Your Guide to the City’s Must-See Entertainment.
October 2 – 3, 2026 | Set against the natural beauty of Henley Island, the Cicada Music & Arts Festival returns to Niagara for an immersive weekend of sound, creativity, and connection. Taking place October 2–3, 2026, in St. Catharines, this two-day celebration invites music...
April 17 – December 19, 2026 | The Foster Festival returns in 2026 with its signature blend of warmth, wit and human connection, offering theatre‑goers in St. Catharines and beyond a delightful season of new works and beloved comedies. Celebrating the spirit of community and the...
April 15, 22, 23, 25, and 26, 2026 | The Just for Laughs Road Tour 2026 is set to turn April into a month of unstoppable laughter across Ontario. As an extension of the world-renowned Just for Laughs brand, this touring showcase brings together a...
August 2–9, 2026 | The Royal Canadian Henley Regatta, returning from August 2–9, 2026, continues its legacy as one of the world’s most prestigious rowing events. Held annually at the historic Martindale Waterways in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, the Regatta draws thousands of athletes, coaches,...
January 28 to April 16, 2026 | For 100 years, the Harlem Globetrotters have redefined what it means to be entertained on a basketball court. Blending elite athletic skill with comedy, creativity and heart, this legendary team has become a global symbol of joy, unity...
To April 2026 | Port Colborne is bringing back a heart-warming tradition of free family-friendly entertainment with its Ultimate Family Night at Vale series, presented in partnership with the YMCA of Niagara. Running once a month from October to April, these evenings at the Vale...
January – December 2026 | The City of St. Catharines is extending an invitation to local poets to apply for the role of Poet Laureate as part of its year-long celebration of the city’s 150th anniversary. This honorary appointment, running from January 2026 to December...
October 3, 2025 - June 21, 2026 | Niagara Symphony Orchestra (NSO) welcome their audience back to the concert hall with an exciting 2025-2026 Season! The 2025-2026 concert season represents a new year of varied programming, spectacular guest artists and passionate performances by your Niagara...
Nestled in the heart of Ontario’s Niagara Region, the communities of St. Catharines, Thorold, Pelham, Welland, and their surrounding areas come alive year-round with a dynamic calendar of festivals and community events. From cultural celebrations and music festivals to seasonal markets and family-friendly fairs, this...
St. Catharines and the Niagara Region offer a vibrant arts scene, with a variety of theatre, music, and dance performances year-round. The FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre (PAC) in downtown St. Catharines is a cultural hub, hosting everything from Broadway-style musicals and classical concerts to contemporary...
