Porchfest Belleville
2025-09-27 12:45 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Old East Hill Belleville
Rotary Club of Belleville presents the 15th annual Porchfest Belleville, Saturday, September 27, 2025. This is a free family-oriented event.
Join us for the opening ceremony 12:45 pm at Glanmore National Historic Site, 257 Bridge Street East. Music at all venues starts at 1 pm until 4 pm.
Porchfest Belleville is a local celebration of music, where residents in the East Hill neighborhood perform on front porches to an audience that moves from house to house. Porchfest attracts dozens of performers and hundreds of spectators to this grassroots community event each year. A great way to explore East Hill while enjoying the talents of our local musicians.
Porchfest Code of Conduct:

Musicians play in either acoustic or “unplugged” manner
Treat everyone with respect, be mindful of private property and do not litter.
Please be aware of children regarding safety, language, smoking, and alcohol.
No smoking in front of venues.
Have fun

Follow the Thread Information Session
2025-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 | John M Parrott Art Gallery, 254 Pinnacle St, Belleville, K9N 2C4, Canada
Join us for a Follow the Thread Information Session with Artists Marta Smith and Debby Smith
Join the SheScapes Artists for an exploration of fibre art techniques, tools and materials.
Saturday, September 13, 2025:
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 27, 2025:
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Bring your questions and curiosity!
This is a free event, all are welcome.

“Follow the Thread” Information Session with Artists Marta Smith and Debby Smith at the Parrott Gallery
2025-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 | JOHN M. PARROTT ART GALLERY, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, K8N 3B1
Join us at the Parrott Gallery for “Follow the Thread”, an information session with “SheScapes” artists Marta Smith and Debby Smith on Saturday, September 27 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. in Gallery 2. This session will be an exploration of fibre art techniques, tools and materials. Bring your questions and curiosity! This is a free event, all are welcome. The “SheScapes” exhibition is on display in Gallery 2 from September 6 until October 4, 2025.

Porchfest AfterParty @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2025-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
Our 4th annual Porchfest After Party is back to keep the tunes going!
The tradition of singing around a campfire has existed for centuries. It’s a time when friends gather to share, laugh and make music. Musicians jamming together sharing stories, playing along where the mood takes them. Join us for this loosely curated evening of music as we listen, laugh and drink beer!
It’s become a tradition to have our friends Sparky and the Matchsticks are play our Porchfest After Party festivities and this year is no different! This crew of awesome musicians and friends came together for our first Porchfest After Party and we love having them back each year to continue the tradition.

Honeymoon Suite 2025 Tour
2025-09-27 19:30 - 22:30 | The Empire Theatre, 321 Front St, Belleville, Ontario, K8N 2Z9, Canada
Returning to The Empire Theatre! Seven studio albums, each with over 1 million copies sold. The original band performing better than ever!
“Feel It Again”, “New Girl Now”, “Wave Babies”, “Love Changes Everything” and more.
Honeymoon Suite 2025 Tour, don’t miss it!
Presented by: Blackrose Entertainment

Belleville Lions Daily BINGO
2025-09-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-29 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-30 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-01 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-02 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-03 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-04 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

Adult Chess Club
2025-09-29 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.

Late Summer Show at Gallery 121
2025-09-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-02 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 16:00 | 48 Bridge Street East, 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville, Ontario, K8N1L6
Our late Summer Show will include the eclectic work of our membership as well as the elegant carved woodwork of Marcin Stefanski. Featured Member Artist Elizabeth Fearon will join forces with Steve Armstrong in their show entitled “Small Meditations”. Steve will present interesting photographs of tiny objects while Elizabeth will display miniature carvings.
This show runs from August 26th to October 4th, with a Reception to meet the artists being held August 2-4 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

City of Belleville National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Event
2025-09-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Belleville Market Square
Sept. 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The City of Belleville will be hosting a special ceremony in Market Square beginning at 11 a.m. to honour this important event.
The ceremony will include remarks from Chief R. Don Maracle of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, musical performances by singer, songwriter, educator and artist from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory Jennifer Brant and husband, Kieran Edwards, as well as a Sacred Fire and special presentation by Fire Keeper Greg Loft. An ASL interpreter will be present for the event. Attendees are encouraged to wear orange in honour of Orange Shirt Day.
Those unable to attend the event are encouraged to recognize the day in other ways, by educating themselves, supporting local Indigenous organizations or causes, or participating in other events or activities.
Belleville Public Library has developed a variety of displays, book and resource lists, and borrowing collections which will be available in various digital and physical formats for patrons interested in learning more about Indigenous history, Truth and Reconciliation, and the horrific legacy of the Residential Schools in Canada. The Community Archives of Belleville and Hastings County have a number of resources online for those interested in learning more about local Indigenous history. More information on Truth and Reconciliation, including the Calls to Action, United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Residential School History and more, can be found on the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s website.
In addition to the Sept. 30 ceremony, the Belleville sign, Bridge Street Bridge and Fire Station #1 Memorial Garden will be lit in orange for the week. The flag at City Hall will also be lowered to half-staff as we remember and mourn all victims of the residential school system.
“Reconciliation is a shared journey—one that requires open, respectful, and ongoing dialogue,” said Mayor Neil Ellis. “Education plays a vital role, but it must be paired with listening, understanding and meaningful connection. I encourage all residents to use this day not only to learn and reflect, but to engage in conversations that deepen our relationships and contribute to our collective path toward truth, healing and reconciliation.”
For more information on the event, visit: Belleville.ca/TruthandRec.

