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2023 Community Cultural Investment Program Now Open

The City of Brantford Economic Development and Tourism Department will be accepting applications for the 2023 Community Cultural Investment Program (CCIP) from Friday, November 18, 2022 to Friday, January 13, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

Funded by the City of Brantford, the goals for the Community Cultural Investment Program are to:

• Provide operating financial assistance to not-for-profit organizations within the Brantford arts, culture, and heritage community;
• Encourage public awareness and appreciation of...

Brantford Lights at Glenhyrst 2022

Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, located at 20 Ava Rd. in Brantford, is pleased to announce that Brantford Lights at Glenhyrst will return from December 2, 2022 to January 1, 2023. See the 16-acre park along the banks of the Grand River transform in to a winter wonderland nightly from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Celebrating it's 10th year, the Brantford Lights will commence with the official “switch on” event on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. This evening will also coincide with the official opening...

Holiday Events in Brantford

‘Tis the season! The holiday season is a great time to explore Brantford’s shops, restaurants, and seasonal events and entertainment. Don’t miss these great holiday events that are happening in November and December. 

Santa Claus Parade & Parade After Party

The City of Brantford is pleased to announce the return of the Santa Claus Parade with presenting corporate sponsor, GrandBridge Energy on Saturday, November 26, 2022. The parade will make its way downtown...

Your guide to Brantford's 2022 Santa Claus Parade

The City of Brantford is pleased to announce the return of the Santa Claus Parade with presenting corporate sponsor, GrandBridge Energy on Saturday, November 26, 2022. If you’re planning on attending this year's Santa Claus Parade, here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you and your family have the best experience.

Santa Claus Parade

The parade will make its way downtown on Dalhousie Street at 6:00 p.m. starting at Stanley Street and ending at Harmony Square where...

Featured Artist - AIM Dance Studio

November’s Featured Artists are husband and wife duo, Brian and Kelly Sloat of AIM Dance, who specialize in ballroom, Latin, wedding and fitness dance lessons.

Brian and Kelly met on the dance floor and have been sharing their passion with people ever since. Their goal is to teach people to have fun learning to dance, and acquire the skills to dance for a lifetime. Their studio space has been a place of community where dancers can better connect with their partners, family, and friends and get away...