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VIVID Art Festival

VIVID Art Festival

Sep 17-20, 2026 Sault Ste. Marie
Upcoming

The VIVID Art Festival is a four-day celebration of arts, culture, and heritage held in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. It features local and international artists through diverse forms including music, visual arts,...

Arts Cultural events +8
Rock the Runway

Rock the Runway

Sep 17-18, 2026 London
Upcoming

Rock the Runway is a two-day outdoor music festival and concert series held in London, Ontario. The 2026 event is scheduled for September 17–18 and features various musical acts, including BCKYRD Fest...

Music festival Concert +3
Simcoe County Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair

Simcoe County Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair

Sep 18-20, 2026 Minesing
Upcoming

The Simcoe County Quilt, Rug and Artisan Fair showcases handcrafted works by local artisans, including embroidery, quilting, spinning, weaving, lacemaking, rug hooking, and pottery. The fair is held at the Simcoe County...

Artisan Fair Crafts +3
Kensington Market Jazz Festival

Kensington Market Jazz Festival

Sep 18-20, 2026 Toronto
Upcoming

The Kensington Market Jazz Festival is scheduled for its 11th annual edition from September 18 to 20, 2026, taking place in Toronto's Kensington Market. The festival was founded by singer-songwriter Molly Johnson.

Music festival Jazz +1
BC Culture Days

BC Culture Days

Sep 18 - Oct 4, 2026 Qualicum Beach
Upcoming

BC Culture Days in Qualicum Beach runs from September 18 to October 4, 2026, featuring a series of community-led events focused on environmental sustainability and local heritage. The program includes workshops, artist...

Cultural events Sustainability +7
Off the Wall

Off the Wall

Sep 18 - Oct 11, 2026 South Surrey
Upcoming

Off the Wall is a free-admission art exhibition held at the Crescent Beach Community Gallery in South Surrey, Canada. It showcases nature-inspired works by local painters Julie McDowell, Terri Casella, and Joy...

Art Exhibition +5
Tony McManus Concert

Tony McManus Concert

Sep 19, 2026 Victoria
Upcoming

World-renowned Celtic guitarist Tony McManus will perform in Victoria, British Columbia, on September 19, 2026. The concert is part of a series of intimate performances presented by Beacon Ridge Productions, aiming to...

Celtic Music Guitar Concert +3