Discover Belleville

Nicholas Campbell and the Two Metre Cheaters
2025-10-10 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
Get ready for an evening of toe-tapping, heart-pounding, Rockabilly, Honky Tonk fun! Merging the sounds of rock n roll from the genres golden era with the countrypolitan sounds of the 1960s, at 20 years old Nicholas Campbell has gained himself a reputation as “the real deal”.
Campbell first picked up the guitar at age 10 and was gigging by 11. Having found a fresh start during the pandemic, Nicholas began playing consistently with his band, The Meter Cheaters, who quickly rediscovered their groove as live shows began to become an option once again and they wasted no time in seizing the opportunity. The band worked to release Campbell’s debut album Livin’ and Other Western Ideas in 2021, combining elements of rockabilly, western swing, and good old-fashioned honky tonk. The result was a brisk, invigorating album that feels as fresh as it does familiar.
In 2023 the band worked alongside James McKenty on the 2024 release of Gonna Have a Ball Tonight!, Campbell’s sophomore record; an eclectic collection of songs recorded live off the floor by McKenty. The band has enjoyed worldwide coverage and airplay since, spanning from across North America to Europe and beyond. 2024 also saw the release of He Said She Said, the first single from a third upcoming album.
With the success of the first two albums, and new singles to come, Campbell and The Meter Cheaters have pursued a tour schedule of more than 195 shows a year, with highlights in 2025 being – multiple tours, working alongside Chris Spedding on “A Rockabilly Boogie”, a Tribute to Robert Gordon, opening for The Jim Cuddy Band, backing up recent JUNO award winners, Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys with Paul Brandt, and the anticipated release of Campbell’s 3rd album.
If you haven’t seen this young phenom in person, you need to get here! Check out his videos on YouTube. Here’s a good one:

Doors open: 6 pm
Music: 7:30 – 10:30 pm
Licensed venue
snacks and refreshments

Fall Show at Gallery 121
2025-10-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Gallery 121, 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville, K8P5N6, Canada
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.

Belleville Lions Daily BINGO
2025-10-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-12 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-13 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-14 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-16 12:00 - 17:00 | Bingo Hall, 610 Dundas Street East, Belleville, Ontario, K8N5N5, Canada
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

LIVE MUSIC @ Meyers Creek Brewing – Gerald McGrath
2025-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
Gerald McGrath, a seasoned indie musician with a musical journey spanning more than two decades, is poised to make his mark in the Kingston music scene. His debut album, ‘This Is Fine,’ was released in April of 2024.
With over 20 years of experience, Gerald has honed his craft, delivering heartfelt original compositions that resonate deeply with listeners. He has a unique talent for conveying emotion through his lyrics and melodies, creating music that is both relatable and memorable. Gerald’s music is influenced by some of the greats, including Gord Downie, Elvis Costello and Butch Walker, whose legacy has left a lasting imprint on his sound. This inspiration is evident in the emotional depth, lyrical complexity, and unique sonic palette present in his music.

Adult Chess Club
2025-10-13 17:30 - 19:30 | John M. Parrott Art Gallery at the Belleville Library, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON, K8N 3B1
Belleville Public Library’s Adult Chess Club is for ages 18 and up. The club meets on Mondays 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 infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Drop ins are welcome, but we encourage you to register if you’d like notifications about any updates or weather related cancellations.

Buck(ish) Shuck Oysters at The Local Social House
2025-10-14 15:00 - 22:00 | The Local Social House, 211 Coleman St, Belleville, K8P3H8
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.

Crochet Tuesdays
2025-10-14 17:00 - 18:30 | Quinte Arts Council Cultural Hub, 36 Bridge St E, Belleville, K8N 2Z5, Canada
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

Belleville Theatre Guild: Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
2025-10-14 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-10-16 19:30 - 22:30 | Pinnacle Playhouse, 256 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON, K8N 3B1, Canada
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a touching and human comedy about a formidable retired woman, Lily Harrison, who hires an acerbic dance instructor, Michael Minetti, to give her private dance lessons —one per week for six weeks— in her condo in Florida. What begins as an antagonistic relationship blossoms into an intimate friendship as these two people from different backgrounds reveal their secrets, fears, and joys while dancing.

Directed by Lise Lindenberg

Written by Richard Alfieri

Tree Planting with Quinte Field Naturalists
2025-10-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Clifford Sonny Belch Park, 69 Centre Street, between Centre Street, Belleville, Canada
Wish you could have helped with the planting at Clifford Sonny Belch park last weekend? Well we are back at it planting 83 beautiful dogwoods on the toboggan hill and 40 tall perennial native flowers in the field.
Wednesday, October 15 starting at 9:00 am
Clifford Sonny Belch Park
Quinte Field Naturalists Association sponsors nature education, conservation and research.
For more information on other Quinte Field Naturalists events happening in Belleville and the Bay of Quinte visit: https://quintefieldnaturalists.org/

Hands In Commemoration De’VIA Exhibition
2025-10-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-16 10:00 - 17:00 | JOHN M. PARROTT ART GALLERY, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, K8N 3B1
The Quinte Arts Council is honoured to celebrate Hands in Commemoration, a landmark festival recognizing our local Deaf culture and the deep significance of the Sir James Whitney School for the Deaf in our community. At the heart of this festival is the powerful exhibition of De’VIA (which stands for Deaf View/Image Art) at the John M. Parrott Art Gallery. These works affirm Deaf identity, share lived stories, and celebrate American Sign Language (ASL) as both a language and a vibrant cultural expression. The exhibition will be on display until October 18th.

