Medium shot of cheerful high school arts students arranging handmade holiday decorations and craft displays in a warmly illuminated school pavilion decorated with pine wreaths
Medium shot of cheerful high school arts students arranging handmade holiday decorations and craft displays in a warmly illuminated school pavilion decorated with pine wreaths
✱ Together for the Holidays

Fueling Student Creativity, Celebrating Community

Bells Fest brings students, educators, and local entrepreneurs together. We provide learning and extracurricular opportunities that broaden educational horizons while spotlighting the brilliant independent businesses powering our hometown.

— Our Core Purpose

Mission, Vision & Goals

Rooted in educational excellence and holiday fellowship, our festival weaves together hands-on learning, civic care, and local enterprise.

Our Mission

Our Vision

Our Goals

To deliver vibrant extracurricular and educational programs that empower youth through real-world creative showcases, mentorship, and commercial arts exposure.

A thriving regional community where every student discovers their creative voice and neighborhood businesses find loyal champions all winter long.

Sponsor student enterprise projects, fund local school arts supplies, and create an accessible commercial launchpad for 125+ regional creators.

+ Values in Action

Community Spirit & Impact

Our holiday celebration extends far beyond festive decor. Every market dollar circulates back into student enrichment, neighborhood safety nets, and local food pantries.

Community Investment

Gift Giving & Food Security

Proceeds directly seed educational grants, classroom equipment, and student leadership opportunities that sustain community youth year-round.

Through seasonal pantry drives and community gift hampers, we ensure vulnerable families and seniors celebrate with nourishing meals and warm gifts.

Winter Outdoor Gatherings

Supporting Small Businesses

Crisp outdoor courtyards, seasonal fire pits, and safe walking promenades invite neighbors to stay active, connected, and outdoors throughout winter.

Our bustling vendor pavilions provide premier retail exposure for neighborhood artisans, micro-bakers, and family-owned storefronts.

Warm eye-level photograph of a crowded indoor holiday market stall displaying hand-poured candles, wooden toys, and festive ribbon-wrapped packages
Warm eye-level photograph of a crowded indoor holiday market stall displaying hand-poured candles, wooden toys, and festive ribbon-wrapped packages
• Two Festive Weekends

The Holiday Market

Join us during two signature weekends: December 4–6 and December 11–13. The market brings together over 125 local and out of town businesses, artisan goods, farmers market favourites, and online retailers under one festive roof.

Enjoy complimentary free gift wrapping while discovering handmade pottery, organic pantry provisions, and bespoke crafts. Be sure to explore every nook and cranny – there’s not a vendor to be missed!

Close-up cinematic shot of artisanal spiced cider and holiday beverage tastings served in elegant glassware with cinnamon sticks in a cozy lounge setting
Close-up cinematic shot of artisanal spiced cider and holiday beverage tastings served in elegant glassware with cinnamon sticks in a cozy lounge setting
/ Age of Majority Hospitality

The Festival Lounge

Unwind in our dedicated age-of-majority lounge featuring curated tastings and seasonal samples of holiday favourites, crafted ciders, and regional spirits.

The lounge also offers private one-on-one consultations and holiday event bookings, giving party hosts and corporate teams a relaxed space to plan winter gatherings.

How to Get Involved

Whether you run a brick-and-mortar storefront or an online shop, Bells Fest is perfect for remote and physical businesses alike. Everyone can participate and bring cheer to our community.