Canine Watersports Make a Splash on Canada Day in Prescott
2025-07-01 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Prescott Pop Ups, 191 Water Street, East, Prescott, Ontario, Canada
Canine Watersports Canada Dock Jumping is back this Canada Day long Weekend from June 28th to July 1st in Prescott
It is being held at RiverWalk Park at Prescott Pop-ups.
Everything gets underway on Saturday with the first jump at 11:00 am, jump two at 1:00 pm, Toss at 3:00 pm and jump three at 5:00 pm.
Sunday starts at 11:00 am with jump 4, then jump 5 at 1:00 pm, followed by grab at 3:00 pm. Monday is a non-competition Fun Day from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The last day, Tuesday, Canada Day gets underway at 11:00 am with jump 6, followed by Lure at 1:00 pm and the finals at 3:00 pm.
For the uninitiated, the sport of dock jumping (sometimes called “dock diving”) is a relatively new attraction, with the first recorded events in 1997.
For more information, please visit: https://www.caninewatersportscanada.com/

161st Lansdowne Fair
2025-07-17 15:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-18 15:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-19 08:00 - 22:00, 2025-07-20 08:00 - 16:00 | Lansdowne Fair Grounds, 1186 Prince Street, Lansdowne
The 161st Lansdowne Fair begins this Thursday, July 17th and runs until Sunday, July 20th, at the Lansdowne Fairgrounds.
The fun-filled country fair with lots to see and do, with live music on Thursday night with Country Legends, Tribute to Garth & Shania, a demolition derby on Saturday night, and a Truck and Tractor Pull on Sunday.
As well as lots of midway rides by World’s Finest Shows, children’s activities, and horse shows.
Tickets are, $10 for Thursday and Friday daily admission. $15 for Saturday and Sunday daily admission. Children 12 and under are free.
A weekend pass is $40 and can be purchased in advance at the Fair Office from July 14th to 18th.
Gates open at 3:00 pm on Thursday and Friday, and 8:00 am on Saturday and Sunday.
Opening day, Thursday, will see Colby Davis, Sheep Shearing demonstrations, Mini King & Queen Contest, Opening Ceremonies, and live music by Country Legends Tribute to Garth & Shania.
Friday will see a Seniors’ Fun Art Paint Party, Seniors’ Day, Sheep Shearing demonstrations, Seniors Games, and Draft Horse Pull. Live music on Friday will be by Blue River Band.
Saturday will see Toasted Metal Forge, Chainsaw Carver, Heavy Horse Show and Miniature Horse Show, Mary Lambert Children’s Music, Face Painting, Hay Bale Throwing Contest and more. Live music on Saturday will see Bill White and the White Brothers. Saturday night is the Demolition Derby.
On Sunday, there will be a Pancake Breakfast, Antique/Classic Car Show, Clydesdale Power Strongman/Strong Woman Competition, a Baby Contest, Junior Fair board Water Fun, Chicken BBQ, Tractor Pulls, a talent show, kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull and more.
Live music on Sunday will include County Road 5 Blue Grass.
For more information and the full schedule, please visit: https://lansdownefair.ca/

DIFA 2025 Summer Festival
2025-07-19 13:00 | Rotary Park Brockville, 148 George St, Brockville, Ontario, Canada
The DIFA 2025 Summer Festival is being held this Saturday, July 19th, in Rotary Park.
The day will feature amazing local music, some great food, a shopping experience with local vendors, and a licensed beer tent.
The event starts at 1:00 pm. Come out, bring a chair, grab a bite to eat and or an amazing lemonade from J&M Evan’s Smoked BBQ and Old Time Lemonade.
There will be four bands during the day: Sun Dried Flies, The Lads, EASY Electrified Blues Band and The Foils.

195th Anniversary Edition of the Delta Fair
2025-07-24 12:00 - 23:00, 2025-07-25 11:00 - 23:00, 2025-07-26 11:00 - 23:00, 2025-07-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Delta Fairgrounds, 110 Mill Creek Drive, Delta, Ontario, Canada

5th Annual Merrickville Festival of the Arts
2025-07-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Merrickville Blockhouse Park, 279 St Lawrence St, Merrickville
The 5th Annual Merrickville Festival of the Arts is being held this Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th, at Blockhouse Park on the banks of the Rideau River.
The Festival kicks off on Friday night, July 25th, with a free concert starting at 7:00 pm at The Pews for an unforgettable performance by the popular indie/folk group Arbour Season.
The festival runs from 10 am to 5 pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
The Merrickville Organization for Culture & the Arts (MOCA) is pleased to partner with the Merrickville Arts Guild (MAG) and Theatre Night in Merrickville (TNIM) to host the 5th Merrickville Festival of the Arts in Blockhouse Park.
Experience a talented lineup of local musicians throughout the village on various porches, Drumming Circle, Family Fun: Storytelling & Arts for children, Flash Mob dance, Theatre Night in Merrickville live performances, and 30+ artists from Merrickville Arts Guild & North Grenville area showcasing their creativity.
Admission is free to all.
Please visit https://www.mag-artists.ca/blog/festival-of-the-arts-2025-july-26-27-2/ for a full schedule.

