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Picton Town Hall Farmers’ Market
Picton Town Hall 2 Ross Street, PictonThe Picton Town Hall Farmers’ Market is a community-focused market that provides access to locally produced and grown products while supporting local growers and producers in ways that encourage ecological and community sustainability.
Eye2Eye Film Festival
Victoria Hall Concert Hall, 55 King Steet West, Cobourg 55 King Street West, CobourgThe Eye2Eye International Film Festival celebrates the best of contemporary cinema with its annual spring event at the beautiful and historic Victoria Hall in Cobourg. Weekend passes available at adult and child rates.
Get a Move On with Allison Nichol Longtin (Ages 5-8)
County Arts Lab 206 Main Street, Unit 2E, PictonIn this 4-week dance workshop series with artist facilitator Allison Nichol Longtin, our imaginations will be our guides. No technique here, only age-appropriate dance games, structured improvisations, and fun moving to different kinds of music.
Centre Hastings Outdoor Show
Madoc Arena & Fairgrounds 45 Cooper Road, MadocCome to the Madoc Arena for the Centre Hastings Outdoor Show. Professional Angler Ashley Rae will be on hand Saturday morning at 10:00am. There are lots of activities for kids and you can shop the local businesses of Hastings and Peterborough Counties.
Codrington Farmers’ Market
2992 County Rd. 30 2992 County Rd. 30, CodringtonWe are the only market in the area with Sunday hours, and the only truly rural location. Our market is in the heart of agricultural land and our vendors showcase their locally grown produce surrounded by farms.
Colours in Motion at Arts on Main Gallery
Arts on Main Gallery 223 Main Street, PictonAs spring gradually morphs into summer, The County starts displaying its glorious show of vast green fields, sparkling waters, and blooming gardens. The streets and businesses start filling with people wanting to experience the beauty this region offers. It’s also why the artists of Arts On Main Gallery chose to title their latest show, Colours in Motion.
ANDARA Gallery Presents: Gestures
Andara Gallery 54 Wilson Road, Bloomfield, Prince Edward CountyANDARA Gallery – celebrating it’s 5th Anniversary in Prince Edward County - presents “GESTURES”, the latest solo exhibition of works by Canadian fine art encaustic painter, Andrew Csafordi. The exhibition runs from May 15th-August 31st.
Get a Move On with Allison Nichol Longtin (Ages 9-12)
County Arts Lab 206 Main Street, Unit 2E, PictonIn this 4-week dance workshop series with artist facilitator Allison Nichol Longtin, our imaginations will be our guides. No technique here, only age-appropriate dance games, structured improvisations, and fun moving to different kinds of music.
When We Were Young and Unafraid
Firehall Theatre 213 Second Street, CobourgAs the feminist revolution gains momentum outside of her tiny world, Agnes is forced to confront her own presumptions about the women she has spent her life trying to help. This play by Sarah Treem, directed by Anne-Marie Bouthillette, will resonate for an audience seeking theatre that challenges and provokes.
The Sound of Music at Pinnacle Playhouse
The Pinnacle Playhouse 256 Pinnacle Street, BellevilleThe Sound of Music is Rodgers and Hammerstein’s final collaboration. Set at the beginning of WWII, it is based on the true story of the Von Trapp family who lived in Austria and escaped the scourge of the Nazis. This incredible production has it all: romance, comedy, intrigue, adventure, suspense, and high drama – all of which come together with the exquisite music score that is still beloved the world over.
Eastside Secondary School Presents The Wizard of Oz
Eastside Secondary School 275 Farley Avenue, Belleville, OntarioEastside Secondary School’s Musical Theatre presents the well-loved 1939 classic musical The Wizard of Oz. Tickets for the production are now available to purchase online at Eventbrite or, if families prefer paper tickets, these are being sold in the main office at ESS.
County School of Dance 15th Anniversary Showcase
The Regent Theatre 224 Main Street, PictonCounty School of Dance presents their 15th Anniversary celebration "Spring Showcase 2024". Students age 3 -17 perform award winning pieces in jazz, lyrical, tap, ballet, hip hop and musical theatre. The highlight of the afternoon is the new production of "Aladdin" featuring students of all ages.
Busking with Legere and Smit Acoustic Duo
Old Church Theatre 940 Bonisteel Rd., TrentonThe Legere and Smit Acoustic Duo performs a unique repertoire of folk, swing, ragtime, country and blues. Their diverse musical background and merging of styles creates an engaging performance which features seamless blending of intricate picking and fingerstyle guitar.
The 555X Base31 Annual Pride Party
Base31 343 County Rd. 22, PictonThis year, 555 Brewing Co. is teaming up with Base31 for our Annual Pride Party. Join your hosts, Nat & Matt, alongside our local County queen Ethan, and the fabulous performers Lucy Flawless, Heaven-lee Hytes, and Perla. Local producers Stock & Row and Wildlot will be on-site to quench your thirst with delightful beverages. Dance the night away with DJ Ombudsman as we celebrate Pride in the County!