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Beat the Heat in Brockville

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Don’t get us wrong, we love summer and warm weather… but it has been a hot one this past month! When it’s so hot outside that you can cook an egg or bake cookies in your car, it might be time to look for some activities that can help you cool down! Luckily, Brockville has many different options to help you stay cool during these crazy days of summer!

  1. The Brockville Public Library is an air-conditioned building which offers many activities, such as the summer reading club, knitting nights, book clubs, and even virtual reality. If you can stand the heat, the library also has geocaching kits and fishing equipment available to rent.
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  2. The Aquatarium, The Brockville Museum , and Fulford Place Museum are air-conditioned buildings full of interesting and interactive exhibits. Wave hello to otter pups and learn more about the Thousand Islands region, or look at curious antiques such as a vintage hearse and the packaging for the famous Doctor William’s Pink Pills for Pale People, expanding your knowledge without breaking a sweat!
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  3. With its lowest point being 17.5 metres under the ground’s surface, the Railway Tunnel may be one of the coolest places “outdoors”. Escape the harsh rays of the sun and spend some time walking through this historical tunnel. There’s also a chance you might get dripped on from water up above, so watch out for the splash zone!
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  4. If you’d prefer to escape from the heat to the water, look no further than the DIVE shop! There, you can rent kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, and scuba diving equipment!
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  5. Have fun and get active indoors at Stingers! Paintball, Airsoft, Laser tag, Batting Cages, Zorb Soccer, Pitching Mounds, and much more!
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  6. A free, outdoor, all-hours way to beat the heat is the Rotary Park Splash Pad. Especially for smaller children who may not feel comfortable swimming, this is a wonderful alternative. It is 400 sq. metres and can be enjoyed safely by the whole family.
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  7. If you’re looking for a unique experience, the Escape Room in the caboose by the railway tunnel is the perfect activity! Each game lasts 45 minutes and there can be up to 6 players. The caboose is air conditioned, so you won’t be distracted by the heat while solving the many puzzles and riddles that are part of the game.
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  8. If you’ve got your boating license and are looking to escape to the river, Gilbert Marine offers rentals of houseboats and smaller boats. Rentals begin at only $75/day! Gilbert’s also rents out motors and trailers, if you need a bit of help getting your own boat back out into the water. Canoes and kayaks can also be rented if you do not have a license!
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  9. If you want to take a refreshing river dip, there are a few favourite spots around the City to do just that! Jump (or walk in) at Centeen Park, sunbath and enjoy the beach at St. Lawrence Park, or check out Sanddocks Park to cool off!
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  10. No hot summer day is complete without ice cream! Visit one of our many ice cream shops in downtown Brockville for the perfect sweet treat. Whether you prefer chocolate, fruit, or caramel flavours, we’ve got you covered! Just make sure to eat it quickly, before it turns into a soup or an accessory for your clothing.
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    Written by: Tourism Ambassador, Laura

15 Things to Do In July 2018

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We can’t believe it’s already July, time sure does fly by! Therefore living in the moment and enjoying the right here, right now is crucial. Summer 2018 has already got off to a great start, and to keep the good times coming, this month is jam packed with summer fun activities, events and things to do!
Make some memories, have a laugh (or more like a bunch!), be adventurous, and #explorebrockville!

1. Take a Walking Tour

Criminal Past Walking Tours with the Brockville Museum begin July 6th! Explore Brockville’s darker stories of the past, including one of the largest bank heists in Canadian history, and the twisted tale of the last man hanged in Brockville! Tickets can be purchased at the museum or through Snap’d 1000 Islands.
Brockville Ghost Walks are back this year! Delve into spooky tales, and haunting history with stories re-told from Nany Fraser’s “Mysterious Brockville” book. These spooky walks will begin July 9th and will continue every Monday in July at 7:30 pm and will continue every Monday in August at 8:00pm until August 18th. The Ghost Walks will commence at the Hardy Park gazebo, and you will be taken on a journey by foot that will last approx. 1.5 hours.  Tickets can be purchased through the Brockville & 1000 Islands Tourism office.

