Man and his daughter with lemons

Kids on stage for talent show

Boy on cement fish statue

Sign in front of waterfront

Boy doing arts and crafts

Buskers singing on dock

Man barbequing

Man hanging flowers along the bridge

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People dancing in front of stage

Colourful vendor

Young girls dancing

Adults with balloons

Audience watching show

Chalk drawing

Kids' drawing

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Important Information Regarding Road Detour

Please note, due to bridge construction, a detour from County Road 43 to County Road 7 (Main Street) is planned through Chesterville during Art on the Waterfront. No booths can be situated on Main Street this year, and will relocated to King Street.

Read more in our “News” section.

A FREE two-day festival celebrating local artists and artisans

It’s the 11th Edition of Art on the Waterfront!

Art on the Waterfront will be taking place June 3-4, 2023, in downtown Chesterville, Ontario. The event features artwork, jewelry, crafts, and much more. We also have demonstrations from local martial artists, dancers, performers, with a “Kids Zone” and LIVE music on the south side main stage.

2023 colouring contest

Colouring Contest

Hey kids! We have a new picture for you by artist Carrie Keller, Paintings to Order. Print off the sheet, colour it and submit it at the Kids’ Zone by 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 3rd!

Prizes for 1st and 2nd place in three age categories:

Age 4 and under
5-7 years
8-10 years

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Kids Talent Show

June 4, 11:00 a.m. Main Stage

For kids up to age 16

Two age categories

$25 cash prize for first place winners!

To register, please complete the registration form and email it to mariesuesteele@gmail.com.

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Remember to share your pics of Art on the Waterfro

Remember to share your pics of Art on the Waterfront - @artonthewaterfront!

Tag us in your photos on Facebook, send them by Facebook Messenger, Twitter (@artonwaterfront), here on Instagram or simply email them to info@artonthewaterfront.ca! #Memories

We are always happy to see Laura Stevens of @victo

We are always happy to see Laura Stevens of @victoria_street_studios - a visual artist from Finch, Ontario. She paints with acrylics, using bright colours and strong lines to create bold statement pieces. She loves painting Canadian Wildlife, and does not love wearing shoes.

Check out more of her beautiful work on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/victoriastreetstudios/

Nancy is a resident of Chesterville, married 42 yr

Nancy is a resident of Chesterville, married 42 yrs with two kids and three grand kids. She's been doing mosaic glasswork for approximately 18 years. Glasswork is done on snowshoes, windows and lanterns.

Visit her Facebook page (Nancy's Glass Designs) to see more! https://tinyurl.com/daspxuh9

Please welcome self-taught artist @studiojuliemerc

Please welcome self-taught artist @studiojuliemercier who uncovered her love of acrylic painting after retiring from a career of graphic, web and interface design. Drawn to animals and people, and needing an outlet for her creative energy, she explores ways to express the soul of each being she paints. She is currently on a journey of artistic discovery, finding her style in bold colours, and looser, less detailed strokes.

Stop by and see her at booth #8 at Art on the Waterfront this weekend!

A big welcome back to Kat and Rachel of @WildFeath

A big welcome back to Kat and Rachel of @WildFeather81. They are two indigenous artists working in many different art mediums. This year, they will be offering two days of workshops at Art on the Waterfront where participants can make corn husk dolls or dream catchers!

From acrylic painting, to traditional leather and beadwork, they offer a wide variety of products which are all handmade.

You can see more of their work on their website at https://www.wildfeathercreations.com/

Located in Moose Creek, ON, @TwilightMoon89 specia

Located in Moose Creek, ON, @TwilightMoon89 specializes in resin creations, paintings, wax & more. She offers a wide variety of handmade gifts for any occasion & is looking forward to her first time participating in Art on the Waterfront! #Welcome

Whether you are a visitor, a volunteer, a vendor o

Whether you are a visitor, a volunteer, a vendor or an artist/artisan at Art on The Waterfront, this site map will get you where you want to go!

Try it out and keep it handy on your phone at https://artonthewaterfront.ca/event-info/site-map/

Cathy’s adventures in concrete designs started w

Cathy’s adventures in concrete designs started when she was searching the web for a concrete tray. She was intrigued by the possibility of concrete creations and decided to try it herself. The rest is history as the love of using concrete and creating beautiful things became her passion through @modernformdecor.

Visit her at Art on the Waterfront and check out her website at https://www.modernformdecor.ca/

A big welcome to Ottawa's @Codycoyotemusic who wil

A big welcome to Ottawa's @Codycoyotemusic who will be performing at 5:00 p.m. on June 4 on the main stage!