Work in Quinte Job Fair
2025-10-15 13:00 - 18:00 | Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre, 265 Cannifton Rd, Belleville, K8N 0A2
The cities of Belleville and Quinte West invite job seekers and employers to the Work in Quinte Job Fair on Wednesday, October 15 from 1pm – 6pm at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre.
More than 45 employers from across the Bay of Quinte region will be on hand, offering full-time and part-time positions in a variety of sectors. Attendees will have the chance to learn about local career opportunities and connect directly with recruiters in one place.
Whether you are just starting out, seeking a change or returning to the workforce, don’t miss this chance to take the next step to a fulfilling career in the Bay of Quinte. Register today at https://www.workinquinte.ca/work-in-quinte-career-fair/
To assist with preparation for the career far, Work in Quinte has created a new workshop called Road to the Career Fair to be delivered by Meta Employment Services.

Vinyl Listening Party @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2025-10-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
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

DIY Like A Girl: Fall Home Prep Workshop
2025-10-15 18:30 - 20:30 | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
Get your home ready for fall — and feel confident doing it yourself!
Join Canadian Handywoman for a fun, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to:
Stop drafts with weatherstripping
Replace furnace filters
Apply caulking like a pro
No tools or experience needed. Just show up and leave with skills you can use right away!
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time: 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: UpFront Café & Pub, 313 Front St, Belleville
Cost: $58 (materials included)
Spots are limited

Wednesday Night Square Dancing
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Harmony Public School, Corbyville, ON, 626 Harmony Rd,, Corbyville, ON, K0K 1V0
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: quintetwirlers@gmail.com for questions or more info.
Weekly admission $7. per person.

Parkinson's Dance Class
2025-10-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Quinte Ballet School of Canada, 196 Palmer Road, 196 Palmer Road, Belleville, Belleville, K8P4E1, Canada
Free Parkinson’s Dance Classes
Every Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30am until December 18
Quinte Ballet School, 196 Palmer Road in Belleville
These creative movement classes with music are designed for people living with Parkinson’s and other mobility issues. All levels and abilities welcome. Dancers are asked to bring indoor shoes to wear in the ballet studio. Research studies show that dance can improve strength, flexibility, motor skills, balance, cognitive functions like memory and multi-tasking.
For more information email: parkinsonsdance@quinteballetschool.com or call 613-962-9274 ext. 23

Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony for The B.A.A.’s PERSPECTIVES at the Parrott Gallery
2025-10-16 18:00 - 19:30 | JOHN M. PARROTT ART GALLERY, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, K8N 3B1
The Parrott Gallery invites you to the Opening Reception for the 58th edition of PERSPECTIVES, the Belleville Art Association’s Annual Juried Show. The Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony takes place on Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. View an impressive exhibit of artworks submitted by the B.A.A.’s talented members, carefully selected by distinguished jurors. Everyone is welcome to this free event, light refreshments will be available. PERSPECTIVES is on display in Galleries 1 & 2 from October 16 to November 22, 2025.

Acoustic Jam @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2025-10-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
We have had the opportunity to meet so many amazing musically inclined people who love to play but are looking for something more casual and cooperative than our open mic format.
Join us for our unplugged jam sessions hosted by our friend Colin. Whether it’s a guitar, mandolin, cajon, ukelele, or other acoustic instrument players of all skill levels are welcome, or just come to listen and sing along!
So how’s a jam different? – A “jam” is any music played without preparation beforehand. This might mean that the music is undefined, or simply that the running order and the musicians are.

Live Music: Lighthouse
2025-10-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Empire Theatre, 321 Front Street, Belleville
Lighthouse burst on the scene in 1969, with an explosive sound that defied all conventions.
Back home in Toronto, their free concerts at Nathan Phillip’s Square attracted up to one hundred thousand people. From 1970 to 1976 Lighthouse toured three hundred days a year across North America with an emphasis on Canadian concerts in the cities, towns and small hamlets of every province.
Reunited in 1990, Lighthouse continues to tour regularly featuring original co-founder Paul Hoffert leading an all-star line-up that includes original member Russ Little with Chris Howells, Simon Wallis, Michael Stuart, Doug Moore, Don Paulton, Paul DeLong, Marc Ganetakos, James Naro and dynamic lead vocalist Dan Clancy.

Act Locally: One-Act Plays by Local Playwrights
2025-10-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Theatre in the Wings, 30 Bridge Street East, Belleville, K8N 1L6
Join us for three engaging and entertaining one-act plays by local playwrights brought to life by some of the region’s finest actors.
The Quinte Region is fast becoming a hotbed of play writing excellence…and we’ve got the proof. From bittersweet to poignant to laugh-out-loud funny, these three plays by Belleville playwrights are sure to have our audiences talking about them long after they’ve left the theatre.
“Driving” by Steve Billinger is timely and masterfully written with dialogue as sharp as a knife. It’s an intense tour de force throwing two disparate men together in a sometimes uncomfortable conversation that neither one can escape from.
“The Business Behind Us” by Matthew Sheahan is deceptively complex. With finely drawn characters, it’s both a modern morality tale and a mystery wrapped in a seemingly ordinary family story.
“After Graduation” by Beth Milligan is short and sweet and as funny as…well…you’ll just have to see it. A master of writing plays that are fun for both actors and audiences, Beth has truly outdone herself with this one.
Support local theatre and local writers. See all three plays for one price. That’s a bargain.
Tickets are $25 on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/act-locally-tickets-1613028925939

Light For Veterans Golf Tournament
2025-10-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Trillium Wood Golf Club, Hwy 37, Belleville
Please join us for the 1st Annual LFV Charity Golf Event in support of Veterans and First Responders at Trillium Wood Golf Club in Belleville.
Registration: https://lightforveterans.ca/bay-of-quinte-2025
See you there!
