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Elora Centre for the Arts

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Elora Centre for the Arts

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Outdoor art pathway and picnic area with live music performance pavilion, in a historic school house on 2 acres in downtown Elora. Visit our on-line virtual art gallery shop at https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/galleries/virtual-gallery-shop/

The Elora Centre for the Arts is a charitable organization and unique community resource that fosters creativity, a high level of artistic expression, and th

e belief that a vibrant arts centre is integral to the health of our community. Our vision is to develop and strengthen an open and accessible non-profit arts and cultural centre that promotes, teaches and nourishes the arts and arts appreciation through exhibitions, programs, and performances. The Elora Centre for the Arts is located in a restored, three-story limestone school house in one of Ontario’s most picturesque villages. We are located in the heart of the village, steps from downtown and cross from the Grand River and Bissell Park. We have a main gallery space where artist exhibitions are featured ongoing throughout the year. A second gallery and artisan shop features an artisan shop with handmade and artist-designed pieces. Admission to the gallery and Artisan shop are free (by donation if you wish). Throughout the year, live music performances and special events are hosted in the gallery or out in our yard. Our classroom space is utilized for creative workshops for adults and youth. The building consists of 10 large classrooms converted to provide over 10,000 square feet of dedicated studio, gallery, and performance space. It is the vision of the ECFTA to provide a facility that enhances cultural life in the region through the fostering of art practice and presentation, production and reception. The Elora Centre for the Arts is firmly grounded in the belief that contemporary art in all its various forms has the capacity to nurture the lives of those living, working, and visiting here. We view the arts as part of a healthy functioning society and participation in the arts as integral to the health and happiness of our communities. Hence, we provide transformative educational opportunities to art-makers of all ages and skill levels. Our programs and workshops are designed and led by professional artists and arts educators from a variety of backgrounds whose foremost goal is to foster creativity in a fun, inclusive and nurturing environment. At the ECFTA, it is our mandate to instill a life-long love of learning through the arts. The Centre is a space where visual and media arts, music, dance, theatre, and the literary arts can come together and thrive. The Elora Centre for the Arts is a Charitable Organization - Charitable Registration Number: 86123 1314 RR0001

08/31/2026

🎶 THE LAST FREE CONCERT OF THE SUMMER! 🎶

Can you believe it? Summer is coming to an end, so let’s send it off with one BIG night of live music! ☀️🎉

Join us THIS THURSDAY from 6–9 PM for the final Open Sky Live Music Series concert of the summer! Bring your friends, grab a picnic blanket, enjoy some delicious food, and soak up those last summer-evening vibes at the Arts Centre. 🌅🎵

And because it’s the LAST ONE OF THE SUMMER… we’re making it extra special:
🍻 50% OFF ALL BAR & CONCESSION ITEMS! 🍿

🎤 FIRST SET | Matthew James | 6:00–7:15 PM
🎸 SECOND SET | The Bearskins | 7:45–9:00 PM

It’s going to be a fantastic night of live music featuring two incredible acts. You definitely won’t want to miss this one!

🌮 El Milagro Food Truck | Starting at 5:30 PM
Come hungry for tacos and burritos!

🍹 CAMPER BAR & CONCESSIONS
Our camper bar will be open and serving refreshing drinks and snacks — and remember, everything is 50% OFF!

✨ FREE / PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN ✨

The Open Sky Live Music Series is presented in partnership with our friends at Tribute Homes, Sorbara Group of Companies and My Storybrook Homes.

💛 A HUGE THANK YOU!
This series wouldn’t be possible without our amazing volunteers and generous sponsors!

Event Sticker Sponsor: SV Law
In-Kind Sponsors: Elora Brewing Company & Founder's Original

🎶 Talent Curation:
Thank you to Canada's Music Incubator (CMI) and Courtyard Concerts for presenting Matthew James, and Spencer Shewen for presenting The Bearskins.

🌞 One last summer night. Two incredible acts. Great food. Cold drinks. And 50% OFF!

Let’s end summer the right way — together under the Open Sky! 🎶✨

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08/30/2026

Artisan Shop and Gallery FALL HOURS! 🍁

Starting September 1st we will be reducing our hours. The Artisan Shop and Gallery will be open Wednesday to Saturday 10-4 and Sunday 12-4.

