Aug
26

Top 10 Places to Explore During Doors Open and Farms Open Belleville

Belleville residents and visitors can enjoy a full day of history, culture, agriculture and behind-the-scenes experiences when Doors Open Belleville and Farms Open: Quinte & Hastings return on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. Doors Open runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., although hours vary by location.  Farms Open takes place throughout Quinte West, Belleville, Hastings County and Harvest Hastings members on Sept. 11, 12 ...

Aug
18

Belleville Dragon Boat Festival returns to Victoria Park Aug. 22

Get ready for plenty of waterfront excitement as the Belleville Dragon Boat Festival returns to Victoria Park on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. Hosted by the Belleville Dragon Boat Club, the festival runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free for spectators. Visitors can spend the day beside the Bay of Quinte watching colourful dragon boats race along Belleville’s waterfront as teams of ...

Aug
13

Seven Paddles Offers Kayak and Canoe Rentals on Belleville’s Waterfront

Tucked into the parking lot next to Crate Marine, Seven Paddles is helping beginners, families and seasoned paddlers discover Belleville from a different vantage point: the water. Seven Paddles owner Eileen Briggs opened the kayak and canoe rental business in Belleville on July 12, 2026, expanding from the Trenton location. Briggs was working in healthcare during the COVID pandemic when her husband lost his ...

Aug
12

The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Belleville, Ontario

Looking for a relaxing Ontario weekend getaway filled with waterfront views, local food and memorable attractions? Belleville, Ontario, offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure, downtown shopping, arts, culture and Bay of Quinte hospitality. Friday: Arrive, Dine and Unwind Begin your Belleville weekend by checking into one of the city’s welcoming accommodations. Choose from familiar hotels, affordable motels, vacation rentals, heritage inns or luxurious ...

Aug
06

Belleville Knows How to Celebrate!

The City of Belleville and the Downtown District play host to many events and festivals all year long. The Belleville Caribbean Festival is a vibrant, annual celebration that brings the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean islands to the heart of Belleville, Ontario. This year’s Caribbean Festival will be held in Downtown Belleville on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. ...