Springtime Live

You will not want to miss our Springtime Live concert!
Mark May 23, 2025 in your calendars.
Music that Inspires, Challenges, and Connects.

The SweetWater Music Festival showcases the best musicians from across Canada and beyond performing classical, jazz, and contemporary music.

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SweetWater Music Festival 2025

We’re already planning for next season! September 17-22, 2025

For twenty years, SweetWater Music Festival has been captivating and enriching our local community by spreading the joy of music. This year’s festival was a proud homage to our dedicated audiences, hard-working volunteers, and our supremely talented musicians as we celebrated twenty years of enjoying live music together!

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Nov 4, 2023

A tribute to one of our steadfast supporters - L. Murray Cathcart

Nov 4, 2023

L. Murray Cathcart passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 27th at home with his family by his side. He is grieved by his wife of 69 years, B. Ruth Cathcart ne Chennells; his 4 children—Colin, Scott, Jane, and Cameron; his 9 grandchildren—Eva, Anna, Emily, Alice, Johnny, Jenna, Maddie, Davis, and Corinne; and 7 great grandchildren—William, Maclaren, Jack, Luna, Alice, and Murray.

Nov 4, 2023

Jul 13, 2023

The Sweet Sounds of Spring and Beyond

Jul 13, 2023

Read an article submitted By Jen Burak, published in The Meaford Independent May 22, 2023 in which SweetWater receives a glowing review for our Springtime Live Concert.

Jul 13, 2023

Apr 7, 2023

The SweetWater Music Festival: A Feast for Music Lovers and Musicians

Apr 7, 2023

Every third week in September, exceptional musicians from across Canada, America and Europe assemble in Owen Sound to perform classical, jazz and contemporary music concerts at the SweetWater Music Festival. Concerts take place over five days at a variety of venues, from the historic Leith Church to the funky Heartwood Concert Hall. Read Gail Gallant’s full article.

Apr 7, 2023

A quick look at how SweetWater is making music happen over the past year.

A short look back at some of the musical moments and more from SweetWater 2021. Special thanks to Livestream Partner CTRE for their videography and post production to bring these highlights together.

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Your donations fund the September Festival, other concerts, community outreach initiatives, education programs, and ongoing operations. You can also support one of our endowed funds. Remember, you will receive a tax receipt for any contribution to SweetWater. Thank you for your support!

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