Entertainment venues and trip ideas


Immerse yourself in a world of entertainment with our curated list of local venues and trip ideas. From vibrant theatres to scenic getaways, indulge in an array of experiences that promise excitement and unforgettable moments.

Gather in Grey

In partnership with Chef & Artist Roger Mooking - our first Culinary Ambassador - we invite you to Gather in Grey. Explore the flavours, stories and experiences that make Grey County a premier four-season destination. Watch our new video series to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of food stories and passionate storytellers that call Grey County home.  

Looking for ways to gather in Grey County? Check out the list of events below, and visit our website for more information and other great activities. We also have some helpful resources like itinerary and trip ideas to help inspire your getaway. Explore trip ideas to inspire your own getaway in Grey!

 


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Western Ontario Drama League Festival

May 14th-17th

Three community theatre groups-Kincardine, Woodstock and Goderich, are coming to perform and compete in Hanover May 14th-16th with a Gala Brunch and Awards on May 17th at the Carriage House (beside raceway) in Hanover.  

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BiblioArts Print and Book Arts Fair May 14-17 Owen Sound

May 14th-17th

BiblioArts is an annual teaching and marketplace event with the aim to support Grey-Bruce artists and fundraise for the Georgian Bay School for the Arts (GB Arts).

Symply Skynyrd Live at Blue Mountain Village

Symply Skynyrd - Live at Blue Mountain Village

May 16th

Turn it up this May Long Weekend with Symply Skynyrd, delivering the unmistakable sound of Lynyrd Skynyrd live in the Village. Expect iconic hits, high-energy performances, and a crowd that knows every word.

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Chalk the Lot

May 17th

Get in touch with your artistic side and make some sidewalk chalk art at the L.E. Shore Library! We’ll supply the chalk (and cold lemonade!), just bring yourself and your imagination. All ages welcome!

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OSAAVA Spring Volunteer Fair

May 20th

Join the Owen Sound and Area Volunteer Administrators for our Spring Volunteer Fair! Chat with 20+ local organizations to learn about how you can get involved in our community. Free to attend!

Introduction to Pyrography with Nick Davies | May 20, 2026

Introduction to Pyrography with Nick Davies | May 20, 2026

May 20th

Participants will learn the basics of pyrography.  You will have the opportunity to learn how to transfer and burn an image of your choice to the wood. Basic shading and other techniques will also be demonstrated. 

Marsh Marigolds: An Agricultural Thriller

Marsh Marigolds: An Agricultural Thriller

May 21st

Marsh Marigolds is a new play from the creators of Wingfield Farm - author, Dan Needles, actor, Rod Beattie, director, Doug Beattie. It is a penetrating look at organized crime's exploitation of the worldwide crisis in food production - it's a comedy.

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Camryn Ruthven - Reclaiming the Matriarchs - Our Roots Are Showing Concert

May 21st

Tending to ancestral embers, Camryn Ruthven (she/her) explores the Gàidhlig lineage through song, with a focus on honouring and reclaiming women’s traditions from the Gàidhealtachd (Scottish Highlands).

Shrek the Musical JR

Shrek the Musical JR

May 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 30th

It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance.

The Saugeen Artist Guild at the Hanover Library Art show and fundraising event. Art demonstrations by Guild members. 10% of all art sales are donated to the Hanover Public Library

The Saugeen Artist Guild at the Hanover Library

May 23rd

Art show and fundraising event. Art demonstrations by Guild members. 10% of all art sales are donated to the Hanover Public Library 

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Ginkgo Footprints First Annual Art Created Among the Gardens

May 23rd

An open, all-media art gathering for creatives of every kind.  For years, we have been fortunate to welcome plein air artists into our garden. We have also received many requests from artists hoping to create art in this inspiring space. Now, it is time for us to host an art gathering for artists who are interested in creating in our garden.

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2026 Art Supplies Sale

May 23rd

Attention all garage sale lovers: come find a bargain at The Gallery at L.E. Shore’s first ever Art Supplies Sale! This is a garage-sale-style market held on the front lawns of the L.E. Shore Library, featuring gently used arts and crafts supplies from the personal collections of your friends and neighbours. 

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Grey Gallery 8th Anniversary Celebration

May 23rd

Join us at Grey Gallery in downtown Owen Sound to celebrate eight years of showcasing original contemporary art.

Neustadt Lions Lobsterfest Poster Details Call 519-270-4156

Neustadt Lions 50th Annual Lobsterfest

May 23rd

Neustadt Lions 50th Annual Crab Steak or Lobsterfest.  Dinner from 4-8pm followed by Dance from 8pm-Midnight.  Proceeds go towards 4 local health campaigns.  This is a licenced event.

Eric Zweig, author, sportscaster, speaker

IVDAARA Speaker's Series - Hockey History Comes Alive

May 23rd

Eric Zweig shares the BEST hockey stories and YOU have a front row seat for this exciting look at Canada’s game. The bestselling author delivers the inside scoop on the athletes, the competition and the excitement of the sport. as he draws on his 40 years as a professional sports writer.

Bravery and Brilliance

Bravery and Brilliance

May 23rd

Juno award-winning Philip Chiu, one of Canada’s most celebrated pianists, joins us to perform Mozart’s dramatic and emotional 20th piano concerto. Prepare to be dazzled.

Dreamer: The Supertramp Experience

Dreamer: The Supertramp Experience

May 23rd

The world's most authentic tribute to Supertramp. Performing songs from the 'Crime of the Century' album, plus all of Supertramp's biggest hits: GIVE A LITTLE BIT, THE LOGICAL SONG, TAKE THE LONG WAY HOME, BREAKFAST IN AMERICA and more! 

