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Explore.
Connect.
Celebrate Water.
This July, Midland transforms into a month-long celebration of arts, science, culture, and community — all inspired by water. Created and presented by the Canadian Museum of Water, Celebrate Water! brings together local businesses, cultural organizations, artists, educators, and community partners.
From the waterfront and Little Lake Park to downtown businesses and cultural spaces — the festival lives where people already gather. Residents, cottagers, boaters, and visitors are all invited to explore Midland in new and unexpected ways.
Throughout July, discover a wide range of experiences
What's Happening Across Midland
Live performances and cultural programming
Hands-on workshops, talks, and demonstrations
Family-friendly activities and community events
A floating public art installation on Little Lake
Special exhibits and collaborative community projects
Interactive experiences across downtown and waterfront locations
Adrian the Water Drop's
Passport Adventure
Explore Midland through a town-wide interactive journey.
Collect stamps, follow clues, and visit participating local businesses and cultural sites across the community. Discover hidden gems along the way — and complete the adventure for a chance to win a grand prize.
Passport details and participating locations will be announced soon.
Additional programming, Passport Adventure locations, and the full festival calendar will be announced in the coming weeks.
Come explore. Connect. Celebrate Water.
Passport Hub Locations
Visit participating locations across Midland to collect stamps in your Celebrate Water! festival passport. Click any pin to see address and hours.
Passport drop-off: Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Canadian Museum of Water, 333 King St, Midland, ON L4R 3M7 (inside the Midland Cultural Centre)
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Museum of Water
Downtown30+ Events — All of July 2026 — Free & Family-Friendly — Midland, Ontario — Georgian Bay Waterfront — Art, Science, Music, Fun — Every Drop Counts
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Splash into Summer! Join us in Midland – July 2026
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Georgian Bay
Celebrate Water! is a month-long, community-wide festival that flows through Midland in July 2026. From the waterfront to downtown to Little Lake Park, the town fills with art, science, music, hands-on activities, and family fun — all inspired by water.
Whether you're a longtime Midland resident, a summer visitor to Georgian Bay, or simply someone who cares about our freshwater future — Celebrate Water! has a place for you. Come for a single afternoon or dive in all month. Every drop counts.
What's On
From today's activities to the full month ahead — here's what's happening at Celebrate Water! 2026.
IT COMES IN WAVES
Floating Art Installation by Ben Johnston
Little Lake Park, Midland · June – September 2026
"It Comes in Waves" is a captivating floating art installation by internationally recognized artist Ben Johnston, and the anchor feature of the Celebrate Water! Festival.
Large, powder-coated yellow letters — each 30 inches high — spell IT COMES IN WAVES. Floating on the lake, the installation drifts with the wind while solar-powered LED lights make it glow beautifully at night.
"The water breaks the phrase apart and puts it back together, reminding us that nothing is fixed and everything is always in motion."
Little Lake Park · Midland, Ontario
With IT COMES IN WAVES, I wanted to create something that reflects the rhythm of life, how experiences and emotions move in cycles. The lake isn't just a setting; it's a collaborator for this piece.
Join In!
Celebrate Water! is a community-wide festival, bringing together residents, visitors, businesses, and organizations. There's a place for everyone to make a splash!
VOLUNTEER
Dive in!
Help bring events, installations, and family-friendly activities to life throughout July.
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SPONSOR
Support the flow!
Showcase your business or organization while backing a vibrant, community-led festival that engages locals and visitors alike.
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PARTICIPATE
Come aboard!
Local businesses, organizations, and community groups are invited to contact us to propose activities, events, or features.
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