2. Live Musical Performances

Lucky for us, there is no shortage of live music in Brockville! From fabulous shows at the Brockville Arts Centre, to intimate shows at Spitfire Café…there are performances to enjoy just about every week! Additionally, the 4th Annual DIFA Summer Festival will be taking place July 27-28 features awesome music and delicious food, and the 1000 Islands Bluegrass Jamboree at Happy Green Acres takes place July 19-July 21.

3. Patio Lounging

What better way to enjoy summer weather than to sit out on an outdoor patio with a great meal and drink in hand? You’re in luck because Brockville offers some wonderful patios all over town! Downtown, enjoy river views from Crow’s Nest Bistro, South Coast Grille, and Buds on the Bay, or the historic King Street views from Keystorm Pub, Brockberry Cafe & Suites, and Shawarma Garden. The beautiful garden patio at Buell St. Bistro is a must, and you can enjoy pizza al fresco at Brimstone Wood-Fired Pizza.

4. Take a Floral Workshop

It’s time to get creative in Downtown Brockville with Wild Little Roses. This cute shop is offering some wonderful floral and wreath workshops this month!  On July 5th, there is a County Essence Floral Workshop, on July 10th a Succulent Wreath Workshop, and on July 26th a Simple and Elegant Floral Workshop.

5. Check out the Otter Pups at the Aquatarium

The otter pups at the Aquatarium are now in their new exhibit for you to enjoy! They have a grassy play yard, and a swimming hole to play around in, and they will for sure put a smile on your face!

6. Movies and Concerts in the Park

Grab your blanket, some snacks, your friends and family, and enjoy an evening in the park watching a movie on the big screen! Movies in the Park is a free event (including popcorn), thanks to Brockville Police Services. Movies begin at dusk.

Upcoming movies:

July 5: Peter Rabbit
July 12: Sherlock Gnomes
July 19: Wrinkle in Time
July 26: Jumanji
August 2: Greatest Showman
August 16: Thor Ragnarok
August 30: MYSTERY MOVIE

Hardy Park is also host to Concerts in the Park on Sunday evenings. Check out their summer musical schedule.

7. Come Diving

Brockville and the 1000 Islands region has gained critical acclaim as being the “World’s Best Fresh Water Scuba Diving” destination. On Top of that, Brockville is on the list of the best 5 places to scuba dive in Canada – so what are you waiting for!? Brockville is also the site of an underwater sculpture park, located off the shore of Centeen Park in downtown, with new sculptures added just recently.  For more info on diving, check out: SOS Thousand Islands Chapter, and Dive Brockville.

8. Pick your own Raspberries at Tincap Berry Farm

Delicious raspberries are yours for the picking, beginning in July at the Tincap Berry Farm. They are typically available for two-three weeks, so follow their Facebook Page for updates on when picking begins! The farm also offers locally grown fresh vegetables, and pre-picked berries!

9. Hit Up a County Fair

It’s the season for county fairs, and July brings two favourites to “town”. The Lansdowne Fair is up first, running from July 20th-July 22nd. A lot is happening this weekend, including a Midway, Talent Show, Agricultural Education Barn, Demo Derby, Pie Eating Contest and so much more! The Delta Fair begins the weekend afterwards on July 26th-29th. Check out Monster Truck Mania, animal land, the midway, and musical performances by 21 Gun Salute to AC DC, Brea Lawson, 80’s ENUFF, magic shows and more!
Lansdowne Fair Schedule
Delta Fair Schedule

10. Take a Bicycle Tour

Are you looking to see everything Brockville has to offer or aren’t visiting for long? Are you in search of eye-opening history and vibrant views? Look no further than Thousand Islands Bicycle Co. to tour Brockville’s historic and beautiful downtown. Their friendly and informative guides will take you throughout the scenic downtown area, allowing you to learn more about Brockville while enjoying fresh air and exercise.

