Recreation and Culture Committee

Bring a blanket, round up your family and friends, and bask in the sunshine as live music fills the air!

For more information, please contact the Township office by email or 613-752-2222.

Greater Madawaska Landscape Artist of the Year

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Barnet Park, Calabogie, Ontario
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages welcome (Children, Youth, and Adults categories)

Overview

Get ready to paint the great outdoors! The Greater Madawaska Landscape Artist of the Year is a new community art competition celebrating the natural beauty of Calabogie and the talent of local artists. The Greater Madawaska Recreation and Culture Committee in partnership with local artists, invites artists of all styles and skill levels to participate in a friendly “en plein air” (outdoor) painting contest at picturesque Barnet Park.

Whether you're a seasoned amatuer painter or a budding young artist, this event is a fun and inspiring way to connect with nature, the arts, and the local community. 

Who Can Participate

The competition is open to everyone, with age categories for:

• Primary (0-Grade 3) 
• Children (Grade 4-8) 
• Youth (High School) 
• Adults (18+)

All styles and mediums are welcome. Artists must bring their own supplies (BYOG – Bring Your Own Gear). A limited number of basic materials will be available on-site for children and drop-in participants. The competition is intended for amateur artists but professionals are welcome to attend.

Event Format

• 10:00 AM: Artist check-in
• 10:30 AM: Welcome and introduction of judges, competition starts
• 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Public judging and awards ceremony
• 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Wrap Up

Artworks will be judged by a panel of local artists, with prizes for top entries in each age group. 

Registration

Registration is free and open to all.

Please [register online here] to receive event updates. Day of registration is also possible. 

Questions?

For more information, please contact:
GM Landscape Artist of the Year Coordinator
Colin Sutherland, GM Recreation and Culture Committee Member
Email

The Great Pumpkin Walk

November 1, 2025, come at 5:00pm and pumpkin lighting will be at 6:00pm

Heritage Point, 12517 Lanark Rd, Calabogie

Bring your carved pumpkin to showcase.

Sip hot chocolate and cider.

Stroll through the glowing pumpkin lineup.

Youth versus Adult Pumpkin showdown.

Treat bags for the kids.