Lighting up the Year of the Snake, the Lunar Lanterns present six artists with unique stories. Featuring artists of different cultural backgrounds, each piece reflects a connection with the snake and this year’s theme: Fluidity in Diversity. Discover stories through arts and culture with this lantern installation at Varley Art Gallery. Learn more at lunarfestgta.ca.
Ontario Premiere! Embark on a musical odyssey with the captivating rhythms of SUBA Trio. Blending the rich traditions of Afro-Cuban and West African music SUBA Trio marks the second collaboration between Omar Sosa, a seven-time GRAMMY-nominated Cuban pianist, composer and bandleader, and Seckou Keita, kora master and singer from Senegal. Joined by Gustavo Ovalles, a […]
Sensational ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro has taken the four-string, two-octave instrument to places no one has gone before! Whether it’s jazz, rock, blues, bluegrass, folk, or even classical he continues to prove that there isn’t a style of music that he can’t play. In addition to his impeccable musicianship, Jake is also a gifted storyteller, […]
Calling all maple lovers! Explore the magic of maple. From baking sweet treats to touring the log cabin, campers will embark on a sweet journey focusing on a Canadian favourite – maple syrup! $80 per child, ages 6-12. Pre-registration required online at townofws.ca/active using Barcode 34918.
Starring Colin Mochrie (of Whose Line is It Anyway?) and Asad Mecci (World Renowned Hypnotist) An international success story, HYPROV (pronounced hip-rawv) continues to make waves after its sold-out Canadian tour earlier this year and Off- Broadway run in 2022. The live show, which has been called a “celebration of the human imagination” by The […]
Start off the Year of the Snake with arts, culture, and storytelling! LunarFest is bringing crafts workshops and stories of the snake to Varley Art Gallery. Sit down and unleash your creativity with our free, family-friendly workshops. Take a walk down to the McKay Art Centre for a mini artist market featuring local artists with […]
Join us at the McKay Art Centre for a mini artist market! LunarFest invites local artists to share their original creations, from prints, stickers, jewelry, and more. Free admission, open from 10am-5pm. Learn more at lunarfestgta.ca.
Indulge in an evening of soulful melodies and jazz-infused harmonies with Caity Gyorgy. Led by the incomparable Caity Gyorgy, this ensemble invites audiences on a sonic journey filled with passion and improvisation. With each note, they weave a tapestry of emotion, blending traditional jazz with contemporary flair to create a timeless and evocative sound. Joined […]
Children will listen to an interactive reading of ‘Love Monster’ written by Rachel Bright, go on a mini scavenger hunt, make a themed craft and enjoy a snack. $10 per child, ages 2-5. Required adult chaperone free of charge. Pre-registration required online at townofws.ca/active using Barcode 35112.
Prepare to be transported into a world of grace, elegance, and emotive storytelling with ProArteDanza - The 9th! This contemporary masterpiece provides an immersive experience that captures the essence of freedom and resilience witnessed during the fall of the Berlin Wall set to the music of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy. Led by the renowned ProArteDanza […]
Visit the Museum for Family Day fun! Enjoy a horse & wagon ride and demonstrations from a blacksmith! Tour the Museum, visit the newly-restored Schoolhouse, explore new exhibits, create crafts, and more! All ages, FREE event.
Join us for the first Family Adventure Walk in the Forest for 2025! Bring your family to enjoy an engaging, nature-filled family day at the beautiful Kortright Centre for Conservation. Try your hand at some traditional winter games and activities, create and play with ice and snow to make beautiful take-home art, play with loose […]
