Caledon set to celebrate Culture Days with over 50 free events

September 5, 2025 (CALEDON, ON) – The Town of Caledon is getting ready for an exciting 2025 Culture Days Festival, happening from September 19 to October 12. As a recognized Ontario Culture Days Provincial Festival Hub, Caledon will host more than 50 free events and activities that emphasize the creativity, diversity, and cultural vibe of our community.

The festivities begin with a community flag raising at Town Hall on Thursday, September 19 at 1:00 p.m., officially marking the start of the festival. Residents and visitors are invited to attend this special opening event, which kicks off nearly a month of arts, culture and heritage celebrations throughout Caledon.

“Culture Days is about more than entertainment; it’s about celebrating the people, traditions, and creativity that make Caledon such a lively place to live,” said Mayor Annette Groves. “With over 50 free events, there’s really something for everyone, whether you want to try an art workshop, visit a studio, or join a community celebration.”

Festival Highlights

While dozens of workshops, performances, and interactive experiences are happening around Caledon, three key events stand out this year:

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    • Saturday, September 27 – Caledon East Community Complex
    • 1 – 6 p.m.
    • A full-day event with local artist-led workshops, live entertainment, an artisan market, and fun Family-friendly activities.
  • Caledon CultureFest
    • Saturday, October 4 – Humber River Centre
    • 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
    • A lively celebration of food, dance, music, and crafts that spotlight the different cultures and traditions in Caledon.
  • Caledon Studio Tour
    • Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5 – Studios all over Caledon
    • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on both days
    • A self-guided tour through local artists’ studios, giving a peek into their creative process.

“Ontario Culture Days showcases how dedicated the Town is to community vitality and livability,” said Judith D’Souza Soares, Commissioner of Community Services. “By offering so many free cultural experiences, we’re encouraging community spirit, showcasing some of the many reasons Caledon is such a great place to live and visit, and giving everyone meaningful ways to connect with the arts and celebrate Caledon’s talented artistic community.”

The full festival schedule, including details about events that require advance registering, is available at caledon.ca/culturedays.

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About Caledon

Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.