11. Brockville Farmers’ Market

Every Thursday and Saturday the Brockville Farmers Market pops up on Market St. West, offering locally grown and produced food items, home décor, arts and crafts and everything in between! Enjoy live entertainment on Saturdays while you stroll up and down both sides of the vendor packed street.

12. Take a River Dip

With these HOT temperatures lately, a refreshing swim is just what you’ll need! The St. Lawrence River will give you a quick cooling fix, and there are lots of spots to take a dip. Centeen Park offers the option to take a plunge and jump into the river, or you also have the option to walk in. Sanddocks (Thomas St.) is a smaller scale of Centeen that is another great spot in the Downtown Area. Additionally, at St. Lawrence Park there is a beach area to relax near the river and shallow waters.

13. Give Brockville’s Escape Room a Crack

Escape Brockville is one of the newer additions to Brockville’s “Things to Do” list, where you skills are tested to “Escape the Freight”.  Book your Escape online.

14. Rent a Kayak or Boat

Looking to get out on the river? Renting a Kayak is a great option if you do not have a boating license, plus you’ll get some exercise! Dive Brockville offers kayak rentals (as well as paddle board, canoes, and bikes!), with close access to the river to put your kayak in right away! If you do have a boating license, Gilbert Marine offers a wide variety of motor boat options (also including kayaks and canoes!). 1000 Islands Kayaking offers, guided kayak tours and rentals as well if you are looking to take a kayak out West of Brockville.

15. Discover the Garden Trail

A mix of fourteen private and public gardens and garden centre displays connect to make up the Garden Trail throughout Leeds Grenville. The trail features many unique gardens that feature perennials, shrubs, trees and food production. View the Garden Trail Brochure here, or pick up a copy at Brockville & 1000 Islands Tourism, 10 Market St. West.

Bonus: Shakespeare Festival

The highly anticipated St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival begins July 14th with As You Like It, and The Taming of the Shrew on July 18th. Located at the Prescott harbour at an outdoor amphitheatre, the play is perfectly located for a Roman experience, and what better way to enjoy theatre than with the beautiful St. Lawrence River as a backdrop? Check out their website for more details and times of showing, as well as their “Monday Night Live” event.

‘Fall’ for hassle-free camping in the Thousand Islands

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Looking to extend your summer? An island escape awaits you and your family this fall at Thousand Islands National Park!
TINP-medium-59Summer can last a little bit longer as Thousand Islands National Park now offers a variety of fall accommodation options to meet any family’s needs, whether you’re looking for a comfortable nature experience or something more adventurous.
A cross between a tent and a rustic cabin, the Parks Canada oTENTik accommodations provide a camping experience made easy! Equipped with beds and mattresses for six people, a table and chairs, lighting, a cellphone charging station and even a charcoal barbecue, all you have to bring is your sleeping bags, dishes and whatever food you’ll need to satisfy your gang’s appetite after a day spent outdoors! oTENTik
Thousand Islands National Park has island and mainland properties located between Kingston and Brockville.  For an island retreat, there are five oTENTik accommodations located on Gordon Island (2) and McDonald Island (3) that are accessible only by boat (including shuttle possibilities), canoe or kayak. These islands offer more private campsites for families looking for some tranquility. There are five additional oTENTik accommodations on the mainland at Mallorytown Landing that are accessible by car and provide an incredible view of the river. These mainland accommodations are popular and fill up quickly.
Are your children the adventurous type? Are they looking for a complete change of scenery? There’s nothing better than pitching your tent on an island to feel like you’ve reached the ends of the earth, while staying close to home. The park offers 62 rustic campsites, spread over several islands. All you have to do is choose your campsite, light a campfire and gaze up at the stars.
086A0555If you want another way to stretch your legs while taking in a landscape of rugged rock faces and majestic pines, hiking the trails at Jones Creek, Landon Bay, Mallorytown Landing or on the islands is just the thing. The entire family can also set off to explore the magnificent views of the Thousand Islands by taking a bike tour along the river on the paved bike path that takes you along the 1000 Islands Parkway. Take our word for it, after such an active day, you’ll have earned those toasted marshmallows around the campfire.
Thousand Islands National Park is open until October 9th and provides the perfect setting for your fall family getaway! Breathtaking landscapes, a wide range of fun activities, accommodations to suit all tastes and, best of all, the opportunity to create lasting memories for your little ones. You can reserve it all now on the Parks Canada website.
Summer doesn’t have to be over, and planning a fall escape has never been so easy! Book an oTENTik, kick off your shoes and relax – you’re on island time!

