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  • Prince Edward County Nashville Takeover (Summer 2026)

    The Prince Edward County Nashville Takeover is a multi-day summer music event that transforms the region into a Nashville-style experience, featuring live performances from Canadian and Nashville-based country and songwriter artists across curated venues. Designed to bring the spirit of Nashville’s music culture to small Canadian towns, the event emphasizes live music, storytelling, and immersive entertainment.

    Wellington
  • Spring Countylicious

    Spring Countylicious is a seasonal culinary festival where restaurants across Prince Edward County offer curated prix-fixe menus showcasing locally sourced ingredients, regional producers, and the creativity of local chefs. Held twice annually (spring and fall), the event highlights the county’s farm-to-table dining culture and provides visitors with a diverse tasting experience across multiple venues.

    Prince Edward
  • Maple in the County

    Maple in the County is an annual maple syrup festival in Prince Edward County, Ontario, celebrating the first harvest of the season. The event features sugar shack tours, pancake breakfasts, and maple-themed tastings at local wineries and breweries across the region.

    Ontario
  • PEC March Maple Madness

    PEC March Maple Madness is a county-wide seasonal festival celebrating maple syrup and local businesses, where visitors can explore sugar bushes, wineries, restaurants, and accommodations offering maple-themed food, drinks, and experiences. The event is family-friendly and designed as a self-guided tour showcasing the region’s maple production and culinary scene.

    Ontario
  • County Jam

    County Jam is an annual live music event in Prince Edward County featuring a lineup of local musicians and performers in a collaborative, community-focused setting. Hosted at The Waring House, the event showcases regional talent across various genres and often supports local causes, such as food banks, making it both an entertainment and community-driven experience.

    Prince Edward
  • West PEC History Fair

    The West PEC History Fair is a free community heritage event where local historical societies and organizations set up displays and share stories, artifacts, and information about the cultural history of western Prince Edward County, including groups like the United Church, Consecon Library, Loyalist Masonic Lodge No. 50, and Friends of Wellers Bay. Attendees can walk through exhibits, chat with local volunteers, and enjoy light refreshments while learning about the region’s past.

    Consecon
  • Flashback February: A Speaker Series (Peter Lockyer + guests)

    Flashback February: A Speaker Series is a curated lineup of historical talks led by Peter Lockyer and guest speakers, exploring diverse aspects of Prince Edward County’s past through storytelling, research, and community knowledge. The series covers topics ranging from local industries and architecture to cultural heritage and notable figures, offering engaging and educational experiences for residents and visitors.

    Picton
  • Trace Your Roots Tuesdays

    Trace Your Roots Tuesdays is a genealogy-focused workshop series that helps participants research their family history using archival records, local resources, and expert guidance. Hosted at the Wellington Branch Library, the sessions provide hands-on support for beginners and experienced researchers interested in uncovering their ancestry.

    Ameliasburgh
  • OCC Annual General Meeting and Convention

    The OCC Annual General Meeting and Convention is a yearly gathering of members of the Ontario Culture Council (or similarly named provincial organization), featuring governance meetings, keynote speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities focused on cultural development and community engagement. The event serves as both an official AGM and a convention to discuss initiatives, share knowledge, and plan future activities.

    Ottawa
  • Northumberland Turkey Trot

    The Northumberland Turkey Trot is a family-friendly running and walking event featuring 5K, 2.5K, and children’s fun runs through the scenic Cobourg Conservation Area. Known for its festive atmosphere and costumes, the event supports the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign and promotes health, community engagement, and charitable giving

    Cobourg
  • Life Drawing at the AGN

    Life Drawing at the AGN is a drop-in studio session where artists of all skill levels can practice drawing from a live model in a relaxed, non-instructional setting. Hosted by the Art Gallery of Northumberland every thursday, the sessions provide an opportunity to develop observational and figure-drawing skills within a supportive creative environment.

    Cobourg
  • Clay Commons Craft Club!

    Clay Commons Craft Club is a relaxed, weekly creative drop-in where participants can bring their own projects or use shared materials to craft in a social studio setting. Unlike structured classes, it focuses on community, creativity, and open-ended making, with optional activities like pottery painting and occasional hand-building sessions.

    Port Hope
  • Pine Ridge Hiking Club

    The Pine Ridge Hiking Club organizes a weekly schedule of guided hikes (typically on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays) throughout winter and other seasons across scenic rural roads, conservation areas, and trails in Northumberland County — offering options from easy walks to moderate full‑day hikes.

    Cobourg
  • Northumberland Film Sundays

    Northumberland Film Sundays is a series of curated film screenings presented by local cinephiles, showcasing a selection of contemporary Canadian and international films from the TIFF Film Circuit on Sunday afternoons at Rainbow Cinemas. The program offers a community‑focused alternative cinema experience beyond typical commercial releases.