Canadian Celtic Folk Group, Maggie's Wake Performing in Lyndhurst July 26th
2025-07-26 19:30 | Furnace Fall Farms, 504 Old Briar Hill Road, Lyndhurst, Ontario, Canada
Maggie’s Wake, an award-winning Canadian, female-fronted “new trad” folk group, will be performing at Furnace Falls Farm just outside of Lyndhurst on Saturday, July 26th.
Doors open at 7:00 pm with the show starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30 plus tax and available at http://www.ticketscene.ca/events/52990
Furnace Falls Farms is located at 504 Old Briar Hill Rd, Lyndhurst ON.
The 2025 CFMA Celebration Concert – “New Artist of the Year” have created an exciting splash in the folk music scene, blending high twang, classic country with contemporary takes on celtic jigs and reels, cajun twin fiddles and reggae rhythms. Their music is an original, genre hopping adventure that has captured the hearts of audiences across Canada and the United States.
United in their passion for fiery tunes, soaring vocals with rich harmonies, meaningful stories and beautiful melodies, Maggie’s Wake embraces their wide ranging influences and have built an exciting, new sound. The band features award winning songwriter and multi instrumentalist, Tara Dunphy (The Rizdales, Luther Wright and the Wrongs) and award winning violinist/fiddler, songwriter & composer, Lindsay Schindler (Rant Maggie Rant, Trent Severn). The powerhouse backing band includes Andrew Kosty on bass, Kenneth Palmer on guitar and Myke Phillips on percussion.
Dale Watson, the Texas honkytonk legend, says “You can’t grow if you rip your roots out of the ground” and Maggie’s Wake have taken that to heart. They are honouring tradition while forging their own path in roots music.
WHO: Canada’s high energy, “new-trad” folk group, Maggie’s Wake – 2025 CFMA Celebration Concert – “New Artist of the Year”
WHEN: Saturday, July 26, 7:30pm (doors open 7:00pm)
WHERE: 504 Old Briar Hill Rd, Lyndhurst ON, K0E 1N0
TIX/INFO: $30+ | All Ages | www.ticketscene.ca/events/52990
BAND WEB: www.maggieswake.com

10th Annual Delta Harvest Festival
2025-09-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
The 10th Annual Delta Harvest Festival is being held at the Delta Fairgrounds and other locations throughout the village on Saturday, September 27th
There will be a craft sale from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Delta Fairgrounds, tours, a quilt show, a bread contest, a bread tasting, and fresh baking at the Old Stone Mill from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm with a milling demonstration at 1:00 pm.
The Blacksmith Shop will hold blacksmithing demonstrations from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, with a garden market & crafts in front. The Delta Fire Hall Museum will be open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, and the DRAS Recreation Centre is hosting a Cornhole tourney starting at 9:00 am.
There will also be a yard sale at St. Paul’s Anglican Church from 9:00 am to noon. A Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Lower Beverly Lake Park at 1:00 pm., and a Scarecrow contest display at Russell Greenspace all day.
There will be farmers market and vendors all day throughout the village, a car show and Jackpot Barrel racing & pole bending.
A 50/50 raffle will also be held and musical entertainment will be provided by Jeff Code and the Silver Wings band.

Prescott's Porchfest 2.0
2025-09-27 13:00 - 20:00 | Ontario
Prescott’s day of music & community, Porchfest 2.0 presented by South Grenville Events, is set for Saturday, September 27th.
Prescott Porchfest is back for the Fall with 18 porches hosting live local performers all afternoon. Stroll through Prescott and take in free live performances on porches, patios, and pop-up stages. With more artists and more locations than ever, Porchfest transforms the community into a walkable music festival.
The day ends on the river at the Kinsmen Amphitheatre with an evening concert featuring Roxy’s Proxy, Jessica Lavallee, and Mark Bergman. Music is free — bring a chair or blanket and settle in by the water.
A BBQ chicken dinner will be available for purchase during the show. Just $24 (tax included) – must be pre-ordered at orders@thebridgeview.ca
Porches run from 1 pm to 5 pm all across Prescott, except for Porch 9, which will run from 1:00–3:00 PM. Free entry. Evening at the Amphitheatre runs from 5 pm to 8 pm with free entry.
For more information and a full schedule, please visit: https://www.prescott.ca/PorchFest