QUIZ: Which Brockville Island Are You?

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Brockville is home to a number of islands in the 1000 Islands, each with it’s own set of characteristics.
Learn more about the different islands and find out which island matches your personality the best with our fun quiz!
 


Find out about the features and amenities of each of Brockville’s Islands on the City of Brockville’s interactive island map found by clicking here

The Great Waterway's "On The Way" Crew Visits Brockville

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Our regional tourism organization, The Great Waterway, has embarked on a 26 day adventure from Kingston to Cornwall. They are joined by co-founder and co-owner of Improbable Escapes, HIPSTORY, and the Kingston Collective, Melissa, and actor and executive producer of Stained Tie Films Ltd, Scott.
Melissa writes about her trip to the Aquatarium, Skywood, Fulford Place, a sneak peak of our Railway Tunnel, and more!
“I’m a huge animal lover, so I get really excited to see animals regardless of if they are land or water dwellers. It made my day when we started off the morning with a visit to the Aquatarium in Brockville. Scott and I raced on antique row boats (I obviously won) and then we began to explore the aquarium. There were so many creatures, but my favourite animals were the otters! They were incredibly adorable and it was a fun experience to watch them get fed. I would never have known, but the Aquatarium also has a high ropes course! At first, I thought it was designed for children as it was themed to resemble a ship, but as soon as I started climbing, I realized that it was actually fairly difficult! It was a good challenge. Similar to Skywood, it was a lot of fun and it makes you feel  preeeeetty invincible!”
Read more from Melissa as she writes about her adventures as part of the “On The Way” tour through our region here: Castles, Tree Top Trekking and Otters! Life is Good.
 

Brockville Loves Canada 150: Canada Day 2017

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Canada Day is approaching and Brockville is hosting tons of activities for you to take part in all day long. From the opening ceremonies and cake cutting all the way to the fireworks after dark, there is non-stop fun for you and your family. We have assembled a time line below based on different participating areas in town. Think we missed something? Be sure to let us know! 
UPDATE: “A decision was made to postpone the fireworks from Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. to Sunday night at 10:00 p.m. due the weather forecast. We have no choice as the fireworks staff need at least 8 hours to prepare and unable to work on the barge when there is lightening.”
Update for access to Blockhouse Island on Saturday and Sunday:

The Regatta organizers will be honouring the 8pm free public admission to Blockhouse on Saturday to allow the public to take part in the local Canada 150 celebration and hear local bands. 
However – on Sunday night for the 10pm fireworks viewing, the public will not have free admittance to Blockhouse as it would be unfair to their ticket holders who have purchased tickets to the show. Instead, Centeen Park will be open to the public from 7pm on, and Hardy Park also offers a great view of the fireworks.

