Experience the magic in Downtown Belleville from Friday, November 14 to Sunday, November 16, 2025. This seasonal event brings together all the best of the holiday season with shopping, dining and selfies with Santa.
Jingle Crafts & Bake Sale on Saturday, November 15 from 9am - 2pm at the Foster Ward Community Centre
Experience the MAGIC of the season! Mistletoe Magic brings the Quinte region’s most anticipated holiday artisan show to the heart of downtown Belleville. Explore, shop and enjoy handmade items from local and regional artisans in the historic Belleville Armouries. Artisan donated raffle prizes to benefit the HPE Food for Learning program. Celebrating and supporting handcrafted since 2003. Admission $5.00, 12 and under free
We’re excited to invite you to the upcoming Quinte Christian High School Christmas Craft & Vendor Sale on Nov. 15th from 10am-3pm. Over 25 craft, baked good, and book vendors will be here! This event will take place on November 15th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at QCHS, 138 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd. For more details visit us on Facebook or our website qrcs.ca/news ****Admission is by donation. Monetary donations and/or a non-perishable food item will be accepted on behalf of Gleaners Food Bank. ****
FALL SHOW – GALLERY 121 – OCTOBER 7TH – NOV. 15TH, 2025 RECEPTION SATURDAY OCT. 18TH, 2025 The members of Gallery 121 are excited to show of their new works of art alongside those of Kayo O’Young, a famous potter and a well-known realistic, artist from Hastings. Kayo O’Young is recognized as one of Canada’s finest porcelain creators with his works being featured in two films. His pieces are unique in style, minimalistic, intriguing, inviting and fired with hand made glazes. These pieces may be found in some of the most prestigious museums and galleries in North America. The realism and luminosity found in Barb McGuey’s oil paintings is spell binding. Barb’s focus is on the natural world through landscapes, flowers and animals. The Featured Member Artist for this show is Terry Hart. Terry uses natural beeswax that has been heated and applied to a board where it is fused, carved, and coaxed into landscapes, abstracts and city/rural scenes. Please join us for refreshments and meet that Artists at a reception on Saturday Oct. 18th from 2-4 p.m.
Get all of your holiday shopping done in one place, and support local artists and artisans! The Holly and the Ivy Artisan Show and Sale will take place on Saturday, November 15th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Parrott Art Gallery, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville. Admission is free, but donations to Gleaners Food Bank are welcome.
Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.
250 Sidney St, Belleville, ON Saturday, November 15th Doors open 10AM–4PM For the second time ever, we’re opening the doors to our XXL Scrunchie warehouse in Belleville for a ONE-DAY ONLY in-person Christmas shopping event! Our warehouse is usually reserved for production and fulfillment only, but for one special Saturday, we’re transforming it into a festive, handmade holiday market! We’re talking: Exclusive in-person discounts on everything, from classic XXL Scrunchies to our newest Holiday Launch, Advent Calendars, and limited-edition styles Deep clearance bins full of past-season treasures Holiday freebies & surprises Early access to our Black Friday Sale (but even better for one day only) Saturday Surprises: The first 25 guests through the doors will receive a FREE gift box filled with goodies from XXL and other Canadian small businesses like Couture Candy, INE Nutrition, Cookies by Coco & Doki Doki. And because our last warehouse sale had such an unexpectedly long lineup, the next 50 guests will receive an XXL Cotton Pouch filled with treats! Special Guests & Vendors @goldbar_by_3llie – Back inside the warehouse offering permanent jewellery (get linked up while you shop!) @butterandspicebakeshop – Popping up inside with festive baked goods and holiday treats @thepinkfunnel – Outside bright and early at 9AM serving hot chocolate and sweets My dad will be helping again (he’s the best!). Bruce will be there too — ready for pets, photos, and moral support. More details on our site here: https://xxlandco.com/blogs/news/christmas-warehouse-sale ____________ FAQs Do I need an appointment? Nope! This is the only time we’re open without one — just come during sale hours. How can I pay? We’ll accept debit, credit, and cash at checkout. Can I bring friends? Yes please! The more, the merrier. Will online orders be discounted too? This sale is in person only, so come by to scoop up the deals before they’re gone! More questions? Email us anytime at [email protected] ____________ Why This Day Means So Much Back in June, we hosted our very first XXL Warehouse Sale, and honestly — I was speechless at the turnout. Seeing so many of you show up, line up early, and fill the warehouse with excitement and love… it was a weekend I’ll never forget. Now we’re bringing that same energy (and hopefully some holiday magic) back for our Christmas Warehouse Sale — to help you shop handmade gifts, stocking stuffers, and all things XXL, just in time for the holidays. XXL Scrunchie started because I made one as a Christmas gift for my cousin — so this season will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for showing up for small business. It truly means the world. — Tina & XXL Scrunchie Team
An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.
