Downtown Belleville is gearing up to host its second Buskerfest, an extraordinary event that promises a dazzling array of performances by world-class entertainers, alongside many local talents. This vibrant festival is set to captivate audiences of all ages, showcasing the unique artistry of busking while creating an electric atmosphere that celebrates creativity, skill, and community.
The Belleville Dragon Boat Festival will be taking place on Saturday August 24, 2024 at Victoria Park in Belleville! This year, a portion of proceeds will be going to support Gleaners Food Bank (Quinte) and the Salvation Army! Dragon boat club teams and teams from the local community are all welcome to participate in the fun! We’re happy to offer instruction before the festival to members of our community teams who want to practise before the big day! Registration forms can be found here: https://www.bellevilledragonboatclub.com/downloadFiles/BDBC%20Registration%20Pkg%20Apr%202024.pdf Spectators are more than welcome to come and see the races! We encourage spectators to come early in the day to guarantee being able to see a race and to bring along a donation for the Gleaners Food Bank if they are able! A silent auction in support of BDBC and food vendors will be present at the festival.
Gleaners Food Bank is holding a Yard Sale and needs donations. New this year, book a space for $25 per table or have a trunk/boot sale. Call for details 613 962-9043. Donations can be dropped off at 25 Wallbridge Crescent from 9 AM to 3 PM. Come purchase items at the two day yard sale; proceeds will support Gleaners Food Bank.
On Saturday, August 24, 10 am – 1 pm, drop by the lobby of Belleville Public Library for our Friends of the Library (FOL) Book Sale! Books for all ages will be available. Proceeds of FOL book sales year-round go towards supporting our library’s free programs and services that we offer to the community.
Gallery 121 is delighted to present their upcoming “Hot Summer Show” running from July 16th – August 24th. Our two Guest Artists for this event are Vaishali Vats, ( Her show is entitled “The ustic Rangriez”) a Zen painter who previously displayed her works in New Delhi . Joining Vaishali is Pam Baily Brown, a ceramic artist, whose beautiful glazes adorn interesting designs. Our Featured Member Artist is Ilse Nel Landers. In her show “Allure of the Landscape” she manages to capture the beauty and power of the natural world in her images. Please join us for a reception on Saturday July 20th, from 2 – 4 p.m. to meet Ilse, Pam ,Vaishali and our other eclectic Member Artists. The walls and plenths will be alive with a beautiful and interesting range of colourful works.
Opening on Saturday, July 27, Parrott Gallery welcomes Lisa Ferguson’s exhibit Whispers of the Wild. As one of our Parrott Shop artists, you will recognize Lisa’s engaging illustrative style in these mixed media pieces. Lisa‘s work is deeply rooted in her wonder of Ontario’s natural beauty. Of course, her very popular cards and prints will be available to purchase as well. On display in the Corridor Gallery from July 27 to September 14, 2024
This Annual event is at the RiverFront Square in downtown Trenton at 2 Dundas Street. West. The event is held in honor of the late Blair Smith, an avid fisherman who loved all things related to fishing and spent many hours enjoying the sport with his children, Kristen and Anthony.
What’s Happening? Bring your unused or unwanted art supplies to the QAC anytime until August 23rd. Then, on August 24th, grab your reusable bags and explore a treasure trove of materials! From yarn and paint to canvases and gems, we accept it all. Let’s promote sustainability in the arts community together! If you have any questions about what can be donated and how to “shop” the swap email us at qac@quinteartscouncil.org How to Participate: Donate: Drop off your supplies at the QAC. Discover: Find new treasures for your next masterpiece. Connect: Meet fellow artists and share creative ideas. Let’s reduce, reuse, and create!
Pop-ups on the Bay is back for the sixth season! Loads of great vendors, located on the beautiful Bay of Quinte. See all of the vendors on our site. The 2024 season will run from May 31 through September 15th. Hours of Operation Friday, May 31, 2024 – 11 am-7 pm May 31 to June 25, 2024 Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11 am-7 pm June 26 to September 2, 2024 Wednesday to Sunday 11 am-7 pm September 6 & 13 (Friday) 11 pm-7 pm September 7, 8, 14 & 15 (Saturday & Sunday) 11 am – 7 pm OPEN ALL HOLIDAY MONDAYS 11 am – 7 pm September 15, 2024 LAST DAY OF POP-UPS
The forest festival is an arts Festival celebrating folk music, nature based art, and rural life on a 76 acre horse farm just north of Belleville, Ontario. This festival will take you from field to forest, meandering trails lined with nature based art installations between the main performance space. This family friendly event offers a wide variety of activities on the farm and in the forest. The music lineup will feature both local and touring artists showcasing a wide variety of folk and traditional music. There will be a charity component to our festival with 10% of ticket sales and 10% of sponsorship we get will go to Chorus of Courage. Chorus of Courage is a transformative project created by Cindy Doire, a psychotherapist, trauma informed yoga instructor, and recording artist from Northern Ontario. This initiative empowers survivors of violence by honouring their stories through music. By creating a supportive space for sharing experiences, survivors and songwriters collaborate to turn these narratives into songs. Allies then echo these songs in a powerful call-and-response format, fostering empathy and solidarity. The project combines retreats, collective songwriting, and professional recordings to capture and share these deeply personal stories, aiming to inspire positive change, elevate awareness, and build a culture of respect and support. Through Chorus of Courage, we advocate for a world where all voices are heard, honoured, and empowered.
Toby Farrell is a Belleville based singer, songwriter, and actor. With roots in rock, R&B, and folk music, he performs at venues throughout the region and has been very fortunate to collaborate with a number of the incredibly talented artists in Belleville. Most recently, he appeared in the Belleville Theatre Guild’s production of the Sound of Music.
Our group will be performing a fundraising concert for the Gleaners Foodbank Quinte. Please come out and listen to an outstanding concert band and support a worthy cause. The concert is FREE but please consider donating to a local charitable organization.
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