Let us celebrate Ontario through winter lights, festivals that titillate your taste buds, make you think with Ontario playwrights, get you tracking Ontario birds, music festivals that get you rock out world famous artists, and more!
Here are some of the upcoming festivals in Ontario.
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Stratford Festival
North America’s largest classical repertory theatre, presenting the works of William Shakespeare and other great writers ... More Details
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Queen Street, Stratford
Luminato Festival
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
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Various Venues, Toronto
Blyth Festival
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
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Blyth Festival, 377 Gypsy Lane, Blyth
Jackson-Triggs Summer Concert Series
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
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Jackson-Triggs Amphitheatre, 2145 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Ottawa Fringe Festival
Ottawa Fringe returns for another 11 days of over-the-top and unforgettable performances. With 62 original refined productions, experimental performances, and featuring artists from right here in Ottawa and across the globe, Ottawa Fringe has never been funkier ... More Details
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Various Venues, Ottawa
Ottawa Jazz Festival
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
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Confederation Park, Elgin St, Ottawa
Toronto Jazz Festival
From FREE outdoor performances by local and internationally renowned musicians and select ticketed performances by award-winning artists at some of the city’s top venues, to thought-provoking conversations and evenings celebrating the cultural diversity of Toronto, the annual TD Toronto Jazz Fest has something for everyone ... More Details
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Yorkville, Toronto
DevFest 2026
DevFest is a boutique Canadian music festival created to combine top-tier live music with elevated hospitality, premium amenities, and a relaxed destination setting. Located in Cornwall, Ontario, along the St. Lawrence River, DevFest delivers an intimate alternative to large-scale festival environments by prioritizing comfort, quality production, and guest experience. Alongside ... More Details
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DEV Hotel & Conference Centre Waterfront, 1950 Montreal Rd, Cornwall
Burlington Latino Fest
3 days enjoying the best flavors from Latin America. Salty and sweet food, kids’ zone, music, live bands, international singers, dance performances, zumba, outdoor bar, entrepreneurs, exhibitors, artisans, giant outdoor parties and much more. ... More Details
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Ireland Park. 2315 Headon Forest Drive, Burlington
OPA! Greek Festival
Enjoy authentic Greek food, live entertainment, authentic Greek dances, vendors and much more! ... More Details
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Hellenic Community Centre, 133 Southdale Rd W, London
Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival
Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival is one of York Regions LARGEST festivals held every Canada Day weekend. Family Entertainment, Free Strawberry Cake, AMAZING food, and more ... More Details
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Stouffville Memorial Park, 2 Park Dr, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Escapade Music Festival
Escapade Music Festival releases one of its biggest lineups ever for its 16th anniversary! See DISCO LINES, FISHER, GRIZ, ILLENIUM, KNOCK2, SLANDER, TIËSTO & many more ... More Details
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RA Centre Grounds, 2451 Riverside Drive, Ottawa
Taste of Asia 2026
Each summer, Markham sees the coming together of dazzling cultural performances, culinary artists, iconic celebrities, dignitaries, sports fans, artisans and food connoisseurs. This year’s event will fill the streets with three days of non-stop multicultural performances for families and friends. First introduced in 2003, the Taste of Asia festival provided ... More Details
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Kennedy & Steeles, Markham
Empanada Fest
Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of empanada & street food culture! ... More Details
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Covent Garden Market, Market Square, London
Peterborough Musicfest
Enjoy 15+ free concerts spread across 8-weeks featuring internationally renowned artists on the shores of picturesque Little Lake ... More Details
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Del Crary Park, George Street North, Peterborough
Electric Island – Summer Concert Series
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
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South River in the Portlands, Don Roadway & Commissioners St., Toronto
Toronto Fringe Festival
Toronto Fringe is proud to announce programming for the 38th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival, taking place June 30-July 12, 2026 with 123 shows in 27 venues across the city. Tickets and passes are on sale now at www.fringetoronto.com. Chosen by lottery, Toronto Fringe is the home for first-time performers, celebrated ... More Details
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Various Venues, Toronto
Wiarton Summer Concert Series
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
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Bluewater Park Bandshell, 400 William Street, Wiarton
Hollyrood Country Jamboree
Thursday: Tianna Woods, The Martin Boys, Steven James Porter Friday: O Green, Nash Stanley, Sean Carson, Naomi Bristow, Mudmen, Gord Bamford, Ambush Saturday: Rob Donaldson, Harry Hannah, Angelica Appelman , Janna Leduc, Buck Twenty, Jade Eagleson, Texas Tuxedo ... More Details
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901 Harmony Rd. Corbyville
