Calendar

It’s date time…as in, circle it, add it to the calendar on your phone, whatever it takes to remind you to plan your visit to BruceGreySimcoe!  And, take care of it all ahead of time - event tickets, accommodations and reservations at your favourite (or soon to be favourite!) eateries.

Check out the calendar for events across the region, ranging from music to arts and culture, sports events, heritage celebrations, nature and fireworks. 

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Thursday, 9/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

True or False: The Fun Science Exhibition

In this travelling exhibit from Sherbrooke Museum of Nature and Science (QC) opening at the BCM&CC on May 16, tap into your inner skeptic on a...
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Wednesday, 9/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

Downtown Port Elgin Farmers' & Artisan Market

NEW LOCATION, even bigger and better!! Join us every Wednesday for fresh produce, local meats, specialty foods, artisan made goods. Grab a bit and...
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Thursday, 12/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Come meet the Viking sheep of Iceland! - Farm Tours at Kimber Valley Farms

Come Meet the Viking Sheep of Iceland! Learn about these amazing animals and their incredible wool. We’re excited to have you meet our unique...
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Thursday, 8/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Shadows and Stone: Evening Experience

Watch the sparks fly in the blacksmith shop. Roast bannock on a stick. Hear the creatures of the Wye River stir to life. Sip tea by the crackling...
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Monday, 8/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

Midweek in the Village

Midweek Music Series: Ease into your weekday evenings with our Midweek Music Series, a laid-back journey of musical discovery on the Subaru Stage ...
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Monday, 8/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

Summer Museum Tours

No preregistration required! Explore the rich history of Bruce County this summer with our guided Museum tours! During this 45-minute tour...
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Wednesday, 8/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Cultural Demonstrations

Discover cultural traditions and explore the richness of Indigenous heritage in the region. These demonstrations will cover a variety of topics...
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Wednesday, 8/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wonderful Wildlife Shows

Select dates through July & August | 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Get up close and personal with some of nature's most fascinating creatures this...
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Thursday, 8/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pop-up Summer Crafting Thursdays

Thursdays from July 4 – August 15 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Our drop-in summer crafting program invites guests of all ages to unleash their...
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Sunday, 7/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

From Pointless to Purpose: A Women's Kundalini Yoga Week Retreat

This one-week retreat is specially designed for women, inviting you to explore and harmonize your three minds. It’s more than just a retreat; it’s...
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Saturday, 7/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wiarton Lavender Festival

Join us for the 1st Annual Wiarton Lavender Festival at Bluewater Park on the beautiful shores of Colpoy’s Bay in Wiarton, Ontario. Free to get in,...
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Sunday, 7/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Brookside Festival of the Bay Sun, July 28 - New Zealand String Quartet with James Campbell

New Zealand String Quartet with James Campbell An evening of virtuosity awaits as the New Zealand String Quartet, accompanied by James Campbell,...
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Tuesday, 8/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

Dill Pickle Workshops

Join Adriene Mackenzie, of Adriene's Canning & Jamming for a pickle workshop jam-packed with fun, flavour, and helpful tips! This hands-on...
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Friday, 8/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

Emancipation Festival Speaker’s Corner – Friday, August 2

The Emancipation Festival, in partnership with Grey Roots Museum & Archives, invites you to a Speaker’s Corner event on August 2, 6 – 9 p.m. to...
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Friday, 8/5/2024 12:00:00 AM

Get Your Glow On! Yoga Retreat

You will glow from the inside out and feel radiant after three nights of stress free bliss. You will be guided through a series of meditation and...
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Saturday, 8/3/2024 12:00:00 AM

Emancipation Festival & Picnic – Saturday, August 3

Join us to celebrate the 162nd Owen Sound Emancipation Festival and the longest and continuous festival in North America! The Emancipation...
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Saturday, 8/3/2024 12:00:00 AM

Emancipation Festival After Party - featuring the Blackburn Brothers - Heartwood Hall (Saturday, August 3)

Get your groove on to live entertainment by the Blackburn Brothers - a band of brothers whose musical lineage traces back to R&B legend Bobby Dean...
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Saturday, 8/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wiarton Homecoming Weekend

A "For the Community/By the Community" fun-filled Festival of Activities, Events and Entertainment put on by local Service Clubs & Community...
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Saturday, 8/5/2024 12:00:00 AM

August Long Weekend at Blue

Prepare for an epic August Long Weekend at Blue Mountain Village! Featuring the dynamic performances of headlining artists SONSHINE & BROCCOLI and...
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Sunday, 8/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

Emancipation Festival Gospel Sunday – Sunday, August 4

The Emancipation Festival, in partnership with Grey Roots Museum & Archives, invites you to Gospel Sunday on August 6, 12 – 3 p.m. to celebrate 162...
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Tuesday, 8/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

