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Brantford Beats & Eats Event Update: Due to the forecast for inclement weather and the ongoing air quality warning in effect in our area, the City of Brantford, along with its partners and vendors, has made the joint decision to postpone Brantford Beats & Eats. A new event date will be announced as soon as it has been confirmed.
Get ready for the second annual Brantford Beats & Eats, a free summer festival happening in downtown Brantford on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.! Join us at Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street) and along Colborne Street, between Queen Street and Bain Street, for a full day of delicious food, live music, art, and entertainment.
Schedule of Events
Enjoy free performances on the main stage in Harmony Square in downtown Brantford, hosted by NBA Entertainer, Q-MACK:
| Backburner | 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
| Garnetta Cromwell | 12:20 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. |
| Wreckless Harbour | 1:40 p.m. to 2:40 p.m. |
| Hayley Verrall | 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Jammer's Waffle House | 4:20 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. |
| Ty Wilson | 5:40 p.m. to 6:40 p.m. |
Enjoy free performances on the Parkette Stage, located beside the Brantford Public Library, at 173 Colborne Street:
|
Mary Simon |
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. |
|
Calm Canopy |
12:10 p.m. to 1:10 p.m. |
| Gracie Jet | 1:20 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. |
| Quinn Sutherland | 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
| Matt Campbell | 3:40 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. |
| Piper & Carson | 4:50 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. |
| The Grace San Andres Quartet | 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. |
Enjoy live demonstrations along Colborne Street, in front of the Brantford Public Library.
| Bronagh Morgan, Chalk Artist | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Hope Flynn, Plein Air Artist | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Chris Perez, Spray Paint Muralist |
11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Aoe Girard, Caricaturist | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Tia Parnell, Live Painting | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Christine Paris, Muralist | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| REDSKYBREAKS, Break Dancing | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Demonstrations from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. |
Several different artisans and vendors will be stationed along Colborne Street from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., selling a wide variety of merchandise:
Don't forget to stop by the Brantford Bulldogs, Brantford Red Sox, and Discover Brantford tents in Harmony Square.
Enjoy entertainment from various performers stationed along Colborne Street, including free magic shows from Awesome Mike Magic and Axe-Throwing from Smash ‘N Axes (for a fee).
New this year will be the Battle of the Brushes live painting competition. Eight participating artists will have 40 minutes to paint their artwork, and the audience will vote to crown the champion. Round one will take place on Colborne Street from 12 p.m. to 12:40 p.m., and the paintings will be the artists’ choice, with a voting period following. Round two will take place from 1 p.m. to 1:40 p.m., and the paintings will be Brantford-themed, with a voting period to follow before the winners are announced.
| Round One | 12:00 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. |
| Round One Voting Period | 12:40 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. |
| Round Two | 1:00 p.m. to 1:40 p.m. |
| Round Two Voting Period and Winners Announced | 1:40 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
Several food trucks, including Fo'Cheezy, What's the Scoop, Los Rolling Tacos, Craving Smash Burgers, and The Sassy Lemon, will be on-site with food and beverages for purchase. Those 19 and over can stop by the Licensed Patio sponsored by Shack Bar (ID required for entry).
Parking and Road Closures
Downtown road closures will be in effect for the community to enjoy the event. Colborne Street from Queen Street to Bain Street will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Parking is free in the municipal parking garage located at 59 Icomm Drive
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City of Brantford
58 Dalhousie Street
P.O. Box 818
Brantford, Ontario
N3T 2J2
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