Brockville Operatic Society Presenting 'MATILDA' October 23rd to 25th
2025-10-23 19:30, 2025-10-24 19:30, 2025-10-25 14:00, 2025-10-25 19:30 | Brockville Arts Centre, 235 King St W, Brockville, Ontario, Canada
The Brockville Operatic Society returns to the Brockville Arts Centre (BAC) this fall with… Roald Dahl’s MATILDA!
Matilda is being held on Thursday, October 23rd, starting at 7:30 PM, Friday, October 24th at 7:30 PM and on Saturday, October 25th with a 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM show.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, Miss Honey. During her first term at school, the two forge a bond as Miss Honey begins to recognize and appreciate Matilda’s extraordinary personality. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves to punish those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace!
Packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and an unforgettable star turn for a young actress, this musical is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination!
For tickets, please visit: https://brockvilleartscentre.com/event-details/?slug=2025-matilda-bos
This show is made possible by the support of our community sponsors like: Pricedex Software, Ignite Printing, James Ross, Pickle & Myrrh,1000 Islands Toyota & EFI Engineering
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

“ABD with Mark the C” Fundraiser for St. Lawrence Writers Festival
2025-11-01 19:30 - 21:30 | The Arts Hub Brockville, 32 Park Street, Brockville
Get ready for our first fundraiser for the September 2026 festival. We’re super stoked to announce the show “ABD with Mark the C” on November 1. By the way, ADB stands for Allistonian Brockvillian Dionysian – try saying that three times fast.
The Flying Dutchman wasn’t just a legendary ghost ship, but also the name of a motel six miles west of Brockville on Highway 2, where you could find the Lost Highway Lounge and a Saturday Night Fever-inspired disco dance floor.
It was owned by the Cassidy family, whose son Mark was the weekend DJ – Mark the C, the vinyl king. The motel may be long gone, but Mark’s memories remain. Inspired by Spalding Gray, Mark created theatre pieces with his indie company Threshold Theatre.
Catch him in “ABD with Mark the C” at Arts Hub Brockville on Nov 1. Mark’s navigating his memories of growing up at the Flying Dutchman, so don’t miss the hilarious ride. Reviews say his storytelling is like Stuart Maclean’s, but we think he’s even funnier.

Soulful Songcraft Sessions Retreat
2025-11-29 09:30 - 18:30 | Ontario
Your hosts are:
Canadian award-winning singer-songwriter Lynne Hanson
Singer-songwriter and wellness professional Amanda Keeley
Date: Saturday, November 29th
Time: 9:30 am – 6 pm
These Soulful Songcraft Sessions are open to all levels, beginners to advanced.
This deep dive session into the craft of songwriting will consist of segments focusing on: foundations of songwriting (ex., song structure, lyric writing & rhyming schemes), act of creation (ex., techniques, object writing, collaboration), writing a song and more.
Wellness components such as meditation and movement will be offered to help support and encourage the creative process.
Snacks and refreshments provided.
This enriching retreat happens in the heart of downtown Brockville. Set in a warm, inviting, beautiful Victorian-era home.
Location is walking distance to the waterfront, trails, coffee shops and more.
Investment for this inspiring day-long retreat $140 (tax included).
For more information and to register, please contact:
Amanda Keeley
Email: amandakeeleymusic@gmail.com
Call/Text: 613-340-3053

SOA - The ABBA Experience at the Brockville Arts Centre
2025-11-29 19:30 | Brockville Arts Centre, 235 King St W, Brockville, Ontario, Canada
The buzz is real, and it’s wrapped in tinsel this time! SOS – The ABBA Experience returns to the Brockville Arts Centre with a Christmas spectacular that blends ABBA’s timeless hits with a festive twist that’ll have you singing, dancing, and smiling all night long.
From the moment the lights go up, it’s pure celebration with glittering costumes, powerhouse vocals, and holiday joy turned up to eleven. This isn’t just a show… It’s a party, and you’re part of it!
Bring your friends, your holiday spirit, and your best dance moves because this is one Christmas night you’ll never forget.
So grab your tickets, gather your people, and get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, ABBA style!

St. James Anglican Church Hosts a Heartwarming Christmas Concert
2025-12-07 15:00 - 16:00 | St. James Anglican Church, 20 Church Street, Maitland
St. James Anglican Church in Maitland is pleased to host another festive and heartwarming Christmas Concert. The hour-long program will feature a joyful mix of well-known carols and seasonal selections, performed on the church’s historic organ as well as its baby grand piano.
The featured musician for the afternoon is Sharon Adams, a talented local artist with deep community roots. The South Grenville Guild of Fine Arts will be showing works of Art for Sale in the parish hall.
Cost: Free will Offering
Sunday, December 7, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 pm
St. James Anglican church, 20 Church Street, Maitland, Ontario
For more information, please contact the Rev. Jon Lavelle at jonlavelle@yahoo.com or phone: (613) 340-0177.

BAC to the Movies: Wicked - For Good
2026-01-05 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-01-06 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-01-06 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-07 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-01-07 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-08 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Brockville Arts Centre, 235 King St W, Brockville, Ontario, Canada
Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile in the Ozian forest, while Glinda resides at the palace in Emerald City, revelling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, she’ll need to reunite with Glinda to transform herself, and all of Oz, for good.
Runtime: 2h 17m
Genres: Family, Fantasy, Musical, Romance
Rated: PG, for action/violence, some suggestive material and thematic material.
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