Honky Tonk Summer Jam 2026
Muskoka's home-grown Country Music Festival returns. 12 Artists. Line Dancing. Live DJ. 2 Nights. Camping on-site. Benefit event supporting Andy's House (Hospice Muskoka) Come join us at the Bracebridge fairgrounds on Starting July 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a night of Country music performance, line dancing, and ... More Details
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Bracebridge Fairgrounds, 331 Fraserburg Rd, Bracebridge
Beaches Jazz Festival
The Beaches International Jazz Festival is near! Between July 3-26, enjoy the month-long music festival held each year in the lakeside Beaches community of Toronto in July. It's now one of Canada's largest free jazz festivals with nearly 1,000,000 attendees, throughout its month-long span. The Festival takes place across a ... More Details
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Various Venues, Toronto
Mariposa Folk Festival
Friday (July 3): Father John Misty, Billy Bragg, Ocie Elliott, Foxwarren, Shred Kelly, Ducks Ltd., Omega Mighty, Deedee Austin Saturday (July 4): Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory, Taj Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band, Sarah Harmer, The Barr Brothers, Leith Ross, Great Lake Swimmers, Yukon Blonde, The Longest ... More Details
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Tudhope Park, 500 Atherley Road, Orillia
Fun Philippines Toronto Food & Music Festival
An unforgettable weekend of Filipino flavour, festive beats and non-stop fun for the whole family, the Fun Philippines Toronto Food and Music Festival is a high-energy celebration of Filipino culture, bringing together the Philippines’ culinary delights, musical traditions and artistic expressions. Indulge in authentic dishes like adobo, lumpia and halo-halo ... More Details
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Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
Summerlicious
For two mouth-watering weeks, celebrate the city's culinary scene through three-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus at more than 200 of Toronto's top restaurants. Discover delicious food at an exceptional value! ... More Details
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Various Venues, Toronto
Almonte Celtfest
Almonte Celtfest is an annual cultural celebration of the Almonte (Mississippi Mills), Ottawa Valley, greater Ottawa region’s heritage through music, song, and dance, and is located in the rural community of Almonte. It is a three-day, by-donation event that features a schedule of presentations and activities in Gemmill Park and ... More Details
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Gemmill Park, Almonte
Welland FloatFest
We welcome you to a beautiful day floating on our beautiful canal and join our lazy floating caravan! Spend a leisurely afternoon and evening with us picnicking along the canal banks, enjoying great food, amazing live entertainment all day and evening long, an artisan market for unique shopping, delicious food vendors, bouncy castles ... More Details
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Rotary Club of Welland Park, 129 Lincoln Street, Welland
Toronto International Harp Festival 2026
World’s Heritage. Canada’s Harmony. Experience a week of a global gathering of harpists, educators, and music lovers celebrating the harp’s timeless beauty and boundless future. The Toronto International Harp Festival (iHarpFest) brings the world’s most distinguished harpists together at two of Toronto’s most inspiring venues — the Aga Khan Museum ... More Details
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Various Locations, Toronto
Kincardine Lighthouse Blues Festival
Crystal Shawanda, Ronnie Douglas Band, Bruce County Allstars, Spencer Mackenzie, Albert Cummings, Davy Knowles, Conor Gains Band,Marcus Trummer, Ray Fuller and the Bluesrockers, Bywater Call, Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar, Blackburn Brothers, Angelica Jones ... More Details
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750 Queen Street, Kincardine
Toronto Summer Music Festival
An international classical music festival and academy now entering its 13th season, Toronto Summer Music (TSM) brings world-renowned performing artists to Toronto for an unparalleled combination of performances and summer music education. Who is it for? all-ages HOW MUCH Tickets :Single tickets: $30 & up All access pass: $694.86 & ... More Details
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Various Venues, Toronto
Sunfest ’26 Global Music & Jazz Festival
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Victoria Park, 580 Clarence St, London
Ottawa Bluesfest
RBC Bluesfest has proudly grown into a national landmark event, earning a mention as “one of the top-ten festivals” in the world by Billboard Magazine. The ongoing love affair between the festival and its fans continues into the 2026 season with headliners spanning the rock, dance, indie, and hip-hop genres ... More Details
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LeBreton Flats Park 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa
Four Winds Music Fest
Blackie & The Rodeo Kings • Tim Baker • The Bros. Landreth • Reuben & The Bullhorn Singers • Tom Wilson • Begonia • Georgia Harmer • Amanda Rheaume • Ontarians • Union Duke • Mountain Head • Benjamin Dakota Rogers • Sammy Tweedy • Youngtree & Carole Bee • ... More Details
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Riverstone Eco Retreat, 2333693 Concession 2 WGR, Durham
CHEVROLET GRAND PRIX
The IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship — featuring exotic prototype and GT machinery — makes its one and only Canadian stop as part of the Chevrolet Grand Prix, July 10–12. Canada’s premier sports car racing showcase brings a stacked lineup of international drivers and legendary performance marques to CTMP’s iconic Grand ... More Details
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Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, 3233 Concession Rd 10, Bowmanville
