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Ontario has announced that Step 3 of the reopening will start on July 16, 2021.
According to Ontario’s 2021 three-step plan for reopening, outdoor social gatherings will be permitted with up to 100 people and indoor social gatherings with up to 25 people.
In all cases, individuals are required to continue to maintain physical distancing of at least two metres with people from outside their households.
Step 3 Gathering Limits & Rules in Ontario
Social Gathering:
- 25 people if the event is held indoors
- 100 people if the event is held outdoors
An organized public event ( if it is held at a private dwelling, including houses, apartment buildings, condominium buildings and post-secondary student residences):
- 25 people if the event is held indoors
- 100 people if the event is held outdoors;
Wedding, a funeral or a religious service, rite or ceremony (at a regulated venue):
- Indoor religious services, rites or ceremonies, including wedding services and funeral services permitted with physical distancing;
- Indoor dining permitted with no limits on the number of patrons per table with physical distancing and other restrictions still in effect;
- Outdoor wedding, funeral or religious service, rite or ceremony – All persons attending the gathering must comply with public health guidance on physical distancing
Meeting or event space, conference centres, convention centres:
- Indoors: The total number of members of the public permitted to be in an indoor portion of the rentable meeting or event space at any one time must be limited to the number that can maintain a physical distance of at least two metres from every other person in the indoor portion of the rentable meeting or event space and in any event may not exceed 50 per cent capacity, as arrived at by taking 50 per cent of the capacity of every room in the rentable meeting or event space and totalling the result, or 1,000 persons, whichever is less.
- Outdoors: The total number of members of the public permitted to be in an outdoor portion at any one time may not exceed 75 per cent capacity, or 5,000 persons, whichever is less.
Sports & Recreational Fitness Facilities :
- Indoor sports and recreational fitness facilities to open subject to a maximum 50 per cent capacity of the indoor space.
- Capacity for indoor spectators is 50 per cent of the usual seating capacity or 1,000 people, whichever is less.
- Capacity for outdoor spectators is 75 per cent of the usual seating capacity or 15,000 people, whichever is less.
Museums, Festivals & Other Tourist Attractions
- Museums, galleries, historic sites, aquariums, zoos, landmarks, botanical gardens, science centres, casinos/bingo halls, amusement parks, fairs and rural exhibitions, festivals, with capacity limited to not exceed 50 per cent capacity indoors and 75 per cent capacity outdoors;
- Concert venues, cinemas, and theatres permitted to operate at:
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- 50 per cent capacity indoors or a maximum limit of 1,000 people for seated events (whichever is less)
- up to 75 per cent capacity outdoors or a maximum limit of 5,000 people for unseated events (whichever is less); and up to 75 per cent capacity outdoors or a maximum of 15,000 people for events with fixed seating (whichever is less).
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Retail, Restaurants, & Other Businesses
- Essential and non-essential retail with capacity limited to the number of people that can maintain a physical distance of two metres;
- Personal care services, including services requiring the removal of a face covering, with capacity limited to the number of people that can maintain a physical distance of two metres;
- Real estate open houses with capacity limited to the number of people that can maintain a physical distance of two metres
- Indoor food or drink establishments where dance facilities are provided, including nightclubs and restobars, permitted up to 25 per cent capacity or up to a maximum limit of 250 people (whichever is less).
