BIGLAKE in the News

Situated Between Toronto And Ottawa Is Canada's Cute Artsy Town With World-Class Wines And Lakefront Outdoor Fun

Islands

May 23, 2026

Other than its galleries, Wellington’s artsy spirit can be found at its lively summertime events, such as BIGLAKE Festival, a week-long celebration of classical music with performances by international artists. If visiting from mid-May to October, you can browse the work of local artisans, plus food vendors, at Wellington Community Market, held on Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. But regardless of when you visit, you’ll often find live music and other events at Pounders Pub and Patio. While in Wellington, also consider a visit to Consecon, a village in Prince Edward wine belt, just 20 minutes away……

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Toronto Stars

Aug 20, 2025

BIGLAKE Festival: Intimacy and Innovation

Pictongazette

Aug 6, 2025

The Best Day Trips from Toronto

Virtuoso

Apr 30, 2025

Volume 194 No. 36 Biglake’s Beethoven Sonata Marathon

Pictongazette

Aug 29, 2024

BIGLAKE Arts Brings Ambient Concerts to Prince Edward County

Shedoesthecity

Aug 21, 2024

Five concerts of jazz, classical and pop in August include Sarah Harmer, Hilario Durán and more

The Globe and Mail

Aug 15, 2024

Johannes Debus Previews the BIGLAKE Festival and the COC 2024/25 Season

Classical FM

Aug 14, 2024

BIGLAKE Festival 2024

Prince Edward County Arts Council

Aug, 2024

Beatles ReSound

Pictongazette

Jul 31, 2024

Three Canadian classical music festivals to visit this summer

The Globe and Mail

May 31, 2024

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INTERVIEW | Co-Founders/Co-Artistic Directors Johannes Debus & Elissa Lee Talk About BIGLAKE Festival 2024

Ludwig-Van Toronto

May 23, 2024

BIGLAKE launches 2024 summer season in Prince Edward County

The Intelligencer

Apr 11, 2024

Volume 194 No. 15 BIGLAKE

Pictongazette

Apr 10, 2024

Watershed Magazine is pleased to be a media sponsor for BIGLAKE Arts’ 2024 season

WATERSHED MAGAZINE

2024

BIGLAKE Festival takes the stage August 20-27

Pictongazette

Aug 2, 2021

Official Press Releases

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL: BIGLAKE Festival Sets an Intimate Stage for A Star-Studded CLASSICS Lineup

May 21, 2026

WELLINGTON, Ont. — April 1, 2026 — BIGLAKE Festival today unveiled the lineup for its upcoming season, CLASSICS, which once again welcomes internationally acclaimed classical musicians from around the world to Prince Edward County.

Audiences are invited to experience masterpieces of the classical repertoire that have stood the test of time, performed by some of the world’s leading musicians. The festival runs from Aug. 21–29 and features 10 exciting concerts and events during its annual week-long festival.

BIGLAKE Launches 2025 Summer Season Lineup and Celebrates Fifth Anniversary in Prince Edward County​

2025

BIGLAKE Launches 2024 Summer Season in Prince Edward County and reveals signature festival theme: EVOLUTION

2024

About BIGLAKE  

A dynamic cultural institution co-founded and co-directed by Juno Award-winning violinist Elissa Lee and Johannes Debus, Music Director for the Canadian Opera Company. BIGLAKE fuses tradition and innovation by weaving a variety of musical genres, cultural influences and modern elements to curate unique musical experiences in Wellington, Prince Edward County, Canada.

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Media Contacts 

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Chelsea Cabello, Touchwood PR – chelsea@touchwoodpr.com