The Best Annual Festivals and Events in Peterborough & the Kawarthas
Peterborough has festivals and events all year round. Discover all the ways to celebrate culture and community with this complete list!
Ontario Festivals
The Best Music Festivals in Ontario: Mark Your Calendar With Festivals in Every Season!
The music festival scene in Ontario is an exciting one to say the least, largely because there’s a little something for everybody. Longtime Ultimate Ontario contributor and music reporter Liisa Ladouceur is here to walk you through what’s on offer in terms of Ontario music festivals! Music festivals in Ontario have something for fans of …
Ten Unforgettable Ways To Celebrate Lunar New Year In Toronto This Year
Discover the ultimate guide to celebrating Lunar New Year in Toronto! Immerse yourself in the rich traditions and festive atmosphere as we unveil the top events, cultural hotspots, and culinary delights to make your Lunar New Year unforgettable in the heart of Toronto. Each year across the globe, the Lunar New Year marks an important …
The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights, Canada’s Largest Light Festival, is Always Worth the Trip!
The Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights recently wrapped up their 41st year. They had 51 nights of twinkling lights and 26 nights of spectacular fireworks. It’s the perfect excuse to head to Niagara Falls in the colder months, and to take in a show like no other. This iconic festival has become a beloved …
illumi Mississauga: Come Witness the Largest Light Show on the Planet
illumi Mississauga is a dazzling light show that aims to provide a little something for everyone. Explore their “universes” at your own pace, and leave with no shortage of fantastic photos and great memories. Cavalia, the largest Canadian-owned cultural enterprise, certainly shoots for the stars with illumi Mississauga. When we pulled into the parking lot …
A First Timer’s Guide to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
The Toronto International Film Festival, often called simply “TIFF,” is one of the largest and most important film festivals on the planet, often attracting over half a million people annually. For those who haven’t had a chance to see what TIFF is all about, Ultimate Ontario contributor Liisa Ladouceur put together this remarkably helpful first …
Stratford Welcomes World-class Puppet Artists and Musicians for the World in a Weekend Festival This Summer
If you want to experience a joyous, upbeat celebration of puppetry and music, then look no further than the World in a Weekend Festival happening this summer in Stratford, Ontario There always seems to be something going on in the city of Stratford, and this August is no different. Stratford will be welcoming the World …
Everything You Need to Know About Hamilton’s Barton Village Festival
The Barton Village Festival is a showcase for local talent and eats, and a fun, casual atmosphere to appreciate the power of community. Recently, we were in Hamilton to attend a performance at the Theatre Aquarius and to get better acquainted with FrancoFEST, the largest celebration of Francophone art and culture on the Niagara Peninsula. …
Winter in Ontario – Amazing Activities to Take The Chill Off Ontario Winters
Discover the best ways to spend winter in Ontario with Ultimate Ontario’s ultimate guide to cold-weather fun. From skate trails to dogsledding, craft brews to good chews. Here’s how to enjoy Ontario’s winter months. Winter in Ontario offers an epic wonderland of adventure. From outdoor adventures to indoor relaxation, the chilly winter months are a …
Rolling Stones | Unzipped in Kitchener Offers an Intimate Look at the Life and Times of This Legendary Band
The Rolling Stones | Unzipped is a one-of-a-kind exhibit focused on the life and times of one of the world’s most legendary rock bands. Following engagements in the United States, Australia, and Asia, the Rolling Stones | Unzipped exhibit has made its way to the city of Kitchener in western Ontario. Housed in the magnificent …