There’s something for everyone in the Downtown District!
Catch the latest musical talent at the Empire Theatre, enjoy Friday Night Bites with your friends at the Brake Room, enjoy Preschool Storytime with your little ones at the Belleville Public Library – there’s something for everyone, from the youngest family member to the oldest.
This page is updated frequently. Check back often to stay up to date with the latest activities and events in the Downtown District!
The 14th Annual Belleville Downtown DocFest 2025 will feature outstanding documentaries, filmmaker Q&As, and our Annual Gala Music Feature Film with a live concert at the historic Empire Theatre in downtown Belleville. The 2025 Film Festival will be entirely in-person and will include meet the filmmaker Q&A, a special Saturday Evening event, and screenings throughout […]
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record FREE POPCORN!
Live Pub Quiz Presents Trivia Game Show at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Belleville The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won. Check out our EVENT LISTINGS on […]
KARAOKE NIGHT AT THE SMOKIN’ 116! Join us this Friday for an electrifying karaoke night hosted by the one and only Johnny B! Get ready for a night filled with incredible tunes, fun vibes, and unforgettable memories at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro. What to Expect: Great food & drinks: Enjoy mouth-watering bites while sipping on […]
The Parrott Gallery invites the public to the Opening Reception for Lynda Todd’s exhibition “Change & Challenge: Migration” on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Meet award-winning mixed-media artist Lynda Todd and enjoy a tactile and audio-interactive experience. Everyone is welcome to this free event, light refreshments will be available. Exhibition on display in Gallery 1 until April 2.
The Parrott Gallery invites the public to the Opening Reception for “Pareidolia: Pattern and Perception” by Carl Wiens, on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Carl Wiens is a local artist and this exhibition features a selection of his paintings. Everyone is welcome to this free event, light refreshments will be available. Exhibition on display in Gallery 2 until April 2.
Given the state of things between nations, why not bring these Made in Canada queens back together with a night of raunchy humor, jokes and a good time! Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes..
The Parrott Gallery invites you to “A Life of Dreams, Stories that Sing: Broadway, Folk, Classical” from the Studio of Douglas Von Edelmann on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend this free concert in Gallery 1! Refreshments will be available and donations are welcome. Doors open at 2:45 p.m. and the concert starts at 3:00 p.m.
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record FREE POPCORN!
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Mid Week Karaoke every Wednesday from 7 PM to 11 PM at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro. This is where your Wednesday comes alive! With ALL AGES Karaoke, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the fab food, the cool vibes, or the karaoke magic, you won’t want to miss this!
Join us at Belleville Public Library for a biweekly evening of chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome. For children & youth aged 9 – 17. This is a free, drop-in program. Biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won.
Live Pub Quiz Presents Trivia Game Show at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Belleville The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won. Check out our EVENT LISTINGS on […]
Join us this Friday for an electrifying karaoke night hosted by the one and only Johnny B! Prepare for a night filled with incredible tunes, fun vibes, and unforgettable memories at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro!
Join us at the Belleville Art Association Gallery for our March Show
Thru the Lens is a photography-inspired exhibition
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 8th, 2–4 PM
Exhibition Dates: March 4 – April 5
Belleville Art Association Gallery
Light refreshments will be served for opening reception. Everyone is welcome! See the world thru the lens of talented artists.
Join Belleville Public Library in celebrating International Women’s Day with special guest Micky Colton! Hear Micky talk about her inspiring story, from her career with the Royal Canadian Air Force (with 6,900 flying hours on the C130 Hercules!) to establishing and operating Horse Sense Equine Guidance in Prince Edward County.
Belleville’s very popular acoustic musical variety show, Night Kitchen Too, will wrap up its 10th season, Saturday, December 21, with the usual cross section of musicians and poets from the Quinte Area performing on the Pinnacle Playhouse stage in downtown Belleville. That stage has now hosted about 900 performances since 2014. We will also take […]
Reach for the stars (and planets) with our out of this world space crafts.
All Ages, No registration required.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
Shoot for the moon… or the target as you engineer pompom catapults and rubber band arrow launchers.
Ages 7+
No registration required.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
Make a paper butterfly puppet that really flaps its wings!
All Ages, No registration required.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
It will be raining fun at our cloud crafts morning. Not to be mist!
All Ages, No registration required.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
This educational demonstration by The Eyrie will feature 4-5 different species of raptors and contain a high amount of fun information about birds of prey, including biology, physiology, behaviours, habitat, how they interact with their ecosystem, as well as how we as humans can become better stewards of the environment in which we all live.
