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Plan now to visit BruceGreySimcoe for a summer of total fun - before arriving, buy event tickets online, check the Promotions page then book your accommodation and, if needed, make reservations at local restaurants. 

Smaller community events are a big part of living in BruceGreySimcoe. Check out the list below for community events across the region, ranging from music to arts and culture, heritage celebrations, nature and fireworks. Staff at local information centres can help out, too, with their insider knowledge of their communities.

Date: 15 May, 2025 - 01 Sep, 2025 Community: Southampton
Category: Arts & Heritage

Disheveling! An ExtraordinHAIRY Exhibition May 15 – September 1 Members See it First - May 15 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM PLUS: Snacks, crafts, and e... Learn More

Date: 31 May, 2025 Community: Thornbury
Category: Arts & Heritage, Family

The Gallery at L.E. Shore is excited to partner with Magic of Children in the Arts for an upcoming exhibit showcasing the creative works of Beaver ... Learn More

Date: 31 May, 2025 - 01 Sep, 2025 Community: Southampton
Category: Arts & Heritage

HOMAGE: Inspired by Outstanding Canadian Women May 31 – September 1 Exhibit Opening May 31 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM FREE to attend; All are welcom... Learn More

Date: 05 Jun, 2025 Community: Owen Sound
Category: Music

Enjoy the final 2025 Our Roots Are Showing concert at Grey Roots Museum! Celebrate Summerfolk’s 50th with a special Youth Discoveries showcase, fea... Learn More

Date: 06 Jun, 2025 Community: Southampton
Category: Arts & Heritage

School’s Out Movies June 6 | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM When school is out, join us for a movie day with free popcorn! Sit back in the Bruce Power Thea... Learn More

Date: 07 Jun, 2025 Community: Southampton
Category: Arts & Heritage

Museums are a DRAG!: An Evening of Drag June 7 | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Celebrate Pride Month while enjoying inspiring drag performances from som... Learn More

Date: 07 Jun, 2025 Community: Kincardine
Category: Family

A fun-filled evening to kick-off summer? It's right here! Bring your family, bring your friends, and bring your lawn chairs to see Strange World... Learn More

Date: 07 Jun, 2025 Community: Stayner
Category: Family, Music, Outdoor

Trail Tunes is a regional event that connects communities by trail and by song with 12 concerts at 3 trailhead locations. A Top 100 Festival in On... Learn More

Date: 08 Jun, 2025 Community: Meaford
Category: Music

An unforgettable evening of chamber music featuring pianist Daniel Vnukowski, violinist Michael Schulte, and cellist David Hetherington. The progra... Learn More

Date: 14 Jun, 2025 Community: Thornbury
Category: Arts & Heritage

The Gallery at L.E. Shore is thrilled to welcome instructor Chari-Lynn Reithmeier for a fun and mindful Zentangle workshop! Zentangle is an easy... Learn More

Date: 14 Jun, 2025 Community: Collingwood
Category: Family, Outdoor

Walk for Pets is the largest fundraiser event for the Georgian Triangle Humane Society, supporting pivotal programs and services that help give ani... Learn More

Date: 19 Jun, 2025 Community: Midland
Category: Arts & Heritage, Family, Outdoor

Sainte-Marie has been hosting this dynamic, education-focused celebration of Indigenous cultures for decades. Come and learn directly from First Na... Learn More

Date: 20 Jun, 2025 Community: Midland
Category: Arts & Heritage, Family

Discover this fantastic free online event and further your own learning about First Nations and Métis cultures! With workshops, seminars and demons... Learn More

Date: 21 Jun, 2025 Community: Midland
Category: Agriculture, Arts & Heritage, Family, Outdoor, Sports

A brand new event with lacrosse legend Jim Calder and pro player Chris Boushy of the Toronto Rock! Get hands-on instructional training from some of... Learn More

Date: 21 Jun, 2025 Community: Stayner
Category: Family, Outdoor, Sports

OH. MY. DAWG!! The Ruff Mudder - it’s a very muddy 5.5 km dog obstacle adventure for you and your dog over, under and around 90+ obstacles. Travers... Learn More

Date: 21 Jun, 2025 - 30 Aug, 2025 Community: Kincardine
Category: Arts & Heritage, Family, Music

Every Saturday evening at 8 p.m. in lakeside downtown Kincardine is the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band's Saturday Night Parade. Starting on June ... Learn More

Date: 24 Jun, 2025 - 26 Jun, 2025 Community: Clarksburg
Category: Arts & Heritage, Family, Music

Norm Foster's comedic gem delivers joy and fun. Witness a novelist and his long-time maid unravel their lives in a witty and heartwarming conversat... Learn More

