September 19th-21st
Sculpture Garden Self Guided Tour
Take a self guided tour through our sculpture garden situated by the Gananoque River. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and bring a picnic or grab an ice cream cone!
Location: Confederation Park,10 King Street East Gananoque, ON
Friday September 19th:
Face to Face 3 Portrait Show
7:00-8:30pm
A fun, community-oriented, open portrait show!
Now in its third year, Face to Face continues our annual exploration of portraiture in all its forms. Open to artists working in any medium—painting, drawing, handmade prints, collage, clay, mixed media, or small sculpture—this exhibition invites both traditional and experimental approaches to capturing the human face. Mounted in September as part of Ontario Culture Days, Face to Face 3 offers a unique opportunity to share your perspective and explore the meeting of two stories: your own and your subjects.
Location: Gananoque Arts Network
167 King Street East Gananoque, ON
Porch & Patio Concerts -Spencer Evans Trio
5:00-7:00pm
The Spencer Evans Trio plays fun and lively renditions of Popular Classics, Jazz and Soul, Blues, Country, Rock and Roll, and we always welcome requests! Featuring Spencer Evans on Piano, Clarinet and vocals and stalwart veterans Bob Arlidge on Bass and Ronnie Hackett on drums.
Location: Pistachio's Patio
390 King Street East Gananoque, ON
Saturday September 20th:
Fish Tales Crafts on The River/Artists Alley/Taste of 1000 Islands
10:00am-4:00pm
Crafts on the River features local artisans, music and performances. This year we will feature the Artists Alley showcasing the work of the members of Gananoque Arts Network and The Taste of 1000 Islands, featuring local food and treats. Musical guests Head Over Heels will be performing as well as a surprise dance performance.
Location: Gananoque Town Park,30 King Street East
Gananoque, ON
Artists Alley- Meli Cottrill
10:00am-4:00pm
Painted elements artist Meli Cottrill brings the fae to life through her vibrant visual art, surrounding them with natures elements of forest flora. Providing offerings of original art, prints and postcards.
Location:Town Hall Park, 30 King Street East
Gananoque, ON
Artists Alley - Susan Halle
10:00am-4:00pm
Susan Halle will be sharing her paintings, prints and works on paper. Susan is a former art director, graphic designer and fabric upcycler. Originally from Montreal, she has settled in the lovely town of Gananoque and focuses on teaching yoga, building community and making art.
Location: Town Hall Park, 30 King Street East
Gananoque, ON
Fish Tales- Saturday Night Concert
6:30-9:30pm
Joel Stone comes alive for one last blast of the summer with an exciting concert featuring our local bands Lost Channel, Link Traynor and The Russells
Lost Channel is Mike Bishop, Matty Brown and Pete Mitchell. Formed in 2018 and inspired by life in the 1000 Islands, they play, write and arrange musical ideas of their past and the present.
Link Traynor is a four-piece band made up of well-seasoned local musicians with a long list of credits to their names. Norbert Lepage, a bilingual award-winning singer-songwriter, has been playing the local pubs for the past 25 years. Kevin Head, well-known local singer-songwriter, guitar slinger and vocalist. Half of the fantastic duo Head Over Heels, Kevin brings his passion for the music to every song he plays. Bassist Scott Dwyre, has been a musical force in the Gananoque area for the last 30 years, playing with various local bands. Local drumming legend Sandy Mackenzie, sets the tone and makes sure everyone is tight and on time.
Together, this exceptional group of musicians have come together to form Link Traynor. Playing a mix of original, bilingual songs and a varied list of covers.
The Russells are husband and wife duo Steve and Jayne Russell. They play a wide range of original and covered artists, spanning the gamut from international superstars to lesser known local favourites.
Location: Joel Stone Park, 125 Water Street
Gananoque, ON
Porch and Patio Concerts -Triola Trio
2:00-3:00pm
Triola Trio is one of Kingston's most sought-after String groups. Members of The Kingston Symphony, Gisele Dalbec Szczesniak, Claire Fagan and Eileen Beaudette offer a wide variety of musical styles, from "Pachelbel" to "Coldplay", sizzling Tangos to Toe-tapping fiddle tunes, mixed in with a few Jazz Standards. "Elegance and exquisite performance in this unique string combination"
Location: 1000 Islands History Museum Veranda
125 Water Street Gananoque, ON
Porch & Patio Concerts- Chantal Thompson & The Jazz All-stars
5:30-6:30pm
Chantal Thomson, Zak Colbert, Rich Bannard, Dave Barton and possibly a guest horn player. Our local legends, affectionately known as the All Stars, will be playing Jazz original music, re-imagined standards, full of soul and hot chops.
Location: Pistachio's Patio, 90 King Street East Gananoque, ON
Porch & Patio Concerts- Kate & Scott
12:00-1:00pm
Scott Burns and Kate Rombough are a dynamic musical duo best know for fronting The Stares, a high-energy classic and modern rock band hailing from Kingston, ON. They have laid down roots in Gananoque and have brought to life acoustic stages in and around the 1000 Islands with their passionate and memorable performances of classic, popular and modern rock hits. Come out and be wowed by their eclectic song selection, enchanting harmonies and the ability to transport you through the musical ages.
