Exciting things are happening in the arts across North Hastings!

The Algonquin Arts Council is proud to support and promote local creativity through upcoming exhibits, performances, and community events. Scroll down for 2026/27 Event listings for more details — and mark your calendar for these highlights:

SPRING

• North Hastings Music Festival – Featuring emerging young artists and performers from across the region.
• Community Choir Spring Concert – Welcome the season with the North Hastings Community Choir.

SUMMER

• Mineral Capital Concerts – Family friendly, live music in Millennium Park all summer long.
• Bancroft Art & Craft Guild Summer Art Show & Sale – Gathering original works from artists across the province, live music and tasty treats.

FALL

• Bancroft & Area Studio Tour Weekends – Visit local artists in their studios and get a behind-the-scenes look at their creative process.

WINTER

• Bancroft Art & Craft Guild Winter Art Show & Sale – Celebrate the season with original works from local artists. Perfect for finding one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.

• North Hastings Community Band – with over 40 members, a vibrant Holiday concert at the Village Playhouse.

• Community Choir Holiday Concert – Experience the joy of the holidays with the North Hastings Community Choir

• Joyful Ringers – a unique experience – a beautiful handbell choir performing in local venues around the community.

THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

• A Place for the Arts – watch for new art installations and special events.
• Art Gallery of Bancroft – join us for monthly art openings and special events throughout the year.