Events

On Now

Wed, Jan 08 - Sun, Feb 09

Dreamscapes

Dreamscape is Headwaters Arts' first of several themed member art shows to fill the walls of the Headwaters Arts Gallery in 2025.

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Future

Sat, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 26

Fire and Ice 2025

Get ready for our biggest event of the year! Fire & Ice 2025 is this weekend!

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Recent Events

Wed, Nov 13 – Sun, Jan 5

Artful Giving 2024

It’s that time of year again, Get ready to shop! Headwaters Arts Gallery is filled with extraordinary and delightful handmade, beautifully crafted and thoughtfully created items that are sure to bring joy to that special someone on your list this holiday season.

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Wed, Nov 6 – Sun, Jan 5

GRAND SCALE

Discover grand scale art for grand scale spaces by painter Janet Simmons Sweet!

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Wed, Nov 6 – Sun, Dec 8

Treasure

Witness Treasure, a solo art exhibit by resident artist Lydia Panart and adjust your scope to look beyond your own journey.

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Wed, Oct 16 – Sun, Nov 3, 2024

Ishkwanidiwin

Ishkwanidiwin is a celebration of Indigenous creativity and resilience, showcasing the works of five talented artists whose diverse practices honor cultural traditions while exploring contemporary expressions.

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Wed, Oct 9 – Sun, Nov 3, 2024

Perfectly Imperfect - Finding Beauty in the Broken

Find beauty in the broken with Perfectly Imperfect, a solo Encaustics exhibition by Karen Brown.

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Wed, Oct 9 – Sun, Nov 10, 2024

Migration – Moving Through

Experience the soulful and expressive artworks of CJ Shelton and Ann Randeraad in the Headwaters Arts Gallery.

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Wed, Sep 18 – Sun, Oct 6, 2024

Headwaters Arts Juried Art Show & Sale 2024

Discover stunning art works by artists from across Ontario at the 28th Annual Headwaters Arts Fall Festival Juried Art Show & Sale.

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Wed, Sep 4 – Sun, Sep 15, 2024

Orangeville Art Group's 52nd Annual Art Show and Sale

Join us for the Orangeville Art Group's highly anticipated 52nd Annual Art Show and Sale, upstairs in the Pond Gallery, from September 4th - 15th.

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Wed, Aug 14 – Sun, Sep 15, 2024

Organic

Join us for “Organic”, a solo art exhibition by Alina Lloyd, showcasing a vibrant collection of paintings that capture the beauty and vitality of the natural world.

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Wed, Aug 7 – Sun, Sep 15, 2024

Beyond the Frame

The walls are filled with a variety of bold, edgy, soft and subtle art works by twenty-six ultra-imaginative and creative artists.

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Thu, Jul 4 – Sun, Aug 11, 2024

DVA ARTISTAS | Inspired

Known for their collaboration on multiple projects over the years; Catherine and Gay are together again joining forces to feature and showcase their artistic creative talents during the month of July.

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Wed, Jul 3 – Sun, Aug 4, 2024

Trilogy

Headwaters Arts Gallery proudly presents, “Trilogy”, a dynamite members art show featuring over 90 works by three extraordinary and extremely talented Headwaters Arts members, Marnie Cooke, painter; Kathryn Thomson, glass artist and Lawrence Kristan, wood turner.

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Wed, Jun 5 – Sun, Jun 16, 2024

Of Mops and Feathers

Mayfield Secondary School is excited to announce its annual Grade 12 art show, "Of Mops and Feathers," showcasing the diverse and vibrant works of its talented student artists.

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Wed, May 29 – Sun, Jun 30, 2024

Where the Wild Things Are

Discover “Where the Wild Things Are” in Headwaters Arts fourth members’ art show of 2024 now in the Headwaters Arts Gallery.

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Sat, May 25 – Sat, May 25, 2024

Tapestry of Art and Music 2024

Headwaters Arts presents the 2nd annual "Tapestry of Art and Music”, a musically themed, art show & sale fundraising event on Saturday, May 25th, 2024 from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Sat, May 4; Sun, May 5, 2024

Spring Open House 2024

Join Us for Our 2024 Spring Open House: Spring Rejuvenation Mark your calendars and join us on May 4-5th to immerse yourself in a day filled with artistic exploration, hands-on workshops, and celebrations of springtime & Mother’s Day.

