Throughout the year, rural Ontario plays host to events including art exhibitions, theatre and festivals of all types and sizes. For a country outing, why not visit one of the many excellant shows scattered about the province—you are sure to find something of interest on any particular weekend in most regions. Enjoy!

For those wishing a hands-on experience, try one of the arts education programs or workshops further down on this page.

For more detailed lists of studio tours and galleries, click these links:

ANNUAL ARTS FESTIVAL VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND
May 22 & 23, 2010
50+ juried artists showing and selling unique pottery, paintings, photography, woodwork, jewellery and more. Free parking & admission. Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sharon Temple Historic Site & Museum, 18974 Leslie St. at Mt. Albert Sideroad, Ontario. Contact: ontario.artists@yahoo.ca, 905-473-5882, P.L.M. http://ontarioartists.weebly.com

ART IN THE COUNTY
June 18 - July 4, 2010
Prince Edward County Arts Council’s annual art show and sale featuring more than 70 of Eastern Ontario’s most talented artists. This juried art show is celebrating its 17th year with a broad range of work including watercolour, acrylic, oil, glass, fibre, ceramics, photography, sculpture, jewellery and much more. Daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission. Old Town Hall, King Street, Picton. Visit: www.artinthecounty.com

ROCKHOUND GEMBOREE
July 29-August 1, 2010
Canada’s Largest Gem & Mineral Show. “Rock” into Bancroft “Where Fun is Down to Earth.” This 47th annual show includes: the 8th annual stone carvers show, dealers of specimens, gemstone jewellery & lapidary supplies, mineral identification, swap tables and field trips. Bancroft, Ontario. For information call 888-443-9999, www.BancroftDistrict.com.