All Ages. Registration is required. Register on our March Break page.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record FREE POPCORN!
Have you ever built a city with your own two hands? Bring your imagination, and we’ll bring the cardboard!
All Ages
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
Create a nifty vinyl decal for your water bottle or thermos using Cricut!
Ages 13+
Registration is required. Register on our March Break page.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
The Parrott Gallery invites you to join us for a free travelogue presentation of Lola Reid Allin’s exhibition “Into the Heart of Nepal” on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Meet Lola at 6:00 p.m. and enjoy light refreshments before the presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. This photography exhibition and sale is part of the Armchair Traveller Series and is on display in our Corridor Gallery from February 25 to April 10, 2025.
If you can dream it, you can build it up! Join us for free play fun with construction toys.
All Ages
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
Start your weekend on a high note and learn all about the orchestra with musicians from the Quinte Symphony. Music to our ears!
Ages 6+
Registration required. Register on our March Break page.
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
Join us this Friday for an electrifying karaoke night hosted by the one and only Johnny B! Prepare for a night filled with incredible tunes, fun vibes, and unforgettable memories at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro!
Join us at the top o’ the morning to make festive St. Patrick’s Day crafts. At 11:00 a.m., enjoy a live performance by the Kelly School of Irish Dance!
All Ages
Visit www.bellevillelibrary.ca/kids/childrens-programs/march for our full March Break line up.
CVNQuinte, a leader in supporting adults with developmental disabilities in the Quinte Region, is excited to launch its Services with a Twist campaign. This initiative aims to fund innovative services and will culminate in a Grand Finale on March 15th at the Empire Theatre, featuring the Famous People Players’ Twist and Shout Show, a highly […]
Please join the eclectic members of Gallery 121, to view a display of their innovative and interesting artwork. They will be joined by the admirable sculpture works of Guest Artists Annette Vlieg and Mark Hinan.
Join us for Randy The Mind Magician’s latest show, “Think About That!”* Prepare to be blown away with jaw-dropping predictions, incredible mental demonstrations, and mind-bending illusions that will leave you questioning reality!
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record FREE POPCORN!
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar at our Mid Week Karaoke every Wednesday from 7 PM to 11 PM at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro. This is where your Wednesday comes alive! With ALL AGES Karaoke, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the fab food, the cool vibes, or the karaoke magic, you won’t want to miss this!
Join us at Belleville Public Library for a biweekly evening of chess fun! Players of all skill levels are welcome. For children & youth aged 9 – 17. This is a free, drop-in program. Biweekly on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Children 10 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Drop-in program. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Live Pub Quiz Presents Trivia Game Show at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Belleville The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won. Check out our EVENT LISTINGS on […]
The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won.
Join us this Friday for an electrifying karaoke night hosted by the one and only Johnny B! Prepare for a night filled with incredible tunes, fun vibes, and unforgettable memories at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro!
Join us for a screening of the film adaptation of the classic musical, RENT at Belleville Public Library at 2 p.m. on March 22nd.
In New York City’s gritty East Village, a group of bohemians strive for success and acceptance while enduring the obstacles of poverty, illness and the AIDS epidemic.
All are welcome. Donate what you can. Funds raised for the United Way HPE in support of the upcoming Bridge Integrated Care Hub in Belleville.
There will also be prize draws for vintage Beatles merchandise and more, with purchase of original poetry.
Rowena Whey is back Belleville and she’s bringing her signature drag bingo to the Smokin’ 116 Bistro!
$10 cover includes a drag show, 4 bingo cards, dabbers, and of course prizes!
Thinking about moving? Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? We’ve got you covered!
Join Brad Warner, award-winning Realtor with Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty, and Mary Ann Ker, owner of Find Your Gold Home Organizing, for TWO FREE seminars to help you take the next step with confidence!
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record FREE POPCORN!
Live Pub Quiz Presents Trivia Game Show at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Belleville The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won. Check out our EVENT LISTINGS on […]
Set in a suburban motel in the 1970s, The Wayside Motor Inn tells five separate stories that take place simultaneously on stage, creating an unusual theatrical experience for the audience to enjoy.
Set in a suburban motel in the 1970s, The Wayside Motor Inn tells five separate stories that take place simultaneously on stage, creating an unusual theatrical experience for the audience to enjoy.
