Spring is upon us, the sap is flowing and Tap Into Maple has begun! Oro-Medonte is home to some incredible maple producers, who are working hard this time of year to bring us the best syrup around. Join in the delicious fun by taking part in Tap Into Maple a self-driving, sweet tooth fulfilling route […]
Orillia & Lake Country boasts a bustling arts and culture scene, celebrated year-round during the region’s major festivals and events. With popular sold-out music events like the Mariposa Folk Festival (July 5-7) and Boots & Hearts (August 8-11), now is the time to start planning your festival getaway and build that early-bird itinerary. Each […]
Located just 90 minutes north of Toronto in the heart of lake country, Orillia has remained a winter hotspot for tourists for decades. If you’re headed to the Games this February 6 to 8 and looking to soak up as many of the event activities as possible, we’ve got you covered with a complete guide […]
With wide-open blue skies and sparkling snow as far as the eye can see, Orillia’s moniker as the ‘Sunshine City’ doesn’t just apply to the summer months. 90 minutes north of Toronto, Orillia welcomes visitors for a fresh winter escape, surrounded by some of the best outdoor winter destinations in Central Ontario, offering up a […]
Every year Orillia and Lake Country welcome an idyllic Canadian winter wonderland. From exhilarating snow hills and frozen lakes to rejuvenating crisp trails, memorable winter adventures await in all corners of the region. Take a week off to experience, indulge, and relax into the season like you never have before. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer […]
Theatre aficionados, live music fanatics, and self-proclaimed sleuths, get ready to be entertained this season in Orillia and Lake Country! Winter entertainment doesn’t stop with the snow hills, here’s what’s coming to the stage – both large-scale and interactive – in Orillia this season. Meredith Willson’s The Music Man Presented by St. Paul’s Orillia Meredith […]
Don’t let the winter blues keep you down, Orillia and Lake Country boasts activities to lift your spirits and find the energy to make the most out of this time of year. We have a few recommendations to make your winter getaway a great way to kick off the year! 1. Let Winter Become Your […]
Just steps away from waterfront accommodation and lakeside adventure, downtown Orillia is a cultural hub of activity. After a day out exploring the region, visit the Sunshine City’s local pubs and restaurants, where restaurateurs and businesses have perfected niche after-hours experiences to keep you entertained all night long. Pubs, Music, & Nightlife If you’re seeking […]
Orillia & Lake Country often turns into a winter wonderland, as beautiful in its icy slumber as it is throughout the rest of the seasons. But sometimes Mother Nature has other plans, and the cold weather just won’t stay. So, what does this mean for visiting OLC? No worries, this winter’s El Nino may mean […]
Nestled under a canopy of sparkling, snowy trees, Orillia & Lake Country’s green spaces are the perfect place to rejuvenate yourself with nature’s embrace. Refresh yourself with a relaxing walk alongside expansive lake views, get your blood pumping with exhilarating fat biking through the woods, or try your hand at a cozy, snowshoe through the […]