Bay of Quinte Region

All You Need is Love - Belleville Art Association Gallery Show
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | 208 Front St, Belleville, 208 Front St, Belleville, K8N 2Z8
Belleville Art Association February Gallery Show
Runs from February 3 to February 28
Show opening February 7, 2 pm to 4 pm
Celebrate all things love and pick up some beautiful art

Where You Are: a play by Kristen Da Silva
2026-02-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Theatre in the Wings, 30 Bridge Street East, Belleville, K8N 1L6
Join us for a new Canadian comedy that’s as heartwarming as it is hilarious. The place is a porch in Little Current on Manitoulin Island, where city-transplants Glenda and Suzanne have lived together since Suzanne arrived single, penniless and pregnant thirty-three years previous. One is warm and industrious and the other brash and prone to late mornings, but the sisters are devoted to one another and spend laughter-filled days swapping stories about the locals and roping their appealing veterinarian neighbour, Patrick into various chores. This summer, an imminent visit from Suzanne’s daughter is about to complicate things. Amid a busy reunion week, the women are eventually forced to confront truths that will change all four lives forever. Where You Are is a hilarious and honest exploration of family, forgiveness and falling in love.
“A story about family that is at once laugh-out-loud funny and as warm as an August evening. ” — Norm Foster
Tickets available online from Eventbrite or call (613) 403-7329 to reserve.

Africa and the World concert featuring Cirque Kalabanté
2026-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Centennial Secondary School Theatre Auditorium, 160 Palmer Road, Belleville, 160 Palmer Road, Belleville, K8P 4E1
The African Arts Institute is sharing the exciting news that Cirque Kalabanté is returning to Belleville for a performance on February 14, 2026. All residents are invited to attend this not-to-be missed concert – bringing the joy of an African village indoors in the Belleville winter! Spend Valentine’s Day recreating the warmth of an African village with a joyful concert showcasing music and dance. Saturday, February 14, 2026: mark your calendars!
WON’MA AFRICA is a show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This performance shares the beauty, youth, and artistry of African culture. A colourful show vibrating with high energy, it represents the strength, agility, and life’s joys of young Africans. The audience will see acrobats execute gravity-defying moves, breathtaking contortion, brilliant dance choreographies. and human pyramids, all to traditionally-inspired West African rhythms. Welcome to the universe of Kalabanté Productions and prepare for an unforgettable journey.
WON’MA AFRICA, which means “Our Africa” in the Sousou language, is a smaller version adapted from “Africa in Circus”.
This exciting lineup also features Jennifer E. Brant, duo Ruth Mathiang and Kobena Aquaa-Harrison, and ISABELLA, a Belleville group of drummers.
$30 – General admission
$15 – Seniors
$15 – Ages 13 and under
$22 – Students
Tickets are available on eventbrite or by calling 613-970-6401. Reserve your tickets before January 1 to receive 25% off the ticket price. Just use promo code EARLYBIRD when you book on Eventbrite.
African Arts Institute extends sincere thanks to the generous support of the City of Belleville, Canadian Heritage, and the Algonquin & Lakeshore Catholic District School Board.
For more details, visit www.africanartsinstitute.com.

LIVE MUSIC: Tony Forbes @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2026-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
Tony Forbes blends soulful vocals with captivating originals; his songwriting is raw, relatable, and passionate. Reimagining classics, he delivers fresh, timeless performances. On stage, Tony’s warm yet fiery presence creates an unspoken connection with audiences, making every show a heartfelt journey. More than music, it’s an experience with a true artist.

Valentine’s Blues
2026-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
Come as you are, or come dressed in your finest Speakeasy attire. Dance the night away to some original blues music with the Reverend Freddie Vendetta!
Cake, special cocktails, prizes and fun! After your nice, romantic dinner (or not), what better place to be?
Doors open: 6:30
Music: 7:30 – 9:30
No cover

Quinte West Winter Games
2026-02-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-19 08:00 - 17:00
Experience winter fun at local winter sporting activities and events for the whole family during the Quinte West Winter Games this February!
Free and Discounted events between February 7th – February 22nd!
– Curling
– Hockey & Figure Skating
– Public Skating
– Skiing
– Snowshoeing
– Winter Games Closing Ceremony
.. and more activities added through February
See the full event schedule at: www.quintewest.ca/WinterGames

Sunday Blues Jam
2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
Sunday Jam at UpFront features Backtracks with Steve Fralick and friends.
The Jam is held on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 1 – 4 pm. All welcome!
Doors open: noon
Music: 1 – 4 pm
No cover
BYOG (guitar)
Licensed venue
Snacks and pastries

