cicada music & arts festival:

a weekend of live music in niagara

“the music is everywhere”

upcoming events

briar

Wednesday, November 18th
Niagara Artists Centre, St. Catharines

janky bungag

Monday, November 23th
Niagara Artists Centre, St. Catharines

sully burrows

Tuesday, November 24th
Helliwell Hall, St. Catharines

limestone chorus

Thursday, December 17th
Helliwell Hall, St. Catharines

hayden

Saturday, February 6th
St. Thomas Church, St. Catharines

presented by cicada music & arts:

niagara’s homegrown music festival

Cicada Music & Arts Festival is a beloved annual event on Henley Island in St. Catharines, Ontario, celebrating the best of Canadian music, local art, and Niagara culture.

From indie and folk to roots and rock, Cicada has featured performances from acclaimed artists like The Sheepdogs, July Talk, Half Moon Run & Serena Ryder, alongside emerging talent from across the country.

Enjoy craft food and drink, browse our makers market, and take in the beauty of the Niagara Region while experiencing a festival rooted in community, creativity, and connection.

Founded in memory of Thom Lepp, Cicada carries forward a legacy of gathering, inclusivity, and giving back—supporting causes like the Pathstone Mental Health Foundation.

Join us for a weekend of music, art, and good vibes in Niagara.

Live concert scene with musicians performing on stage, featuring guitarists and a drummer, under orange stage lights with audience in the foreground.