Festivals, Events and Live Music
Celebrate creativity, pride and wine and culinary excellence in Ontario’s many cities and communities. Ontario proudly hosts great music festivals and welcomes talented new and established artists at venues across the province. Discover a rich and colourful mosaic of local artists and live music venues. Our four distinct seasons keep things fresh in Ontario. From summer’s festivals to spring’s sweet maple treats, autumn’s wine and cranberry festivals to winter’s festivals of lights, there’s always something happening in Ontario.
Must See
Must See
Winterlude, Ottawa
Celebrate winter with ice carving displays, kids activities and skating on the largest ice skating rink in the world.
Stratford Festival
Watch Shakespearean drama come to life, part of the Canadian Signature Experiences.
Fort Henry's Sunset Ceremonies, Kingston
Enjoy military music and spectacle on Wednesday evenings during the summer.
Collingwood Elvis Fesitval
Talented impersonators from around the world honour the King of Rock ’n Roll.
Toronto International Film Festival
One of the top film festivals in the world, features mainstream Hollywood productions to indie and international cinema.
Winter Festival of Lights, Niagara Falls
Colourful light displays and panoramic views of the icy Niagara Falls.
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS ONTARIO
This handy guide provides detailed information on the array of festivals and events that take place this year throughout the province.