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Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts Announces 2023-2024 Season

The City of Brantford’s Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce its 2023-2024 season lineup.

“We’re happy to be able to share these exciting performances with our audiences,” says Glenn Brown, Theatre Manager. “Our community will get a chance to enjoy performances from around the world in an inspiring venue that’s close to home.”

With nearly 30 Sanderson Centre Presents shows, five films and more than a dozen highly anticipated rental shows already confirmed, theatre staff...

The Ultimate Motivation: Olympian & Hall of Famer Hayley Wickenheiser Speaking in Town

It’s not every day that an Olympian, Hockey Hall of Farmer, and seven-time World Champion comes to town… but that’s exactly what’s happening on Tuesday, May 23 as Hayley Wickenheiser is coming to speak at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts!

Hayley is a 6-time Olympian, Physician, Mother, the Assistant General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, philanthropist, and a successful businesswoman.

Her commitment to life and sport has earned her seven world championships, four gold and one...

A Guide to Spending Family Day in Brantford

Family Day is a day to celebrate the people closest to us and to spend quality time together. In Brantford, there are plenty of activities you can enjoy over the Family Day weekend. Here’s a guide to help you make the most of the long weekend. 

Outdoor Adventure

For those who love the great outdoors, Brantford has plenty of options to choose from. You can go for a hike on the nearby trails, or take a stroll around the City’s many parks.

Harmony Square

Another great option is taking your loved ones ice...

Black History Month 2023: Black-owned businesses in Brantford

February is Black History Month, a time that recognizes the historic and ongoing struggles toward racial equality and celebrates the experiences and accomplishments of Black Canadians. Today, we are highlighting a number of Black-owned tourism businesses in Brantford. 

"Brantford is home to dozens of Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Supporting these businesses helps Brantford's Black community build generational wealth. Contributing to these businesses is an opportunity to improve our...

UPDATE - City’s New Year’s Eve

City’s New Year’s Eve free event to move indoors to Sanderson Centre.

With rain in the forecast on Saturday December 31, 2022, the City’s “Brantford Times Square in Harmony Square” event on New Year’s Eve will move indoors to the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts from 9:30 p.m. to Midnight 12 a.m.

The full roster of musical performances will take place indoors along with the festive ball drop countdown. Attendance will be free general admission and entrance will be first come first serve....