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.
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Put on your favorite Canadian tuxedo, throw on the buffalo plaid or whatever makes you happy and come hang out with us. Come by for a drink or stay for the night to help us ring in the new year. We’ll have all the beer, snacks, chill vibes and best company you could ask for. […]
2024 New Year Ball! Join us for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Gala at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro hosted by the fabulous Lily Devine and special guests. Their charisma, wit, and magnetic energy will keep the celebration alive all night long. Get ready to be dazzled by extravagant performances and incredible talent. It’s a one-of-a-kind […]
Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 11th from 2 PM to 4 PM for New Beginnings Opening Reception at the BAA Gallery. Experience a fresh new look for the Gallery while you explore beautiful artwork and handmade artisan goods. Support your local art scene while discovering unique treasures for your space! Where: BAA Gallery, 208 […]
Join us at the Parrott Gallery on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. for “Closing Arguments” and a Live Performance with artist Chase Cha. Chase Cha (Lao-Cha) voices a contemporary message of inquiry into being and potential. Cha exemplifies his self-termed “Adlib Aesthetics” via a performative forbidding of direct visual references while wielding a […]
The Parrott Gallery invites the public to the Opening Reception for Sarah Winn and Herb Deary’s exhibition “!WTF!: Without the Frame” on Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This mixed media exhibition will feature painting, photography and sculpture. Everyone is welcome to this free event, light refreshments will be available. Exhibition on […]
The Parrott Gallery invites the public to the Opening Reception for “A Brief Glimpse of Colour” by Fraser Radford, on Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. This retrospective exhibition features thirty-one paintings created between the years of 2016 and 2024. Everyone is welcome to this free event, light refreshments will be available. […]
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 […]
The Belleville Festival of Faith (Jan. 19-25, 2025) is an educational, multi-faith event that showcases the diversity of local traditions and beliefs. Each day of the festival week, a different faith community hosts an hour-long talk with Q&A. For full schedule and details, visit bellevillefaithfest.com Monday, January 20, 7-8pm Sons of Jacob Synagogue, 211 Victoria […]
The Belleville Festival of Faith (Jan. 19-25, 2025) is an educational, multi-faith event that showcases the diversity of local traditions and beliefs. Each day of the festival week, a different faith community hosts an hour-long talk with Q&A. For full schedule and details, visit bellevillefaithfest.com Tuesday, January 21, 6-7pm BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, 3rd Floor (meeting […]
The Belleville Festival of Faith (Jan. 19-25, 2025) is an educational, multi-faith event that showcases the diversity of local traditions and beliefs. Each day of the festival week, a different faith community hosts an hour-long talk with Q&A. For full schedule and details, visit bellevillefaithfest.com Tuesday, January 21, 7-8pm BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, 3rd Floor (meeting […]
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!
Midweek Karaoke Party at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Hey karaoke fans! Get ready to unleash your inner superstar every Wednesday from 7 PM to 11 PM at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro & Bar. With all-ages karaoke, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the great food, the lively atmosphere, or the karaoke magic, you […]
The Belleville Festival of Faith (Jan. 19-25, 2025) is an educational, multi-faith event that showcases the diversity of local traditions and beliefs. Each day of the festival week, a different faith community hosts an hour-long talk with Q&A. For full schedule and details, visit bellevillefaithfest.com Thursday, January 23, 7-8pm BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, 3rd Floor (meeting […]
Ashwyn Singh is an Indian-immigrant-turned-standup-comedian, and he’s been delivering side-splitting comedy ever since the PR card came in the mail. Ashwyn has toured across India and Canada, opening for acclaimed acts such as Mark Normand, Bassem Youssef, Atul Khatri and Zarna Garg. Ashwyn’s Desi Translations series has racked up 20M+ views, with his comedy earning […]
Hosted by: Joan Rivers Featuring: Georgia Nite-Davenport, Seth Wood Do-Ya Davenport, and Lily Devine For the first time in years, much like the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the Davenports are under one roof for a night of raunchy humor, sharp wit, and an unforgettable good time. Doors open at 8 PM Show starts at […]
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!
Midweek Karaoke Party at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro Hey karaoke fans! Get ready to unleash your inner superstar every Wednesday from 7 PM to 11 PM at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro & Bar. With all-ages karaoke, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the great food, the lively atmosphere, or the karaoke magic, you […]
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 Rock is an original play by the late Deborah Jarvis. Directed by Jeremy Henson During a family whale-watching vacation, and set against a backdrop of isolation, fearsome Atlantic storms, and excessive alcohol consumption, a young married couple’s future happiness is put to the test. Loyalties and secrets come to light, revealing the fragility of […]
The Rock is an original play by the late Deborah Jarvis. Directed by Jeremy Henson During a family whale-watching vacation, and set against a backdrop of isolation, fearsome Atlantic storms, and excessive alcohol consumption, a young married couple’s future happiness is put to the test. Loyalties and secrets come to light, revealing the fragility of […]
Get ready for an unforgettable night of dance, fun, and culture at our Balkan Dance Party! Join us on February 1st at 7:00 PM for a 30-minute dance lesson with Joy Chorolovski, a seasoned Macedonian dancer with deep roots in Toronto’s vibrant Macedonian folk dancing scene. Whether you’re new to folk dancing or already experienced, […]
The Rock is an original play by the late Deborah Jarvis. Directed by Jeremy Henson During a family whale-watching vacation, and set against a backdrop of isolation, fearsome Atlantic storms, and excessive alcohol consumption, a young married couple’s future happiness is put to the test. Loyalties and secrets come to light, revealing the fragility of […]