08/26/2026

✨ WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK AT THE ARTS CENTRE! ✨

There’s lots happening at the Elora Centre for the Arts as we head into the final days of summer and look ahead to a busy fall! 🎨🎶

🌀 STAN OLTHUIS: INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION
Stan Olthuis’ exhibition is still in the gallery for the next couple of weeks! Come experience it while you can. Explore ancient geometry through interactive pieces you can touch, move, and create with. Take your time, get curious, and find your own connection to the exhibition.

🎶 ADDY-TUDE ANNUAL CONCERT — SEPTEMBER 19
Tickets are on sale now for our annual ADDY-TUDE concert on our spectacular outdoor stage! Join us Saturday, September 19 for an afternoon and evening of incredible live music, community, and connection.

Headlined by TALK, the concert will feature an amazing lineup of artists throughout the day. Most importantly, this special event brings our community together while raising funds for childhood sarcoma research in support of SickKids Hospital. ❤️ Team Addy

🎨 STUDIO TOUR OPENING RECEPTION — SEPTEMBER 17
Another exciting fall event is just around the corner! The Arts Centre is proud to host the opening reception for the Studio Tour on Thursday, September 17. Come celebrate local artists and get ready to explore studios throughout the region. Elora Fergus Studio Tour

🕰️ SUMMER HOURS ARE WINDING DOWN
As summer comes to a close, so do our extended hours. Starting September 1, the Artisan Shop and Gallery will be open:

Wednesday–Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM
Sunday | 12–4 PM

Stop by, explore the gallery, shop local, and enjoy everything happening at the Arts Centre! 💛

08/25/2026

Two Creative Water-Themed Camp Weeks Kept Campers Cool & Inspired!
Check out what our Elora Centre for the Arts campers have been up to the last 2 weeks!

During Ocean Odyssey & Underwater World camp weeks for 7-12 and 4-6 year-olds, artists dove deep into the wonders of their imaginations, creating ocean-inspired artworks and letting their imaginations swim freely through hands-on projects and creative play.
It was 2-weeks filled with so much making! Mini Sardines in Tins, Sea Creature Collagraph Tote Bags, Clay Floral Reefs, Mixed Media Aquariums, Coffee Filter Jellyfish, Paper Mache and more!

We are always inspired by the enthusiasm and imagination our campers share with us each week.
Just one more week to go!
Stay tuned for more amazing artwork and camp memories as we wrap up another awesome summer at the Arts Centre!

Thank you to Art-Educators Alexa Collette, Leah Ferguson, and Grace Mulligan for 2 weeks of ocean-packed projects and outdoor creative play.
And to Summer Camp Team leaders, Ariana, Ava, Emily, Julie, Sonia, Thea, and high school student volunteers Keeley, Iyla, Ruby and Koelle!

08/16/2026

OPEN SKY CONCERT THIS THURSDAY! 🎶☀️

Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer evening? Join us this Thursday, August 20th, for another incredible night of outdoor live music at the Elora Centre for the Arts!

This concert, presented in partnership with Cachet Homes, features two outstanding artists:

🎤 Bella Frances | 6:00–7:15 PM
Bella Frances brings a fresh country/singer-songwriter sound to the MacDonald Pavilion Stage, with heartfelt songwriting and a captivating live performance.

🎤 Poppy Miers | 7:45–9:00 PM
Poppy Miers blends folk, soul, country and rock into a unique sound that's sure to have you settling in and enjoying the evening under the open sky.

Admission is FREE or pay-what-you-can!

🌮 Los Rolling Tacos will be serving delicious Mexican street tacos starting at 5:30 PM!
🍹Concessions: The camper Bar is open throughout the evening with refreshing drinks and snacks!

The Open Sky Live Music Series is proudly presented in partnership with Tribute Homes, Sorbara Group of Companies, and My Storybrook.