Upcoming Festivals
Queen Street, Stratford
April 21, 2026 To November 1, 2026
Varies
North America’s largest classical repertory theatre, presenting the works of William Shakespeare and other great writers. »
Blyth Festival, 377 Gypsy Lane, Blyth
June 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026
The Flex Pass (4) $225.00 + HST
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 ... »
Jackson-Triggs Amphitheatre, 2145 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake
June 12, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$125 & up
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 ... »
Whistling Gardens, 698 Concession 3 Townsend, Wilsonville
August 28, 2026 To September 26, 2026
$20 to $32.50 + taxes and fees
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, ... »
115 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Renfrew
September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$7 to $12
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 & ... »
Port Credit Memorial Park, 20 Lakeshore Rd East, Mississauga
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free & Ticketed Areas
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 ... »
Midlothian Castle, 981 Midlothian Road, Burk's Falls
September 11, 2026 To September 14, 2026
$363.31 & up
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 ... »
James Street N, Hamilton
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Downtown Fergus, Ontario
September 11, 2026 To September 12, 2026
Free
Downtown Fergus will be transformed into a Victorian steampunk festival extravaganza. With juried vendors, fashion shows, a scavenger hunt and much more. »
Erindale Park, 1695 Dundas St W, Mississauga
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Weekend: $249 & up
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 ... »
Fraser Lake Camp, 156 Whytes Rd, Bancroft
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$260-$360
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 ... »
Springer Market Square, 1 Market St, Kingston
September 12, 2026
(613) 542-8677
Free to $65
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 ... »
Almonte Community Centre and the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, Almonte
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
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, ... »
Stratford Rotary Complex, 353 McCarthy Rd., Stratford
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Two-day pass $15
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 ... »
Cabbagetown, Toronto
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
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, ... »
Polski Dom 2000, 2711 Shantz Station Rd., Breslau
September 13, 2026
519 505 0987
$5 per person children under 14 free of charge
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, ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
September 15, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Varies
Celebrate modern Indigenous arts at the annual Asinabka Film & Media Arts Festival, a local grassroots festival showcasing diverse Indigenous arts from Turtle Island and beyond. »
Owen Sound, Meaford, and Leith, Ontario
September 16, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Varies
SweetWater turns the spotlight to the piano with Keys of Life, a festival filled with piano‑centred programmes, including multiple dazzling two‑piano showcases, intimate chamber concerts, ... »
Festival Grounds at RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr., Ottawa
September 17, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$99 & up
Located at Lansdowne Park, CityFolk is a celebration of music, dance, and community featuring an eclectic mix of musical performances on multiple stages. Lineup: September 16: Alabama Shakes, ... »
London International Airport, London
September 17, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$109.00 & up
Lineup: Limp Bizkit Cypress Hill The Dirty Nil + many more! »
Bayshore Community Centre,1900 3rd Ave E, Owen Sound
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$5
Owen Sound Ribfest 2026 Presented by Ontario Festival Group will take place at the Bayshore Community Centre convenient for area residents and visitors from all over. We are ... »
Fallsview Event Grounds, 6727 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Misty City Music Festival will bring together some of the best artists in country and rock for an unforgettable two-day experience, located in the heart of Niagara ... »
2537 Huron Street, London
September 18, 2026
$160.81 - $211.58
Electronic music festival featuring an incredible lineup including Disco Lines, Loud Luxury, BUNT., Ian Asher, and more. Come for an unforgettable day of live music, great ... »
242 Dalhousie St., Amherstburg
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
5197301309
Free
One of the most anticipated events of the year! Experience one of the most outrageous festivals in Southwest Ontario. Dress up in your favorite wizardry or steampunk ... »
Village of Eden Mills, ON
September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Early Bird $10 to $35
Annual literary festival for all ages in an idyllic outdoor setting near Guelph. The Eden Mills Writers’ Festival is a magical celebration of literature in a warm, ... »
Glenhyrst Art Gallery, 20 Ava Rd., Brantford
September 18, 2026 To September 19, 2026
$0 - $40
The Grand River Arts Festival is a celebration and exhibition of visual arts, music, and theatre, held on the historic grounds of Glenhyrst Art Gallery in Brantford, ... »
Hamilton Convention Centre, 1 Summers Ln, Hamilton
September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026
$15 - $35
Hamilton Comic Con is Hamilton's premier pop culture event. Over 100,000 square feet of vendors, artists, celebrities, autographs, photo ops, attractions, Q&As and panels, cosplay contest and ... »
Holiday Beach Conservation, Amherstburg
September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026
519-776-5209/ 1-888-487-4760
$20/car
Watch thousands of birds of prey flying overhead, experience programs that cover a wide range of birding and nature topics and see hawks and owls up close. ... »
Waterloo Park West, Westmount Rd Entrance, Waterloo
September 19, 2026
%5 - $10
The Royal Medieval Faire brings the magical Kingdom of Mearth alive in Waterloo Park! »
Gibson Park, 17 First St. W., Elmira
September 19, 2026
Free
Join us as we celebrate the first-ever Multicultural Festival of Elmira on September 21st at Gibson Park (Kate's Place). »
Uptown Waterloo, 75 King Street, South, Waterloo
September 19, 2026
Free.
