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Rails End Gallery and arts centre

BRINGING ART TO LIFE IN HALIBURTON

BRINGING ART TO LIFE IN HALIBURTONBRINGING ART TO LIFE IN HALIBURTON

2026 JULY 24, 25, 26

The 63nd Annual Haliburton Art and Craft Festival  is a juried event organized by Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre.  We curate an eclectic open air shopping experience where original Craft and Art are embraced and valued.  

 See last year's participants.


In 2026 we invite everyone to be part of our story - express yourself through art - embrace your creativity - make the choice to live artfully, 

each and every day! 


2026 DATES AND HOURS 

Friday July 24 12 - 5 

Saturday July 25 10 - 5 

Sunday July 26 10 - 4 


ADMISSION  $5 - under 15 yrs  FREE 

good for unlimited entry all weekend. ADVANCE TICKETS  available til July 20 at Rails End Gallery.

All proceeds help support year round programming at our community art gallery, a registered Canadian Charity # 118950641  Thank you! 

Artist Message

We thought our Festival community would want to know... 

Our wonderful administrative assistant, Michelle St. Pierre passed away on March 17. She was an integral part of the Rails End Gallery team for the past 11 years and we all miss her dearly. 

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ACCEPTANCE NOTICES 

are a bit late this year. 

Expect to hear from us between April 13 and 17.

THANK YOU for your patience. 


Are you a maker, artist, craftsperson, or designer who values originality, fine craftsmanship, and an engaged audience?

This is your invitation.

Join us July 24–26, 2026 in beautiful Head Lake Park — a juried marketplace where art lovers, tourists, and collectors return year after year. 


COME SEE US!   

Plan your visit

By Car: GPS address is 23 York Street, Rails End Gallery, Haliburton K0M1S0

Pick up and Drop off Zone in front of Rails End Gallery - 23 York Street

Free Parking  at Head Lake Park Lot, AJ LaRue Arena, Haliburton High School, Rotary Beach, Haliburton Library and local streets. 

Limited accessible parking on site.  


Amenities: Public Washrooms located in Head Lake Park Welcome Centre.  

Local restaurants are within walking distance and offer varied menus including an ice cream stand, fast food, coffee shops and licensed establishments. 


On park grounds you'll find:

 

  • 100 artist and artisans to meet
  • buskers and sketchers
  • all ages art-making zone and community weave project
  • fabulous adventure playground 
  • well appointed washrooms at the Welcome Centre 
  • Rotary Free Bike Share 
  • Rails End Gallery's summer show - "Gathering",  FUSION Ontario Clay and Glass Association's juried show of work by emerging artists 
  • The Gallery Shop - a year round showcase of local artists


Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre in the landmark railway station is open for visitors and FREE with your admission.  Both Gallery and Shop are air conditioned and fully accessible. Enjoy your visit to the fullest!  


Unlimited Entry with your admission all weekend! 

We encourage you to explore Haliburton Village and Head Lake Park beyond Highland Street. Everything is within walking distance of the Festival including an amazing adventure playground, dog park, beach, town dock, tennis and basketball courts, library and lakeside paths. Haliburton Sculpture Forest is a 30 min stroll and the Haliburton County Rail Trail is open for biking and walking at our doorstep. 

Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre

Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre's home is a rail station built in 1893. 

LET'S STAY IN TOUCH

 We'd love to share information and inspiration with you! 


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Media Enquiries: 

info@railsendgallery.com 

705-457-2330

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