Cody Coyote is of Ojibwe/Irish descent with ancestry from Matachewan First Nation. With his fusion of strong, profound lyricism accompanied by corresponding influential sounds such as his song “Debwe”, this multi-award nominated, and award winning Hip-Hop/Electronic/Pop artist commands his listeners’ attention by delivering mesmerizing performances.

Come see him live, and check out his website
https://www.codycoyotemusic.com/

Since 2009 at Creationsgdc, Ghislaine has been doi

Since 2009 at Creationsgdc, Ghislaine has been doing handmade jewelry with freshwater pearls, stones, crystals all mounted with stainless steel. She likes to make durable jewelry. Five years ago, she also started doing purses and accessories with recycled tire inner tubes from tractors like small and big purses, wallet, belt purses, earrings and dragonflies.

You can see more of her work on her website http://www.creationsgdc.com/

Make sure to stop by Dave's Woodworks and Small En

Make sure to stop by Dave's Woodworks and Small Engines booth at Art on the Waterfront - they make artisan Cutting boards and Charcuterie Boards. They also produce many other wood-related products such as rolling pins, playing card holders, and hand burnt decorative boards.

Visit them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/daveswwse

Amanda of @Valley_Made_Studio is a self taught art

Amanda of @Valley_Made_Studio is a self taught artist who grew up in the Ottawa Valley. She's always been a creative person, and began painting in 2008.

Find inspiration in nature’s colours and shapes.

Life is boring without colour.
You can see more of her work on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ValleyMadeStudio/

@paul.weber.ottawa is an engaging storyteller, sin

@paul.weber.ottawa is an engaging storyteller, singer and songwriter who will be performing on June 4 at 3:30 p.m. on the main stage!

He is a people’s poet of sorts, telling tales of past times, stories of the street, and community struggles. With one foot in the narrative folk tradition and another foot in the digital world, Paul frequently combines self-made videos into both his live and online performances, making for an engaging and sometimes educational show. Paul just released, “Ode to Gerry Barber”, a heartfelt collection of songs in a wide range of musical styles. In 2020 he was awarded a Bernard Grand Maître award for his musical contribution to Francophone culture.

Make sure to also visit his website at http://www.paulweber.ca/

Welcome back to Tapis Crafty who make beautiful ha

Welcome back to Tapis Crafty who make beautiful hand-woven carpets on a loom. Tapis fait a la main sur un métier a tissé.

What started out as a few fun projects for friends

What started out as a few fun projects for friends and family has blossomed into Barnboard House Crafts - Rhonda's pride and joy of a small business from her home near Spencerville. She is proud to say her items are one-of-a-kind as she cuts, sands, stains and paints everything by hand. She loves seeing the final result from a plain piece of wood to a beautiful item for your home or yard. The best feeling is seeing the smile on your face!

You can see more of her work at https://tinyurl.com/57m6rfh3

Join us on June 4 at 2:00 p.m. in downtown Chester

Join us on June 4 at 2:00 p.m. in downtown Chesterville, ON for Siqiniup Qilauta Sunsdrum who do Inuit cultural performances that include throat singing, drum dancing, games and singing traditional songs.

The name of the group, Siqiniup Qilauta roughly translates to The Sun’s Drum. The name was influenced by an Inuit legend they heard about the sun. When the sun has a complete halo around it, it indicates good luck and the halo represents a drum.

The group is located in Ottawa, Ontario, and has travelled nationally and internationally. They are featured on David Newland’s album, Northbound. Lynda Brown works at Students on Ice, Heidi Langille works at Nvision, both are Royal Canadian Geographic Society Fellows. Visit them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/siqiniup.qilautasunsdrum/

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Schedule of Events

We have something for everyone to enjoy! Check the full schedule!

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Kids' Zone Schedule

Saturday, June 3

10 AM – 4 PM

Seaway Valley Model Railroaders Train Show (The Gathering House)

JMS Train Rides

Red trackless train

11 AM – 3 PM

Clown on stilts

Dr. Kaboom’s Mini Mobile Circus

2:00 PM

Colouring Contest submissions due (Kids Zone)

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Sunday, June 4

10 AM – 4 PM

Seaway Valley Model Railroaders Train Show (The Gathering House)

JMS Train Rides

Red trackless train

11 AM – 12:30 PM

Kids Talent Show (main stage)

1:00 – 2:00 PM

OtWa Taiko

Ota-Wa Taiko Drumming Workshop

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Stuffed animal playing guitar

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