County of Brant is pleased to share the success of this year’s Culture Days, which was held from September 20 through October 13, 2024.
The 2024 event marked the first time Brant was chosen as a Culture Days Festival Hub, thanks to the community’s enthusiastic participation in last year’s inaugural event.
“This year’s Culture Days celebration was a testament to the incredible community we have right here in Brant,” said David Bailey, Mayor for the County of Brant. “As a municipality, we are proud to have supported over 30 events through our grant funding, knowing this assistance goes a long way for event organizers.”
Throughout the three-week festival, the County of Brant was home to 48 events spanning arts, heritage, and cultural activities. These events were featured in the official online festival schedule, as well as in the County of Brant’s fall newsletter. Over 2,500 people attended the various events, an indication of the vibrant cultural interest within the Brant community.
Among the many highlights of Culture Days was the Heritage Scavenger Hunt, organized by the County of Brant Heritage Committee. The scavenger hunt led participants on a journey across historically significant sites throughout Brant. Of the completed submissions, four winners were selected, with two grand prizes and two runner-up prizes awarded. Prize packs included products generously contributed by local businesses: Henderson Apiaries, Glenridge Hazelnuts, Riverside Bookshelf, From the Attic Interiors, Rustic Palm, One Sixty One, and Chocolate Sensations.
Another highlight was the “Other Paris’ Fashion Week,” which was nominated for a Culture Days programming award, further showcasing the creativity and cultural spirit of the community. The County has already been invited back to serve as a Festival Hub for the 2025 Culture Days event.
“Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s events,” said Mayor Bailey. “A big thank you as well to those who took the time to host an event. We are so lucky to live in a community that celebrates its diverse arts, culture, and heritage scene.”
