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!
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Sunday Blues Jam at UpFront Cafe features Backtracks with Terry Rose, Steve Fralick and friends. Doors open: noon |
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Cousin Gibbard Suede brings his unique style and original tunes to the UpFront Cafe – first Thursdays each month from 3 – 5 pm. No cover 313 Front St Belleville at UpFront Café |
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DON’T MISS this opportunity – Bellville’s only chance to see this unexpected double bill at UpFront Cafe. Brazil’s #1 Celtic Duo, Taverna – and Peterborough’s teenage fiddling phenom, Irish Millie! Audiences don’t just listen to Taverna. They fall in love! Irresistable South American musicians, whose passion, camaraderie, and warmth reveal the true Celtic spirit in all of us. Taverna Duo – Brazil’s premier Celtic duo – features long-time friends and bandmates Gustavo Fofão and Rafael Salobreña. Soul-baring, seafaring, kilt-wearing Celts who just happened to be born in South America. One infuses the music with fingerstyle guitar wizardry and thundering vocals, while using the stage as a percussion instrument. The other is the band’s secret weapon for high energy and dynamics, driving the beat on his “punk rock” bodhran with a wink and a grin. Playing iconic songs from the Celtic repertoire and powered by rocket fuel, they impact the crowd with high-energy stage dynamics, captivating harmonies, and original arrangements that showcase the incredible mastery each has of their instruments. The final product is a unique party session, bringing audiences of all ages to their feet and singing along. Taverna are joined for this show by Irish Millie – a phenomenal teenage fiddler from Peterborough, Ontario and 2024 CFMA Performer of the Year Nominee. Irish Millie recorded her first album – Thirteen – at 13 years old. That project earned her a Canadian Folk Music Award nomination for Young Performer of the Year. Together with her band The Receivers, she was nominated for the same award in 2023 and in 2024 for her EP The Trilogy. She’s toured across Canada, in the US and Europe – and released her second full-length CD, Grace this spring! “I love all fiddle music. I am passionate about the East Coast, Bluegrass and Contemporary Trad styles. I love to play fast-paced, fun, and challenging tunes that get the crowd up on their feet. I also love to write my own music.” Pineapple Productions is pleased and proud to be able to present this rare opportunity to introduce our region to the unexpected pleasures of Taverna along with the pride of Peterborough – teenage fidling phenom – Irish Millie! PLEASE NOTE: Advance Tickets are available online only until midnight Thursday, August 7. Advance Tickets are not available on the day of the show. At-the-door Tickets – if available – are $30 (cash only).
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Join us for another flavour-packed night for Burger and Brews at Burger Revolution as we fire up the grill and pour local brews in celebration of summer! Live Music by Meaghan & Rob! This talented Quinte-based duo brings over 60 years of performance experience! With two guitars and stunning harmonies, they’ll take you on a journey through decades of powerhouse female vocalists—from Patsy Cline and Linda Ronstadt to Amanda Marshall and Taylor Swift. Country, pop, and everything in between—there’s something for everyone. Muskoka Brewery On Tap – our friends from Muskoka Brewery will be on-site pouring their easy-drinking Tread Lightly and offering exclusive samples of their latest brews! Hosted by Burger Revolution – get your hands on our bold, award winning burgers, fresh-cut fries, and rebellious poutine while soaking in great vibes and even better music.
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Victor Cooper is back at UpFront Cafe! If you have missed his previous performances, or not seen him here before, here is your chance to do both! What people are saying: Victor’s incomparable talents as a performer include his vocal range, guitar prowess and luminous stage presence. Audiences are sure to enjoy his acoustic renderings of pop-rock hits and original songs. Doors open: 6 pm By donation! Licensed venue |
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Join us at UpFront Cafe on August 16 from 2-4pm for Tony Vani and Kenny Pauzé, two highly seasoned musicians paired in this sizzling acoustic format for special appearances. Tony Vani, from Belleville, Ontario, a skilled harmonica player/vocalist has performed at the Frankford Blues Festival, The Kingston Blues Festival, The Belleville Downtown Blues Festival and in and around the Belleville area as a single act and as a group act for decades. He is also co-founder of the yearly Belleville Downtown Blues Festival. Kenny Pauze, a gifted Delta Blues and Folk guitarist from Elgin Quebec, has played in clubs and festivals including the Ottawa Folk festival and the International Tremblant Blues Festival. The music focuses on blues and folk styles yet covers a diverse range of styles from hot and feisty up-tempo boogies to down and dirty blues. Doors open: 10 am Licensed venue |
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Sunday Blues Jam at UpFront Cafe features Backtracks with Terry Rose, Steve Fralick and friends. Doors open: noon |
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Songs from singers named Hank – mostly Hank Williams. Bill is the songwriter and front man for Bill Wood and The Woodies, a respected roots rock band on the Southern Ontario circuit. Johnny G is a fantastic lap steel player that nails the retro Hank Williams vibe. Listen to Bill Wood on Soundcloud, Spotify, iTunes, Google Play Music. Doors open: 6 pm
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Cousin Gibbard Suede brings his unique style and original tunes to the UpFront Cafe – first Thursdays each month from 3 – 5 pm. No cover 313 Front St Belleville at UpFront Café
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The Belleville Caribbean Festival is a vibrant, annual celebration that brings the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean islands to the heart of Belleville, Ontario. This year’s Caribbean Festival will be held from August 15 to 17, 2025 in three different locations.
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