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Community Events

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!

Spring Gallery Show

48 Bridge Street East 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville, Ontario

Gallery 121 members are pleased to invite you to view our Spring Show running April 22nd until May 31st

Our guest artists are Chris Finkle with his oil paintings in “My Musings Through Art,” and Tom Ashbourne with his sculptures in “Elation,” exploring the essence of the stone.
Our Featured Member Artist, Frances Key, presents “In Reverie” with evocative oil images and an intriguing installation piece.
Please join our Guest and Member Artists for refreshments at a reception being held on Saturday, April 26th 2 – 4 p.m.

Visit the New Show in the gallery or on the website.
www.gallery121artists.com

Free

QAC Expressions Juried Exhibition

JOHN M. PARROT ART GALLERY 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville

Quinte Arts Council’s Biennial Juried Exhibition

Wednesday, May 15 – June 14
John M. Parrott Art Gallery
Belleville Public Library, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville

Join us for Expressions: Legacy, the Quinte Arts Council’s celebrated biennial juried exhibition, showcasing powerful works by artists across the Quinte region.

This year’s theme, Legacy, invites artists to explore the marks we leave behind—through culture, memory, environment, and identity.

Celebrate the artists
Applaud the award winners
Juror, artist and curator Valerie Kent

Free admission
Everyone welcome!

Free

Cinderella, the Musical

Pinnacle Playhouse 256 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, Ontario

Rodger and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is an inspiring, modern Cinderella for everyone, where “you make your wishes come true.” This is not your typical Cinderella– she is a strong woman who helps the Prince fulfill his destiny to lead his kingdom in a just and fair way. It is a robust and rich theatrical experience with complex music and stupendous, hand-crafted costumes.

$16.50 – $31.50

Psycho Live in Concert

The Belle Pub 310 Front St, Belleville

Live Metal Show featuring thrash veterans PSYCHO with special guests SERENITY VEIL covering the likes of System of a Down, Godsmack, Killswitch Engaged, Finger Eleven. $10 at the door the […]

$10

Spring Gallery Show

48 Bridge Street East 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville, Ontario

Gallery 121 members are pleased to invite you to view our Spring Show running April 22nd until May 31st

Our guest artists are Chris Finkle with his oil paintings in “My Musings Through Art,” and Tom Ashbourne with his sculptures in “Elation,” exploring the essence of the stone.
Our Featured Member Artist, Frances Key, presents “In Reverie” with evocative oil images and an intriguing installation piece.
Please join our Guest and Member Artists for refreshments at a reception being held on Saturday, April 26th 2 – 4 p.m.

Visit the New Show in the gallery or on the website.
www.gallery121artists.com

Free

QAC Expressions Juried Exhibition

JOHN M. PARROT ART GALLERY 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville

Quinte Arts Council’s Biennial Juried Exhibition

Wednesday, May 15 – June 14
John M. Parrott Art Gallery
Belleville Public Library, 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville

Join us for Expressions: Legacy, the Quinte Arts Council’s celebrated biennial juried exhibition, showcasing powerful works by artists across the Quinte region.

This year’s theme, Legacy, invites artists to explore the marks we leave behind—through culture, memory, environment, and identity.

Celebrate the artists
Applaud the award winners
Juror, artist and curator Valerie Kent

Free admission
Everyone welcome!

Free

Saturday Kids’ Club

Belleville Public Library 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, ON

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.

Free

Stand Up for Mental Health™ Comedy Show

The Core 223 Pinnacle Street, Belleville

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡™ 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰
𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘!

This unique event provides a platform for folks who live with mental health challenges to share their stories through stand-up comedy.
Each of the comics complete a comedy training program to develop their set, under the coaching of Mental Health Counsellor, Comedian and Founder of Stand Up for Mental Health™, David Granirer.

By showcasing their talents and humor, these individuals not only entertain but also help break down stigma. Join our encouraging audience and show your support for mental health awareness, while enjoying a night of hilarious performances!

This BIG Show in Belleville is the debut of our second Stand Up for Mental Health troupe! If you came last year, we are excited to host you again for a brand new show! And if this is your first time, we look forward to welcoming you to this supportive community 

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀:
Annie Bell
Beth Douglas
Johnathan Eggleton
Teresa Gordon
Mandy Joy
Christine Poirier

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
Saturday, June 7th | 7pm
The Core, 223 Pinnacle St.
Downtown Belleville

Thank you for your interest in supporting this event! This is a volunteer-organized show. All profits from The BIG Show will be used for the continuation of Stand Up for Mental Health™ in this community. Profits will support the training of future troupes and more shows! Thank you, thank you.

𝗕𝗨𝗬 𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦:
https://wethrivewellness.ca/about-stand-up-for-mental-health/

Cinderella, the Musical

Pinnacle Playhouse 256 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, Ontario

Rodger and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is an inspiring, modern Cinderella for everyone, where “you make your wishes come true.” This is not your typical Cinderella– she is a strong woman who helps the Prince fulfill his destiny to lead his kingdom in a just and fair way. It is a robust and rich theatrical experience with complex music and stupendous, hand-crafted costumes.

$16.50 – $31.50

Retro Rewind

The Smokin’ 116 Bistro 116 Pinnacle St, Belleville, Canada

SHOW ALERT
Filthy will be taking Belleville by storm with Whiskey Season on June 7th when we hit the stage at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro for the first ever RETRO REWIND SHOW! 
Playing hits from the 80’s and 90’s
19+
NO ADVANCED TICKETS for this event!
Admission $10
Show starts at 9pm
Whiskey Season are a 4 piece, high energy band from the Kingston & surrounding areas that dive deep into the classic rock and rock hits from the 80s & 90s.
FILTHY is a high energy Rock/Glam/Hair Metal Tribute band celebrating the best decade in music, the 80s!!!

$10

Cinderella, the Musical

Pinnacle Playhouse 256 Pinnacle Street, Belleville, Ontario

Rodger and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is an inspiring, modern Cinderella for everyone, where “you make your wishes come true.” This is not your typical Cinderella– she is a strong woman who helps the Prince fulfill his destiny to lead his kingdom in a just and fair way. It is a robust and rich theatrical experience with complex music and stupendous, hand-crafted costumes.

$16.50 – $31.50
Smokin’ Trivia

Smokin’ Trivia

The ‘Smokin’ 116 Bistro & Bar 116 Pinnacle St. Belleville. ON, Belleville, Ontario, Canada

Smokin’ Trivia - Every Sunday at 3 pm. Lots of fun categories with questions that range in difficulty for points. There will be lots of prizes for players and swag […]