Fergus

Fergus Grand Theatre, 244 St Andrew St W, Fergus, ON N1M 1N7, 519-787-1981

The Fergus Grand Theatre is almost 100 years old. Run by the Township of Centre Wellington and an army of volunteers, the theatre hosts an array of theatrical and musical events every year.

Fergus Scottish Festival, Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave E, Fergus, ON N1M 2W5, 519-787-0099

A Scottish festival celebrating the Scottish heritage of Fergus, the festival is held annually in August. It features numerous traditional events including: Heavy Events Competitions; Pipe Band Competitions; Highland Dancers; Whisky Tasting, Celtic Musicians; international vendors and children’s entertainment.

Water Cycles Bikes and Blues Festival

Annual music festival celebrating water, cycling and community. 

Wellington County Museum & Archives, 0536 Wellington County Rd 18, Fergus, ON N1M 2W3, 519-846-0916 ext. 5221

The Wellington County Museum and Archives (WCMA) tells the stories of the people and places of Wellington County. The museum is a National Historic Site, located in the oldest remaining rural House of Industry and Refuge (or 'Poor House') in Canada. The building was constructed in 1877 as place for the poor, homeless, and destitute people of Wellington County. The museum has a permanent collection and hosts special exhibitions, lectures and educational programmes. There is also a new Indigenous Gathering Circle.

Elora

Ancient Ways Native Arts, 30 Church St W, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, 519-846-2571

Gallery featuring well known Indigenous artists and arts and crafts of local Algonquin and Iroquois nations.   

Blown Away Glass Studio, Elora, 6506 Wellington Rd 7, Elora, ON N0B 1S0, 519-846-2410

Art gallery featuring the work of Tim and Catherine McManus. The gallery also offers classes in glassblowing.

Elora Centre for the Arts

75 Melville St, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0, 519-846-9698

Community arts centre featuring exhibitions of local artists and a shop. The centre offers workshops for youth and adults. Enjoy your picnic lunch in the art garden.

Elora Farmers Market, Bissell Park, 127 E Mill St, Elora, ON N0B 1S0, 226-369-0261

Visit the Elora Farmers Market (9 am to 1 pm, Saturdays) in Bissell Park in the summer, and at the Highland Rugby Club in the fall. Buy local produce, baked goods, arts and crafts.  

Elora River Fest, Bissell Park, 127 E Mill St, Centre, Wellington, ON N0B 1S0

Annual outdoor music festival held in August. The festival features a wide variety of well known performers as well as up-and-coming and indie acts. Enjoy the artisan market, food trucks and craft brews.

The Elora Festival, 75a Melville St, Elora, ON N0B 1S0, 519-829-8758

Internationally acclaimed choral festival held in Elora every July. The festival features the Elora Singers, a local choral group, and a changing roster of well known artists and choirs.

The Gorge Cinema, 43 Mill St W, Elora, ON N0B 1S0, 519-846-0191

Independent cinema in the heart of Elora