Petapolooza is an annual event that brings together pet owners and enthusiasts within our community. It gives our community the opportunity to meet industry professionals, rescue groups, and others in the pet industry.

Last years  Petapolooza Pet Festival saw a record breaking attendance of over 4,500 people and brought in $36,000 ($11,729.45 in donations from the day of).

Petapolooza is Animal Services largest fundraiser with all proceeds going towards building Pickering a permanent animal shelter and/or for the day to day care of animals housed at the shelter, including unforeseen medical costs.

Celebrate creativity and community at Artfest, in Esplanade Park! This two-day festival showcases the vibrant work of emerging and local artists, artisans, independent authors, and performers, offering something for everyone.

Multicultural Festival, May 23rd and 24th in Mississauga, ON. Come celebrate the 41st anniversary with over 25 countries showcased at 8 locations featuring food, entertainment, and exhibits of the various cultures.

Port Stanley Festival Theatre is a developer of professional, live, diverse Canadian theatre. We enhance the community experience.

Come celebrate the beginning of National Indigenous History Month in Canada with a variety of energetic performances, storytelling, spoken word artists, traditional dancing, hand drumming, and interactive workshops led by First Nations, Inuit, and Métis presenters and storytellers.

The Indigenous Cultural Celebration in Oshawa is a powerful event that honours and celebrates the rich heritage of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. Held in June to kick off Indigenous History Month, the event features traditional teachings, presentations, and interactive activities, including water and strawberry teachings by Elders and drumming sessions. Visitors will enjoy Indigenous food and vendors while learning from local Indigenous leaders and presenters. Held at the culturally significant Ed Broadbent Park, this event fosters education, cultural awareness, and community connection, offering a meaningful opportunity for reconciliation and celebration of Indigenous traditions.

The Brampton KiteFest is a two-day, outdoor family-friendly celebration of kites, kite fliers, learning, and eco-friendly recreation. 

Children learn the joys of building and flying their own kite (and the science behind it), and parents and grandparents connect with their inner child! 

Brampton KiteFest attendees can bring their own kites to fly or watch professional fliers paint the skies with their choreographed performances. 

It’s a great day for families to get outdoors, relax, connect, and enjoy the friendly community atmosphere.  Join us for a spectacular family event filled with food, fun, and community spirit! 

From food to other fun things, we’ve partnered with local vendors and community organizations to create an unforgettable experience.

Don’t miss out and bring the whole family along for a day of sky soaring entertainment and feeling the wind and fresh air in the Brampton area.  Brampton KiteFest promises to be an unforgettable experience, creating lasting memories for all who attend.  Be sure to come together, celebrate, and have fun at Brampton KiteFest.

The stage is set for an unforgettable summer in Downtown Barrie — and this year the festival has an exciting new partner leading the way.

The Downtown Barrie BIA is proud to announce that Paul Sadlon Motors has joined as the Presenting Sponsor of the Troubadour Festival, with the series now officially titled “Troubadour Festival presented by Paul Sadlon Motors.”

Owned by the longtime Barrie entrepreneurial Sadlon family, Paul Sadlon Motors has been a pillar of the local business community for decades. The company has a strong history of supporting major community initiatives, including contributions to the Sadlon Centre for Health & Wellness at Georgian College and the naming partnership of the Sadlon Arena, home of the OHL Barrie Colts.

The partnership represents a powerful example of local business supporting a growing local cultural event.

Following its recognition as one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals, the Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series has officially unveiled its 2026 headliners — and the lineup delivers.

2026 Troubadour Festival Headliners:

Season Kickoff – Saturday, June 6
The Roadhammers

Saturday, July 25
The Watchmen

Saturday, August 15
Bahamas

Season Finale – Saturday, September 12
Special Headliner Announcement Coming Soon!

Set against the backdrop of Kempenfelt Bay in Meridian Place, Troubadour Festival continues to transform Downtown Barrie into a premier waterfront music destination.

This lineup reflects exactly what Troubadour Festival stands for — big energy, iconic Canadian talent, and an unforgettable community experience.

