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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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Cineplex Theatres in Ontario to Reopen on July 16th
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 ... »
Bluewater Park Bandshell, 400 William Street, Wiarton
July 2, 2026 To August 27, 2026
519-534-1400
Free
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 ... »
1315 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa
August 13, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Albion Road and Rideau Road, Ottawa
August 14, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$5 to $15+fees
Enjoy all the excitement and entertainment at this years Capital Fair, including extreme dog shows, flying pig races, extreme lumberjacks, demolition derbies, acrobatic shows, magic shows, live ... »
LeBreton Flats, Ottawa
August 19, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$63 to $78
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, ... »
Various Venues, Brampton
August 20, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free & Ticketed
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 ... »
Lanspeary park, 1250 Langlois Ave, Windsor
August 20, 2026 To August 23, 2026
free
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 ... »
Tudhope Park, 450 Atherley Rd, Orillia
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$3
Northern Heat is bringing some of the best BBQ in Canada to Tudhope Park. Savour the best BBQ ribs at the Orillia leg of the Northern Heat ... »
CNE, Princes' Boulevard, Toronto
August 21, 2026 To September 6, 2026
General Admission
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 ... »
Various Venues, Owen Sound
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$120 to $165
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, ... »
29 Pickens Rd, Hastings
August 21, 2026 To August 22, 2026
$50 & up
Crooks Rapids Year 6 returns with two days of country music, food, and fun! Lineup: Ben Chase, The Ireland Bothers, Ty Wilson, Makinna Givens, Jane Archer, Sully Burrows, ... »
Ward's Island, Toronto
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$60
Grab a blanket and some snacks and enjoy a weekend of watching performances by indie artists held on Wards Island. »
Georgian Bay Steam Show Grounds, 4635 15th Line, Cookstown
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
(705) 722-3939
$24.99 – $139.99
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 ... »
Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON
August 21, 2026 To September 7, 2026
416-263-3330
$25.11 & up
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 ... »
London International Airport, 10 Seabrook Way, London
August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026
$70 to $650
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 ... »
Main Street Unionville, Markham
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
The Markham Jazz Festival is an exciting and vibrant five-day event featuring well known professional jazz musicians performing on three stages on beautiful Main Street Unionville, in ... »
Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Rd, Markham
August 22, 2026
$79.99 - 299.99
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 ... »
High Lonesome Nature Reserve, 867 Carbine Rd, Pakenham
August 22, 2026
Free to $10
Our annual Nature themed day is filled with a variety of activities including scavenger hunts, nature walks and workshops that offer families the chance to share creative ... »
Various Venues, Ottawa
August 22, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free & Ticketed
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 ... »
Birchmount Rd & Aviva Way, Markham
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
FREE
Join us for Tamil Fest, the largest Tamil street festival in the world! Held in the east of Toronto, this festival is a grand celebration of Tamil ... »
Burlington Central Park, 2299 New St, Burlington
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
9059215903
Free
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 ... »
Almonte Fairgrounds, 195 Water St, Almonte
August 22, 2026
$15-$20
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 ... »
Graceland Festival Grounds, 557 Walter Street, Lucknow
August 27, 2026 To August 29, 2026
$75 & up
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 ... »
Located behind Waterloo City Hall at 100 Regina Street South and William Street East
August 27, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free; Tips to artists appreciated
The Waterloo Busker Carnival is fun for the whole family with something for all ages. »
Devonshire Mall 3100 Howard Ave, Windsor
August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026
$3
Savour the best BBQ ribs at the Windsor South leg of the Northern Heat Rib Series! Indulge in perfectly cooked ribs from from the best BBQ Ribbers ... »
Riverside Park, 709 Woolwich St, Guelph
August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free
Rain or shine, this event provides musical entertainment, a midway, kids area, classic cars, a beverage tent, marketplace and of course, delicious, mouth-watering RIBS! Guelph’s Favourite ... »
Machell Park, 24 Aurora Heights Drive, Aurora
August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free
Join us for the tastiest event of the year fas Aurora’s Ribfest returns to Machell Park! Get out your bibs and enjoy some saucy ribs, fantastic ... »
Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Road, Peterborough.
August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free
Enjoy the best barbecue in Peterborough at the Kawartha Ribfest. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of lip-smackin’ food, great music and beverages. Award-winning Rib Teams Delicious ... »
Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free
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 ... »
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, ... »
Common Ground Farm, 6986 Middle River Road, St. Thomas
August 29, 2026
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. »
Thorndale Fairgrounds, 21737 Fairview Rd, Thorndale
August 29, 2026 To August 30, 2026
WEEKEND PASS - $37.80
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 ... »
Various venues across Toronto
August 30, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free & Ticketed
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 ... »
Paris Fairgrounds, 139 Silver St, Paris
September 3, 2026 To September 7, 2026
+1 519-442-2823
$10 - $22
Midway rides and games, carnival food, demolition derbies, agricultural competitions, live family entertainment and so much more! »
Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Canada’s Largest Ribfest is making a triumphant return to Spencer Smith Park this Labour Day weekend! As always, Ribfest will be four days of free family-fun, ... »
Sauble Speedway, 1095 Bruce Road 14 Rd, Hepworth
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$84.99 & up
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, ... »
Port of Orillia, 50 Lightfoot Dr, Orillia
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
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’... »
Fort York, 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$75+fees & up
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 ... »
Marilyn Bell Park, 1095 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free & Ticketed Areas
Celebrate North America’s longest running air show. The Canadian International Air Show will hold its 77th edition in 2026. The 2026 lineup brings together seasoned favourites and ... »
Rednersville Road County Road #3, Prince Edward County
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
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 ... »
Paris Lions Park, 60 Laurel Street, Paris
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
5489832201
FREE
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 ... »
Victoria Park, 32 Dill St, Kitchener
September 5, 2026
Free
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 ... »
115 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Renfrew
September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026
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. »