Community Events

Guelph Jazz Festival

It's almost time for one of Guelph's best music festivals: the Guelph Jazz Festival! Every year, some of the most talented jazz musicians from around the world descend on Guelph for a week of great music--and this year is no...

Elora & Fergus Studio Tour

If you've ever wanted to see how local artists live and work, now is your chance! Two weekends this fall, you'll get the chance to take a self-guided tour through the studios of many artists and local craftspeople. The majority...

Arboretum’s Annual Plant Sale

The Arboretum at the University of Guelph is renowned for its diverse species of plants. Bring them into your own backyard with the Arboretum's Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, September 12th! There will be a huge variety of shrubs and...

Guelph Ribfest

Guelph, Ribfest season is back! Visit Riverside Park for the 18th Annual Ribfest taking place August 28-30, 2015. What's great about this Ribfest is that it offers more than just ribs (there are plenty of those though, don't worry!). This...

Guelph Lake Triathlon and Duathlon

Looking to mix up your workout? Have you ever considered participating in a triathlon or duathlon? On Saturday, September 5th, join other local athletes at Guelph Lake Conservation Area as they compete in this popular triathlon and duathlon weekend. With...

Rockwood Family-friendly Tours

Do you consider yourself a geology buff? Expand your knowledge on this guided tour of the Rockwood area's unique geological history. Do you consider yourself a geology buff? Expand your knowledge on this guided tour of the Rockwood area's unique...

Elora Riverfest

Riverfest Elora returns this weekend to Elora's Bissell Park! In just seven years, Riverfest Elora has grown to become one of the best summer music festivals in the area. This year's festival features performances by Sam Roberts Band, Metric, Bruce...

Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Championship

The Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Championship is back! From August 5th through 9th, come and celebrate Canada's best fiddle players at the Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex. This year's festival features performances by Kelli Trottier, Linsey and Tyler Beckett and...

Celebrate Fergus’ Scottish roots at the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games!

Come on out to the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games and celebrate Fergus' Scottish roots! This year marks the festival's 69th year since beginning in 1946. Activities include readings, live music, caber (tree) tossing, kids' activities, workshops and, of...

Free Community Swim in Guelph

Do you have a family member that is never happier than when they're swimming in a pool? Then you won't want to miss out on the free community swims at public pools across Guelph! This summer, Tim Hortons and the...