Art of Healing with Arrole Lawrence

This workshop pulls skills together to navigate personal traumas, events and unpleasant situations that continue to have a negative effect on your...
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Wednesday, 8/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mindfulness Meditation: An Introduction

Explore a variety of meditation techniques to reduce stress, improve mood and find inner joy to help you get through anything life offers. Lose...
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Friday, 8/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

Yoga & Hike - The Essential Summer Retreat

Join Jenny for an inspiring weekend of Yoga, meditation, outdoor fun and personal transformation. Relax with the combination of gentle Yoga, and...
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Friday, 8/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

Music on the Bruce Summer Chamber Music Festival

Music on the Bruce is a summer festival that brings world-class classical chamber music performances to communities on and around the Bruce...
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Saturday, 8/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

Bruce Peninsula Multisport Race

The 14th annual BPMR sees soloists and teams tackle the Bruce Peninsula’s cliff-strewn shorelines, forests and waterways by paddling, mountain...
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Saturday, 8/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

Summer Symphony

Music-on-the-Bruce kicks off their summer season with a mesmerizing performance featuring a set of five songs for string quartet and voice by...
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Saturday, 8/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

Garden Tour

Visit three different gardens over two days. Essentially Lavender will be open for self-guided tours and will be doing lavender essential oil...
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Sunday, 8/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

Summer Cleanse Juice and Raw Food Detox Week

This is a week to get on track with healthier habits for your body, mind and spirit, and lose some stress with a break from the busyness of your...
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Wednesday, 8/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Felted Soap Workshop at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep and learn the art of wet felting! You will learn how to layer wool to form...
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Thursday, 8/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Symphony on the Pond

Toronto Concert Orchestra Founded in 2008 by the late Maestro Kerry Stratton, Toronto Concert Orchestra takes its place as Ontario's premiere...
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Thursday, 8/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

31st MNO Annual General Assembly

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Annual General Assembly (AGA) is Métis self-government in action. Every year, MNO leadership and citizens from...
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Friday, 8/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

Restore & Reset

In this two night retreat, Jenny Jackson will support you as you explore practises and strategies to calm and calibrate the central nervous system....
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Saturday, 8/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

The Wonderful World of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Welcome all wizards, witches and muggles! Have a fun day of shopping at our street vendors and stores. Fun for all ages!
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Friday, 8/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Brookside One World Music Festival August 23 & 24, 2024

Join us at the Multicultural One World Music Festival – Local talent will start things off on Friday night at Little Lake Park in Midland followed...
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Friday, 8/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

THE SHOW. - Walter's Falls Group of Artists

Fine Art Show and Sale - over 20 local artists original works - Painting - Sculpture - Wood - Metal - Ceramics and more All Original Work
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Saturday, 8/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Antique & Classic Car Show

Our Antique and Classic Car Show returns on Saturday August 24 from 11 a.m. - 3:00 p.m! This event is held in scenic Moreston Heritage Village...
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Saturday, 8/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Blues at Blue

Bringing the heart and soul of blues music to the mountains, immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience featuring the smooth sounds and...
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Saturday, 8/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Hopeville Kite Festival

Ontario’s largest kite festival. Located just west of Dundalk, the Hopeville kite festival offers a magical weekend of flight, music, food...
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Saturday, 8/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Natural Dyeing of Yarn & Roving at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep! Join us for a weekend of fun, learning, creating and dyeing! This is a 2...
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Monday, 8/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Harry Manx

National Folk Award nominated Canadian Singer-Songwriter and Record Maker, Jim Bryson, will be gracing our up close and intimate studio stage in...
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Tuesday, 8/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Canned Peaches Workshops

Join Adriene Mackenzie, of Adriene's Canning & Jamming for a canning workshop jam-packed with fun, flavour, and helpful tips! This hands-on...
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Wednesday, 8/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Felted Hot Tub / Sauna Hat Workshop at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep! This class is an intro to using a resist in wet felting to form a 3...
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Friday, 9/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

Sacred Journey Retreat with Liz Frost and Friends - 3 Nights

Retreat this long weekend on a sacred journey into a world full of natural ancient wisdom. The wisdom of your body and soul. Arrive with an open...
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Saturday, 9/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pirate Party presented by the Orillia BIA & Port of Orillia

Yo-ho! It's time to batten down ye hatches, because the "Pirates of the Orillian Sea" have their sights set on the City's Downtown & Waterfront...
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Saturday, 9/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

Summer Sundown

A spectacular send-off to Summer with the hottest concerts and entertainment in the Village, featuring headlining performers, THE CARPET FROGS...
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Friday, 9/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Nourish in Nature: A Weekend Yoga Retreat

This is a relaxing, restorative weekend including light journaling, restorative yoga and gentle Hatha. With constant changes, we learn to move with...
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Friday, 9/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Nourish in Nature: A Weekend Yoga Retreat

