Previous Events
Sat, Oct 31OpenStudio Art CafeOur annual Halloween Bash will again be full of creepy surprises! Especially because costumes are mandatory!! Come disguised and keep us guessing! As always we will vote for best costume, so give get creative! Treats, prizes and lots of fun! So, come on in...we won't bite!
Multiple DatesFri, Oct 30OpenStudio Art CafeSummer '26 is finally here and the bright white 'sign of fun' fence is ready for another Spring/Summer season! Come on out and experience Friday night live music inside the cafe or outside on the porch or patio. Bring your friends, instruments and/or love of live music. See you there!
Sat, Oct 24OpenStudio Art CafeDay 2 of a City of Pickering event in Millennium Square and Nautical Village. Stop by the cafe for our new Peanut Butter Cup Steamer, Art Sale, Live Street Music & Book Signing and Sale of Unmasked with author/poet, Ivy Rose.
Sat, Oct 17OpenStudio Art CafeNEW DATE: This amazing evening is postponed to Sat Oct 17, same time, same place. A rare occasion to hear singer, songwriter Mike Brown’s volume of original music. His songs will be performed by Mike along side his long time friend and lead guitarist Al Regina and bass player Ron Innes.
Sat, Oct 17OpenStudio Art CafeDay 1 of a City of Pickering event in Millennium Square and Nautical Village. Stop by the cafe for our new Peanut Butter Cup Steamer, Art Sale plus Live Music across the street. Pick up your ticket for Listening Room with Mike Brown @ 7pm
Sat, Oct 03OpenStudio Art CafeThese two musician friends will be combining their talents once again, this time for a Saturday 'summer turns to fall' afternoon on the porch. Enjoy the patio while listening to their acoustic favourites.
Sat, Sep 19OpenStudio Art CafeLongtime musical friends, Karen & Lisa will be back on the porch again this summer. Their lovely, folky harmonies have been honed by years of playing together and we’re so glad they are back.
Sat, Jun 13OpenStudio Art CafeOur favourite three singer/songwriters are back by popular demand to the cafe's Listening Room. Last time having wow'd the cafe's intimate setting with their wonderful musical personal stories, we can't wait to have them back again. Don't delay getting your tickets. They go fast!- Multiple DatesFri, May 29OpenStudio Art CafeMay 2026 is finally here and the bright white 'sign of fun' fence is ready for another Spring/Summer season! Come on out and experience Friday night live music inside the cafe or outside on the porch or patio. Bring your friends, instruments and/or love of live music. See you there!
- Fri, May 08OpenStudio Art CafeMay 2026 is finally here and the bright white 'sign of fun' fence is ready for another Spring/Summer season! Come on out and experience Friday night live music inside the cafe or outside on the porch or patio. Bring your friends, instruments and/or love of live music. See you there!
Fall thru Winter 2025/26
inside and outside
We are happy to add outdoor porch music events again this summer! Our most beloved events like Open Mic and special music performances will still be held inside with extra available seating outdoors. Be on the lookout for these Porch Performance events on Upcoming Events calendar.
Open Mic Nite
Every Friday night at the Cafe.
Be the Subject/Be the Artist
If you are interested in being the Subject, send an inquiry to book a date.
Listening Room - Saturday Night @ the Cafe
(ticketed event) – we are planning many exciting music performances this Fall & Winter, check the calendar often.
Paint Nite
(private parties) – if you have a group of (min 6) interested artists, send an email to book a weekday evening.
Wine/Piano Nite
(ticketed event) – check the calendar for these special Saturday social evenings of dress-up and wine exploration, accompanied by piano playing in the background.
If you have a music act or a workshop idea to share, contact the café draw@openstudioartcafe.com to book a date.
Check the events calendar often for dates and times.