Bingo Players Needed
No Limits, No Lineups… Just Bingo
Doors Open –
At 12:00 Pm For Matinee,
At 5:00 Pm For Main Bingo.
Bring Your Dabbers And Win Some Money
All While Supporting Community Non Profits
Take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with the Belleville Festival of Lights lighting display at Jane Forrester Park! This year’s display features three new installations: an interactive snowman photo frame, “Belleville” ASL finger spelling sign and a special display honouring the Kort family.
We’re welcoming Victor back to our taproom! Raised in Eastern Ontario, Canada, Victor is one of eight children. He spent most of his childhood either climbing trees, or writing music. Soon music took over and for the past twenty years Victor has been writing his own material. His folksy sound and vocal range allow him to express himself through originals as well as a very wide variety of covers from Johnny Cash to Michael Jackson. Victor is also co-owner of a creative agency called eighty Twenty studio in Belleville, Ontario which acts as a second outlet for his creativity. Married to Jodi Cooper since 2004, he finds her to be great inspiration for much of his music.
Join us for staged readings of the three winning plays from this year’s Belleville Arts Festival Play Writing Competition featuring some of the Quinte Region’s finest actors. This year’s theme is The Susanna Moodie Era in Belleville: 1840-1879. The winners are: First Place -“Seasons” by Colleen Simm Second Place – “The Story of Two Women” by Beth Milligan Third Place – “Susanna & John Moodie Write a Play” by Ed Schroeter Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-susanna-moodie-era-in-belleville-a-staged-reading-tickets-1730530466209
Tour the historic home of Susanna Moodie, where the renowned Canadian author once lived with her husband John Dunbar Moodie. Explore the intimate setting of the historic stone house on Bridge Street West. Purchase your tickets for visits on the hour.
Bingo Players Needed
No Limits, No Lineups… Just Bingo
Doors Open –
At 12:00 Pm For Matinee,
At 5:00 Pm For Main Bingo.
Bring Your Dabbers And Win Some Money
All While Supporting Community Non Profits
Join us for staged readings of the three winning plays from this year’s Belleville Arts Festival Play Writing Competition featuring some of the Quinte Region’s finest actors. This year’s theme is The Susanna Moodie Era in Belleville: 1840-1879. The winners are: First Place -“Seasons” by Colleen Simm Second Place – “The Story of Two Women” by Beth Milligan Third Place – “Susanna & John Moodie Write a Play” by Ed Schroeter Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-susanna-moodie-era-in-belleville-a-staged-reading-tickets-1730530466209
The Belleville Santa Claus Parade is back on Sunday, Nov. 16! The parade will begin at Bridge Street West and Sidney Street at 4:30 p.m. and travel down Bridge Street through downtown Belleville before ending at the corner of Herchimer Avenue at approximately 7 p.m. Join us before the parade at Glanmore National Historic Site for pre-parade festivities including free admission from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Visitors can explore the historic house with its seasonal exhibitions and even make a simple ornament to take home. Rotary’s Reindeer Village will also once again be set up in Robin Jeffrey Park, complete with both light-up and live reindeer and free hot chocolate while supplies last. Don’t forget your letters for Santa and donations for Gleaners and the Firefighters Toy Drive!
