Ways to enjoy Downtown at a Distance

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.

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Something From Nothing.. (Foo Fighters Tribute)

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

Something From Nothing (Foo Fighters tribute band) is proud to perform LIVE at The Smokin’ 116 Bistro on Saturday November 9th at 9 am. Three hours of Foo Fighters hits, don’t miss out. Let’s pack the place – Support live music! Something From Nothing (Foo Fighters tribute) is returning to Belleville for an unforgettable night […]

$5

The Holly and the Ivy Artisan Show and Sale

JOHN M. PARROTT ART GALLERY 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville

Get all of your holiday shopping done in one place, while supporting local artists and artisans and the Parrott Art Gallery. There will be an artisan craft show and sale in the Gallery on the third floor of Belleville Public Library on November 16th, 2024. Visit us to enjoy all things Christmas and the Holidays! […]

Free

Belleville’s Santa Claus Nighttime Parade

Belleville Downtown District Front Street, Belleville, Ontario, Canada

Sunday, November 17, 2024 – 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm The Santa Claus Nighttime Parade has been delighting children and adults alike in Belleville for 26 years! (the parade dates much farther back, but capturing the magic of lights at night – it’s been more than a quarter century!) The route runs along Bridge St. West to East – […]

The Art of Wintering | FREE Open House

We Thrive 161 Front St, Belleville, Ontario, Canada

As the days shorten and you feel the “pull” of winter to go inward, come join us at our 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲, where we will explore the concept of 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜. We invite you to embrace the wisdom of winter. Too often, busy schedules, holiday overwhelm, and New Year expectations keep us in a frenzied state […]

Free

Side Hustle XMAS Market

Venue 1906 34 Victoria Ave, Belleville

Join us for our fifth annual pop-up at Venue 1906! Enjoy free entry while browsing a variety of local vendors, including vintage finds, apothecary items, silkscreen and prints, skin care, bath and body products, ceramics, and artwork from talented local artists. Donations to Gleaners Food Bank are welcome and appreciated.   We’re excited to see […]

Free