Events Guide

From Arts at the Dock to Summer Festival, the annual events in Hilton Beach keep our visitors coming back every year.

Explore our events below.

 

 

 

Arts at the Dock
July 19, 2009 (Third Sunday of July)
The year 2009 marks the 23rd anniversary of this large art multimedia art show, which has grown into one of the largest and most exclusive shows in the Algoma District. The show features forty-plus artists with a wide variety of works including painting, photography, stained glass, wood, pottery and much more. Arts at the Dock is held at the Hilton Beach Marina and the Community Hall between 11:00am and 5:00pm. Free transportation by tractor & wagon is provided to get between the community hall and waterfront. For more information, call 705-246-2242 or email
info at hiltonbeach dot com.

Hilton Beach Summer Festival
July 25, 2009 (Fourth Saturday of July)
This annual classic car show features about 50 original, restored and special interest cars. Held along the waterfront and up Marks Street, admission to this enjoyable and family-friendly event is free. The afternoon also features a Coureurs de Bois encampment and arts & crafts vendors. For more information, call 705-246-2242 or email info at hiltonbeach dot com.

Hilton Beach Community Night
August 1, 2009 (Saturday of the Civic Holiday Wkd)
As old as this community itself, the annual Community Night has been operating for as long as anyone can remember. The event starts with a cold plate supper at the Community Hall at 4:00pm. At 7:00pm sharp, the parade, which features marching bands, floats and kids in costume, starts to move through the streets. After the parade, the large crowd enjoys the games of chance and great food on Marks Street until dark. It's carnival-like fun for the whole family, and you're invited to join us! For more information, call 705-246-2242 or email info at hiltonbeach dot com.

Old Town Hall Concerts
August 5, 12 & 19, 2009
(Three Sequential Wednesdays in July/August)
In just 13 years, this series of concerts has brought in some of the best musicians and groups that Canada has to offer. With a seating capacity of just 250, these concerts allow the audience an up-close and personal musical experience, often with autograph opportunities to follow. Tickets are available for each concert or for the whole three-concert series, the go on sale in the early Spring, and they sell out very quickly. For more information, call 705-246-0055 or email concerts at oldtownhall dot ca. [more info]

Open Air Market
The open air market operates from mid-June to early September and features fresh fruit and vegetables, homemade pies and baking, preserves, as well as arts and crafts. Held every Saturday from 10am to 1pm during the Summer, the Market is held under the big yellow tent beside the library. For more information, call 705-246-2242 or email info at hiltonbeach dot com.

Lions Club Pancake Breakfasts
What better way to start your day than with all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausages, coffee and juice? Held on the fourth Sunday morning of every month at the Community Hall, this Lions Club fundraiser features none other than real St. Joseph Island maple syrup! For more information, email lions at islandclippings dot com.

For information on smaller events and events on other parts of St. Joseph Island, read the Island Clippings.