Waterfront
Museum of Water
DowntownLet's CelebrateWater! Midland
Celebrate Water! is happening now.
30+
Events
All month long
July
All Month
2026
Free
& Family-Friendly
Most events
Midland
Ontario
Georgian Bay
Midland’s summer journey begins here!
Presented by the Canadian Museum of Water, Celebrate Water! is Midland’s signature summer experience—a month-long celebration of art, culture, science, music, and community inspired by the waters that shape our lives.
Whether you are a visitor, cottager, or local, you’re certain to find something new!
Throughout July, discover a wide range of experiences
What's Happening Across Midland
Live performances and cultural programming
A floating public art installation on Little Lake
Hands-on workshops, talks, and demonstrations
Special exhibits and collaborative community projects
Family-friendly activities and community events
Interactive experiences across downtown and waterfront locations
Adrian the Water Drop's
Passport Adventure
Your journey through Midland starts here.
Meet Adrian the Water Drop, your guide through Celebrate Water! Follow clues across town and visit participating stops—local businesses, waterfront spaces, parks, installations, and featured experiences.
Each stop is part of your journey. Discover something new, collect Passport stickers, and unlock your progress through the festival.
Complete your Passport to reach tiered rewards and enter the Ultimate Georgian Bay Grand Prize Getaway (~$4,000).
Explore. Discover. Collect. Celebrate.
What's On
From today's activities to the full month ahead — here's what's happening at Celebrate Water! 2026.
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)
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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