Take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with the Belleville Festival of Lights lighting display at Jane Forrester Park! This year’s display features three new installations: an interactive snowman photo frame, “Belleville” ASL finger spelling sign and a special display honouring the Kort family.
Bingo Players Needed
No Limits, No Lineups… Just Bingo
Doors Open –
At 12:00 Pm For Matinee,
At 5:00 Pm For Main Bingo.
Bring Your Dabbers And Win Some Money
All While Supporting Community Non Profits
Take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with the Belleville Festival of Lights lighting display at Jane Forrester Park! This year’s display features three new installations: an interactive snowman photo frame, “Belleville” ASL finger spelling sign and a special display honouring the Kort family.
Belleville Public Library's Adult Chess Club is for ages 18 and up. The club meets every Monday at 5:30pm. Bring your own chess board or borrow one from the library and meet with fellow chess players for a friendly game. All skill levels are invited to this informal, self-led program. To register call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037 or email [email protected]. Drop-ins are welcome, but we encourage you to register if you'd like notifications about any updates or weather related cancellations.
Stacey Kerr is the Exhibit and Programs Coordinator for the Quinte Museum of Natural History, where she has been working for the last year to develop the upcoming feature exhibit “Expedition Alert: Stories from the High Arctic”. This exhibit will showcase the biodiversity that lives around Alert, Nunavut, the northernmost continuously inhabited place on Earth. Stacey is using her experience in environmental storytelling to create an exhibit that invites visitors to explore the unique and sometimes alien world of the Polar Desert through a series of interactive displays showcasing research by scientists from the University of Quebec at Rimouski. Inuit traditional knowledge, or Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, will connect visitors to the land and the lived experience of climate change through key elements of the exhibit, a reminder that multiple worldviews are critical to understanding our world. This presentation for the Quinte Field Naturalists will provide a sneak peek of a few key stories that will be included in Expedition Alert, including tales of impressive migration, fascinating adaptations, and ultimately resilience in the face of mounting climate change. Stacey will also share some of the challenges and learning experiences of creating an Arctic exhibit for an audience “down South”, as well as some exciting new technology-based museum elements that will help bring the exhibit to life in a whole new way for an intergenerational audience.
Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.
The Members of Gallery 121 invite you to celebrate this Season at our Holiday Show, Nov.18th – Dec. 24th; reception Saturday, Nov. 22nd. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Our space will be adorned with wood working, found object dolls, fused glass designs, decorative brooms and more!
An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.
Bingo Players Needed
No Limits, No Lineups… Just Bingo
Doors Open –
At 12:00 Pm For Matinee,
At 5:00 Pm For Main Bingo.
Bring Your Dabbers And Win Some Money
All While Supporting Community Non Profits
Buck(ish) Shuck Tuesdays at The Local Social House Every Tuesday from 3:00 pm ‘til close, we’re bringing the East Coast to the Bay! Fresh, briny, perfectly shuckable oysters are brought in just for you—and we’re serving them up at our cost: only $1.75 each (an incredible deal)! Pair them with a crisp County wine or a cold local craft beer, and take in the waterfront views while you slurp, sip, and savour. It’s the perfect midweek ritual: oysters, drinks, and vibes that feel like summer—no matter the season. The Local Social House – Waterfront dining, local pours, and your new Tuesday tradition.
Join the Bridging Communities project!
Bridging Communities – Crochet Circle with artist/educator Emebet Belete
Emebet’s current art project is Bridging Communities, a large-scale art installation where community members will create crochet, and cover the downtown Front Street Bridge in stripes, blocks and patterns! Over the past year, she has taught and involved students in six area schools in the art of crochet.
Open for youth and adults, experienced and beginners, individuals, families and friends!
How You Can Get Involved:
Crochet a piece (or more!) for the bridge.
Join the organizing committee to help steer the project.
Teach others to crochet and share your skills.
Help distribute crocheting materials to participants.
Collaborate with your group or organization to crochet pieces.
Form a crochet group with friends or partners.
Sponsor a pillar to support the project financially.