Date: 27 Jun, 2025 Community: Kincardine
Category: Family

Classic cars, special interest vehicles, and motorcycles are all welcome to join us on Queen Street in Downtown Kincardine. There's free admissi... Learn More

Date: 27 Jun, 2025 Community: Southampton
Category: Arts & Heritage

Baking Workshop with Niv Menon-Saberi: Indo-Persian Treats & Chai June 27 -2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Celebrate Multiculturalism Day by joining creativ... Learn More

Date: 09 Jul, 2025 Community: Collingwood
Category: Music

Kicking off the Collingwood Music Festival 2025 in grand style, the legendary Canadian Brass brings their signature blend of virtuosity, charm, and... Learn More

Date: 10 Jul, 2025 - 21 Aug, 2025 Community: Wiarton
Category: Music, Outdoor

Join us for the First Annual Bluewater Blues & Folk Festival, an unforgettable summer concert series set against the stunning backdrop of Colpoy’s ... Learn More

Date: 11 Jul, 2025 Community: Southampton
Category: Arts & Heritage

Homage by Donald Stuart: Artist Talk July 11 | 7:00 PM Join us for an artist-led presentation of our exhibit Homage: Inspired by Outstanding ... Learn More

Date: 12 Jul, 2025 Community: Meaford
Category: Sports

Support the Meaford Hospital Foundation on Saturday July 12, 2025 Meaford Harbour 5Km Run/Walk / Free Kid's Run. Enjoy the beautiful views of Georg... Learn More

Date: 12 Jul, 2025 - 13 Jul, 2025 Community: Owen Sound
Category: Agriculture, Family, Outdoor

Visit 8 beautiful gardens throughout Grey and Bruce, from Red Bay to Big Bay, to Owen Sound and Holland Centre. Ranging from large public gardens t... Learn More

Date: 24 Jul, 2025 - 04 Aug, 2025 Community: Collingwood
Category: Arts & Heritage, Family, Outdoor

Shakespeare's bittersweet pastoral play presented outdoors at the Collingwood Shipyards Amphitheatre in a 90-minute, family-friendly format. Dre... Learn More

Date: 25 Jul, 2025 Community: Walkerton ON
Category: Outdoor

Enjoy a guided tour of the Botanical Gardens along with a catered picnic lunch. Learn More

Date: 26 Jul, 2025 Community: Meaford
Category: Family

Join us for the largest pet event north of Toronto - now at the Meaford Community Centre & Arena! This festival is a must-see for all pet enthusias... Learn More

Date: 31 Jul, 2025 - 04 Aug, 2025 Community: Ripley
Category: Arts & Heritage, Culinary (Food & Wine), Family, Music, Outdoor, Sports

Whether you're a long-time Ripley resident, a returning local or a first-time visitor, there’s something for everyone during this incredible weeken... Learn More

Date: 02 Aug, 2025 - 03 Aug, 2025 Community: Wiarton
Category: Agriculture, Family, Outdoor, Sports

The Peninsula Home & Lifestyle Expo is the premier event for home and lifestyle enthusiasts in the Bruce Peninsula. This curated event will feature... Learn More

Date: 08 Aug, 2025 - 09 Aug, 2025 Community: Meaford, ON
Category: Music

Daniel Lanois, the highly acclaimed producer, musician, songwriter, and vocalist, is set to return to Ontario for a series of rare live performance... Learn More

Date: 09 Aug, 2025 Community: Stayner
Category: Arts & Heritage

The Gathering is the largest Canadian Classic Aircraft and Classic car event. We invite all classic and interesting aircraft and cars to the event.... Learn More

Date: 15 Aug, 2025 - 17 Aug, 2025 Community: Wiarton
Category: Outdoor

Welcome to the ultimate End of Summer Adults Only Retreat! Get ready for a all-inclusive getaway where you can indulge in rejuvenating activities, ... Learn More

Date: 23 Aug, 2025 Community: Creemore
Category: Culinary (Food & Wine), Music

A celebration of the brewery, the town and the beer. Join us in downtown Creemore for live music, great food and drinks! Don't miss the local arti... Learn More

Date: 27 Aug, 2025 Community: Blue Mountains
Category: Music

Studio 79 is excited to welcome back “Mysticssippi” blues man, Harry Manx. Harry in our up close and intimate space is a real treat. Harry Manx ... Learn More

Date: 25 Sep, 2025 Community: Kincardine
Category: Culinary (Food & Wine)

A true celebration of Kincardine and the fall harvest with a 5 course meal prepared by Kincardine restaurants, served al fresco on Harbour street w... Learn More

Date: 04 Dec, 2025 - 07 Dec, 2025 Community: Meaford
Category: Culinary (Food & Wine), Family, Holiday, Music, Outdoor

Christmas On The Bay is an enchanting four day outdoor European-style Christmas market with live music and entertainment, local artisan vendors, al... Learn More