# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Grand River Arts Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Grand River Arts Festival (GRAF) 2026 is a two-day outdoor arts and culture festival taking place September 18–19, 2026 at Glenhyrst Art Gallery in Brantford. 

In it's fourth year GRAF celebrates visual arts, music, theatre, performance art, food, and community creativity.

Dates & Format
Friday, Sept. 18 (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM): Opening night / “Evening Prelude,” a ticketed 19+ licensed event featuring music, art previews, drinks, and food vendors. Ticket price listed at $40, including the first drink.

Saturday, Sept. 19 (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM): Main festival day with free admission, family-friendly programming, artist vendors, performances, theatre, and food.

Main Attractions
Curated artist marketplace featuring fine art, craft, ceramics, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, painting, woodwork, mixed media, and more.

Live music from Southern Ontario performers (full lineup to be announced).

Theatre & performance art, including roaming acts and stage performances and live art creation.

10-Minute Play Competition on the historic Coach House Stage, with cash prizes for winners.

Food & drink vendors throughout the grounds.

What Makes It Unique
GRAF combines an art fair, music festival, and theatre showcase in one scenic riverside setting. It emphasizes community engagement, regional talent, and accessibility, transforming the Glenhyrst gardens into an interactive arts space that reflects a genuine and authentic vibe.   Environmental sustainability is also a huge priority for our festival and GRAF makes every attempt to be gentle to mother nature.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brantford/grand-river-arts-festival-2026/200030010840305
- **Event Categories**: art, festivals, music, entertainment, music-festivals, theatre, fine-arts, performances, live-music, contests, it
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 137

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Brantford
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 20 Ava Rd, Brantford, ON, Canada, Ontario N3T 5G9
- **lat**: 43.15694
- **long**: -80.28738
- **full address**: 20 Ava Rd, Brantford, ON, Canada, Ontario N3T 5G9

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Grand River Arts Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Grand River Arts Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 20 Ava Rd, Brantford, ON, Canada, Ontario N3T 5G9.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Grand River Arts Festival 2026?
  - **A:** Grand River Arts Festival 2026 is organized by Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Grand River Arts Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brantford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 130+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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