The Social Spot
2025-09-30 13:30 - 15:30 | Belleville and Quinte West Community Health Centre: Belleville, 161 Bridge St. West, Belleville, Ontario, K8P 1K2
The Social Spot is a welcoming and inclusive, weekly drop-in group designed for individuals to gather, socialize, and engage in a variety of recreational activities. Starting May 6th!
Bring your knitting, crafts, colouring pages or any activities you might enjoy while chatting with the group!
Various activities and light refreshments will be provided by facilitators each week.
Tuesdays, Every week – 1:30-3:30pm
161 Bridge St. W – Unit One
Belleville, ON

Crochet Tuesdays
2025-09-30 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

Vinyl Listening Party @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2025-10-01 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

Wednesday Night Square Dancing
2025-10-01 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.

The Quinte Woodland Conference
2025-10-02 08:00 - 15:30 | Maranatha Church, 100 College Street West, Belleville, K8P 2G5
The theme of the conference is Tending Our Woodlands: The Rewards of Action.
The Quinte Woodlot Association is excited to resume what was formerly known as the Trenton Woodlot Conference, continuing its 30-year legacy under a new name: the Quinte Woodland Conference taking place on Thursday, October 2, 2025 in Belleville.
Presentations will include: Ethan Tapper, Keynote Speaker: How to Love a Forest Through Stewardship
Wildfires and How to Protect your Property
Biochar as a Soil Amendment
Affordable Harvesting: Cooperative Pilots
Succession Planning: You Can’t Take it with You
MNRF Forest Health Updates
Optional Field Trip
Register at www.ontariowoodlot.com/events
Cost includes a hot lunch.

Live Music: Cousin Gibbard Suede
2025-10-02 15:00 - 17:00 | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
Cousin Gibbard Suede brings his unique style and original tunes to the UpFront Cafe on the first Thursday of each month from 3 – 5 pm.
No cover
Licensed venue
Snacks and refreshments available

The Doodle Group
2025-10-03 10:30 - 12:30 | John M Parrott Art Gallery, 254 Pinnacle St, Belleville, K9N 2C4, Canada
Bring your creativity & supplies to this guided Doodle Group drawing session. You will be amazed at what you can create! Open to all skill levels.
Guided workshop – admission is free!
Space is limited so please register.
To register: email gallery@bellevillelibrary.ca or call 613-968-6731 x2040

Savour the Flavour
2025-10-04 12:00 - 15:00 | Belleville Downtown District, Front Street, Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Similar to the annually anticipated Savour the Chill, Savour the Flavour is the perfect chance to take in the beautiful fall season while enjoying an ultimate comfort dish. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. This tasting contest will see downtown restaurants compete for the People’s Choice Award voted by the public, and the Judges’ Choice Award, voted by our judges. Bring your own spoon or fork to the event.

Oktoberfest @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2025-10-04 12:00 - 22:00 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
Welcome to our 3nd Annual Oktoberfest festivities!
Beer, food, music and games! What more could you ask for?
The fun kicks off at 12pm and goes until closing time at 10pm.
Music:
2pm – 4pm – The Bees Knees
7pm – 9pm – Happy Ghost Gang
Beer – 16 beers on tap, including our Oktoberfest amber beer, Hayride. Hayride on tap! Not in the mood for a Hayride? Not to worry. We have County Cider, Three Dog wine and lots of non-alcoholic options.
Food – Hogg Food Co Truck & our soft pretzels and dip
Fun – Photo Booth, Stein Holding, Oktoberfest Trivia
For more information visit: https://www.meyerscreekbrewing.ca/events/octoberfest-2024-2/

Jazz at the Library with Howard Rees and Duncan Hopkins at the Parrott Gallery
2025-10-04 14:30 - 16:00 | JOHN M. PARROTT ART GALLERY, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, K8N 3B1
Join us at the Parrott Gallery on Saturday, October 4, at 2:30 p.m. for “Jazz at the Library” with Howard Rees and Duncan Hopkins. This free concert takes place in Gallery 1 and will feature Howard Rees on piano and Duncan Hopkins on bass. All are welcome to attend. Doors will open at 2:15 p.m. – arrive early to get your seat! Sponsored by the Music Performance Trust Fund and the Parrott Gallery.

Maestros Among Us!
2025-10-04 14:30 - 16:30 | 100 College St. West, Belleville, 100 College St. West, Belleville
Quinte Symphony’s season begins with a unique concert experience! Seven members of the orchestra step up to the podium to conduct their favourite pieces. From Mozart to Lord of the Rings – and everything in between! Save when you purchase advance or season tickets. Online tickets at Eventbrite, for further ticket info visit our website.