Parade, Ceremonies and Cake Cutting:
11:45am The Canada Day “March-up” from City Hall to Court House Green with the Mayor, MPP, MP, Rifles Commander, Police & Fire Chiefs, Councillors, Legion Colour Guard, Re-enactors, Pipe Band.  Dress in Red & White
12:00  (approx.)  Singing of O Canada followed by brief speeches from the Mayor, MPP, MP, Commanding Officer + presentation of 4 plaques recognizing 4 citizens of Brockville.
Officials retire – serve cake and cupcakes
Well-known local singer and entertainer A.J. Benoit & pianist Mary Ross-Comstock will perform a half hour Canada Day 150 show featuring many popular Cana­­dian songs!
Visit the Aquatarium on Canada Day with $10.50 admission
StrawBEARy Festival aka Teddy Bear Picnic in Hardy Park:
10am-6pm Craft & Vendor Village with barbecue, strawberry smoothies, fresh lemonade and strawberry shortcake
11am-4pm Teddy Bear Hospital & Adoption, face painting, kids crafts
11am-4pm Free Carnival Games & Prizes. Dress up as your favourite hero, prince/princess, fairy, rock star, Disney character or ‘Canada Day Theme’ and visit the 150th Anniversary photo booth
11:30am David Rowan
12:30pm Aline Daykin
1:30pm Wayne & Gael Bullard
2pm Cindy Smith
3pm Open Mic
3:30pm Pamela Anne Moffatt
4:15pm Children’s Songs & Dancing (at completion of teddy bear parade, followed by announcements/free draw prizes)
4:40pm Thrill Dancers
5pm Bourne to Rock
6:30pm Bordertowne Boys
8pm Bourne to Rock
 
1000 Islands Regatta (Blockhouse Island Parkway & Centeen Park):
10am Gates open
10:30am-4:30pm Hydroplane racing, kids zone and food vendors
5pm-11:30pm Canada 150 party with live bands including the Tony Silvestri Band with local Brockville bands opening including Brockville’s own The G-Men
($10 for a race pass for July 1 & 2; $30 for a full weekend pass including 54 40, Honeymoon Suite, Hydroplane Races, Canada 150 party)
8pm Public access opens to Blockhouse Island for Fireworks viewing (free of charge). Fireworks start at approx. 10pm
UPDATE: “A decision was made to postpone the fireworks from Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. to Sunday night at 10:00 p.m. due the weather forecast. We have no choice as the fireworks staff need at least 8 hours to prepare and unable to work on the barge when there is lightening.”

Update for access to Blockhouse Island on Saturday and Sunday:
The Regatta organizers will be honouring the 8pm free public admission to Blockhouse on Saturday to allow the public to take part in the local Canada 150 celebration and hear local bands. 
However – on Sunday night for the 10pm fireworks viewing, the public will not have free admittance to Blockhouse as it would be unfair to their ticket holders who have purchased tickets to the show. Instead, Centeen Park will be open to the public from 7pm on, and Hardy Park also offers a great view of the fireworks.

www.1000islandsregatta.com
 
Canada 150 Painted Canoe by Clayton Explores
10am-4pm (approx.) Stop by to see Clayton’s painted canoe on Water Street near the Tourism Office. A note from Clayton: “Over the past two years I have been paddling across Ontario and Southern Quebec and got to experience the most beautiful landscapes. What I hope to do with this project is to promote exploring Canada during this milestone year. I have a 16 foot Canoe that I will be painting with designs, symbols and iconic landscapes from across Canada. Once painted the Canoe will travel across Ontario on the Roof of my Mini stopping at various lakes and rivers where the canoe will be photographed and filmed. The canoe would also stop in city centres to promote exploring Canada. Later the footage will be put into a 5 Part short documentary video”
www.claytonexplores.com
 
Fulford Place and Homewood Museum         
10am-5pm: Mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation with free activities at Fulford Place and free admission to Homewood Museum.
Bring your family to Fulford Place for some good old-fashioned fun, from crafts to twisted balloons to historical games. Come early – the first 150 visitors will receive a free cupcake!
Homewood Museum in nearby Maitland, one of Ontario’s oldest houses, is also offering free admission on Canada Day. Get a glimpse of the life of Dr. Solomon Jones – a United Empire Loyalist and the area’s first physician – and discover the story behind the internationally known Red Fameuse apple. Highway 2 between Maitland and Prescott, locator #1372
 
Fireworks:
Fireworks after dusk (approx. 10pm) launched from a city barge located off-shore in front of the Rowing club area. Viewing from Centeen Park, Blockhouse Island, Hardy Park.
UPDATE: “A decision was made to postpone the fireworks from Saturday night at 10:00 p.m. to Sunday night at 10:00 p.m. due the weather forecast. We have no choice as the fireworks staff need at least 8 hours to prepare and unable to work on the barge when there is lightening.”

