Every summer, Praise the Ward brings people together for a day of live music, local art, food, and community in one of Guelph’s most historic neighbourhoods. It’s a chance to spend time with neighbours, discover local artists and musicians, and enjoy everything that makes The Ward unique.
The Ward has always been an important part of Guelph’s story. It’s a neighbourhood with a long history of welcoming newcomers, supporting local industry, and fostering a strong sense of community. While it has changed over the years, it has never lost the character that comes from the people who live, work, and create here.
Praise the Ward reflects that. The festival shines a light on local musicians, artists, makers, community organizations, and small businesses that contribute to the neighbourhood year-round. It creates space for people to connect, learn a little more about where they live, and support the people doing great work in the community.
Events like this matter because they strengthen the things that make neighbourhoods worth investing in. Public spaces become gathering places. Local artists have an audience. Community groups meet new volunteers. Small businesses gain new customers. Residents, both new and longtime, get to know one another a little better.
At Alice Street Realty, we believe that great neighbourhoods are about more than homes. They’re built through the people, organizations, and local businesses that make everyday life richer. As a brokerage based in The Ward, we’re proud to support events that bring people together and celebrate the creativity and diversity that have long been part of this neighbourhood.
We’re grateful to be one of the sponsors of this year’s Praise the Ward festival, and we hope you’ll stop by to enjoy the music, explore the art, support local vendors, and spend some time getting to know this remarkable corner of Guelph.
We’ll see you in The Ward.
