Festival Hubs

Home to the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, this mostly-rural region invites outdoor adventures and cultural exploration.

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario between Toronto & Niagara Falls, Burlington offers lakeside strolls as well as galleries, cafes, and boutiques for visitors to explore.

Once known as Manitouana (“Garden of the Great Spirit”) by the Haudenosaunee, this region on the St. Lawrence River is a year-round destination.

Guelph, known as The Royal City and nestled between the Speed and Eramosa Rivers in Southwestern Ontario, is famed for world-class arts festivals.

Manitoulin Island, “Spirit Island” is a unique geographic feature that lies within the Great Lakes, and an arts and culture hub in Northeastern Ontario.

Perched against the Niagara Escarpment, the landscape captivates visitors with its stunning landscapes and historic villages, providing a haven for the artists that live there.

Located on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, Oakville’s lakeside charm makes it one of Ontario’s most sought-after spots to call home.

Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, offers impressive museums, galleries, and a wealth of festivals and cultural events. Nearby, Prescott and Russell offer charming rural landscapes and a burgeoning local culture and art scene.

“Bawating” as named by the Ojibwe people, is a gateway to the further-north, and a vibrant hub for arts and culture in Northern Ontario.

Scugog, a township bordering its eponymous lake, is a creative hub northeast of Toronto, featuring artisan workshops and performances for the perfect creative getaway.

The St. Catharines and Niagara region, bustling since the 1820s, has transformed into a thriving arts hub hosting several prominent arts destinations.

Stunning landscape meets unique history in Thunder Bay. Situated on Lake Superior, the city is rich with history, artists, and landmark institutions.

In Toronto, diverse neighborhoods and an iconic skyline set the stage for city-wide arts events that showcase community spirit.

Vaughan is a creative urban city that uniquely integrates art into its public realm, making art accessible to all.

The Windsor-Essex Region, a gateway to Ontario that borders the Detroit River, is a vibrant arts hub with historical ties to the Underground Railroad.