Kultrun World Music Festival
Kultrún is a free outdoor festival celebrating the music of the world ... More Details
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Waterloo Park, Waterloo
Because Beer Craft Beer Festival
Hamilton's premier craft beer and cider festival returns to Pier 4 Park for an unforgettable weekend! Because Beer offers a unique opportunity to sample hundreds of craft beers and ciders from dozens of craft beer and cider makers, chat with brewers, and enjoy hours of fun ... More Details
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Pier 4 Park, 64 Leander Drive, Hamilton
Carabram Brampton’s Multicultural Event
Carabram Brampton’s Multicultural Festival is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Carabram provides an opportunity for families to experience the rich culture, food, crafts, drink and entertainment of different ethnic groups in Brampton and the surrounding community attracting thousands to this event. Highlights: Cultural Pavilions: Explore pavilions representing diverse cultures, each ... More Details
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Various , Brampton
The Elora Festival
The village of Elora will resound with live music once again, with performances by The Elora Singers, international guest artists, and celebrated Canadian musicians. Our line-up of over 30 concerts is second-to-none and showcases a variety of musical styles, ranging from solo artists to world music and small ensembles to ... More Details
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Various Venues, Elora
Northern Lights Festival Boréal
Sudbury, Ontario’s Northern Lights Festival Boréal (NLFB) began in 1972 as a one day event called the ‘Northern Lights Folk Festival’. It has grown and evolved over the years to be the signature music & arts festival of Northern Ontario. NLFB remains Canada’s longest consecutively running, outdoor music festival. Over ... More Details
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Bell Park, Paris St, Sudbury
Rockstalgia Music Festival
ROCKSTALGIA is a multi-day rock music festival celebrating the songs that raised us — from ’70s classic rock to ’80s anthems and ’90s alternative — brought to life by legendary artists, iconic tributes, and an unforgettable festival atmosphere. 🔥 Already announced: >>Wide Mouth Mason (Headliner) >>DESTROYER (KISS Tribute) >>Permanent Waves ... More Details
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Orono Fairgrounds, 2 Princess St, Orono
Salsa on St Clair Street Festival
The FREE Annual TD Salsa on St. Clair Street Festival is the main event of the award-winning Salsa in Toronto Festival. The weekend celebration has garnered international recognition and attracts hundreds of thousands of salsa lovers from near and far to Toronto. Join the salsa party as a stretch of ... More Details
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St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto
Afrovibes The Festival
AfroVibes Festival is a dynamic cultural event that celebrates and elevates African heritage in Canada ... More Details
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Various locations in Kitchener
HOPE Volleyball SummerFest
The HOPE Volleyball SummerFest in Ottawa is the world's largest one-day volleyball tournament, attracting over 25,000 players and spectators to Mooney's Bay Beach. This flagship event combines recreational volleyball with live rock entertainment on the HOPE Main stage. The event promises a day of thrilling volleyball matches and a lively ... More Details
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Mooney's Bay Beach Park, 2960 Riverside Drive, Ottawa
Rock the Park
The Lumineers | Dylan Gossett | Michael Marcagi | Valley Jordan Davis | Tucker Wetmore | Braxton Keith | Lanie Gardner Nelly | Shaggy | Fat Joe | Afroman | OMI Three Days Grace | I Prevail | The Dan Band & More! ... More Details
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Harris Park, London
St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival
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
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Kinsmen Amphitheatre, 101 Water St W, Prescott
Pembroke Multicultural Festival
The Pembroke Multicultural Festival is a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity, bringing together communities to honour the rich traditions, flavours, and artistry from around the world. Happening July 17-18, 2026 in Pembroke Ontario, visitors can expect: • An array of authentic international cuisines, where visitors can savour delicious dishes from ... More Details
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Pembroke Waterfront Park, Alexander St, Pembroke
Sun Life UpTown Waterloo Jazz Festival
The Sun Life Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival is an annual 3 day FREE music festival held in Waterloo Ontario, encouraging all genres of jazz ... More Details
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Waterloo City Centre parking lot, across from Willis Way
Stewart Park Festival
The Stewart Park Festival is a great celebration of community. It offers a fantastic weekend of music, great food and amazing vendors, right in the heart of downtown Perth. The Festival is a three-day, by donation music festival that showcases International and Canadian artists. 2026 Lineup TBA HOW MUCH Tickets: ... More Details
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Stewart Park, Perth
Tall Pines Music & Arts Festival
The Tall Pines Music & Arts Festival is returning for the fifth year. This year’s lineup includes The Tea Party and Paul Langlois of The Tragically Hip, with many more bands still to be announced. Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : Weekend - $99 & up ... More Details
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Gull Lake Park, 405 Brock Street, Gravenhurst
Hillside Festival
Hillside Festival brings together acclaimed and groundbreaking artists for the ultimate musical celebration! ... More Details
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Guelph Lake Conservation Area, 7743 Conservation Rd., Guelph