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ARTs and culture
Art, music, theatre... you name it, Oshawa is a bit of a hot spot for Arts and Culture. Our intrepid editors have written a variety of articles to help you plan the perfect visit to Oshawa. If you ready to jump right in, click the view listings button below for a list of Arts & Culture related businesses.
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Below is an ever-growing list of Oshawa Arts & Culture venues. Check back often as we're always updating this list.
NEXUS
Hang out in the NEXUS lounge, a Sci-fi themed bar in downtown Oshawa. NEXUS transports you to other worlds with themed spaces from some of your favourite sci-fi franchises. Immerse yourself in themed events. Enjoy electronic, industrial, new wave and post punk music with DJs and live bands weekly.
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
The RMG believes that art cultivates connected and caring communities. As an artist-centered and
community-oriented public art gallery in Durham Region, we bring people from diverse backgrounds
together to engage with art that inspires new perspectives, generates meaningful conversations, and
creates a sense of belonging.
Tribute Communities Centre
Durham Regionโs premier sports & entertainment facility includes a full-service restaurant, private suites, club seating, and an Oshawa Generals retail store.
Whether itโs a big-name comedian such as Jerry Seinfeld, a world-class band like KISS or a massive production such as Cirque du Soleil, the Tribute Communities Centre provides world-class entertainment of all types to Oshawa and the Durham Region.
Regent Theatre
Given the theatre's history, the role it has played in downtown Oshawa and the special attachment the community continues to have for the Regent, we are proud to have played a part in the restoration of the theatre returning it to its former glory.
Reopened in September 2010, the Regent functions as a large lecture theatre for students, and for community and cultural events during the evenings and on weekends throughout the year.
Parkwood National Historic Site
Parkwood National Historic Site was the home of Col. Samuel McLaughlin, founder of GM Canada. Today Parkwood is a Museum, Event Space, Giftshop and Community Hub within the city of Oshawa.
Everyone in the community is encouraged to stop by and walk our free 11 acres of property, stop in and shop in our giftshop, Take a tour of the mansion or book an event online for one of our many events throughout the year!
Club 717
Club 717 is the LONGEST and ONLY designated LGBTQIA+ space in the Durham Region! ๐ณ๏ธโ๐๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ
Featuring Drag Shows every Friday Night ๐
Open Thursday - Sunday ๐
Canadian Automotive Museum
The Canadian Automotive Museum is home to the world's most significant collection of Canadian automobiles. Located in a former 1920s car dealership in historic downtown Oshawa, the museum is a family-friendly, year-round destination. Check out their website for a full schedule of walking tours, exhibits, guest talks and children's events.
Ontario Regiment (RCAC) Museum
The Ontario Regiment Museum houses the largest collection of operational historic military vehicles in Canada. The museum specializes in delivering immersive historical experiences. During events, visitors can see a selection of the museum's vehicles start their engines and roll onto the tank arena. The museum's largest annual event, Aquino Tank Weekend, is one of the largest military events in Canada, with a series of live battle re-enactments, exhibitors, and special guests offering the ultimate military historical experience.
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