Set in a suburban motel in the 1970s, The Wayside Motor Inn tells five separate stories that take place simultaneously on stage, creating an unusual theatrical experience for the audience to enjoy.
Set in a suburban motel in the 1970s, The Wayside Motor Inn tells five separate stories that take place simultaneously on stage, creating an unusual theatrical experience for the audience to enjoy.
We have a great line up of vendors coming to Venue 1906 for the Side Hustle Vintage, Thrift and Oddity Market.Vendors will be selling vintage clothing, antique decor and pottery, curious artwork and creations, upcycled fashion and repurposed vintage fabrics, and so much more.
We also have Tropical Blends popping up with us at the smoothie bar for tastings of their most popular blends.
Ori Shalva is a Georgian family ensemble based in Toronto that sings the haunting visceral harmonies of Georgian polyphony, a UNESCO proclaimed intangible heritage of humanity.
Ori Shalva doesn’t just perform Georgian polyphony. When they sing the visceral harmonies of the millenia old musical tradition, they transcend space and time, and take you on a far-off musical journey of Sakartvelo (aka Georgia), a small and ancient mountainous country located on the borders of Asia and Europe.
Set in a suburban motel in the 1970s, The Wayside Motor Inn tells five separate stories that take place simultaneously on stage, creating an unusual theatrical experience for the audience to enjoy.
Come hang out and listen to vinyl records with us! BRING YOUR VINYL: We’ll play a song or side MAKE A REQUEST: Choose something from our collection to make a request WIN VINYL: Enter the draw for a chance to win a mystery, previously loved, vinyl record FREE POPCORN!
Live Pub Quiz Presents Trivia Game Show at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Belleville.
The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosts a weekly live pub quiz, expertly hosted by Quizmaster Ally. Every Thursday, gather with fellow trivia enthusiasts and engage in a fun, competitive atmosphere, with great prizes waiting to be won.
Set in a suburban motel in the 1970s, The Wayside Motor Inn tells five separate stories that take place simultaneously on stage, creating an unusual theatrical experience for the audience to enjoy.
Three weekends of jazz in Belleville, Ontario - all free! April 4-5, April 11-12, and April 25-26, 2025 at various venues throughout the city.
Three weekends of jazz in Belleville – all free! April 4-5, April 11-12, and April 25-26 at various venues throughout the downtown. Come out and celebrate jazz during the City of Belleville’s new official Jazz Appreciation Month! Follow the event on Facebook. Full schedule: April 4 Smokin’ 116 Bistro – Oscar Evans Trio (6-8 PM) […]
Belleville Jazzlicious Kicks Off at The Smokin’ 116!
Get ready, Belleville! Jazzlicious is about to swing into action, and The Smokin’ 116 Bistro is THE place to be for the ultimate kickoff celebration!
April 4 & 5 – Two nights of smooth jazz, sizzling eats, and signature drinks that’ll have your taste buds and toes tappin’!
Join us for an unforgettable night filled with live music, mouthwatering food, and the best vibes in town – because nothing pairs better with jazz than Quinte’s Best Smokin’ Q!
Three weekends of jazz in Belleville, Ontario - all free!
April 4-5, April 11-12, and April 25-26 at various venues throughout the city.
Friday April 4 at Paulo's Italian Trattoria-Dan Bone Duo from 6:30-8:30 pm
Looking for a great family hang out on a Saturday morning? Children of all ages can enjoy a fun art or science activity.
All ages. Drop-in program at Belleville Public Library. Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 1st Floor Children’s Program Room.
Get ready for an afternoon of talent, music, and fun!
Join us Saturday, April 5 from 12pm – 4pm for the Afternoon Jam hosted by the one and only Owen Wright! Bring your instruments, talent, and BEST vibes because we’re boosting the energy!
Got jokes? If you’ve got a funny bone, we’ve got comedy slots! 15-minute sets for all the laughs (and gear/setup time). Let’s see what you’ve got!
Weekly features and awesome prizes up for grabs! So, whether you’re a rockstar, comedian, or just love good vibes, this is YOUR moment to shine!
Mark your calendars, bring your crew, and let’s make it a jam session to remember!
Three weekends of jazz in Belleville – all free! April 4-5, April 11-12, and April 25-26 at various venues throughout the downtown. Come out and celebrate jazz during the City of Belleville’s new official Jazz Appreciation Month! Follow the event on Facebook. Full schedule: April 4 Smokin’ 116 Bistro – Oscar Evans Trio (6-8 PM) […]