Update for access to Blockhouse Island on Saturday and Sunday:
The Regatta organizers will be honouring the 8pm free public admission to Blockhouse on Saturday to allow the public to take part in the local Canada 150 celebration and hear local bands. 
However – on Sunday night for the 10pm fireworks viewing, the public will not have free admittance to Blockhouse as it would be unfair to their ticket holders who have purchased tickets to the show. Instead, Centeen Park will be open to the public from 7pm on, and Hardy Park also offers a great view of the fireworks.

Other Fireworks viewing options:
Canada Day Fireworks and Dinner Cruise – 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises
7:30-10:30pm (Adults $70)
www.1000islandscruises.com

Pick up the 2017 Brockville & 1000 Islands Official Visitor Guide

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The staff of Brockville & 1000 Islands Tourism are proud to announce that the 2017 Official Visitor Guide and Road Map are now available in print.
The cover of this year’s guide features the soon-to-reopen Brockville Railway Tunnel, Canada’s First, featuring the state of the art LED lighting display by Phillips Lighting. When construction is complete in August of this year, the Brockville Railway Tunnel will once again be open in its entirety from end to end and will be open to the public during the day for visitors to explore. A grand opening ceremony will be held on August 12th following a parade and will take place on the grounds of the Rails to Trails Festival at Brockville’s waterfront from August 10-14. More information on the tunnel and the Rails to Trails Festival can be found in the centre spread of the visitor guide.
In addition to the tunnel article, you will also find an updated Festival and Events Calendar, Accommodation Information, a Downtown Brockville Summer Bucket List of activities (and a fun photo contest!), ideas for Shopping and Dining, and articles on Family Fun, Cruises & Castles, Scuba Diving, Arts & Culture, History, and 1000 Islands Parkway.
We invite you to stop by to pick up a copy and make yourself familiar with what will be happening in and around Brockville this year. Live out of town? No problem. Request a copy of the visitor guide here or download a digital copy.
Until the long-weekend in May, the Visitor Centre at 10 Market Street West in Brockville is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm and after that we switch to 7 days/week.

Brockville Cruise Line Selected as one of the 10 Best Boat Tours in Canada

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Recently we were proud to see 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises out of Brockville selected as one of the 10 best boat tours in Canada as selected by The Culture Trip. We love seeing anything from Brockville make it into a top 10 list, and our local cruise line is certainly deserving of this designation. No visit to the 1000 Islands is complete without getting out on the water by boat, and a cruise of this iconic region is the best way to see and learn as much as possible.
“Boat tours are an excellent way to experience Canada, as it’s home to many stunning lakes and has the world’s longest coastline. Tours around the country can take visitors to see whales, puffins, icebergs, fjords, waterfalls, and so much more. Here are 10 of the best boat tours in Canada.” – Hayley Simpson, The Culture Trip
Click here to see who else made the list!
 

Ontario Culinary Tourism Award Finalist

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Brockville’s Island Breakfast Nominated for Ontario Culinary Tourism Award

The ever-popular Island Breakfast on Refugee Island has become award worthy, being named among three finalists in the Ontario Culinary Tourism Event of the Year. The winner will be announced at Ontario’s Annual Tourism Summit in Ottawa to be held November 21-22 in Ottawa.
The awards, organized by the Tourism Association of Ontario, the Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation and the Culinary Tourism Alliance recognize groups who have made a significant contribution to Ontario’s tourism industry.
Island Breakfast takes place in June over four days and features local breakfast fare including local eggs (cooked in a variety of ways from a local supplier), maple syrup and strawberries, all from local farms. Over 60 volunteers contribute their time to transport, cook and serve some 1,500 visitors on Refugee Island.
“This event becomes more popular every year and is an ideal opportunity for people to experience the 1000 Islands,” explained David Beatty, Chair of the Volunteer Committee. “Many people would not have the chance otherwise to experience Island Life, and when you couple a ride on the river with excellent food and local entertainment, it is a perfect event!”
Island Breakfast has attracted visitors from as far away as Germany, England, China, United States and New Zealand along with many local residents. Since inception, the event has grown from attracting 700 visitors during a 3-day event to over 1500 patrons in four days.
Net proceeds from funds raised will go toward building a pavilion on the island.
Island Breakfast’s fellow nominees for this award are Beau’s All Natural Brewing Company’s Beau’s Oktober-fest and Spirit Tree Estates Cidery’s Family Day Wassailing Festival. Update: The winner of this category is Beau’s All Natural Brewing Company’s “Beau’s Oktogerfest” – congrats Beau’s!
More information on Island Breakfast can be found by visiting www.refugeeislandbreakfast.com