Tissue Paper Collage Art Lab at These 4 Walls (2 part)
2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | these 4 walls gallery, 22 Front St, Trenton, Ontario, K8V 6C5, Canada
Tissue Paper Collage Art Lab (2-Part Series)
with mixed media collage artist Brandy Ringelmann
Step into a playful, process-driven art experience designed to loosen your practice and expand your creative toolkit. This two-part Tissue Paper Collage Art Lab takes place on Sunday, February 15 and Sunday, February 22, from 1–4 pm in the inspiring space of These 4 Walls Gallery.
Part One | Sunday, February 15
Begin by building your own inventory of handmade tissue paper collage papers (wet-grade). Through guided facilitation, you’ll experiment with a wide variety of papers, paints, stencils, mark-making tools, and mixed media techniques to create rich, expressive collage backgrounds. This session is all about exploration, curiosity, and discovering what happens when materials are layered without pressure or expectation.
Part Two | Sunday, February 22
Using the collage paper inventory you created, you’ll move into building finished collage works on canvas board (you’re welcome to bring your own base as well). This session focuses on working loosely and intuitively, embracing layers, texture, and mark making. Many artists struggle with letting go of control—this process is intentionally forgiving and low-pressure, offering a safe space to practice working freely without commitment or perfectionism.
Your completed pieces can be framed, gifted, or photographed and turned into custom greeting cards for friends and loved ones. You’ll also take home your remaining collage paper inventory to use in future art projects.
About Art Labs
Art Labs are designed to introduce new techniques through facilitation while leaving ample room for self-discovery and self-directed learning. They are ideal for artists of all levels who want to experiment, refresh their practice, and reconnect with creative play.
For an even more immersive experience, charcuterie boards are available for pre-order. The gallery’s kitchen (limited menu) and bar will also be open during the sessions.
Come ready to explore, layer, and create—no pressure, just process.

Midwinter Melodies
2026-02-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Christ Church HM’s Chapel Royal of the Mohawk, 52 Church Lane, Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, K0K 1X0
Join the Moellman Family and guest soloist, Emily Spence, as they perform familiar and memorable pieces by Bach, Handel Schubert, Vivaldi and more! Tickets are $10 each and all proceeds support the Christ Church Restoration Fund. Tickets can be purchased from Charlie Maracle – 613-396-3424, Chief R. Donald Maracle – 613-391-9249 or Delores Maracle-Whalen – 613-919-9000 and will also be available at the door.

Be an Aviator: Family Day 2026
2026-02-16 10:00 - 15:00 | National Air Force Museum of Canada, 220 RCAF RD,, Trenton, K0K 3W0
ATTENTION FUTURE AVIATORS!
The skies are calling! Do you have what it takes to fly, lead, and serve? On Family Day, young recruits and their families will march through the National Air Force Museum of Canada on a mission to earn their wings, tackling hands-on challenges inspired by the proud legacy of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). From past heroes to future aviators, discover what it takes to Be an Aviator.
This Family Day (Monday, February 16th), join us at the NAFMC for our Be An Aviator Program. Participants will earn their wings by completing hands-on challenges inspired by RCAF training methods of the Second World War, including:
• Wireless School (Morse Code)
• Air Navigation School (Constellations)
• Flight Training
• Civilian Defence and Air Corps (Aircraft Identification)
• Flight Engineer School (Circuits)
Discovery Stations throughout the Museum encourage participants to explore the history of the RCAF:
• Uniform Dress Up
• Artifact Table
• Board Games
• Engines
• Aircraft Materials
Activities are available from 10:00am to 3:00pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is by donation.
Family Day Museum Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Family Day Programming Hours: 10:00am – 3:00pm
*Please note that Airpark access is subject to weather conditions.

Climate Change is Impacting Local Biodiversity and Ecosystems - A Conversation on What We CAN DO to Mitigate These Impacts
2026-02-16 19:00 - 21:00 | 100 College St. West, Belleville, 100 College St. West, Belleville
Our Feb meeting will be held Feb. 16th at 7 PM. Our main speakers will be Greg Dickson (Professor at Loyalist for their Biosciences and Computing Technologies program clusters) and Karrin Broadhurst (now retired to Belleville after a long career as an environmental consultant). They will be presenting “Climate Change is Impacting Local Biodiversity and Ecosystems – A Conversation on WHAT WE CAN DO to Help Mitigate These Impacts”. Please join us at Maranatha Church on Monday, Feb. 23rd at 7 PM (located at 100 College Str W.). All are welcome to this free meeting.

Past and Present 35th Anniversary Show at Gallery 121
2026-02-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-19 10:00 - 16:00 | 48 Bridge Street East, 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville, Ontario, K8N1L6
PAST AND PRESENT
GALLERY 121
35th Anniversary Show
February 10th – March 7th
About Gallery 121
Gallery 121 has spent thirty-five years presenting exceptional creative and imaginative works to the public. As a Registered Co-operative, the gallery is committed to fostering a vibrant space for artists and artisans to share their talents.
Anniversary Show Highlights
This commemorative exhibition will showcase a dynamic blend of artwork from both former and current members. More than fourteen former artists will have their pieces displayed alongside the works of today’s talented members, creating an exciting fusion of past and present creativity.
Join the Celebration
Guests are invited to the reception on March 14th from 2 – 4 p.m. to enjoy delicious cake, a variety of beverages, and the camaraderie of fellow artists. Immerse yourself in the creative atmosphere and celebrate the rich history and promising future of Gallery 121.

