Cambridge Celebration of the Arts

Cambridge Celebration of the Arts takes place each year on Father's Day weekend. This year, expanding to a 2 day festival!
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 Historical Galt City Hall 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 and features activities like crafts, giant games, vendors, exhibits, food and beverage vendors and so much more! 

Mark your calendars & join us

Friday, June 19th 2026

6p.m. - 10p.m.

and Saturday June 20th 2026

10a.m.-6p.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 in support of the Cambridge Arts Guild, 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! Visit the Cambridge 50+ Woodworkers Shop for a tour and information on all things woodworking. 

We are looking for amazing talent from the Cambridge and surrounding community to perform their talents and help make this event one to remember! Applications are now being accepted until March, 30th, 2026. 

Categories: 

Performing Artists

Literary Artists

Visual Artists

Apply to be an Artist in the
Cambridge Celebration of the Arts

Local High School Students!

Our volunteer committee connects with Cambridge highschools to feature talented students in our student visual art showcase. Email cca@cambridge.ca to get involved in this great opportunity. Your work will be on display at City Hall. 

Vendors! 

Are you a community group, local maker, crafter, artisan or creative and interested to have a booth on site at the event?

Email cca@cambridge.ca 

Artist Line Up:

Artists will be updated to this website in May! 

Please join us in congratulating the 2025 Winners & be sure to particiapte in the People's Choice Award ballots on event date

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. 
• Food vendors to be listed here by May
• 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 
  

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

This event is run with the support of a volunteer planning committee who meets monthly working with the City's Recreation Coordinator. We are currently seeking committee members for the Literary Arts Coordinator and an Outreach Assistant. If interested please email the Recreation Coordinator or call 519-623-1340 ext., 4277.

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