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Cambridge Celebration of the Arts takes place each year, for one evening in June.
For more than 20 years, the event has showcased local artists and their visual, literary, and performing arts talent.
The event has two performing stages in Civic Square and Market Square, a literary stage inside City Hall Atrium and the visual art gallery is on display throughout the main floor of City Hall. The event attracts approximately 5,000 people to City Hall and surrounding area.
Mark your calendars & join us
Friday, June 13, 2025
from 5-10 p.m.
at Cambridge City Hall, 50 Dickson Street.
Enjoy local restaurants and market vendors on site. You will not want to miss Art Attic happening inside Cambridge Centre for the Arts, be sure to drop in. The Cambridge Fire Hall Museum will be open, you won't want to miss their Flames of Change photo exhibit on display!
Artist Line Up
Performing Artists:
| Artist | Time |
|---|---|
|
The MacQueens Undercover Empty Hours Group Therapy & The OCD Horns Cheryl Lescom & LTZ |
5 - 5:45 p.m. 6 - 6:45 p.m. 7 - 7:45 p.m. 8 - 8:45 p.m. 9 - 10 p.m. |
| Artist | Time |
|---|---|
|
Ayesha Ahad Avery Raquel Felicia Chaves Eunice Keitan Sammy Duke |
5 - 5:45 p.m. 6 - 6:45 p.m. 7 - 7:45 p.m. 8 - 8:45 p.m. 9 - 9:45 p.m. |
Literary Artists: City Hall Atrium Stage
| Artist | Time |
|---|---|
| Valerie Thomson | 5:15p.m. |
| Marvin Colebrooke | 6p.m. |
| Paul Bender | 7:15p.m. |
| Dan McQuain | 8p.m. |
| Shannon MacKinnon | 8:30p.m. |
Visual Artists: Atrium and Bowman Room
| Visual Artists |
|---|
|
Alex Krajewski Alyssa Death Brenda Hummiford Christina Grant/Rosemary Grant Christine Campbell Deb Flynn Dina Rehanek Ginny Carnevale Jacqui Mason Jessica Penney Joe Lethbridge John Richer Kat Looby Katie Rawlings Kendra Lightfoot Kirit Mistry Lisa Leskien Maria Antoniv Melissa Rempel Olivia Brouwer Pieter Zantinge Rae Azzopardi Steve Delahunty Sumaira Tazeen Tara Markov Valerie Armada Valerie Thomson Vanessa Pejovic Wayne Reardon |
Student Visual Artworks: Atrium and Bowman Room
| Highschool Participant |
|---|
| Galt Collegiate Institute |
| Preston High School |
| Glenview Park Secondary School |
| Jacob Hespeler Secondary School |
|
École Secondaire Catholique Père-René-De-Galinée |
|
Southwood Secondary School |
Please join us in congratulating the 2025 Winners
People's Choice Winner for Visual Art - Adult: Rae Azzopardi!
People's Choice Winner for Visual Art- Student: Chloe Tseng of Preston High School!
What to expect at the celebration:
- Over 50 professional, local and amateur artists shining their talents in music, poetry and visual arts
- Come hungry! Food vendors and restaurants will be on-site.
- Joey Doggs
- Bombay Sizzler
- Cambridge Farmers Market
- Greek Street Gyro
- Cambridge Restaurant
- Choun Kitchen
- Donkey Kone Icecream
- Two free parking lots are available - Beverly/Wellington Street Parking Lot & Cambridge City Hall Parking Lot
- Rain or Shine event
- Enjoyment for all ages
- Free admission
- Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase from our beverage partner Farm League Brewing!
Find your way around
Event accessibility
- If you require accessible accommodations, please contact event staff prior to the event
- Accessible washrooms are available
- Accessible drop off area will be available off of Cambridge Street
- Bus routes are nearby. Use the Grand River Transit website to plan your route.
Sponsorship
Thank you to our sponsors!
Volunteer
Are you interested in volunteering at the event? Apply Now
Volunteer for Cambridge Celebration of the Arts! This event showcases local artists and their visual, literary, and performing arts talent and has been held annually for more than 20 years. The minimum age to volunteer is 13 years of age. Volunteer duties can include: event setup, takedown, information booth, volunteer helper, and event greeter. Volunteering with Celebration of the Arts is a great way to collect volunteer hours and give back to your community.
Email the Recreation Coordinator or call 519-623-1340 ext 4277 for more information.
Committee Members
We are currently seeking a committee member for the position of Literary Arts Coordinator. If interested please email the Recreation Coordinator or call 519-623-1340 ext., 4277.
| Responsibility | Name |
|---|---|
| Chair | Les Kadar |
| Staff Liaison/Recreation Coordinator | Megan Hooper & Ashley MacSporran |
| Performing Arts Coordinators | Dennis Napper & Kristine Dearlove |
| Promotions/Social Media Coordinators | Deanna Wells |
| Visual Arts Coordinator | Ingrid Talpak |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Bill Ashwell |
| Literary Arts Coordinator | Recruiting - email cca@cambridge.ca |
| Vendor Coordinator |
Rosalyn McKay |
| Youth Visual Arts Coordinator |
Zenen Treadwell |
Traveling by bus
Visit the Grand River Transit (GRT) website for the best route and schedule that is right for you.
Accessibility
Please note, evening events will use lighting that may be disruptive to people who are sensitive to light.
For questions regarding accessibility for any event, contact Inclusion and Accessibility Services.
Stay Connected
All inquiries please email cca@cambridge.ca
Follow our events team on Instagram @cambridgecelebrates and the City of Cambridge @cityofcbridge