in air show, voted Best Air Show in North America! Drive-in: Think ‘drive-in movie’, but drive-in air show instead. Each vehicle will get an individually marked parking site to set up for a day at the airport! Air Display: Friday, Saturday and Sunday you will ... More Details

Grab a blanket and some snacks and enjoy a weekend of watching performances by indie artists held on Wards Island ... More Details

Crooks Rapids Year 6 returns with two days of country music, food, and fun! ... More Details

Dan Mangan, Jane Siberry, Julian Taylor, Good Lovelies, Empanadas Ilegales, Union Duke, Medusa Quartet, Burnstick, Joni NehRita, The Arrogant Worms, The Vaudevillian, Divka, Rebekah Hawker, Zale Seck, Hannah & Nathan, Tom Phillips, LeVolume, Tim Grimm, From China To Appalachia, Jenny Allen, Marshall Veroni and many more! ... 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

Featuring The Marley Family - Stephen, Damian, Julian & Ky-Mani Marley, Shabba Ranks, Lila Iké, Jesse Royal & Many More! Also performing: Marley 3rd Generation with YG Marley, Yohan Marley, Mystic Marley, DJ Shacia Päyne & More ... More Details

Celebrate the Scottish culture and heritage of the Ottawa Valley at the 41st annual North Lanark Highland Games in Almonte Ontario on 22 August 2026. The Games offer a traditional format and size attracting about 3,000 visitors, with numerous pipe bands, dancers and champion heavyweight athletes combining to present what ... More Details

The Burlington Latin Festival is a vibrant cultural celebration that brings the rhythms, flavors, and traditions of Latin America to the heart of Burlington. Held at Central Park, the festival features live music and dance performances, authentic Latin cuisine, artisan vendors, cultural showcases, and family-friendly activities. Over two exciting days, ... More Details