Location: Moroni's Patio, 155 King Street East
Gananoque, ON
Porch and Patio Concerts- Abby Stewart
4:15-5:15pm
Abby Stewart is a powerhouse Country singer/songwriter from Kingston. Her voice blends classic country with pop/rock energy and emotional depth. Her passion for music has taken her across Canada and to Nashville where she has collaborated with some of Music Row's most respected songwriters. Powerful voice! Engaging stage presence!
Join Abby and her great band on the Bulloch House Verandah.
Location: Bulloch House, 199 Pine Street
Gananoque, ON
Porch and Patio Concerts- Jeff Callery & Shaun McCollough
3:00-4:00pm
Jeff Callery: Brockville’s Jeff Callery, a seasoned singer-songwriter, weaves folk/rock/country into a soulful sound echoing James Taylor and John Mellencamp and Blue Rodeo. With decades of performances across Ontario, Quebec, and New York, he’s captivated audiences at bars, fairs, and festivals. A ’99 NY State Tru Value Country Star Search champ and ’07 NY State Colgate Country Showdown winner, with a national semi-finalist nod, Jeff’s raw, heartfelt vocals and stage presence make every show a must-see!
Shawn McCullough: Ontario’s Shawn McCullough, a virtuoso guitarist and singer-songwriter, delivers electrifying folk/rock/country with an alternative twist. Known for his dynamic showmanship, he’s toured with Jason McCoy and rocked stages in many local and touring bands. Shawn’s masterful guitar work and soulful lyrics ignite venues like The Cove Inn, creating unforgettable performances that resonate with fans craving authentic, high-energy music!
Location: Watson House, 126 John Street
Gananoque, ON
Porch & Patio Concerts- Mauricio and the Latin Beat Band
1:30-2:30pm
Back by popular demand, crowd favorite Mauricio returns with his electrifying Latin fusion stylings that lit up the stage last year!
Location: MacDonald House, 298 South Street
Gananoque, ON
A Weekend Celebration of Legend, Lore & Life Where the Rivers Meet
20th:10:00am-9:00pm
21st:11:00am-4:00pm
This year, Gan Arts Fest will be celebrating life on the river with a weekend of music, magic and a large scale puppet parade on the waterfront at Joel Stone park. We are excited to bring Toronto artist Catherine Moeller and her fantastic puppets to town and engage our community in the weekend events. Concerts, Indigenous storyteller and musician David Maracle, an art show and sale and a puppet parade like no other!
Location: Joel Stone Park, 125 Water Street
Gananoque, ON
Sunday September 21st:
David Maracle Indigenous Story Telling and Musical Performance
12:00-2:00pm
David R. Maracle, Bear Clan, Tehanenia’kwè:tarons – (Cutter of the Stone) has been crafting his artistry since 1985, from his home community of Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka-Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. Through his magnificent prize-winning stone sculptures, musical compilations and all aspects of his entrepreneurial ventures as a business owner on his Indigenous Territory, David brings to life the ancestral teachings of the Haudenosaunee People.
David’s originals in stone sculptures are celebrated worldwide, with many corporations and private collectors owning his work, including the estate of the late Nelson Mandela, the Emperor of Japan, Dan Aykroyd and Loretta Lynn.
In addition to being a world-renowned sculptor of stone, David is also an international award-winning multi-instrumentalist, musician, poet, composer and producer who has released over 18 musical compilations and scores for various award-winning documentaries during his multifaceted career. To date, David has received two Gold Records from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for his world fusion ambient melodies of the Iroquoian Love Flute and his personal collection of rare world instruments.
We are honored that he will be sharing his stories and unique music on our stage at Joel Stone Park.
Location: Joel Stone Park, 125 Water Street
Gananoque, ON
Porch and Patio Concerts- Cliff Edwards & Friends
2:30-3:30pm
Cliff Edwards is a singer/songwriter/ performer and producer originally from Montreal . As former member of the band THE BELLS, he achieved International success with the million-selling hit song STAY AWHILE. He had recorded 5 albums with them as well as 4 albums he has recorded as a solo artist . He is accompanied by two very talented musicians Ken Hall on keyboards and vocal and Dan Kasaboski on guitar and vocal. Currently Cliff has recorded a CD UNDERCURRENT of original material. Catch his easy-listening concert !
Location:Thousand Islands Boat Museum, 125 Water Street Gananoque, ON
Catherine Moeller's "Fish Tales: The Parade"
12:00-4:00pm
Catherine Moeller will design and build puppets and parade elements—including banners, flags, and costumes—as part of a collaborative community initiative. Moeller will engage local residents in workshops leading up to the outdoor fall event, with the parade taking place along the town’s historic main street. The parade’s theme, urban wildlife, raises awareness of animals that once lived in the area and those that remain or have returned.
Location: 125 Water Street
Gananoque, ON