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.


Looking for something to do this week 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.
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Einstein! Celebrating 100 Years of General Relativity

Einstein! Celebrating 100 Years of General Relativity

July 23rd - 27th

Summer Theatre Season – Einstein! Celebrating 100 Years of General Relativity . July 23 to 27, 7:30pm. This multi-award winning and critically acclaimed show, written and starring Jack Fry, brings Einstein back from beyond, frustrated that no one has heard the real science history behind General Relativity.

Summer Soirée with The Milk Maid & Bivalve

Summer Soirée with The Milk Maid & Bivalve

July 25th

Dive into summer with seafood and charcuterie, and drinks! Join The Milk Maid Cheese Shop and The Bivalve Oyster & Libation Co. for a Summer Soirée pop-up event! 

The Great Dueling Pianos

The Great Dueling Pianos

July 26th & 27th

With year-round touring performances from Vancouver to Beijing, New York to Las Vegas, Edmonton to Orlando and around the world, The Dueling Pianos Show is truly a live entertainment experience that is one-of-a-kind!

Laugha-Cadabra: a Comedy Magic Show

Laugha-Cadabra: a Comedy Magic Show

July 27th

Join us at the Roxy Theatre for an afternoon of magic and laughter that is fun for all ages! You'll be treated to some amazing illusions, mindreading, and sleight of hand from 3 of Toronto's finest comedy magicians.

Reggae On the Mountain

Reggae On the Mountain

July 27th - 28th

Feel the rhythm at Reggae on the Mountain with Juno Award Winner Kirk Diamond! Get ready for irie vibes as he rocks the stage solo and with Pon Di Corna alongside Juno Award-Winner Kairo McLean!

Statue of Beautiful Joe, Canada's most famous dog

Sunny Sunday Tours of Beautiful Joe Park

July 28th

If it's sunny (aka not raining) visit Beautiful Joe Park , in downtown Meaford and enjoy a 30 to 45-minute guided walking tour of this shady oasis beside the Bighead River. 

An open jar of pickles.

Dill Pickle Workshop

July 30th, July 31st & August 1st

Join Adriene Mackenzie, of Adriene's Canning & Jamming for a pickle workshop jam-packed with fun, flavour, and helpful tips! This hands-on workshop covers all the steps to successfully prepare your dill pickles.

A square image with a photo of a tea service. At the top is a graphic that says "Tea on the Train" with an image of a teapot being poured. The top right says "In partnership with the Reach Centre." The bottom lists the dates July 11, July 17, and August 1.

Tea on The Train

August 1st

Join us at the CWHC on our historic Coach 4884 for the return of Tea on the Train! We are hosting three teas in partnership with the Reach Centre to nourish your body and mind. Tickets include tea and treats prepared by REACH. 

The Women’s Centre Grey Bruce ‘Afternoon Tea Party’

The Women’s Centre Grey Bruce ‘Afternoon Tea Party’

August 1st

Please join us for The Women’s Centre Grey Bruce ‘Afternoon Tea Party’ at Meaford Hall Arts & Cultural Centre on Thursday, August 1st from 2pm-4pm. Tickets are $55/person which includes afternoon tea.

Woodstock at 55

Woodstock at 55

August 1st

Juno award winning producer, musician and creator of such shows as The Last Waltz-A Musical Celebration of The Band, Everyday People, Oscar Peterson-Jazz Legend and the Man I knew, Lance Anderson joins Meaford Hall’s summer season with, ‘WOODSTOCK - @ 55 – An Anniversary Celebration!

Emancipation Festival banner, logo and event highlights

Emancipation Festival Speaker’s Corner – Friday, August 2

August 2nd

The Emancipation Festival, in partnership with Grey Roots Museum & Archives, invites you to a Speaker’s Corner event on August 2, 6 – 9 p.m. to celebrate 162 years of the longest continuous festival in North America!

Meaford Summer Fest 2024

Meaford Summer Fest 2024

August 2nd - 4th

🎉 Get Ready for the Most Exciting Weekend of the Year! 🎉 Meaford Summer Fest 2024 is coming August 2-4, and we can't wait to celebrate with you! 🌞🍦 

Family on big red chair

August Long Weekend at Blue

August 3rd - 5th

Prepare for an epic August Long Weekend at Blue Mountain Village! Featuring the dynamic performances of headlining artists SONSHINE & BROCCOLI and JAMES BLONDE, alongside interactive entertainment

Emancipation Festival banner, logo and images

Emancipation Festival & Picnic – Saturday, August 3

August 3rd

Join us to celebrate the 162nd Owen Sound Emancipation Festival and the longest and continuous festival in North America! The Emancipation Festival & Picnic takes place in beautiful Harrison Park­.