Explore uptown Waterloo like never before! Lumen is an annual, free, all-ages festival that is open to the public and run by the City of Waterloo’s ... »
Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Free
The Roncesvalles Village BIA welcome’s back their annual festival in September! Roncesvalles Polish Festival is North America’s largest celebration of Polish culture. Enjoy great local ... »
Uxbridge Museum Historical Centre, 7239 Concession 6, Uxbridge
September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026
(905) 852-5854
FREE
Over 30 artists, live music all day and amazing food – all in one place. Check out the amazing lineup of over 30 artists at this year’s Uxbridge Art ... »
36 Main Street S., St. George, ON
September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026
5194481344
FREE
It’s not just a festival; it’s an experience woven with the golden threads of community, celebration and the rich bounty of the harvest season. It ... »
172 Jonas Street, Lyndhurst
September 19, 2026
613-928-3326
Free
The Annual Lyndhurst Turkey Fair has been a free family event since 1994. The village of Lyndhurst swells from the population of 500 people to over 5000 for this single ... »
Various Locations, Ottawa
September 23, 2026 To September 27, 2026
613-232-8769
$15-$665
The Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) is one of the world’s leading animation events and has provided screenings, exhibits, workshops, and entertainment since 1976. Attracting artists, producers, ... »
Carp Fairgrounds, Carp Road, Carp
September 24, 2026 To September 27, 2026
$6 to $35
Enjoy a fun filled day in the country at the “Best Little Fair in Canada”, the Carp Fair. With great music, great shows, and a huge midway… ... »
Montebello Park, 64 Ontario St, St. Catharines
September 24, 2026 To September 27, 2026
289 273 7984
Free entrance
This September, join us at Montebello Park for the Niagara Grape & Wine Festival and help us celebrate 75th year! Sip award-winning local wines, enjoy tasty food, ... »
Colonel Sam Smith Park, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, Etobicoke
September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026
Free
Featuring North America’s Best Rib Teams ready to serve you, your friends and family Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ ... »
Haute Goat, 1166 5th line, Newtonville
September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026
$79.10
Cultivate is a farm-to-festival experience of the very best of food, drink, live music and local culture. It’s like a big picnic. A music festival. A ... »
Various locations in Kitchener
September 25, 2026 To October 17, 2026
Free and ticketed
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is Canada's Greatest Bavarian Festival celebrating over 50 years of great local tradition. »
Dickson Park, 30 Parkhill Rd W, Cambridge
September 25, 2026 To September 26, 2026
Two Day Pass $12.35 - $154.54
Spread over two days in the historic core of Cambridge, Ontario, F2F is a delight for the senses – packed with local vendors, food trucks and some ... »
Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre, 12 Nelson St East, Meaford
September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026
5195380463
$20 to $65
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF) returns to Meaford Hall this fall, running from September 25-27. The festival, which features international, award-winning films ... »
King Street East from Eby Street to Cedar Street, and the Kitchener Market piazza
September 27, 2026
Free
Get ready for a delicious day in Downtown Kitchener as 15+ food trucks roll into the East end for a celebration of food, community and fun. »
Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene
October 1, 2026 To October 31, 2026
705-526-7838
$13 - $15
Join us this October at Pumpkinferno, where Discovery Harbour transforms into a glowing autumn wonderland featuring more than 5,000 artificial “fun‑kins,” dazzling lights, music, and interactive activities. ... »
Henley Island Park, 295 Henley Island Dr., St. Catharines
October 2, 2026 To October 3, 2026
905-360-1241
Weekend: $148 & up
Cicada is a two-day music festival hosted on the picturesque Henley Island in St. Catharines, Ontario, where attendees can discover some of Canada’s best artists alongside ... »
Concordia Club, 429 Ottawa St S, Kitchener
October 3, 2026
5199044628
All-Day Pass $67.70
30+ hot sauce makers, craft beer, cocktails, festival food, live wrestling, tattoos, spicy surprises, and Canada’s biggest selection of Hot Ones sauces. »
Various locations, Haliburton County
October 3, 2026 To October 11, 2026
289-440-8696
Free
Join us for the 39th annual Studio Tour – Haliburton Highlands where you will see over 40 new and returning artists in 26 studios as they open their doors for ... »
Hendrie Park, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington
October 3, 2026 To October 4, 2026
Free
2 DAYS OF FREE FAMILY FUN, for all ages–because great tales never grow old! Meet Canada’s leading children’s authors, illustrators, storytellers, and musicians. Internationally acclaimed ... »