A special thank you to:
📌 Event Sticker Sponsor: SV Law
🍺 In-Kind Sponsors: Elora Brewing Company & Founder's Original
🎶 Talent Curation: Canada’s Music Canada's Music Incubator (CMI), Courtyard Concerts & Spencer Shewen

Grab your friends, bring a lawn chair, and come enjoy live music, food and drinks in our beautiful yard. We’ll see you on Thursday under the Open Sky! 🌿🎶

Learn more: https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/open-sky-live-music-in-the-yard-summer-concert-series-6/

08/12/2026

🎨This Weekend at the Elora Centre for the Arts🎨

Looking for a place to slow down, get inspired, and enjoy some time outdoors? Visit the Elora Centre for the Arts this weekend!

🌿 ECFTA YARD + The 'Paths That Connect Us'
Explore our outdoor art pathway, filled with sculptures, murals, gardens, and peaceful spaces. Settle in at one of our picnic tables and enjoy the summer weather.

🖼️INTERCONNECTED EXHIBITION
Step into 'Interconnected', on display until September 13, featuring multi-disciplinary Peterborough artist Stan Olthuis. Explore an interactive exhibition inspired by Sacred Geometry and concepts of connection, balance, and relationships. Admission is FREE!

And while you’re here, build your own sculpture and become part of the creative experience!

🛍️IN THE ARTISAN SHOP
Stop in and browse our summer collection of handmade items, featuring work by talented local artists and makers, including pieces from some of our current and past exhibition artists.

☕PILATES + COFFEE IN THE YARD
Start your weekend with movement, nature, and a little caffeine! Join Headwaters Pilates Studio - Fergus this Saturday, August 15 for Pilates + Iced Coffees from Mr. Macaw Brazilian Coffee at the Elora Centre for the Arts.

🎨SHAC STUDIO SPACE
Visit the Schoolhouse Arts Collective - SHAC! SHAC is a local group of over 20 artists with their studio and gallery space located at the South Entrance of the Elora Centre for the Arts. SHAC is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 4pm.

🚌FREE CW SHUTTLE
The FREE CW Shuttle Bus stops right at the Arts Centre on weekends.

Stop by this weekend and enjoy the art, nature, coffee, and community.

08/11/2026

Summer Camp Fun Continues into August at the Art Centre!

Our youngest campers ages 4-6 campers stepped into the sweet and colorful world of Camp Candy Factory, where creativity was coated in imagination and sprinkled with fun! Through storytelling, art-making, and hands-on exploration, campers created ice cream soft sculptures, mixed-media gumball machines, Candy Land maps, mini candy bowl sculptures, pastel candy sundaes, 3D melting popsicles and so much more. Every day was filled with deliciously creative adventures! We also welcomed TreeTrust who taught us about the importance of caring for the environment and lead us in fun nature activities!

In Big Art, Little Art Camp, our 7-12 year olds they explored the exciting concepts of scale by creating both giant and miniature works of art. Inspired by contemporary artists, campers made shrink art, 3-D paper sculptures inspired by Claes Oldenburg, giant floating 2-D bees, large-scale abstract paintings, and dynamic surf-wave artworks influenced by Raymond Pettibon and kinectic bugs! It was a week bursting with imagination, discovery, and artistic confidence.

Check out some of our camp highlights!

Thank you to Arts Educators Eileen MacArthur, Leah Ferguson, and Grace Mulligan for 2 weeks of action-packed projects and outdoor fun.
And to Summer Camp Team leaders, Ariana, Ava, Emily, Julie, Sonia, Thea, and student volunteers Koelle, Ava, Willow, Henry and Liam! Another shout out to Melanie for leading us in some fun games and music!

08/05/2026

🎶 FREE LIVE MUSIC TOMORROW! 🎶

Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer evening? Join us tomorrow, Thurs August 6, for another unforgettable night of outdoor live music! 🌅🎵

This concert, presented by Wrighthaven Homes, features two outstanding Toronto artists:

🎤 Chynna Lewis | 6:00–7:15 PM
Toronto-based pop-soul singer-songwriter Chynna Lewis brings together soulful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and modern pop production for a performance that's both powerful and deeply personal.

