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

Tents

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 Road Closure Information

Due to bridge construction, a detour from Country 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.

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, and features artwork, homemade soaps, jewelry, preserves, home baked goods, and much more. We also have demonstrations from local martial artists, dancers, performers and LIVE music.

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

2023 Talent Show poster

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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We have some great artists/artisans already regist

We have some great artists/artisans already registered for Art on the Waterfront!

There's still time to submit your application at https://artonthewaterfront.ca/.../artist-vendor.../

A reminder to Artists that you will receive an "Ap

A reminder to Artists that you will receive an "Approval" email once your registration has been accepted. If you do not hear from us within 3-5 days, please email us at info@artonthewaterfront.ca to ensure we received your application 😊 #JustInCase

Is your New Year's resolution to become a voluntee

Is your New Year's resolution to become a volunteer? Then why not consider joining the Art on the Waterfront Committee at our next meeting on Monday, January 16th at @the_gathering_house_cafe, 2 Water Street in Chesterville at 7:00 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you! #Volunteering #Community #Fun

Hello All! Do you want to become more involved in

Hello All!
Do you want to become more involved in your community-want to help make Art on the Waterfront into an amazing event for 2023. you are invited to drop by the meeting tonight (Dec. 5th) at Iron Forge in Winchester at 7 pm. We start planning with a bang!

Art on the Waterfront would not be possible withou

Art on the Waterfront would not be possible without our wonderful sponsors! Thank you to @optimalshowexperience, @cdn.heritage, #LiseBumaRealEstateBroker, The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry , TD Canada Trust Branch and ATM, North Dundas, BGM RV Centre Inc, Chesterville Legion, #FinchRecreationCommittee, Thompson Electric, #RaistrickFarmServices, Pioneer Winchester, Co-operators Chesterville, Cotnam Ace Hardware, DC Autocare Inc., D&D Performance, #DHFencing, Dejong Welding & Repairs, Dentistry at Winchester, DeSerres, The Dreaming Heart Art Studio, #DundasMiniStorage, Fat Les’s Pub and Poutinerie, Foodland - Winchester, Garden Villa Retirement Residence, The Gathering House, Grenkie, Remillard & Reynolds LLP, Guy Fuels and Propane, #HornerandPietersma, #IDPGroup, Iron Forge Pizza, #LappConstruction, The Lofty Nest Experience, Louis' Restaurant, #MikeDeans, North Dundas Building Supplies, OK Tire, The Oldford Team at Royal LePage Team Realty, #PapaGus, Chesterville PharmaChoice, The Planted Arrow Flowers and Gifts, Rideau Auctions Liquidation Centre, #RonLeclairHousePainting, Samantha's Emporium, Simply Baked Catering., #SnackShack, Sweet Clover Flowers & Gifts, #T4EEnterprises, #TherienMartialArtsNorthDundas, and Upper Canada Veterinary Services.

Thanks to Carolyn Thompson Goddard of The Chesterv

Thanks to Carolyn Thompson Goddard of The Chesterville Record for dropping by and covering the event!

And that's a wrap for this year at Art on The Wate

And that's a wrap for this year at Art on The Waterfront main stage. Thanks @optimalshowexperience! You rock!

All had a good time at Art on the Waterfront!

All had a good time at Art on the Waterfront!

Our photo frame made it's rounds ...

Our photo frame made it's rounds ...

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Thank you to Mayor Tony Fraser and MP @ericduncans

Thank you to Mayor Tony Fraser and MP @ericduncansdsg for taking part in Art on the Waterfront's 10th Anniversary! #OpeningCeremonies #TalentShowJudge

Fine time was had today in Chesterville! with @ray

Fine time was had today in Chesterville!
with @rayharrisottawa and gang!

Fun with #ImaginaryGary

Fun with #ImaginaryGary

Though he had to guard his cotton candy from #Imag

Though he had to guard his cotton candy from #ImaginaryGary, we always love to see kids having fun at Art on the Waterfront #CottonCandy #Mermaid #Laughter

Thank you to all the young artists who beautified

Thank you to all the young artists who beautified the table and chalkboard today with Dreaming Heart Art Studio.

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Schedule of Events

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

Kids' Zone Activities

Coming Soon!

Saturday, June 3

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Sunday, June 4