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Sat, May 4; Sun, May 5, 2024

Cultured Pearl Event 2024

The Pearl Goddess returns once again to Gallery Gemma in Alton Mill and you won't want to miss out. Have your hand picked pearls turned into the piece of your dreams!

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Thu, Aug 1; Sat, Aug 31, 2024

Fairy Doors Project 2024

Join us in adoringing our hiking trail with whimsical fairy doors and add a touch of magic to the grounds.

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Sun, Jul 14, 2024

JayWalking Alton: Historic Places Days 2024

Alton Mill Arts Centre is delighted to present Actor/Storyteller Jay Wilson's full-length tour, JayWalking Alton. Renowned for his captivating storytelling, JayWalking Tours feature unusual tales, told where they happened, guiding you through the heart of Alton with stories that resonate with the past and echo in the present.

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Sun, Jul 14, 2024

Historic Places Days 2024

Celebrate Historic Places Days at Alton Mill Arts Centre! Join us for a memorable day filled with history, classic cars, and community spirit on July 14th.

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Sun, Aug 4; Sun, Aug 18, 2024

Caledon Music Festival 2024

Get up-close-and-personal with exhilarating musical experiences this summer. Caldeon Music Festival returns to Alton Mill Arts Centre for their grand opening and closing shows of this year's festival.

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Sat, Sep 28; Sun, Sep 29, 2024

Fall Open House 2024

Join Us for Our Fall Open House 2024!

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Thu, Sep 19; Sun, Sep 22; Sun, Sep 29; Sun, Oct 6, 2024

28th Annual Headwaters Arts Fall Festival Show and Sale

Join us for the 28th Annual Headwaters Arts' Fall Festival Juried Art Show & Sale!

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Sat, Sep 28; Sun, Sep 29, 2024

Anzie Jewellery Event

Discover the world of Anzie at Gallery Gemma's first ever Anzie Jewellery Event!

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Sun, Oct 20, 2024

Empty Bowls Headwaters 2024

Guests choose one of the bowls, select a soup, pair it with fresh bread and enjoy a simple meal as a reminder of those less fortunate. The bowl is theirs to bring home. Get your tickets now and help the cause.

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Sat, Nov 23; Sun, Nov 24

Holiday Open House 2024

We are excited to invite you to our annual Holiday Open House Weekend, happening Saturday, November 23rd, and Sunday, November 24th. Join us for a festive celebration filled with unique artisanal shopping, beautiful live music, and stunning art. It’s the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season!

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Wed, May 1 – Fri, May 31, 2024

FORMS, FACES and SPACES, figuratively speaking!

As people, uniquely different, yet profoundly the same, this exhibition engages viewers in that age-old exploration of “Who am I?” and “What does it mean to be human?” A celebration of diversities and the commonalities that unite.

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Wed, Apr 24 – Sun, May 26, 2024

Choice and Chance

Come see the first member proposal show of the year in the Headwaters Arts Gallery featuring a dynamic range of abstract paintings and mixed media pieces by artists Nancy McNabb and Patrice Baker.

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Wed, Apr 3 – Fri, May 31, 2024

Cadence

A new show has arrived in Gallery 104. Bask in the beautiful photographic and mixed media works in this solo exhibition, Cadence, by Patty Maher.

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Wed, Mar 20 – Sun, Apr 21, 2024

Rejuvenation

Come brush away winter with us and enjoy Headwaters artist's interpretation of the new possibilities spring brings.

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Wed, Feb 14 – Sun, Mar 17, 2024

From the Heart

Headwaters Arts second members’ show of 2024 titled, From the Heart, is truly a heart-warming, deeply personal, and big visual presentation of works that speak to what “heartfelt" means to the 21 artists selected for this exhibition.

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Wed, Feb 7 – Mon, Feb 19, 2024

Beauty in the Beasts

We are happy to host Mayfield Secondary School's Regional Arts Program student's show Beauty in the Beasts.

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Wed, Jan 31 – Sun, Mar 3, 2024

Season Two

Season Two is a collaborative show by Deb Menken Art and Marnie Cooke. The beautiful journey into abstract by Deb Menken is perfect in combination with Marnie Cooke's graceful, flowing style.

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Wed, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 12

On The Rock

Explore the versatile works of Deb Menken in her solo exhibition On the Rock.

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