Concerts at the Grotto
92 Centre Street K0C 1A0 Alexandria, ON, Canada

A reminder that the Grotto was also intended as a memorial to the local people who lost their lives in the wars. Thank you to piper Rory McKinnon of the Glengarry Pipe Band. #Glengarry #glengarrypipeband #northglengarry #alexandriaontario #glengarrymyhome

Celebrate Hogman-eh! ‘20 Fiery & Bold with us from the comfort of your own home this year! Get your Hogman-eh! celebration bags, filled with goodies for y...ou and the family to enjoy as you gather on the sofa to watch the SSO video presentation on December 31. Check out the list of goodies in the bags and purchase them now! Limited quantities available. https://ottscot.ca/hogmanay

Glengarry District High School presents their St. Andrew's Day "Live" Concert tomorrow at 9:30am! It will be live-streamed on the Glengarry District High School Facebook page for everyone to enjoy! Don't miss the awesome Glengarry Talent!

It was a beautiful day today for the Rosary Rally at the Grotto!

Happy Thanksgiving!

It’s been another successful season. Thank you to everyone who helped make this summer as good as it could be. We had excellent musicians perform and the videos are available to watch on this page at any time! Hopefully, next summer we will get to perform our Concerts at the Grotto!" Thank you all for continuing to support Concerts at the Grotto! We appreciate each donation which is used to maintain the monument and provide concerts every Wednesday evening in July & Augu...st. Donations can be made by: 1. E-transfer to [email protected] 2. Cash/Cheque at B&B Food Market, 167 Bishop St.N., Alexandria 3. Mail: Save the Grotto, 20990 Cty. Rd. 10, Alexandria, ON K0C 1A0. For info call Brian & Elizabeth Caddell at 613-525-3040. See more

Bang on the Ear Concert - Aug. 26, 2020

It was a beautiful day today for the Rosary Rally at the Grotto!

The "Bang On the Ear" Virtual Concert is Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 7:00pm. It can be viewed on the Concerts at the Grotto Facebook page or at the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/mPrRNKgQrx0 Don't miss it!

The Trevor Clefs Concert - Aug. 19, 2020

The Caddells & Friends Concert - Aug. 12, 2020

"The Caddells & Friends" are performing "Live" on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 7:00pm. Friends who love music! Photo (Front): Paddy Kelly (Guitar/Tin Whistle/Fiddle/Vocals), Andrea DeCoeur (Vocals/Bodhran), Sarah Caddell (Vocals/Drums), Ashley McDougall (Vocals). (Back): Paolo Stante (Guitar), Elizabeth Caddell (Piano/Vocals), Brian Caddell (Guitar/Drums/Vocals), Lee MacKinnon (Guitar/Drums/Vocals). You may watch the concert on "The Concerts at the Grotto" Facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/AUa0o2dlVM0

Bang on the Ear Concert - Aug. 26, 2020

The Fridge Full of Empties Concert - Aug. 5, 2020

"The TrevorClefs" (Virtual Concert) is on Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00pm! It will be available to watch on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page and at the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/Mww-ElK-zV4 "The TrevorClefs" enjoy sharing their talent with one another and their audience. Their verve for jazz is contagious! Photo: (Front) Erin Smith (Alto Sax), Katie Ditschun (Vocals), Kate Miller (Trumpet/Flugelhorn/Conga Drums), Claude Champagne (Bass). (Back) Michael Dionne (Drums), Craig Miller (Harmonica), Trevor Stanton (Tenor Sax) & Rob Lemieux (Piano).

The "Bang On the Ear" Virtual Concert is Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 7:00pm. It can be viewed on the Concerts at the Grotto Facebook page or at the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/mPrRNKgQrx0 Don't miss it!

The Trevor Clefs Concert - Aug. 19, 2020

"The TrevorClefs" (Virtual Concert) is on Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00pm! It will be available to watch on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page and at the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/Mww-ElK-zV4 "The TrevorClefs" enjoy sharing their talent with one another and their audience. Their verve for jazz is contagious! Photo: (Front) Erin Smith (Alto Sax), Katie Ditschun (Vocals), Kate Miller (Trumpet/Flugelhorn/Conga Drums), Claude Champagne (Bass). (Back) Michael Dionne (Drums), Craig Miller (Harmonica), Trevor Stanton (Tenor Sax) & Rob Lemieux (Piano).