The Barrie Airshow is a free family-friendly event that brings residents, visitors and aviation enthusiasts together for a thrilling weekend of high-flying action!

The weekend-long event along Barrie’s beautiful waterfront features a spectacular airshow and drone show, ground displays, meet and greets, music and entertainment, food trucks, games and activities for all ages.

The Barrie Airshow is brought to you by the City of Barrie, Canadian Forces Base Borden, County of Simcoe, Lake Simcoe Regional Airport and the Downtown BIA, and presented by Pratt Homes. 

For more information and up-to-date details, please visit barrie.ca/Airshow

All Aboard for the 5th Annual Raleway Festival – where tracks meet the taps!

Join us at the picturesque Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum for an afternoon of craft beverages, live music, and good times. Sip your way through a curated lineup of Ontario beer, wine, and cider while enjoying railway-themed fun, and tasty eats from local food vendors. Grab your crew, raise a glass, and ride the rails to one of summer’s most unique events. Cheers to cold drinks, community spirit, and a little bit of train nostalgia!

Richmond Hill’s annual Canada Day celebrations features a day full of live entertainment, food and beverage vendors, artist exhibits, midway and a one of the best fireworks displays in York Region.

Celebrate Canada Day 2026 in Pickering!

Join us for a full day of celebration featuring live entertainment, a variety of food vendors, and family-friendly activities as we come together to honour Canada’s birthday. Daytime and evening programming will offer something for everyone, from lively performances to festive community experiences.

Two venues:

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Esplanade Park

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Kinsmen Park

Our festival aims to preserve, enhance, and celebrate Kincardine’s Scottish roots.

Enjoy three days and nights of lively music, exciting competitions, cultural workshops, and friendly small-town hospitality. Cheer on your favourite, Highland athletes and dancers, trace out your ancestry, march with the historic Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band down Queen Street, and enjoy the sights and sounds of over 30 Scottish pipe bands from across Canada and the United States.

We pride ourselves in honouring the traditions and contributions of Scottish culture within the Canadian multicultural mosaic. We look forward to seeing you at our next Kincardine Scottish Festival & Highland Games!

Join us for free family-friendly concerts all summer at Midland's Little Lake Park!

Because Beer is a summer craft beer and music festival celebrating community, creativity, and good times. Founded by the organizers of Supercrawl, it brings together local breweries, delicious food, and top Canadian bands for a weekend of great music and even better company. After a successful expansion to Guelph, the festival continues to grow while staying true to its roots in Hamilton's vibrant waterfront scene. Whether you come for the craft beer, the live performances, or the laid-back summer vibe, Because Beer is the perfect blend of flavor, sound, and community spirit.

The Clifford Carnival Celebration is back and BIGGER than ever!  We're taking over Elora St. N. for a day full of fun—car show, dog show, vendors, live entertainment, games, food, and more!

Ribfest is an annual 3 day event that attracts professional Rib teams that travel from across North America and feature award winning ribs and variety of other food offerings. In addition, there is live entertainment and amusement offerings for all ages!

Date: Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 19, 2026

Time: Friday: 12 – 10 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Festival of the Sound is Canada’s oldest and longest running chamber music festival. Located in the idyllic community of Parry Sound, we are a significant contributor to the rural economy of West Parry Sound Region. While our music programming has given us our international reputation it is our community mindedness and ability to generate significant economic benefits for our home community that has sustained us for 47 years.  On any given night during our three-week festival our audience will be wearing everything from ball gowns with heels to polar fleece with Birkenstocks (and socks!).

Festival of the Sound marries some of the greatest music ever composed with world renowned artists, from Canada and beyond, and iconic Georgian Bay landscapes.

From littles to grown-ups – everyone parties here.  The Harriston Street Party is BACK! Party on downtown for shopping, music, magic, + lots of fun.

Experience a weekend of art, music, food and great company at the 2026 Buckhorn Festival of the Arts on Saturday, August 15 from 10am to 5pm; Sunday, August 16 from 10am to 4pm. 