Emancipation Festival After Party - featuring the Blackburn Brothers - Heartwood Hall

Emancipation Festival After Party - featuring the Blackburn Brothers - Heartwood Hall

August 3rd - 4th

Get your groove on to live entertainment by the Blackburn Brothers - a band of brothers whose musical lineage traces back to R&B legend Bobby Dean Blackburn, whose legacy in the Toronto music scene spans over six decades

Statue of Beautiful Joe, Canada's most famous dog

Sunny Sunday Tours of Beautiful Joe Park

August 4th

If it's sunny (aka not raining) visit Beautiful Joe Park , in downtown Meaford and enjoy a 30 to 45-minute guided walking tour of this shady oasis beside the Bighead River. 

Emancipation Festival banner, logo and images

Emancipation Festival Gospel Sunday – Sunday, August 4

August 4th - 5th

Come out and enjoy some amazing live entertainment on the beautiful grounds in Moreston Heritage Village. Entertainment by: Liberty Silver and David Sereda and Community Choir

A hand-stretched pizza, cut into quarters, with fresh pieces of prosciutto draped across the top.

Pizza Making 101: A Practical Workshop for Homemade Pizza

August 7th

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.

The Songs of Peter Gabriel and Sting

The Songs of Peter Gabriel and Sting

August 7th

Classic Troubadours Live: The greatest songs by James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne & Carole King ...all in one unforgettable night! 


On Going Events:
Tea and Lunch at Billy Bishop Museum and a tour of two new exhibits.

Tuesday Tea and Lunch

July & August

 Lunch and tea will be available for either dine-in or pick-up at Billy Bishop Museum. We are offering a variety of sandwiches and wraps, desserts or pastries, and our exclusive Billy's Blend Tea. Coffee and lemonade are also on the menu. 

painting by Cindy Norton

These Eyes, an exhibition of Paintings by Cindy Norton

Until July 27th

This exhibition by artist Cindy Norton includes a series of expressionist paintings which emphasize the gaze of her subjects. Through the gaze, she seeks to invite the viewer to look past the presented facade.

Open Doors for Historic Leith and Trinity Annan United Churches

Open Doors for Historic Leith and Trinity Annan United Churches

Until August 25th

Historic Leith and Trinity Annan United Churches host their Open Doors every Sunday in July and August from 2-4pm. Older than Canada, and filled with history on the vibrant, charming rural communities of Leith and Annan.

Statue of Beautiful Joe, Canada's most famous dog

Sunny Sunday Tours of Beautiful Joe Park

Until August 25th

If it's sunny (aka not raining) visit Beautiful Joe Park, in downtown Meaford and enjoy a 30 to 45-minute guided walking tour of this shady oasis beside the Bighead River.

Hanover Music in the Square

Music in the Square

Until August 24th

Back for 2024, and now taking place on Saturdays through the summer in Heritage Square! Join us for a picnic in the park with live music and entertainment.

Promotional postcard for the 29th series of concerts every Wednesday at noon through July and August.

Noon Hour Series

Until August 28th

Join us for the 29th Annual Owen Sound Noon Hour Series. Concerts are every Wednesday 12:00-1:00pm through July and August at Georgian Shores United Church.

A black and white photograph taken from a hill on the east side of Owen Sound looking at factories and the grain elevator on the waterfront.

Heritage Harbour Walks

Tuesdays & Thursdays until August 29th

Enjoy an evening stroll along the waterfront with the CWHC’s Heritage Harbour Walks. James Giberson will entertain and educate on a 45 minute tour which will leave you with a deeper understanding of Owen Sound's history.

Two people dancing

Midweek in the Village

Until August 31st

Midweek Music Series: Ease into your weekday evenings with a laid-back journey of musical discovery on the Subaru Stage - on daily from 5-8PM, Monday through Thursday. 

An outstanding series of concerts by nationally known performers in an historic building with heavenly acoustics. Tickets at the Roxy.

Leith Summer Festival

Until September 14th

An outstanding series of concerts by nationally known performers in an historic building with heavenly acoustics. Tickets available at the Roxy.

 
For more great events happening in Grey County, check out VisitGrey.ca!