The Studio Tour Haliburton Highlands – October 4-5 & 11-12

The Studio Tour – Haliburton Highlands now in its 38th year!

Visit the studios of professional artists and craftspeople in Haliburton County!  

The Studio Tour – Haliburton Highlands, one of Canada’s longest running studio tours, occurs annually on the first two weekends of October.  This year, it will feature 46 artists across 26 studios, making it the largest in its history.

The event provides local artists – some with guest artists – with an opportunity to welcome visitors into their studios.   Visitors can observe artistic demonstrations, learn about creative processes, and purchase unique artworks in various media, including textile and fabric art, painting, leatherwork, glasswork, jewellery, photography, quilting, pottery, metal art, ceramics, and more.

For many artists participating in the tour, this is a valuable opportunity to engage directly with their audience and share their passion for their craft.   Displaying their work within their studios creates a personalised and immersive experience for visitors, making it an unforgettable event.  Many studios are open at other times of the year, but for some, this is your only opportunity to wander through their special space.

Mark your calendars and start planning your route!  This self-guided tour extends from Tory Hill in the east to Carnarvon in the west offering visitors the opportunity to observe the autumn foliage of Haliburton County while visiting creative studio spaces located in forests, near lakes, and along country roads. 

Pick up a brochure and take advantage of the resources available on our website “thestudiotour.ca” where you can read more about our artists and our sponsors.  Check out the Toureka! app (toureka.app) which offers an interactive map with driving directions that will guide you around the Highlands.  

Enhance your experience by staying at accommodations within Haliburton County and enjoying regional cuisine at various restaurants along the studio tour route. Including The Boshkung Brewing Company on your itinerary is highly recommended, as it offers a limited release Studio Tour brew that can be incorporated into your visit. Additionally, tastings will be available at select studios.

The Studio Tour artists are ready to welcome you, your family and friends to join them the first two weekends of October.