Meet You At the Root: Chase Cha Exhibition
2026-02-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Quinte Arts Council, 36 Bridge St. E., Belleville
MEET YOU AT THE ROOT
DRAWINGS OF CHASE CHA – CURATED SELECTION
Avoid it, fear it, overthink it—sooner or later it arrives, either as the thing that
undoes us or something we meet & come to terms with.
Chase Cha, a locally rooted & globally active adlib-artist, marks that
encounter through distorted growth and black & white oil-pastel drawings, a
chance to gaze through thine own prism.
Reception: Feb 5, 4:00-6:00
Exhibition: Feb 6-27
@chasecha.laocha

Crochet Tuesdays @ The QAC
2026-02-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Quinte Arts Council, 36 Bridge St. E., Belleville
Join the Bridging Communities project!
Bridging Communities – Crochet Circle with artist/educator Emebet Belete
Emebet’s current art project is Bridging Communities, a large-scale art installation where community members will create crochet, and cover the downtown Front Street Bridge in stripes, blocks and patterns! Over the past year, she has taught and involved students in six area schools in the art of crochet.
Open for youth and adults, experienced and beginners, individuals, families and friends!

Tractor Tuesday at UpFront Café
2026-02-17 19:30 - 22:30 | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
Tuesday music series featuring Bad Tractor and guests.

Vinyl Listening Party @ Meyers Creek Brewing
2026-02-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Meyers Creek Brewing, 60 Dundas St E, Belleville, K8N 1B8
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
Note: Occasionally we do a themed music night. Please check our website for more details.

Raise the Roof Concert Fundraiser
2026-02-18 18:00 - 22:00 | Little Texas Bar & Grill, 327 North Front Street, Belleville, K8P3C6, Canada
Don’t miss Raise the Roof—an energetic live music fundraiser supporting Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward–Hastings, presented by Harmony Homes.
This year’s event features Road Apples, Canada’s premier Tragically Hip tribute band, with local favourite Stone Orchard kicking off the night. Doors open at 6:00 PM at Little Texas Bar & Grill in Belleville.
Tickets are just $30, and quantities are limited. Proceeds directly support Habitat for Humanity’s work building safe, stable, and affordable homes for local families and children right here in our community.
Great music. Great cause. One unforgettable night.
Get your tickets before they’re gone.

Games Night at UpFront Café
2026-02-18 18:30 - 21:00 | UpFront Cafe – 313 Front Street, Belleville
A fun night of games with your friends! Bring your own game or choose many available at our cafe. Win prizes!
Doors open at 6pm
$5 cover goes towards your first drink
Licensed venue
Snacks and refreshments available

Benni’s Piano Bar
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 | The Cardinal, 56b Quinte Street, Trenton, K8V3P4
Make Wednesday nights unforgettable at Benni’s Piano Bar with the incredibly talented Benni Vandergaast, live at The Cardinal starting at 7PM!
With a mix of classic tunes, crowd-requested faves, and Benni’s one-of-a-kind style, it’s the perfect way to kick back, relax, and enjoy live music in Quinte West!

Songwriters Series with Deborah Lynn & Paul in the gallery ($10 min spend)
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00 | these 4 walls gallery, 22 Front St, Trenton, Ontario, K8V 6C5, Canada
Come and enjoy talent showcasing their original songs in our beautiful gallery setting. Your cover charge supports these emerging musicians.
PLEASE NOTE, THERE IS A $10 MINIMUM SPEND PER PERSON AFTER YOU PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS. Food and drink purchases are required to support the venue.
We are thrilled to host the Songwriters Series, an event designed to spotlight talented musicians and provide an intimate space for music lovers to enjoy live performances. It’s a fun-filled night with music enthusiasts. Experience the heart of Music City’s creative pulse with a Nashville-style writers’ round in the gallery. This intimate gathering showcases the raw talent and storytelling prowess of local songwriters, where audiences can enjoy the unique experience of hearing songs performed by the very artists who penned them. With a tradition that prioritizes music and songwriting, a writers’ round is a must-attend event for anyone seeking the authentic spirit of Nashville’s vibrant music scene. Discover the stories behind the songs in an environment that celebrates the art of songwriting. Charcuterie boards are available by pre-order only, be sure to add that to your seat purchases. Boards must be ordered 24 hours in advance, if you did not purchase with your tickets but would like to add one, please do so by calling 613-242-5165. To ensure the success of this event AND to compensate the artists, we have implemented a $10 minimum per person spend policy at the venue (in addition to the $10 cover charge). We recommend purchasing a charcuterie board for 2 at $35 and we have conveniently created a ticket add-on for you to choose. You can alternatively call/text 613-242-5165. Here’s why this policy is necessary and how it benefits everyone:
Supporting the Musicians: The cover charge collected at the door goes directly to the performers as their payment for sharing their art. Although a $10 cover charge does not pay them their worth, it is an arrangement that they are comfortable with.
Venue Sustainability: Hosting such events involves additional costs, including staff, setup, and maintenance. The $10 minimum spend helps the venue offset these expenses while keeping the event financially viable.
Enhancing the Experience: By encouraging guests to enjoy food and beverages during the event, we aim to create a lively and engaging atmosphere that complements the music.
Thanks in advance for your understanding and we appreciate your support for this new policy.