The Buckhorn Festival of the Arts brings professional, world-renowned artists from across Canada to the park-like setting of the Buckhorn Community Centre. This event originated as the first fundraising event in 1978 to help pay for the mortgage on the original buildings and land. Today, the show is known as one of the country’s premier events.

Not only does the show feature professional artists, but there’s also an Amateur Art Competition, Art Activity Zone, exhibit of youth art, and live music. As well, an annual Special Exhibit is curated by a committee of artists to bring something unique to each year’s event.

Admission is by donation. Dogs must be leashed and are not allowed in buildings.

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) event continues to maintain resiliency and focus on strengthening the foundations on which it's 146-year history has been built.

Founded in 1879 as the Toronto Industrial Exhibition, the CNE is a not-for-profit organization and agricultural society that has enjoyed a distinguished history as a showcase of the nation. People came to experience the latest innovations in technology and commercial products, to enjoy the popular entertainers of the time, and to engage in a collective community celebration.

Although the CNE has changed significantly over the years, it continues to be one of Ontario’s great annual traditions and an event that offers substantial entertainment value for money. Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day, the CNE welcomes more than 1.42 million visitors annually - visitors who reflect the rich diversity of Toronto and the region.

The CNE event today features a spectacular display of both traditional and new programming elements. The nostalgic favourites include community sports, midway entertainment, wacky tasty treats, international performances, the SuperDogs, the Air Show and shopping galore! There is music and performances packed across eight variety stages and on the marquee CNE Bandshell stage, a Gaming Garage featuring free play opportunities and world class exhibits and attractions.

Additionally, as an agricultural society the CNE is committed to showcasing and celebrating agriculture with programs like: the Ambassador of the Fairs, the Farm - which features interactive exhibits showcasing trends in urban agriculture, providing an opportunity for guests to meet some farmyard animals.

We hope to continue to enrich our community by celebrating the past, showcasing the present and promoting the future.

2365 Concession Rd 6, Pickering, ON L1Y 0A8

Crowfest is a four-day community festival in Chatham-Kent, Ontario, celebrating the region’s large flocks of crows—a unique local phenomenon. The event transforms what was once seen as a nuisance into a creative, inclusive, and family-friendly festival that draws visitors from across Canada, the US and a small number of international visitors. The upcoming 5th anniversary
celebration will feature numerous world record attempts.

The Town of Whitby’s annual Brooklin Harvest Festival celebrated its 26th anniversary in 2025 and annually takes place on the second Saturday after Labour Day. This is an annual event that originally was organized by the local community Group 74.  A group of dedicated ladies out to improve the community. When the Group could no longer organize such a large event, the Town of Whitby continued coordinating.

Harvest Festival contributes to the local economy and historic Downtown Brooklin by attracting more than 15,000 visitors.  Each year  event attendance continues to grow with a record breaking numbers annually.

Over the past two years, the Town has added more programming and vendors and worked with many new businesses to participate within the events footprint.  2025 saw 12 new businesses participating.

The event is unique and connects a lot of different organizations within the community such as (informational groups, small and local businesses, musicians and charitable organizations) offering an engaging opportunity to reach a large audience. This event enhances Brooklin’s historic downtown.

Brighton Applefest, founded in 1974 by the Brighton Business Association to promote local business, apple farming, and tourism, has grown from a few booths on Main Street selling baked goods and coffee into a premier Bay of Quinte event that now attracts more than 20,000 visitors each year. While the region has lost several orchards over time, the festival remains committed to supporting local agriculture and businesses by prioritizing vendors who grow or produce their own products, featuring local farms and orchards in promotions, and ensuring that over 85% of vendors come from the three surrounding counties.

Beyond its agricultural and economic mission, Applefest has become a true homecoming for Brighton residents, drawing alumni, families, and neighbors together to reconnect, celebrate, and showcase the best of the community to visitors who may return as tourists or future residents. At its heart, Applefest is more than a festival - it's a feeling.