🎤 Elyssa Plaza | 7:45–9:00 PM
Toronto R&B alternative singer-songwriter Elyssa Plaza creates music inspired by artists like Lauryn Hill, Amy Winehouse, and Erykah Badu. Her heartfelt lyrics, rich vocals, and blend of R&B, neo-soul, and alternative sounds make for a captivating live performance you won't want to miss.

✨ Admission is FREE or pay-what-you-can!

Come early and make an evening of it:
🌮 El Milagro Food Truck serving delicious tacos starting at 5:30 PM!
🍻 Cash bar with refreshing drinks and snacks available throughout the night!

The Open Sky Live Music Series is proudly presented in partnership with Tribute Homes, Sorbara Group of Companies, and My Storybrook Homes.

A special thank you to:
✨ Event Sticker Sponsor: SV Law
🍺 In-Kind Sponsors: Elora Brewing Company & Founder's Original
🎵 Talent Curation: Canada's Music Incubator (CMI) & Courtyard Concerts

Learn more: https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/open-sky-live-music-in-the-yard-summer-concert-series-5/

Grab your friends, bring a lawn chair, and we'll see you tomorrow! 🎶☀️

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08/04/2026

What's happening at the Arts Centre this week?!

From live music, an inspiring and interactive exhibition, artisan shop treasures, and peaceful afternoons, there's always something to enjoy at the Elora Centre for the Arts.

INTERCONNECTED EXHIBITION
Experience Interconnected (until September 13), featuring multi-disciplinary Peterborough artist Stan Olthuis. The exhibition explores Sacred Geometry as a framework for understanding connection, balance, and relational systems in the world we inhabit. Admission is FREE.

🎶 OPEN SKY LIVE MUSIC
Join us THIS Thursday from 6–9 PM for a FREE outdoor concert at the MacDonald Pavilion Stage at the Elora Centre for the Arts! Bring your lawn chair and enjoy an evening with R&B/Pop/Singer-Songwriter, Chynna Lewis and R&B/Neo-Soul/Alternative artist, Elyssa Plaza.

🌿 IN THE YARD
Explore our 2-acre outdoor art pathway and discover sculptures, murals, picnic areas, and inspiring spaces for creativity, while being surrounded by nature.

🛍️ IN THE SHOP
Browse summer items and artist-made treasures, including works by some of our current and past exhibition artists.

🎨 SUMMER CAMP
Summer Camp is in full swing this week at the Elora Centre for the Arts! This week’s camp BIG ART, little art, is full of creativity, imagination, and new friends. We can't wait to see what our young artists create this week!

🚌 FREE CW SHUTTLE
Getting here is easy! The FREE CW Shuttle Bus stops right at the Arts Centre on weekends.

Stop by and enjoy all the Art Centre has to offer this week!

Exhibition: 'Interconnected' by Stan Olthuis (July 15 - Sept. 13)

07/30/2026

Are you coming to the next FREE live music concert on Thursday, August 6?!! Outdoor music, food truck, cash bar, what could be better on a warm summer evening???

This one is presented by Wrighthaven Homes, this evening features two incredible artists:

🎤 Chynna Lewis | 6:00–7:15 PM
R&B • Pop • Singer-Songwriter

🎤 Elyssa Plaza | 7:45–9:00 PM
R&B • Neo-Soul • Alternative

The Concert is free or pay-what-you-can!

🍴 Featured Food Truck: El Milagro Food Truck, serving delicious tacos from 5:30 PM

🍻 Concessions: Our camper bar will be open with refreshing drinks and snacks throughout the evening.

All summer, the Open Sky Live Music Series is presented in partnership with our friends at Tribute Homes, Sorbara Group of Companies, and My Storybrook Homes.

A special thank you to our:
✨ Event Sticker Sponsor: SV Law
🍺 In-Kind Sponsors: Elora Brewing Company & Founder's Original

🎵 Talent Curation: Thanks to Canada's Music Incubator (CMI) and Courtyard Concerts for bringing this incredible lineup to our stage!

For more information visit our website: https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/open-sky-live-music-in-the-yard-summer-concert-series-5/

We hope to see you there!!

Chynna Lewis

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Address

75 Melville Street
Elora, ON
N0B1S0

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	11am - 4pm

Telephone

5198469698

Website

http://www.eloracentreforthearts.ca/

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