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Guelph Special Events and Festivals
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Here are the festivals for the Guelph community. There are many other festivals in the Kitchener-Waterloo area.
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Doors Open Guelph | End April | A celebration of this city's architectural heritage, Doors Open Guelph showcases many of Guelph's most historic and/or architecturally significant buildings, most of which are not normally open to the public. Many with free guided tours.
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Guelph & Area Multicultural Festival | Mid June | Over ten years of family fun celebrating the Multiculturalism of Canada . Featuring displays, vendors, performers, activities and contests. At Riverside Park. Admission free. 519-836-7482
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Elora Festival Fair in the Square | Early July | Summer Street Festival celebrating the Launch of the 28th season of the Elora Festival & Singers, music, Children's activities, art exhibits, food and more. Elora Civic Centre. 519-846-0331
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Festival Italiano | Early July | Enjoy the unmistakable tastes and traditions of Italy. Food, music, entertainment, eating contests, midway rides, and carnival games. Fun for all the family! At the Italian Canadian Club, Ferguson Street. Free Admission. 519-821-1110
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Fireworks Festival | Late July | This is a 3 day festival which has been well supported for 7 years . Entertainment includes a large car shows, amusement park, street entertainment, and live music, The spectacular fireworks display set to music. Make sure you don't leave before the Grand Finale. Wristbands good for the Whole Weekend; $5.00 per person. $25.00Family of Six; Children under 5 Free. Various locations. 519-323-4480
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Hillside Festival | End July | The three day festival, held since 1982 offersworld-class folk, hip-hop, blues, reggae, Celtic, Funk and the spoken word performed on five stages in a relaxing, non-commercial atmosphere. Other on-site activities include a children's play area, youth tent, healing arts & self-improvement workshops, a women's tent, artisan market, and an international food pavilion including vegetarian and vegan options. At Guelph Lake Island. Weekend and day tickets available starting at $35. Children 12 & under and seniors 65 plus are free. 519-763-6396
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Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games
| Early August | Scottish entertainment for the whole family This celebration of Scottish heritage and culture features traditional Scottish Heavy Events, Highland Dance, Bagpipe and Drumming Competitions, an twilight military-style Tattoo. Research your Scottish ancestors or tartan in the Genealogy Centre, listen to Jann Arden, explore life for early Scottish settlers in the Heritage Centre, stroll The Avenue of the Clans with more than 50 clans represented, shop for a little taste of Scotland from over 100 international vendors or take the wee ones to the McKiddies Centre featuring interactive events weekend-long. Weekend passes range from $32 to $40. Daily $13 to $22. Children under 13 free. 519-787-0099
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Antique & classic car show | End August | At Wellington County Museum & Archives, Fergus The event begins with a parade of vehicles which are on display after. Entertainment includes brass band and music of the 50's and the 60's. At Wellington County Museum & Archives, Fergus. Admission is $1 per person. 519-846-0916
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Guelph Jazz Festival | Early September | This is one of the leading Canadian jazz festivals combining both innovative and traditional styles. The Festival has obtained a high international reputation over its thirteen year life. Downtown Guelph. Admission Free. 519-763-4952
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Doors Open Waterloo Region | Mid September | Doors Open Waterloo Region has an annual "Doors Open" with free admission to more than 25 local heritage & architecture sites, some not normally open to the public. For more information call 519-741-5139
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Guelph Arts Festival | Mid October | Art Weekends Art Show and Sale featuring work by Guelph and area artists.. Local and area visual artists featuring paintings, photography, jewelry, sculpture, glass and more! Old Quebec Street Downtown Guelph. Free Admission. 519-827-1046
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Christmas Festival | Early December | Perfect start to the holiday season. Entertainment, lunch and Christmas baking will be in the Aboyne Hall. Entertainment, displays and activities. Santa arrives at 2:30! Wellington County Museum & Archives, Fergus. Admission $1. 519-846-0916
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