Festivals & Events
We offer something for everyone in the family. Check the Calendar of Events for even more opportunities to celebrate, create, participate and enjoy all that Northumberland County has to offer!
Labour Day Weekend kicks off with the famous Shelter Valley Folk Festival. This is a music filled, family weekend including arts, fine foods, wellness, and sustainable living. Another must see musical event the last weekend in September is the All Canadian Jazz Festival in historic Port Hope, which boasts some the most talented Canadian musicians.
October is Arts Month in Northumberland County, come experience the beauty of fall in this one month long celebration of arts, culture and heritage throughout the county. The celebration includes visual and performing artists, studio tours, historical tours, music and theatre performances. It is sure to be a great fall affair!
Brighton Applefest is an annual event to celebrate the production of apples in the local area. Since 1975 the town has hosted this four day event with even more being offered this year: Applefest Midway, Brighton Speedway, Applefest Shootout Weekend (free weekend camping), Brighton RC Hawks, apple pie baking contest, and a street fair.
Don't forget to check out the Calendar of Events for even more fall festivals and events.