    Cobourg
  • Deep Trance Full Moon Experience

    The Deep Trance Full Moon Experience is a guided meditation and sound-based session held during the full moon, combining breathwork, mindfulness, and immersive sound techniques to help participants enter a deep trance state for reflection, emotional release, and heightened awareness.

    Colborne
  • Muskoka Marathon

    Bracebridge
  • The Muskoka Wedding Show

    Gravenhurst
  • McLean’s 6 Hour MTB Relay

    McLean’s 6 Hour MTB Relay is a community-focused mountain biking event where solo riders or teams compete to complete as many laps as possible within six hours on scenic singletrack trails, combining endurance racing with a social atmosphere that includes prizes and a post-race gathering.

    Assiginack
  • Providence Bay Fair Music Festival

    A popular summer music festival held as part of the historic Providence Bay Agricultural Fair on Manitoulin Island, featuring big-name acts, live entertainment, and family‑friendly fair activities.

    Lone Pine
  • Haw Run

    A community road run event held in Little Current on Manitoulin Island with multiple distances (1 km kids fun run, 5 km, and 10 km), typically part of Haweater Weekend celebrations.

    Little Current
  • Mindemoya Classic

    An annual road cycling race in Mindemoya on Manitoulin Island, attracting competitive and recreational cyclists with scenic Northern Ontario routes.

    Mindemoya
  • Manitoulin Ribfest

    A lively summer food festival on Manitoulin Island featuring professional rib teams, live music, and family-friendly entertainment.

    Mindemoya
  • Manitoulin Mountain Bike Challenge

    A challenging cross-country mountain bike race on Manitoulin Island featuring rugged terrain, forest trails, and scenic Northern Ontario landscapes.

    Manitowaning
  • Concerts in the Park

    The Parks and Recreation Division in partnership with the Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the annual Concerts in the Park summer series. Pack a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy free, live outdoor music at the Frank Banks Gazebo in Victoria Park, Lindsay. This free, family-friendly series is a great way to relax, connect with neighbours, and celebrate local talent all summer long.

    Kawartha Lakes
  • Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce – Women’s Show & Sale

    Our Mission is to be the voice for a prosperous community that fosters pride in our area and help develop economic growth on behalf of its members.

    Burk's Falls
  • Kearney Fall Fair

    Kearney
  • Almaguin Studio Tour

    Get off the beaten path and visit a selection of artist studios of various mediums in the region with a customized route and itinerary. Recommended for those who don’t mind a bit of gravel as many of the region’s best artists are tucked away along scenic sideroads.

    Burk's Falls
  • South River Friendly Circle Walking Group

    South River
  • Katrine Winter Karnival

    Katrine
  • Burk’s Falls Art Centre – Paint Night

    A casual, instructor-led painting event where participants create their own artwork in a relaxed, social setting.

    Burk's Falls
  • Winterfest at Sprucedale Community Centre

    A small-town winter festival in Sprucedale featuring outdoor activities, community events, and family-friendly winter fun.

    Sprucedale
  • Gore Bay Trading Post

    A rustic themed retail destination featuring outdoor gear branded merchandise artisanal gifts fishing tackle and regional specialty foods curated to reflect local heritage and attract visitors exploring downtown Gore district.

    Gore Bay
  • Killaloe Killaloe Craft and Community Fair

    The fewtival is a "free spirit" place, with a combination of music, crafts, workshops

    Killaloe
  • Bancroft Farmers Market

    Looking for something to do in town? Come to the Bancroft Farmers Market, where you'll find fresh, locally grown produce, artisanal products, and a gathering space for local farmers and artisans.

    Bancroft
  • Barrie Farmers’ Market

    Find unique arts and crafts, delicious seasonal offerings from the garden and the oven, as well as a variety of meats and fresh fish.

    Barrie
  • Wasaga Beach Artisan & Farmers Market

    bringing together local artisans, vendors and the entire Wasaga Beach community to celebrate all that makes this area so special.

    Wasaga Beach
  • Collingwood Currie’s Farm Market

    partnered with local growers, producers and distributors. the Currie’s Farm Market provide customers the best shopping experience and local food selection in the area.

    Collingwood
  • Lion’s Head Farmer’s Market

    Local trading post-style shop in Lion's Head offering souvenirs, practical supplies, and regionally made goods. Great for grabbing last-minute items and supporting small-town Ontario businesses.

    Lion's Head
  • Penetanguishene Trading Post

    Local market boasts the best of the Huronia region! From farm fresh meats and produce to handmade art and crafts to delicious prepared food, the Penetanguishene Community Market is anticipating an incredible first season.

    Penetanguishene
  • Midland Trading Post

    Connecting the community to its local farmers, food producers, and artists for a more sustainable future.

    Midland

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