The Caddells & Friends Concert - Aug. 12, 2020

"Fridge Full of Empties" is performing "Live" on Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 7:00pm! Don't miss this talented Celtic Party Band! Members: Nelson MacPherson (Blue Thunder/Vocals), Paul Villeneuve (Vocals), Andrew Munro (Guitar/Pipes), Kelsey Duval (Fiddle) & Mark Hall (Guitar/Vocals). The concerts will be available to watch on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/6n3DtfdpzUs

There will be an Ordination at St. Finnan's Cathedral on Monday, Aug. 10 at 7:00pm with the ordination of 7 candidates to the diaconate - 6 permanent deacons, and one transitional deacon. It will be available to watch "Live" on Facebook at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100012992085847

Thank you all for continuing to support Concerts at the Grotto! We appreciate each donation which is used to maintain the monument and provide concerts every Wednesday evening in July & August. Donations can be made by: 1. E-transfer to [email protected] 2. Cash/Cheque at B&B Food Market, 167 Bishop St.N., Alexandria 3. Mail: Save the Grotto, 20990 Cty. Rd. 10, Alexandria, ON K0C 1A0.... For info call Brian & Elizabeth Caddell at 613-525-3040. See more

The Hallions Concert - July 29, 2020

"The Hallions" concert is on Wednesday, July 29 at 7:00pm! Don't miss this talented group! Photo: Noel Campbell - Bass, Alexander MacMillan - Mandolin/Banjo/E.Guitar/Vocals, Stephen Blondin - Drums, Pamela Cumming - Fiddle, Patrick Garreau - Lead Vocals/Guitar. You can watch the concert on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page and at the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/o_Ynt140lCs

"The Caddells & Friends" are performing "Live" on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 7:00pm. Friends who love music! Photo (Front): Paddy Kelly (Guitar/Tin Whistle/Fiddle/Vocals), Andrea DeCoeur (Vocals/Bodhran), Sarah Caddell (Vocals/Drums), Ashley McDougall (Vocals). (Back): Paolo Stante (Guitar), Elizabeth Caddell (Piano/Vocals), Brian Caddell (Guitar/Drums/Vocals), Lee MacKinnon (Guitar/Drums/Vocals). You may watch the concert on "The Concerts at the Grotto" Facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/AUa0o2dlVM0

The Fridge Full of Empties Concert - Aug. 5, 2020

The County Lads Concert - July 22, 2020

The County Lads Concert performed on July 22 is now available on Youtube at the following link: https://youtu.be/R9N5piPuzBE

The Hadrian's Wall Concert is on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/DI6kNz8rvq4

"The County Lads" will be performing "Live" tonight at 7:00pm in "The Barn!" Don't miss it! The concert will be available to watch on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page or on Youtube at the following link: https://youtu.be/MTTTMdIHISk

"Fridge Full of Empties" is performing "Live" on Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 7:00pm! Don't miss this talented Celtic Party Band! Members: Nelson MacPherson (Blue Thunder/Vocals), Paul Villeneuve (Vocals), Andrew Munro (Guitar/Pipes), Kelsey Duval (Fiddle) & Mark Hall (Guitar/Vocals). The concerts will be available to watch on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/6n3DtfdpzUs

Beautiful photo of the Grotto taken by Tara Kirkpatrick.

The County Lads perform "Live" in "The Barn" on Wednesday, July 22nd! Photo: Hamish MacDonald (fiddle), Alec MacDonald (guitar/vocals), Nolan Laframboise (bass/vocals), Joah Vaillancourt (drums/vocals). Hamish & Alec (brothers) are from Monkland, Nolan is from Williamstown & Joah is from Alexandria. The concert will be available to watch on "The Concerts at the Grotto" facebook page or on Youtube at the following link: https://youtu.be/MTTTMdIHISk

The Brigadoons Concert - July 15, 2020

The Brigadoons are performing in a Virtual Concert tonight at 7:00pm! Members: Dan Leroux (Bass/Vocals), Reg Portieous (Guitar/Irish Bouzouki/Vocals), Paddy Kelly (Guitar/Fiddle/Vocals), Denis Carr (Vocals/Percussion) & Heather Flipsen (Fiddle). Donations are accepted to maintain the monument and pay the performers. The show can be viewed on "The Concerts at the Grotto" Facebook page and on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/sK4A_GWftV8

Many thanks to Anick Bertrand from "Les papiers Left & Write Paperie & Design" for creating the lovely new logo for Concerts at the Grotto! You can visit her store which is located at 8 Main St. North in Alexandria.

Don’t miss the Virtual concert by The Brigadoons tomorrow evening at 7:00pm!

The Brigadoons Virtual Concert is Wed., July 15! Don't miss this talented group perform at 7:00pm on "The Concerts at the Grotto" Facebook page and on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/sK4A_GWftV8

Made for music!

Hadrian’s Wall Concert - July 8, 2020

One hour until Showtime! Don’t miss Hadrian’s Wall Live at 7:00pm!!!