Summer 2016 Kick-Off Weekend

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With sunny days approaching, Brockville is getting ready to welcome Summer with a number of kick-off events signalling the start of what should be a busy tourism season. The Brockville Farmers’ Market is having their grand opening this weekend, which is a great sign of warmer weather and summer approaching. After two months of being open to the public and receiving feedback from their captive audience, the Aquatarium is also having their grand opening, and will be celebrating with special events throughout their grounds all weekend long. Join in the summer fun with all of these great events happening this weekend:

Aquatarium Grand Opening Weekend

Help celebrate the grand opening of Brockville’s newest waterfront attraction, the Aquatarium.

Friday May 6
9:30amRibbon Cutting CeremonyOutside
11:20amSmudging CeremonyOtter Habitat
11:30amOtter Feeding TimeOtter Habitat

Read the full weekend line-up on our earlier post devoted to the opening

Brockville Farmers’ Market Grand Opening

The Brockville Farmers’ Market vendor list is completely full for the 2016 season. Join them for our 184th season in Beautiful Downtown Brockville on Saturday May 7th from 8am-1pm. Dignitaries will be on hand to cut the ribbon and declare the market open. Lots of vendors! Come see what’s new this year at the Market! The Market is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from May to October.
Read more about the Brockville Farmers’ Market

Brockville Multicultural Festival

Join this community festival at the Brockville Memorial Centre for their 35th anniversary of this event on Friday May 6th from 5pm to 10pm and Saturday May 6th from 11am to 10pm. Join booths representing the following participating countries: Canada, Philippines, Turkey, Czech Republic, India, Netherlands, China, France, Belgium, Lebanon, Costa Rica, Ireland, Peru, Ukraine, Greece, and Caribbean. Also enjoy non-stop entertainment on the main stage with dance and music from around the world.

Jane’s Walk

Get to know your neighbourhood a little bit better by participating in Jane’s Walk for Brockville. This year’s theme is The Urban Zoo: Discover the various animals that frequent the habitat along Buell’s creek between Brock and St. Paul’s streets. We will observe life from the small to the complex, from insects to large mammals and birds. Walkers will note focal points along the trail for observing fauna during all seasons of the year. Meet at 2pm at the Elm Street bridge along the Brock Trail.

LiveHistory at Fulford Place Museum

During each hour-long show, audiences will step into a suspense-filled story, finding clues and unraveling mysteries as they tour this magnificent 20,000-square-foot Edwardian mansion.In Mary’s Odyssey, the audience will help a maid solve a mystery and uncover a long-hidden treasure.Catherine’s Creed calls on spectators to set Catherine free by piecing together a puzzle left by a recently deceased public figure. If you missed the shows two weeks ago when they first came to Brockville, you have a final chance this weekend.
Enjoy a few behind the scenes photos over on our facebook page

Rick Mercer at the Brockville Arts Centre

My Adventures in Canadian Television: An Evening with Rick Mercer: Rick Mercer’s top-rated, award-winning CBC show, The Rick Mercer Report—which routinely tramples even its American competitors in the ratings—features his trademark rants, hilarious (and informative) fake newscasts, commercial parodies, and comic encounters with famous Canadians, talking about Canada. There are only a few single seats left on the main level – grab your tickets while you can!
Buy your tickets online
 
 

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