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Sourdough Experience - Level I

May 26th

Come spend the day with like-minded people, learning about all things sourdough through a hands-on experience in a studio along The Saugeen.

This is a text ad reading: Foraging Wild Edibles in Spring takes place Tuesday May 26 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Lake Charles, Ontario. The costs is $40 to $60.

Foraging Wild Edibles - Spring

May 26th

We’ll take a taste testing tour through the forest and orchard property tasting plants that are truly wild and some that I have planted here too.  

Forbidden Nights

Forbidden Nights

May 27th

Canada, get ready! Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, the UK’s hottest male revue show straight from London’s West End. Unleash your inhibitions as they take you to a whole new level, delivering more than your wildest dreams! 

Anthony Tullo 28 Days Concert

Anthony Tullo 28 Days Concert

May 28th

Anthony Tullo is a Canadian southern rock and country artist making serious waves. Signed to Radar Love Records, led by four-time Juno Award winner and Hall of Famer Michael Hanson (former Glass Tiger drummer) Tullo is quickly gaining national attention.

Woodturning: Segmented Box with David Bell | May 29, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Woodturning: Segmented Box with David Bell | May 29, 2026 - May 31, 2026

May 29th-31st

Integrate your woodworking and woodturning skills to build this beautiful turned segmented box. Understand principles of design for segmenting, wood selection, turning technique and finishing. You will take home a delicate box and confidence with this popular style of woodturning.

A Free Celebration of Fun, Food & Mental Wellness

Keystone Playful Minds Family Fun Fair

May 29th

In collaboration with our community partners, we invite you to join us for a joyful day filled with smiles, positive energy, and playful minds. This special event is designed for fun, learning, and raising awareness about the importance of mental health for children and youth.

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Bingo Beats

May 29th

A Music Bingo Fundraiser in support of Love of Brian Farm Sanctuary!  Bingo Beats is a high-energy twist on our fave classic game - we're swapping numbers for song titles! Listen to short clips of songs and mark them off on your bingo card. No musical expertise required - just a good ear and a competitive spirit. 

Local flowers, fresh bouquets, and all the small-town charm you love.

Thornbury Flower Market

May 30th

Celebrate local at the Thornbury Flower Market on Bruce Street South! Local flower growers, fresh bouquets, and all the small-town charm you love. Make a morning of it – or stay all day. 

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Wheel & Ride Safety Festival

May 30th

Fundraising BBQ between 11:00a.m and 1:00p.m.  Obstacle course, rules of the road, with Owen Sound Police Service.  Bike maintenance with Scenic Cycle. Check out an Owen Sound Fire Truck & Grey County EMS. 

Hike for hospice 2026 with the grey bruce hospice foundation, may 9th in saugeen shores and may 30th in harrison park

Hike For Hospice | Owen Sound

May 30th

Hike for Hospice is an annual fundraising event that brings the community together to honor loved ones, raise awareness, and support compassionate end-of-life care at Grey Bruce Hospice. 

A poster promoting the car show, with an orange background and featuring a classic car on the front. The text reads Grey Highlands Secondary School Presents: 2nd Annual Chrome & Community Car Show. Entry by donation! Saturday May 30th, 10am to 3pm. 100 Toronto Road, Flesherton.

Chrome & Community Car Show

May 30th

Grey Highlands Secondary School is hosting their 2nd annual Chrome & Community Car Show. This show is planned by dedicated students in the automotive and technology programs. 

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Pizza Making 101: A Practical Workshop for Homemade Pizza

May 30th

Join us at Red Hen Artisanale for an exciting in-person workshop where you'll learn the art of making delicious homemade pizza! Whether you're a beginner or a pizza enthusiast, this hands-on workshop will teach you all the tips and tricks to create really great pizza at home.

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Owen Sound Ag Society Spring Fundraiser - Annual Cornhole Tournament & Barn Dance

May 30th

We’re bringing the energy back to the barn for a full day AND night of fun you do NOT want to miss!  2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament.  $250 CASH for 1st place.  Then keep the party going… BARN DANCE - 7 PM Line Dancing with Rhonda Laws and The Rowdy Outlaws. 9 PM – 1 AM Dance.

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Spring into Moreston featuring Voices for Climate Action

May 30th

Join us Saturday, May 30, 2026 in Moreston Heritage Village for a lively afternoon of music, heritage, and family fun - all by donation!  Enjoy live performances by Luke Wallace and David Sereda at 1:00p.m. and 2:30p.m., and celebrate the launch of Local Stories: Changing Weather.

Classical Spring with Sadie Fields & Ken Gee

Classical Spring: Sonatas and Miniatures

May 30th

This special Spring program includes Beethoven’s Spring Sonata and some of duo’s favourite things from past concerts—Mozart’s E minor sonata, Lili Boulanger’s Nocturne and Cortège, and Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir d’un lieu cher (Méditation, Scherzo, Mélodie). This concert will not be performed anywhere else.

Murder in the Commons, May 30, 5:30 pm

Murder in the Commons

May 30th

Step into a world of intrigue, laughter, and suspense at Murder in the Commons, an immersive dinner theatre experience at Harmony Centre Owen Sound. Begin with a lively reception featuring jazz, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres in The Commons—until a shocking “murder” sets the mystery in motion.

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New Growth: Spring Bracelet Workshop

May 31st

Let's celebrate the arrival of Spring with some fresh new jewelry! R.L.B Creations will expertly guide you in making your very own bracelet in the Thornbury Craft Co Taproom. Choose your pieces from the largest selection of semi-precious stones in Ontario and add one of your favourite charms, all while sipping on your new favourite drink!