Hadrian's Wall is performing "Live" on Wed., July 8th in Glengarry! Members performing: Ashley MacLeod(fiddle/vocals), Ewen McIntosh(mandolin/vocals), Neil Emberg(guitar/vocals), Richard Irwin(drums/vocals), Dave Gossage(flute/guitar) & Terry O'Farrell(bass/vocals). This Concert will be live streamed on the Concerts at the Grotto Facebook page and will be uploaded to YouTube later.

Canada Day Concert Campbell Trio & Friends! YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/G2vaqZEPKrQ

The Campbell Trio and Friends Concert - July 1, 2020 Canada Day Concert

Happy Canada Day! The Campbell Trio & Friends perform tonight at 7:00pm on this Facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/G2vaqZEPKrQ Don't miss it! It's going to be awesome!

The Campbell Trio & Friends perform tomorrow night at 7:00pm. This will be a virtual concert shared on the Concerts at the Grotto facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/G2vaqZEPKrQ Don't miss it!

Our first concert this year is next Wednesday!!! (7:00pm-8:30pm) Don’t miss it! It’s going to be fantastic!

Our 2020 CONCERTS start July 1! We are very sorry that we cannot have our concerts held at the Grotto this summer. However, we are busy preparing live stream and prerecorded videos for you to enjoy online! They will be available to watch every Wednesday at 7:00pm on this facebook page or on YouTube at the following link: https://youtu.be/G2vaqZEPKrQ The concerts will feature amazing entertainment that you won't want to miss! Check the events section for further details...! Upcoming concerts: July 1 - The Campbell Trio & Friends, July 8 - Hadrian's Wall, July 15 - The Brigadoons, July 22 - The County Lads. We will be accepting donations for the upkeep of the Grotto (maintenance & gardening) and the concert series. Donations can be sent by etransfer to [email protected] or cash donations will be accepted at B&B Food Market located at 167 Bishop St. N., Alexandria. Thank you, in advance, for any donations! Contact Brian & Elizabeth Caddell for more information at 613-525-3040. See more

A huge thank you to René Jeaurond for taking care of the gardens at the Grotto again this summer! Merci René!

Thanks for testing the Live thing with us :)

We are organizing Concerts at the Grotto for this summer. Unfortunately, the concerts cannot be held at the Grotto because of Covid-19. Therefore, the concerts are going to be streamed live every Wednesday (7:00pm-8:00pm) in July & August. The live feed will be available to watch on The Concerts at the Grotto Facebook page! Mark your calendars and be ready to watch great entertainment every Wednesday in July & August at 7:00pm! The performers will be announced as soon as possible!

The Grotto - June 17, 2016 before restoration!

Lee MacKinnon, Ellie MacKinnon & Brian Caddell - July 31, 2019

Paddy Kelly performing with Torridon!

Video from 2016 - Gabrielle Campbell, Camille Chartrand, Sabrina Beauchesne, Sarah Caddell, Isabelle Laroque, Rachel Campbell & Noel Campbell performing A Thousand Years.

Concert is changed to Saturday at 7:00pm!

Concert in 2 nights at 7:00pm!

Mark your calendars - Concert on Friday at 7:00pm featuring Glengarry Musicians!

Stay safe everyone!

Several young musicians from our region have come together to offer you a virtual concert which will take place on April 19, 3 p.m. on our Facebook page. You wi...ll hear many talented young people from Alexandria aged 4 to 21! #inthistogether Plusieurs jeunes de notre région se sont rassemblés afin de vous offrir un concert virtuel qui aura lieu le 19 avril, 15h sur notre page Facebook. Vous entendrez des jeunes talentueux d'Alexandria âgés de 4 à 21 ans! #çavabienaller

Hadrian’s Wall! Ashley MacLeod Neil Emberg Ewen McIntosh

The Campbell Trio (Gabrielle Campbell, Noel Campbell & Rachel Campbell) and Anick Bertrand performing "Glengarry Town" for Alexandria's 200th Anniversary. At the end, you will hear the church bells ringing from St. Finnan's Cathedral, the Alexandria United Church & Sacre Coeur Church.

Only 4.5 months until Concerts at the Grotto start again in July!!!

Ecumenical Service at St. Finnan’s Cathedral in Alexandria tomorrow Dec. 8 at 2:00pm. Everyone is welcome! Admission is free. Performances by: St. Finnan’s Children’s Choir, Alexandria United Church on the Hill/St. Andrew’s United Church Choir, St. Martin de Tours Choir, Paroisse Sacre Coeur, Simply Singing Choir, The MacLeod Fiddlers & Elizabeth Caddell. Master of Ceremonies: Brian Caddell.