Donate yarn to ensure we have enough materials.
Contribute to the GoFundMe to help cover project costs.
Supported by the Ontario Arts Council, the City of Belleville, Quinte Arts Council
Take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with the Belleville Festival of Lights lighting display at Jane Forrester Park! This year’s display features three new installations: an interactive snowman photo frame, “Belleville” ASL finger spelling sign and a special display honouring the Kort family.
The Hastings County Historical Society are presenting a lecture by Gary Nichol and Richard Hughes for the Belleville Arts Festival. Using photos and archival materials Nichol and Hughes will explore Susanna Moodie’s life in Belleville during the 1840s–70s.
Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.
The Members of Gallery 121 invite you to celebrate this Season at our Holiday Show, Nov.18th – Dec. 24th; reception Saturday, Nov. 22nd. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Our space will be adorned with wood working, found object dolls, fused glass designs, decorative brooms and more!
An immersive, collaborative exhibition highlighting 19th-century Ontario life and the Moodie family, presented in partnership with the Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County, the Parrott Gallery, and Glanmore National Historic Site. Archival material, artworks, and historical objects will bring the Moodie era to life for visitors throughout the month.
Bingo Players Needed
No Limits, No Lineups… Just Bingo
Doors Open –
At 12:00 Pm For Matinee,
At 5:00 Pm For Main Bingo.
Bring Your Dabbers And Win Some Money
All While Supporting Community Non Profits
Join us every Wednesday evening for Midweek Mussels at The Local Social House, overlooking the Moira River in Downtown Belleville. We feature fresh, East Coast mussels, served by the pound with your choice of three house-made sauces: a classic Garlic & White Wine, a warm and aromatic Thai Coconut Curry, or a bright and comforting Pomodoro. Each order comes with grilled bread for dipping and a small arugula side, making it a cozy, satisfying midweek meal. Add a glass of wine or a side of frites to make it the perfect night out. Midweek Mussels is designed to feel welcoming and relaxed — a chance to slow down, share good food, and enjoy great company by the river. Whether you’re catching up with friends, planning a date night, or simply treating yourself, we’d love to have you. Every Wednesday The Local Social House • 211 Coleman St., Belleville everyone welcome.
Take in the sights and sounds of the holiday season with the Belleville Festival of Lights lighting display at Jane Forrester Park! This year’s display features three new installations: an interactive snowman photo frame, “Belleville” ASL finger spelling sign and a special display honouring the Kort family.
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record
Drop in to join Quinte Twirlers Square Dance Club on Wed. nights fall to spring.
New dancers welcome, especially in Sept. Prior experience not necessary.
Singles welcome! You don’t need a partner, but you are welcome to bring a friend.
Casual dress and comfy shoes recommended.
Email: [email protected] for questions or more info.
Weekly admission $7. per person.
Experience a curated art crawl through Belleville’s gallery district, where history and creativity come alive. Presented in partnership with the QAC Cultural Hub and Gallery, John M. Parrott Gallery, Belleville Art Association, and Gallery 121, this unique event invites you to explore artistic interpretations of 19th-century Ontario life. Step into each gallery to discover historical artwork curated from the collection at the Glanmore National Historic Site, accompanied by scripted historical notes that bring the stories behind the works to life. Pick up a Gallery Crawl Card at any participating location, enjoy the exhibits, and collect a stamp at each stop for your chance to win a one-year membership to Glanmore. Take a stroll through Belleville’s vibrant art district and immerse yourself in the culture, history, and artistry of Ontario’s past. QAC Cultural Hub Belleville Art Association Gallery 121 John M. Parrott Gallery Pick up a special “passport” system at the first gallery you visit, get it stamped and continue to explore each participating venue to win prizes.
The Members of Gallery 121 invite you to celebrate this Season at our Holiday Show, Nov.18th – Dec. 24th; reception Saturday, Nov. 22nd. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Our space will be adorned with wood working, found object dolls, fused glass designs, decorative brooms and more!
The Festival of Lights will be sparkling until Jan 5!
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