This is a relaxing, restorative weekend including light journaling, restorative yoga and gentle Hatha. With constant changes, we learn to move with...
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Saturday, 9/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Felted Gnome Workshop at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep and learn the art of needle felting! This class is an adult beginner level...
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Monday, 10/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival

The Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival happens every autumn from mid-September to mid-October. Meaford is invaded by scarecrows hanging from...
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Friday, 9/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Owen Sound Ribfest 2024

Owen Sound Ribfest 2024 Presented by Ontario Festival Group will take place at the Bayshore Community Centre convenient for area residents and...
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Friday, 9/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Silent Meditation Retreat with Liz Frost: 5 Day Retreat

Whether you are in need of some space to think and reflect or are looking to nurture yourself in a spiritual and peaceful environment, this silent...
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Saturday, 9/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Learn to Weave an Icelandic Wool Scarf / Shawl at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep! Learn to weave with Instructor, Cheryl Sheridan of The Barn Studio. Each...
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Saturday, 9/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tobermory Trail Race Weekend – Run The Edge

Trail run iconic sections of the Bruce Trail through Bruce Peninsula National Park, or take part in Ontario’s most unique trail run, the Flowerpot...
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Tuesday, 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tomato Salsa Workshop

Join Adriene Mackenzie, of Adriene's Canning & Jamming for a salsa workshop jam-packed with fun, flavour, and helpful tips! This hands-on...
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Thursday, 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

Art of Healing with Arrole Lawrence

This workshop pulls skills together in order to navigate personal traumas and unpleasant situations that have a negative effect on your thoughts...
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Friday, 9/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Calm Autumn - A Yoga Retreat

Are you starting your yoga journey, looking to deepen your practice, or simply want to partake in a slow-paced weekend getaway? This 2-night...
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Friday, 9/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF)

The Meaford International Film Festival (MIFF) showcases 6 award-winning films from around the world over 3 days. MIFF is the premier fundraiser...
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Friday, 9/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Heart Expansion with Horses

Heal and expand your heart with horses at this very special retreat. This weekend you will experience the power of the horse and empower yourself...
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Saturday, 9/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Harvest Fest

Kick off the fall season with food, fun, and music at Harvest Fest! Enjoy delicious foods prepared right here in Grey County with local...
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Friday, 9/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wellness Within: Mindful Movement and Meditation Retreat

This weekend getaway is an opportunity to create a space of wellness from the inside out by incorporating mindfulness practices of movement and...
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Saturday, 9/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Marine and Rail Model Show and Sale

Join the Community Waterfront Heritage Centre in Owen Sound to celebrate railroad and ship modelers at this inaugural event! This show and sale...
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Monday, 9/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Every child matters. On the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, we invite you to join us for a journey of...
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Friday, 10/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

The Essence of Breath

During this experiential and immersive breathing retreat, you will learn how our breath is intended to work and how modern stressors can impact it....
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Friday, 10/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

Autumn Leaves Studio Tour

The Autumn Leaves Studio Tour invite the public into their homes and studios during the studio tour weekend. You'll discover beautiful works in...
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Sunday, 10/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

Learn to Spin and Icelandic Yarn at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep! Using the lovely soft roving from our Icelandic sheep, we'll explore...
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Sunday, 10/6/2024 12:00:00 AM

Blue Mountains Bruce Trail 3rd Annual Music Hike and Bruce Trail Day

This year, we are combining our popular Annual Music Hike with Bruce Trail Day. Join us for this FREE event as you explore the Bruce Trail while...
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Tuesday, 10/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pierogi Workshop

Join Adriene Mackenzie, of Adriene's Canning & Jamming for a pierogi workshop jam-packed with fun, flavour, and helpful tips! This hands-on...
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Wednesday, 10/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

Felted Gnome Workshop at Kimber Valley Farms

Come join us on the farm for a workshop with our unique Icelandic sheep and learn the art of needle felting! This class is an adult beginner level...
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Friday, 10/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Grimm Grounds Hallowe'en Event

Grimm Grounds is a major Hallowe'en event located at the Georgian Bay Recreational Park featuring several attractions. The event consists of the...
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Saturday, 10/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

Thornbury Turkey Trot Run/Walk

Enjoy the fall in a family friendly Thanksgiving Walk/Run through the Beaver Valley in support of Rotary. Half Marathon, 10k, 5k 1k free kids run...
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Saturday, 10/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Hometown Harvest Festival

The Hometown Harvest Festival is back at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons Thanksgiving Weekend. Come celebrate the abundance of the fall season! Put...
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Thursday, 12/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

First Light

Now in its 24th year, Sainte-Marie’s First Light is a must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family-friendly activities, dynamic historical...
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