The Caledonia Fair is one of Ontario's premier fall fairs, celebrating community, agriculture, and local talent since 1873. Held annually at the Caledonia Fairgrounds, the event features thrilling midway rides, live entertainment, livestock shows, homecraft and junior competitions, a bustling vendor market, and delicious fair food. Blending rural charm with family fun, the fair offers something for all ages—whether you’re cheering at the demolition derby, admiring local arts, or enjoying the agricultural displays. Rooted in tradition and community spirit, the Caledonia Fair proudly showcases the best of rural Ontario each fall.

Thursday October 1 from 4pm-10pm

Friday October 2 from 2pm-10pm

Saturday October 3 from 10am-10pm

Sunday October 4 from 12pm-6pm

Because Beer is a summer craft beer and music festival celebrating community, creativity, and good times. Founded by the organizers of Supercrawl, it brings together local breweries, delicious food, and top Canadian bands for a weekend of great music and even better company. After a successful expansion to Guelph, the festival continues to grow while staying true to its roots in Hamilton's vibrant waterfront scene. Whether you come for the craft beer, the live performances, or the laid-back summer vibe, Because Beer is the perfect blend of flavor, sound, and community spirit.

The Bay Studio Tour is presenting their 17^th Annual Artist Tour. Artisans welcome visitors to their Studios at 23 unique locations, showcasing 30+ participants from the Township of Tiny, the Town of Penetanguishene, and the shores of Georgian Bay. Visitors delight in the creative experiences at each Studio as they demonstrate their talents in this special event. Be sure to include this in your Fall Calendars.

Painting, sculpture, pottery, jewellery, photography, fibre art, glasswork, woodwork, metalwork, and mixed media will be offered.

Join us at the annual Ball’s Falls Thanksgiving Festival featuring 150+ unique craft and artisan vendors, delicious foods, craft beverages and wines, a farmers’ market, live music on the main stage and children’s entertainment, historical demonstrations, heritage tours, guided nature hikes, and so much more.

Enjoy the beauty of the fall season along the Niagara Escarpment as you take in the sights, sounds and delicious scents of the Thanksgiving Festival and explore the colourful forested trails.

For more details on this year’s festival, including entertainment schedule and list of participating artisan, food and beverage vendors, visit www.thanksgivingfestival.ca

Fall Fling celebrates all things Fall with pumpkin painting, photo stops, fall décor, miniature train rides, Halloween costume contests, trick-or-treating, hands-on crafts, and local artisans in the vendor market.

Two Dates:

October 17 (11:30 am – 3:00 pm) and October 24 (11:30 am – 3:00 pm)

Aurora’s Haunted Forest: A Spine-Tingling Tradition

Now entering its 20th year, Aurora’s Haunted Forest has become a beloved autumn tradition that draws thousands of Halloween enthusiasts from across the region. What began as a modest community event has grown into a spectacular, multi-sensory experience that transforms Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area into a thrilling landscape of fright and delight.

Hosted by the Town of Aurora, the event kicks off at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, where families enjoy interactive indoor games and activities before boarding a shuttle to the forest. Once there, guests embark on the Family Trail—an enchanting path filled with whimsical spooks and creative displays designed to entertain all ages. But for those craving a deeper thrill, the trail splits… and the brave can enter the infamous Trail of Terrors, where eerie cabins, haunting scenes, and unexpected scares await.

Aurora’s Haunted Forest thrives thanks to the dedication of over 150 volunteers, strong community partnerships, and a commitment to inclusivity. More than 50 themed displays and decorated cabins are crafted with care, creativity, and passion—each one designed to mesmerize, entertain, and challenge the imagination. The event continues to evolve, embracing accessibility and diverse programming to ensure everyone can share in the magic.
From its humble beginnings to its current status as a signature town event, Aurora’s Haunted Forest is more than just a Halloween celebration—it’s a testament to community spirit, creativity, and the joy of shared experiences.

Join us for our annual winter season celebration! Watch as we light up Esplanade Park with festive lights and fireworks. Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, art installations, instagram-worthy photo ops, vendor market, and roaming characters. Bring the whole family out for some

Two Locations:

Esplanade Park & Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex

Two Dates:

Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14, 2026 (5:30 pm - 8:30 pm)