Town of Caledon seeking participants for the 2026 Culture Days Festival

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May 29, 2026 (CALEDON, ON) – Culture Days returns again in September, and we are looking for artists to be part of the Caledon Studio Tour, artists, vendors and performers for our Caledon Creative Arts Festival, and artist and event proposals for the 2026 festival. Culture Days takes place from September 18 to October 4. Caledon ranked in the top 10 nationwide last year and was #3 in the country for a small municipality festival. Let’s keep that trend running!

A national celebration of arts, culture, and heritage, Culture Days features 16 days of free, hands-on, “behind-the-scenes” experiences with local creators.

The Town is currently seeking local performers, artists, workshop leaders, and organizations to host participatory events that will shine a spotlight on Caledon’s creative and cultural vibrancy.

Flagship events in this year’s festival include:

  • Caledon Creative Arts Festival – Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Caledon East Community Complex
  • Caledon CultureFest – Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Humber River Centre
  • Caledon Studio Tour – October 3 and 4, 2026, at studios across Caledon

“Caledon is home to an incredible community of artists, creators, and cultural organizations whose work helps make our town such a dynamic and welcoming place,” said Mayor Annette Groves. “Culture Days brings people together through shared experiences, strengthens community connections, and shines a spotlight on the creativity and diversity that make Caledon unique.”

Opportunities for Participation

Applications are currently open for the following until Friday, July 10, 2026:

  • Call for Culture Days Proposals
  • Call for Studios for the Caledon Studio Tour
  • Call for Performers, Vendors, Workshop Leaders, and Food Vendors for the Caledon Creative Arts Festival

Applicants must submit an event or activity proposal for consideration. Successful proposals may be eligible to receive up to $400 in partnership funding to bring the idea to life.

To apply visit Caledon.ca/CultureDays.

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Media Contact:

Communications
905.584.2272 | communications@caledon.ca 
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon

 

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 Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter).