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Orillia is surrounded by water that acts as a rippling blue magnet to attract visitors from far and wide who love to boat, fish, and enjoy being on the water. Every summer, thousands of boaters dock at the Port of Orillia. For many Orillia is a destination; for others, it is a special stop on a voyage through the historic 386-kilometre Trent-Severn Waterway. The adjacent waterfront parks offer scenic trails, sandy beach, picnic areas, free Sunday evening band concerts and a delightful replica steam train for kids of all ages. The Port of Orillia is just steps away from great dining and shopping in Downtown Orillia. The Port of Orillia- “Jewel of the Trent”! The Port of Orillia is the best facility located on the Trent-Severn Waterway and is connected to Historic Downtown Orillia including restaurants, shopping, grocery and liquor stores. Facilities include well kept washrooms and Showers! Come visit Port of Orillia and enjoy the many festivals and activities that are taking place this summer! Port of Orillia – “Jewel of the Trent” Tie Up at the Best Facility on the Trent-Severn Waterway! Lake Couchiching, Orillia, Ontario, Canada. CLEAN MARINE GOLD RATED Monitoring VHF Channel […]
In the very heart of Orillia sits a fairy-tale building, and inside that building, legends are born. Since 1895, the city has dreamed, laughed, wept and fought inside the Orillia Opera House. Many of the city’s defining moments have taken place under its landmark twin spires. The 700 seat auditorium was a movie house from the 20’s until the late 50’s. It was a favourite place on a Saturday for a kid to spend an afternoon for a quarter. Known for its fine acoustics has featured such artists as the Marx Brothers, Glenn Gould, Oscar Peterson, k.d. lang, Mickey Rooney, Dan Hill, Liona Boyd, Blue Rodeo, George Canyon, Paul Brandt, Ron James, Manteca, Lighthouse, The Stampeders and our own hometown boy, Gordon Lightfoot, which had the main auditorium named in his honour in 1997. As well as, many would-be greats such as school bands and local theatre groups. The Orillia Opera House is well known for their summer theatre programs. Make sure to check out the events listing on our website or visit the Opera House Website for information on these programs.
Mariposa Folk Festival is an exciting, vibrant and storied musical happening! Mariposa has presented its incredible performances and programming for over 60 glorious years. Come join us! Enjoy and share in the rich tapestry of festival experiences that animate the wonderful spirit of Mariposa! The festival is a celebration of song, story, dance and craft, and so much more. Taking place in a beautiful lakeside setting, Mariposa features some of the most renowned artists on the North American and international scenes, as well as emerging artists for you to discover. It is a 3-day getaway with 100+ performances on 11 stages. For those camping at Mariposa, the fun starts the day before the festival opens and finishes the day after it closes.
Visit Orillia’s perfectly placed downtown just steps away from everything you need! Whether Downtown Orillia is your destination or just a pit stop, expect a wide variety of casual to fine dining restaurants plus dozens of specialty stores to explore! Within walking distance of the grocery and liquor stores, and steps from the waterfront. Downtown Orillia offers everything you want out of your all season getaway. Visit Downtown Orillia to experience everything from art to delicious food to year-round events, street festivals and even a weekly Farmers’ Market. For a list of Downtown Orillia Businesses Click HERE For a Map of Downtown Orillia Businesses Click HERE
Welcome to the Champlain Waterfront Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection A luxury boutique Orillia hotel near Lake Couchiching nestled in the heart of Ontario’s stunning Lake Country, The Champlain Waterfront Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection is located just one hour north of Toronto. Guests of The Champlain will enjoy the following amenities: Complimentary breakfast Free wireless high-speed internet access Free parking Fionn MacCools Restaurant on site All guest rooms have a refrigerator, 49-inch LCD television, free wireless internet access, Keurig coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Enjoy the fireplace in the king fireplace rooms. This Orillia boutique hotel is conveniently located to many local attractions and points of interests including Casino Rama, the Leacock Museum, Georgian College, Orillia Opera House, OPP Museum and Hawk Ridge Golf & Country Club. The surrounding area offers a variety of recreational opportunities including marinas, golf courses, the Bass Lake Provincial Park, hiking and biking trails. Enjoy the day strolling along the Port of Orillia boardwalk or take in some shopping in Orillia. Stores include the Mariposa Market Stores, Apple Annie’s Gifts, Crafts & Chocolates, Plum Loco, Manticore Books, Kahuna Surf Shop, Willie’s Bakery, Jack & Maddy’s Kids Store. In the winter season, […]
The Orillia Museum of Art & History is located in the historic 1894 Sir Sam Steele Memorial Building in the heart of downtown Orillia’s shopping and restaurant district. This unique art gallery and museum presents significant art & history exhibitions of both regional and national importance.
DWN is a delectable, delightful adventure in chocolate. Founded by Dawn Nita, DWN Craft Chocolatier incorporates the fundamentals of bean-to-bar chocolate making with the whimsical colour and flavour combinations of fine chocolate bonbons. Chocolate bars, confections and chocolate-covered nuts are handcrafted in small batches in the Sunshine City of Orillia, Ontario. With a focus on using natural and local ingredients, DWN combines flavours that are fun, comforting and familiar.
Inspired by Italy, created locally. Nestled in beautiful downtown Orillia you can come peek into our open concept pizzeria as we create beautiful Neapolitan-style pizza. Fuelled solely by wood, watch the 900 degree oven force our handmade dough to rise and blister. If we don’t make/grow it ourselves, we rely on our neighbourhood farmers, brew masters & pasta makers to help stock us up with the highest quality local products. These local products combined with specialty meats, cheeses, olive oil, tomatoes & wine imported from Italy allow us to prepare all of our simple yet flavourful menu items in-house. Enjoy a vino from our long wine list, a creative cocktail or one of our local brews on the large European-styled patio during the warmer months. As it cools off, let the the cozy interior and a hot Italian beverage warm you up. Whether it is date night or a big family dinner, we have a table for you. Location & Hours WINTER HOURS: Tues, Wed, Thurs 11:30AM – 9:00PM Fri & Sat 11:30AM – 10:00PM Sunday & Monday closed until spring
Breakfast and brunch in Downtown Orillia
Alleycats Music is a vintage record and poster shop located in downtown Orillia, Ontario. We opened our doors in March 2012 in a 7 foot wide, 300 square foot store that until 1967 was an outdoor alley. In 2015 we connected the ‘alley’ with the store next door to offer more products including a large selection of posters, framed pictures, comic books, t-shirts and collectibles. Alleycats Music features a permanently set up PA system and stage where we host live music Sunday afternoons at 1:00. If you are a performer who would like to share some songs please contact us by email about playing. We are very involved with the community sponsoring and supporting music and art events including the Mariposa Folk Festival in Concert Series, Roots North Music Festival, the Orillia Jazz Festival and the Starry Night art crawl. Please enjoy browsing our website and we look forward to meeting you the next time you are in Orillia! We can be reached at info@alleycatsmusic.com if you have questions about the shop or products.
HQ (Headquarters). We believe in community, relationships and good friends. HQ is a hub for the community, a place to come unwind or meet with friends.
Apple Annie’s Café, conveniently located on beautiful Mississaga Street in downtown Orillia, beside Manticore Books, in the heart of Ontario’s Lake Country. We offer a light breakfast of pastries, scones and grilled sandwiches along with fresh fruit salad. For lunch, we serve cold sandwiches, grilled sandwiches, fresh soups & stews, quiche and salad.
Apple Annie’s Fine Chocolate & Gourmet Coffees is conveniently located on beautiful Mississaga Street in downtown Orillia, right in the heart of Ontario’s Lake Country. Since its inauguration in 1989, Apple Annie’s has become Orillia’s premier address for fine fudge, assorted chocolates, gourmet coffees, quality teas, chutneys and much more. The store is part of the famous Mariposa Market, Orillia’s one-of-a-kind shopping attraction for the whole family.
Take a step Back in Thyme and experience a simpler lifestyle. We offer a unique blend of primitive gift ware, antiques, reproduction furniture and accessories to help decorate your home, cottage or garden.
Speciality Bakery & Cafe. Gluten Free / Dairy Free / Vegan. Daily confectionery menu, custom cakes, lunch specials, pizza Friday, Sunday brunch, office lunches, wedding cakes & dessert tables, coffee. tea. espresso & more!
Good grub! Great pub! Enjoy casual dining in downtown Orillia. We have a great patio overlooking the main street. Some weekends we have live entertainment playing in our restaurant and we have a private room to use for various functions.
We are ONE & ONLY Authentic Korean Dessert House in Simcoe County and Orillia! Korean Snow Bingsu, Coffee Bean Bread, Traditional Korean Tea, Brick Toasts, Bubble Tea, Bubble Waffles, Espresso, Coffee and more! >> FAST FREE Wi-Fi & FREE PARKING <<
Come experience that small town feeling while shopping for your everyday grocery needs in Washago. We carry everything from the freshest of produce to freshly baked breads and sweets. Located in Washago, ON
Offering the best in fashion right in Downtown Orillia! Michael Kors, Bench, Canada Goose, Guess, and more! Stop in today to see what’s in fashion at CC Fashions!
Welcome to the Champlain Waterfront Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection A luxury boutique Orillia hotel near Lake Couchiching nestled in the heart of Ontario’s stunning Lake Country, The Champlain Waterfront Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection is located just one hour north of Toronto. Guests of The Champlain will enjoy the following amenities: Complimentary breakfast Free wireless high-speed internet access Free parking Fionn MacCools Restaurant on site All guest rooms have a refrigerator, 49-inch LCD television, free wireless internet access, Keurig coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. Enjoy the fireplace in the king fireplace rooms. This Orillia boutique hotel is conveniently located to many local attractions and points of interests including Casino Rama, the Leacock Museum, Georgian College, Orillia Opera House, OPP Museum and Hawk Ridge Golf & Country Club. The surrounding area offers a variety of recreational opportunities including marinas, golf courses, the Bass Lake Provincial Park, hiking and biking trails. Enjoy the day strolling along the Port of Orillia boardwalk or take in some shopping in Orillia. Stores include the Mariposa Market Stores, Apple Annie’s Gifts, Crafts & Chocolates, Plum Loco, Manticore Books, Kahuna Surf Shop, Willie’s Bakery, Jack & Maddy’s Kids Store. In the winter season, […]
Chelsea Chocolates’ factory is located in the heart of Orillia’s Lake Country just north of Barrie in the village of Craighurst. Chelsea Chocolates has been manufacturing chocolates, truffles and specialty items since 1995. They make their own products in small batches using fine Belgian chocolate and the finest ingredients to ensure our customers the freshest chocolates. They also have a small retail outlet on site where local residents and visitors to the area can treat themselves to little taste of Lake Country. You can also purchase some of these lovely chocolates from other stores in Orillia & Lake Country. Stop by and visit Dan and Kathy, Megan and Jason – you’ll be glad you did!
Cloud Gallery is a hybrid art gallery located in a 10,000 square foot heritage building in downtown Orillia. They showcase art inspired by Ontario’s natural beauty and feature works from over 25 leading artists from across the province. Cloud Gallery makes buying great art easy.
Everyone’s welcome at Coldwater’s entertainment centre offering 8 lanes of 5 pin bowling. We are a family-friendly facility and wheelchair accessible. Rent our facility for your private party or fundraising event. • Automatic Pin Setters and Pro Score Computerized Scoring • Cosmic Bowling • Bumper Lanes Available • LCBO Fully Licensed • Birthday Parties for all ages are our specialty • Anniversary Celebrations • Special Occasion Parties • Group and Corporate Functions • We have a bright, clean laundromat, too!
In the quaint village of Coldwater, this small local outdoor market has been operating for many years on the property of the historic Coldwater Mill, built in 1833. The market provides locally grown products for residents and many cottagers to the area. The market’s opening in May traditionally aligns with the popular Lions’ Club Duck Race and the season runs through to the beautiful fall colours of Thanksgiving weekend. The market offers a variety of products including local fresh and organic produce, herbs, baking, preserves, honey, maple syrup, beef, pork and chicken. Also, be sure to check out the Coldwater Mill’s Local Artisan Boutique featuring more than 35 vendors inside the mill. Products include lettuce, onions, fresh herbs, , honey, perennials, potted annuals, rhubarb, stain glass articles, knitted goods, garden ornaments, wooden chairs and garden items, jewellery. Blog Feature: Five Fresh Farmers’ Markets in Orillia & Lake Country
Located on the main street in Coldwater, and a short distance from the Uhthoff Trail, Coldwater Ice Cream has the best ice cream in the Village of Coldwater! They have an extensive list of Kawartha Dairy ice cream, fresh fudge, and sweet treats.
This Landmark Grist Mill in Coldwater was constructed in 1833-34 for the Ojibwa natives who had been settled on 3969 hectares (9800 acres) between the Coldwater River and the Narrows at Orillia, on the western side of Lake Couchiching. It is a special piece of history for the village of Coldwater and is a beautiful site to see. The surrounding grounds with the river flowing by are a fantastic area for local events and a great area to gather. Plan a visit to the Grist Mill to learn more about its history, tour the inside including a local art gallery and craft shop located inside and include a lunch or dinner at the attached Mill St Bistro.
Coldwater is a small community located between Orillia and Midland on Hwy 12. Hidden surprises await when you come into our village. Come visit our main street and stock up on home, cottage, camping, building and boating supplies. While here you can visit the historic Coldwater Mill, build in 1833. Delightful Victorian homes and traditional churches grace the village streets. Be sure to visit the Georgian Style Library, constructed from field stone and adjacent to it , a monument to “Olympic Shotput Champion” George Gray. Come also and admire a piece of local history, The Woodrow Homestead, located at the Coldwater Canadiana Museum. Sports and Recreation enthusiasts can enjoy outstanding angling for trout and salmon. A launching ramp is also available for boaters & canoeists who wish to explore the quiet Coldwater River & Matchedash Bay. Coldwater is the gateway to the Severn River and the Big Chute Marine Railway on Upper Big Chute Road.
Our Story Copperpot Nuts started here on Matchedash Bay back in 2009. We built our own production facility and launched the brand right here, near Coldwater, Ontario. We started with just three varieties of your favourite beer nuts, and we’ve since grown to offer more than nine delicious flavours. All of our nuts are double roasted and packaged by hand in small batches. We source as many ingredients as we can from local producers. Mission At Copperpot Nuts great pride is taken in slow roasting natural nuts in small batches, using the perfect blend of fine ingredients to create really great candied nuts. It is our commitment to provide each customer with a unique shopping experience and maintain an ongoing fusion between local retail and authentic local production
Over 100 years. That’s how long its been since Orillia enjoyed its own locally brewed craft beer. Couchiching Craft Brewing Co. opened its Brewery and Taphouse in historic Downtown Orillia in 2020 and has bee serving up a large variety of beers and tasty dishes ever since. To follow their progress, receive information on special offerings and upcoming events check out (and like) their social media pages and sign up for updates with their e-newsletter. Cheers!
Craighurst Guardian pharmacy is independently owned and operated, by a team committed to putting our customers and their needs first.
You can find us in a newly renovated space at 23 Mississaga St W! Our whole mission is to support, enhance and bring together the local ‘creative nomads’ and join the work of a diverse range of creative and social entrepreneurs in our community – from freelancer artists to small businesses, entrepreneurs, designers, photographers, writers, creators of all kinds, theatre arts, musicians, videographers and community organizations. Creative Nomad Studios will not only provide access to professional services and space at an affordable rate to creative and social entrepreneurs, but it will also enable them to build a stronger, more resilient community collectively through its ongoing community-building programming. Memberships for space will start as low as $25/mo! Members get special rates on meeting and event spaces, promotional opportunities, networking and community, free consultations with experts, access to extensive business partnerships, meetups, events, and so much more!
Located downtown Orillia, The Crows Nest has a treasure for everyone, a variety of miscellaneous goodies. The Crow’s Nest II has been a mainstay of the downtown of the “Sunshine City” of Orillia for over 20 years! We are a unique gift shop that has an eclectic and wide variety of gifts, gold and silver jewelry,antiques and collectibles, home and garden items as well natural beauty products, healing stones and “smudge” supplies. Drop in, have a chat with the friendly staff, browse around and find that one of a kind item.
Sports! Sports! Sports! * MUST HAVE VALID PHOTO ID AND BE 19 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO CONSUME/PURCHASE ALCOHOL. (Minors are welcome until 10:00pm only) *Dakota’s wants to be your home away from home with great food, people, and prices that won’t break the bank!
Visit Orillia’s perfectly placed downtown just steps away from everything you need! Whether Downtown Orillia is your destination or just a pit stop, expect a wide variety of casual to fine dining restaurants plus dozens of specialty stores to explore! Within walking distance of the grocery and liquor stores, and steps from the waterfront. Downtown Orillia offers everything you want out of your all season getaway. Visit Downtown Orillia to experience everything from art to delicious food to year-round events, street festivals and even a weekly Farmers’ Market. For a list of Downtown Orillia Businesses Click HERE For a Map of Downtown Orillia Businesses Click HERE
Locally owned and operated, our shop sits in the quaint town of Craighurst ON, 10 minutes North of Barrie and only a seconds drive from the Hwy 400 North at 2093 Horseshoe Valley Rd. W., directly across from Bob’s Foodland. This beautiful log cabin building we call home is the former HorseshoeValley Trading Company of Craighurst; It was built in the early 1900’s and is now our quaint and rustic home featuring many homes decor items – many of them locally produced. Dwellings was established in 2014 and has been happily serving this beautiful community ever since.
DWN is a delectable, delightful adventure in chocolate. Founded by Dawn Nita, DWN Craft Chocolatier incorporates the fundamentals of bean-to-bar chocolate making with the whimsical colour and flavour combinations of fine chocolate bonbons. Chocolate bars, confections and chocolate-covered nuts are handcrafted in small batches in the Sunshine City of Orillia, Ontario. With a focus on using natural and local ingredients, DWN combines flavours that are fun, comforting and familiar.
We serve up gourmet soups, sandwiches, salads and chefs specials with a strong focus on using quality, local ingredients. Make every meal memorable.
Em’s Cafe, located in the heart of Coldwater (16 Coldwater Rd) provides a unique environment offering premium brewed and espresso coffee, grilled panini sandwiches, soups and gourmet desserts. The cafe is a family business and named after Dan & Kathy’s daughter Megan Emily. Whether you want to relax inside or take it with you, Em’s is a destination you won’t want to miss on your next visit to Coldwater. Call us today for inquiries at (705) 826-9967 Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario By Bike.
Creatively fresh and delicious Local Food. Conveniently located in downtown Orillia, we serve gourmet and casual cuisine inspired by our Canadian heritage. Our food is freshly prepared and made from locally sourced, organic and sustainable ingredients wherever possible. Enjoy our fine dining restaurant, casual lounge and summer patio with local, live entertainment Thursdays through Saturdays.
Fashion Therapy is a new ladies clothing store in beautiful Downtown Orillia! Featuring clothing designed & manufactured in Canada, as well, US & Europe.
GOOD SERVED HERE. At our pub, we don’t separate what we believe from what we serve. We believe quality time should be spent over quality fare. Which is why we will always strive to satisfy your appetite for honest food and great company, while bringing you good times that happen for no reason – which is the best reason of all.
Shop with us for the latest fashion trends, the hottest celebrity styles, and the best customer service! Flawless is here to introduce quality designer clothing to shoppers while offering the best customer service possible. Every piece of merchandise is carefully selected to create a unique and unparalleled collection of today’s hottest fashion trends and cutting edge designers. At Flawless, personal stylists are on hand, always ready to help, and committed to ensuring that each and every customer has an inviting and stimulating shopping experience.
French’s Stand, located on Centennial Drive across from Couchiching Beach Park and the Port of Orillia, is a great and convenient place to stop for a refreshment or a bite to eat while docking your boat, spending a day at the park or on the trails! Make a stop at French’s Stand this summer!
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The largest selection of guitars north of Toronto! At Gilbert Guitars we sell quality instruments for all budgets. Whether you are a beginner, or a serious collector, we can satisfy your needs. We believe a happy customer is a good customer and we will do everything in our power to exceed your expectations.
COME VISIT US AT 16 FRONT STREET NORTH, ORILLIA, ON L3V 4R5 CALL US AT (705) 326-1223 OR (705) 326-1224 WE’RE OPEN SUN-THUR 11:00AM TO 10:00PM FRI-SAT 11:00AM TO 11:00PM MAKE A RESERVATION INFO@GOLDENWOKORILLIA.CA
Welcome to HAPPY DAYZ Your Cannabis Community Store
Hibernation Arts is a gallery in the Arts District of Orillia ON. It located at 7 Peter St. S.. Hibernation Arts currently has work by Molly Farquharson, fibre artist, Tammy Henry, painter, Gayle Schofield, mixed media artist, and Shirley Verrette, painter. There are also a monthly guest wall and a group show wall. Stop in for an eclectic art experience.
The Hog N’ Penny is a British Pub located in downtown Orillia.Enjoy our British & Irish Lagers, Ales & Ciders. Including: Tenants, Tetleys and Guinness Great Fresh pub food including nachos, poutine, pot pies, fish & chips and hamburgers – Check out our daily specials! Join us for local entertainers. Please check us out on Facebook for current information
You can find everything you need at Holly’s Beads & Gifts. We are focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction – we will do everything we can to meet your expectations. We have enough beads and findings to satisfy all bead store shoppers. New items arrive daily. Bulk Discounts apply to those making jewelry to sell. With such a large variety of beads and findings to choose from, we’re sure you’ll be happy visiting our retail outlet in Coldwater, Ontario. Friend us on Facebook and if you have any comments or questions, please contact us.
Winner of the 2013 Orillia Today’s Readers’ Choice award for Favourite Children’s Store and Favourite Toy Store! Thank you! Recently under new ownership! Jack & Maddy has been a fixture on Mississaga Street in downtown Orillia for 15 years, and you can still expect one-on-one service and toy quality that you can’t find at big-box store. We carry toys, games, puzzles and baby items that are designed to stimulate creative thinking and learning through play. Our stock includes several eco-friendly and made-in-North-America products, and we hope to expand the range of those items in the future. Jack & Maddy is your downtown destination for fun, unique, quality toys and gifts! Visit our Facebook and Twitter for the most up-to-date information! Links under our contact info!
A specialty boutique providing wardrobe consulting and personalized service! Just Elaine’s – A blend of flirty and trendy styles in Downtown Orillia!
A well known Surf shop in downtown Orillia ! Come in and get you top name brands with a wide selection of sporting grear for snowboarding or skateboarding.
Kenzington Burger Bar has made it to Downtown Orillia! Their Barrie location was featured on Food Network Canada’s “You Gotta Eat Here”, so why not taste what all the buzz is about! Local entertainment available on the weekend. Stop by and check out our delicious menu, open for lunch and dinner.
Art & Craft supplies located in Historic Downtown Orillia
Lee Contemporary Art is a curated rental gallery that exhibits emerging and mid-career artists. It is a fun and non-intimidating environment exhibiting original pieces of artwork inclined towards playful, cutting edge, progressive and modern art.
Enjoy a late day breakfast from 7 AM – 3 PM (Tuesday-Sunday).
Small family restaurant located in beautiful downtown Craighurst, just 5 minutes from Horseshoe Valley Resort, and 20 minutes north of the city of Barrie. We take pride in our business, and our community. We strive to give the feeling of “being at home” in our establishment, and welcome everyone with a smile. Hopefully we will see you there sometime, and welcome you into our Loobies community
Traditional steakhouse, modern twist! This unique lava rock grill can be ordered as an option with most of our steak dishes. Cook the steak to your liking right at your table, a perfect shareable and why not add some steak toppings to savour the flavour.
FARMHOUSE Decor, Furniture and SHABBY CHIC TEA ROOM…. Hello I’m Michele the proud owner of FORMERLY…THE FLOWERED COW! Our new name is THE LOVELY TEAHOUSE & INTIMATE EVENTS VENUE as of October 1st. As you’ll get to know I have a love for everything FARMHOUSE, RUSTIC AND SHABBY CHIC. WELCOME TO THE FARMHOUSE Artisan MARKET & SHABBY CHIC TEA ROOM at 2449 Hwy 11, Barrie, ON Stop in to shop or enjoy a ‘cream tea or afternoon tea service’ with us.
We are located in the heart of downtown Orillia. Just a short walk to Couchiching Beach Park, restaurants, Royal Canadian Legion, and the Port of Orillia. Our central location is one block from Orillia’s Main Business Section (Mississauga St.) We are located right next door to Rombo’s Restaurant, Orillia’s favorite place for breakfast and lunch.
Mariposa Folk Festival is an exciting, vibrant and storied musical happening! Mariposa has presented its incredible performances and programming for over 60 glorious years. Come join us! Enjoy and share in the rich tapestry of festival experiences that animate the wonderful spirit of Mariposa! The festival is a celebration of song, story, dance and craft, and so much more. Taking place in a beautiful lakeside setting, Mariposa features some of the most renowned artists on the North American and international scenes, as well as emerging artists for you to discover. It is a 3-day getaway with 100+ performances on 11 stages. For those camping at Mariposa, the fun starts the day before the festival opens and finishes the day after it closes.
Slow down and take a step back in time. Take a stroll through 3 historic shops that include Orillia’s most celebrated bake shop, a quaint cafe, a season’s shop and a boutique with well-known fashion accessories, handmade soaps, candles and more. This is a must-do stop while visiting the area. All available in Downtown Orillia with ample parking to access all 3 shops. Their cafe items are delicious, freshly made and beautiful! Take a picture, post it, tag them, and dig in! Come and check out the Market’s newly expanded Back Porch Café which has doubled the seating and includes many new menu items along with store favourites.
Miss Jones Sunshine City Outpost is located at 81 Mississauga Street East, in the heart of downtown Orillia and a minute walk from the Orillia Transit Terminal. Miss Jones is your cannabis confidant. Miss Jones outposts exist to give you carefully curated cannabis products & experiences, in addition to any answers & advice you may be looking for. We know what’s good. We’re happy to help. And if you do drop by, we hope you’ll make yourself at home.
Design Studio with unique gifts and home décor located in Downtown Orillia.
The Community Development Corp. (CDC), at 22 Peter Street South in downtown Orillia, can provide you with the information & connections you need to get your business going and growing. Whether you are starting, expanding or selling your business, the CDC provides the services & funding needed to grow and succeed in today’s competitive economic environment. As a private, not for profit organization, the CDC is managed by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and is funded by the Government of Canada. The mission of the CDC is to enrich the local economy through coaching, training and financing businesses, and fostering community economic development projects. Our business communities in the City of Orillia, Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara, Severn and the Chippewas of Rama First Nation all benefit from our diverse range of services.
Our growers look forward to Saturdays on the Market, where they offer fresh-picked produce in season, and drug-free meats, with a variety of baked goods and ready-to-eat treats in a sociable atmosphere. Bring your family, meet your friends, shop the vendors, enjoy the talent of local musicians in the Market Cafe. The popular Orillia Farmers’ Market is one of the longer running farmers’ markets in Ontario with its roots going back to the 1840’s. This market continues to proudly boast of its range of locally produced foods as well as handmade crafts. At the height of the market season in July and August there are 50 to 60 vendors, some selling right from the back of their trucks.Vendors encourage their customers to support family farms and taste the real flavours of delicious healthy foods found at the market. It is good to know where the food you eat comes from; local is better for the environment and for you.
This 15km trail is a system of paved and gravel trails serving the City of Orillia. The paved portion, known as the Millennium Trail, is part of the Trans Canada Trail System and connects with the Uhthoff Trail in Severn Township.
The Orillia Museum of Art & History is located in the historic 1894 Sir Sam Steele Memorial Building in the heart of downtown Orillia’s shopping and restaurant district. This unique art gallery and museum presents significant art & history exhibitions of both regional and national importance.
The Orillia Public Library is here to give you access to the information and entertainment you want. Learn more about us, who we are, what we do and how we can help.
Peter Street Fine Arts has been at the heart of the vibrant Orillia arts district since it’s opening in 2008. The gallery is home to several talented local artists expressing their visions in a variety of mediums. Discover unique paintings created by passionate artists in watercolours, acrylics and oils as well as artisanal wood turned pieces and photographic works. Each month the gallery hosts an exciting guest artist show not to be missed. We invite you to experience first hand the artist gifts of the local Orillia art community.
In the heart of downtown Orillia. Picnic is part old-world tapas bar, part old-town grocer and plenty of good old-fashioned fun. A destination for snacks, drinks, staple groceries and gourmet retail. Order curbside pick-up from our online take-out menu or browse the pantry shop in person for ‘pick up & go’ ingredients, items to cook with at home and ready-to-eat snacks. You’ll also find steaks from The Common Stove and a curated selection of wines and beers. Lunch back at the office, dinner in the park or on the boat? Create your own or order from a selection of Picnic baskets to go! The cuisine is inspired by the tapas bars of the Basque country (Southern France & Northern Spain) with a focus on raw foods and preserved meats & seafood. PICNIC: a deliciously good time!
Orillia is surrounded by water that acts as a rippling blue magnet to attract visitors from far and wide who love to boat, fish, and enjoy being on the water. Every summer, thousands of boaters dock at the Port of Orillia. For many Orillia is a destination; for others, it is a special stop on a voyage through the historic 386-kilometre Trent-Severn Waterway. The adjacent waterfront parks offer scenic trails, sandy beach, picnic areas, free Sunday evening band concerts and a delightful replica steam train for kids of all ages. The Port of Orillia is just steps away from great dining and shopping in Downtown Orillia. The Port of Orillia- “Jewel of the Trent”! The Port of Orillia is the best facility located on the Trent-Severn Waterway and is connected to Historic Downtown Orillia including restaurants, shopping, grocery and liquor stores. Facilities include well kept washrooms and Showers! Come visit Port of Orillia and enjoy the many festivals and activities that are taking place this summer! Port of Orillia – “Jewel of the Trent” Tie Up at the Best Facility on the Trent-Severn Waterway! Lake Couchiching, Orillia, Ontario, Canada. CLEAN MARINE GOLD RATED Monitoring VHF Channel […]
At our eco-conscious “refillery”, customers can bring their own reusable containers and fill up on over 200 + products! We are proud to offer: whole foods, local meats, eggs, dairy & dairy alternatives Fill up on: natural bath products, eco-friendly household cleaners and cruelty-free beauty products! New to waste-free living? Forgot your containers? We’ve got you covered. Choose from our selection of waste-free essentials!
Here’s a story of a lovely lady who was bringing up a little girl and two boys and a story of a military man busy with three boys of his own. Then one day in 2010 this lady met this fellow, fell madly in love and married one year later in 2011. In 2013, the arrival of their son made their combined family seven, with 6 boys and 1 girl. – That’s when they became The Venne Bunch. Marcel served his country for 23 years. Now retired from military service, he still works as a civilian on CFB Borden. When not on base, Marcel can been seen helping out and learning the ropes of the restaurant or on the ice with the boys volunteering on their sons’ hockey teams. Pam, also a devoted hockey mom, has worked in the restaurant industry for more then 15 years. Working her way up through the kitchen as dishwasher to prep to online supervisor to manager and finally to owning and operating her own restaurant, Riverside Hideaway. But that is not all this hard working entrepreneurial lady does. In 2018 she established a house cleaning business called Maid for Your Convenience . Joined in 2020 by her new […]
We offer a full menu of classic Chinese and Canadian dishes for lunch and dinner that are sure to appeal to even the pickiest eater. Our air conditioned dining room allows you to enjoy your meal in comfort, while our fast and efficient takeout and delivery services are available as a last minute meal solution or when you just don’t feel like going out.
Inspired by Italy, created locally. Nestled in beautiful downtown Orillia you can come peek into our open concept pizzeria as we create beautiful Neapolitan-style pizza. Fuelled solely by wood, watch the 900 degree oven force our handmade dough to rise and blister. If we don’t make/grow it ourselves, we rely on our neighbourhood farmers, brew masters & pasta makers to help stock us up with the highest quality local products. These local products combined with specialty meats, cheeses, olive oil, tomatoes & wine imported from Italy allow us to prepare all of our simple yet flavourful menu items in-house. Enjoy a vino from our long wine list, a creative cocktail or one of our local brews on the large European-styled patio during the warmer months. As it cools off, let the the cozy interior and a hot Italian beverage warm you up. Whether it is date night or a big family dinner, we have a table for you. Location & Hours WINTER HOURS: Tues, Wed, Thurs 11:30AM – 9:00PM Fri & Sat 11:30AM – 10:00PM Sunday & Monday closed until spring
Mediterranean Restaurant A lunch and dinner menu filled with a middle eastern inspired cuisine located in a prime downtown Orillia location on Mississaga Street.
Started in 1999, by Paula Lynn-Meridis, there are now six saturday afternoons home store locations across Ontario. Paula’s first passion was fresh flowers, creating arrangements for friends and family for different celebrations. As the demand grew saturday afternoons was created. Now, more than a decade later Paula still finds time for her fresh flowers which can be found at local establishments and events on an on going basis. The enviroment that Paula has created for her stores is comfortable, casual and welcoming being compared to a smaller market Pottery Barn
WELCOME TO SCOTIABANK Orillia. We are pleased to offer personal services, Small Business support and other business services.
Location & History The The Severn Public Library is located at 31 Coldwater Road, in the middle of Coldwater’s business district. From our front windows, we have a superb view of the old gristmill with the Coldwater River flowing past. Library services in the village date back to the 1800’s when this was an Indian Village called Gis-se-nau-se-bing (cold river) and lending books brought from Scotland were kept in the Indian Agent’s home. Several other village locations housed books before the present library was built in 1937, as a memorial by the Sheppard family, to their parents Wm. Sheppard and Mary Ellen Buchanan. An additional two rooms were added in 1986-87, one being the Foster Meharry Russell Reading Room, a memorial gift from the family of this former Coldwater newspaper owner. In 1994 Coldwater became part of the new Township of Severn . The Severn Township Library Board now operates this library. About the Library Hours Monday 11:00 – 5:00 Tuesday 11:00 – 7:00 Thursday 11:00 – 7:00 Friday 11:00 – 5:00 Saturday 11:00 – 2:00 Closed Sundays and Wednesdays
At Shine Juice Bar & Cafe we believe that to live a good life you have to fuel your body with good food. Our selection of food and drinks will focus on locally grown produce and organic products. We understand first hand the battles of trying to go out to eat and have something healthy. We want to provide meals that people can leave feeling good about eating! Located in Downtown Orillia.
Did You Know? 97% of internet users have searched for a local business. Orillia has more than 3,000 local businesses, offering a huge array of products and services • More than 50% of local businesses still don’t have a website or a professional online presence • Non-local companies like Amazon.com are extracting millions of dollars from Orillia’s economy because searchers can’t find what they’re looking for locally online ShopOrillia.com is here to help close the gap between local businesses and web searches! We’re building the best database of local Orillia companies to make it easier to find the products and services they’re looking for, so that they can shop locally and support local independent businesses. ShopOrillia.com’s district manager, Lynn Martin is proud to service the site for Orillia’s more than 600 local businesses and over 2,300 Facebookers have already joined us. Shoppers and searchers find ShopOrillia.com through Google, social media, links from Orillia’s most prominent organizations, and through our sign and sticker campaign. Once visitors arrive on the site through their smartphone, iPad or computer, they can find businesses, search and find products, services, gift certificates, download coupons & deals, browse events or participate in our frequent contests. ShopOrillia.com offers […]
Singing HeART Studios is a … Fibre and Mixed Media Arts Studio, a Canadian Artists Collective, and a Gallery. We empower imaginative thinking through creative expression. We offer convenient, unique opportunities to become engaged through imaginative, informative workshops and classes. Our Boutique features beautiful materials and kits for rug hooking, knitting, felting, upcylcing and re-purposing of fabric, furniture, and decor.Our focus is Canadian, environmentally friendly and socially conscious Art. Singing heART Studios inspires the imagination specialist in all of us. We are flexible and accommodating. Contact us today to experience the wonderful world of fibre and mixed media arts!
Streets Alive! is an annual outdoor art event in downtown Orillia open to the public all summer long. It draws locals, cottagers and tourists to Orillia’s downtown streets to boost the local economy and instill a sense of civic pride. Streets Alive! started in 2009 as an offshoot of the successful Orillia Festival of Banners. This first Streets Alive! event featured jury-selected artists transforming large-scale vinyl banners with their art live on the street. The Peter Street art block was buzzing with music, performance art and hands-on activity. The appeal of the event was particularly evident on the second day, as over 400 people lined up in the rain to vote for their favourite banners. The top four artists earned substantial People’s Choice cash prizes, and their banners joined the Festival of Banners collection for prominent display in Orillia. The project has grown each year, with more and more artists vying to get involved and word of our incredible artistic endeavours spreading farther afield. 2010 featured giant guitars. The next year brought wrought-iron sailboats with lexan sails as the artists’ canvas. 2012 celebrated Stephen Leacock, with sculptures modelled on his reading chair at his Orillia summer home. 2013 was a love letter to art; templates spanned the alphabet, with artists […]
Studabakers Beachside Bar and Grill is located Downtown Orillia, overlooking the beautiful port and the dock that hosts the Island Princess. Studabakers focuses on superior food quality, exceptional service, and prices that represent great value for our guests. Our atmosphere provides an relaxed casual dining experience, where the whole family can come and have a great time. Come and join us on our large patio.
Selling art, creative clothing, unique, one-of-a-kind jewellery, hats and artwork. Located in Downtown Orillia, come and check out our shop.
Orillia’s newest downtown restaurant, featuring an assortment of Fresh sushi,soups and salads! Much MORE!
Sweet Time is here for all of your sweet tooth cravings, any time! Weather it’s to stock up a weekend at the cottage, a BBQ, or just simply to indulge!
Welcome to Tammies Place. We pride ourselves in serving the best homemade breakfast, lunch & dinner. Large groups are always welcome. Take-out available. Open 7 days a week. Located at the edge of Downtown Orillia.
Where We’re Coming From THE CHEESY PICKUP Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Soups, Salads. We know that there are many fine options to eat in Orillia, and we enjoy eating at many of them. When we decided to undertake this journey, we wanted to offer something different, a little cheeky, and fun. We all remember grilled cheese when we were young, well now we’ve grown up (perhaps), and so has grilled cheese. Many of our sandwiches have different combinations of meat and cheeses, as well as a couple of different “sauces” whether it be Maple Syrup sourced locally, or the increasingly popular homemade Maple/Mustard Sauce. We’ve set out to offer good value, yummy food, at a reasonable price. We hope we’ve achieved that and that you enjoy your experience at The Cheesy Pickup.
The Common Stove: built around a wood-fired grill, cooking locally sourced meats & vegetables, our farm-to-table ethos focuses on local growers. A place to gather for good spirits, community & conviviality.
Established in 2016, The Crank & Sprocket Bicycle Co. is Orillia’s family focused full service bicycle shop. We strive to offer the best customer and fastest turn around time on bicycle repairs. Meet the Team: Jacob McClelland and Tristan Spurr have been working in the bicycle industry for a combined total of 20 years. Both are avid cyclists who enjoy mountain, road and cyclocross. Certified “Bicycle-Friendly” by Ontario By Bike.
At The Shadowbox we love art! A part of Orillia’s Art District for over 30 years, The Shadowbox specializes in Custom & Ready-Made Framing, Art Supplies and showcasing exciting Original Art Work by many regional artists.
Bird House is Simcoe County’s one-stop Nature shop. Providing top-quality bird feeders, wild bird seed, bird feeding equipment, bird and nature field guides and a unique line of Nature-related gifts and garden decor. Most of all, our experienced staff are a source of expert advice on identifying that bird at your feeder, finding the best equipment for individual needs, what to feed and how to attract local birds to your yard, and how to stop those pesky squirrels from eating everything in sight! Our store is located in beautiful Downtown Orillia, at 108 Mississaga St. E.
A year round, one stop shop for your Christmas and Toy needs. See our unique and one of a kind items, as well as a vast array of toys and crafts for the entire family to enjoy. Visit our location in Downtown Coldwater for an OLD Fashioned Shopping Experience. Reasonably priced unique toys and Christmas items.
In the very heart of Orillia sits a fairy-tale building, and inside that building, legends are born. Since 1895, the city has dreamed, laughed, wept and fought inside the Orillia Opera House. Many of the city’s defining moments have taken place under its landmark twin spires. The 700 seat auditorium was a movie house from the 20’s until the late 50’s. It was a favourite place on a Saturday for a kid to spend an afternoon for a quarter. Known for its fine acoustics has featured such artists as the Marx Brothers, Glenn Gould, Oscar Peterson, k.d. lang, Mickey Rooney, Dan Hill, Liona Boyd, Blue Rodeo, George Canyon, Paul Brandt, Ron James, Manteca, Lighthouse, The Stampeders and our own hometown boy, Gordon Lightfoot, which had the main auditorium named in his honour in 1997. As well as, many would-be greats such as school bands and local theatre groups. The Orillia Opera House is well known for their summer theatre programs. Make sure to check out the events listing on our website or visit the Opera House Website for information on these programs.
One of the most important things to me about being the owner of a yarn shop is that I get to showcase local Ontarian and Canadian products. Whether it is Fleece Artist yarns from Nova Scotia, to Sweater Kits yarns from Ontario, to the newest line I am carrying – incredible wooden buttons, toggles and shawl pins from a wood-lot in Ontario – this is what I aim to do; showcase, promote and sell the very best that our area has to offer.
The Study Hall Gastropub. We use only the freshest, locally hand picked ingredients in our quality interpretations of classic pub dishes! The Study Hall Pub has cold drinks, pub menu, the only pool table downtown and an amazing juke box that you can search for any song you want to hear!
The Whistle Stop Pet Shop is a unique shop with all manner of treats, toys and food to spoil your favourite friends. Family owned and operated, this General Store for your pets offers a wide range of supplies to keep your pet healthy and happy. We are located in Craighurst, just 15 minutes north of Barrie!
Artisan soaps, paintings, crystals, bath products, meditation tools, essential oils, oracle cards, smudge, jewelry, fine art, art cards, gifts, sculpture, sweetgrass, fibre art, candles, tarot, medium sessions, workshops
TIFFANY DINING LOUNGE & RESTAURANT offers a variety of dishes, including breakfast, that are sure to satisfy every taste. Visit the Village of Coldwater and include a stop at the Tiffany.
Check out showings by local artists in our ‘Cut Above Gallery’. Watch our News Page and our Facebook page for upcoming shows, openings and events. You will be impressed by the talent, quality and depth of the artistic community in and around Orillia. Find a distinctive work of art that will impeccably enhance your space. We are located in the heart of Orillia’s Arts District.
An intimate setting, offering quality services and reasonable prices in Craighurst. Contact us today for a reservation.
Ciao! Welcome to Tre Sorelle! Nestled in downtown Orillia, the sisters of Tre Sorelle serve up mouthwatering homemade Italian specialties made from the freshest ingredients. From the inviting aromas wafting from the kitchen, to the quaint atmosphere of the interior of the store, Tre Sorelle will entice the food lover in you. Whether you need a quick lunch or a delicious dinner for you and your family, Tre Sorelle will make every meal deliciously simple. About Tre Sorelle Tre Sorelle, which means 3 sisters in Italian, is a family owned and run business in downtown Orillia. Sisters, Lisa, Gina and Carla started very small, selling only homemade pasta, sauce and meatballs at a local farmer’s market. These three basic Italian staples soon became one of the many dishes that are created in the Tre Sorelle kitchen. Most of the Italian delicacies at Tre Sorelle are taken from family recipes that the sisters grew up enjoying. As well, they are always creating fresh new menu items that are made with the same old world appeal. No matter what menu item you choose, you will always be getting a fresh homemade delicious meal that you and your family can enjoy together. Find […]
Fine original Art work (oils, watercolours, pastel), Framing, Fly Fishing – flies, guiding, instruction & equipment, Teaching – art classes, adult & children. Located downtown as part of the Orillia Arts District.
Veterans’ Memorial Park is a 1.9-acre parcel of green space that is part of the Lake Couchiching park system, along the Lightfoot Trail, and includes the following amenities: Flower garden – Picnic shelter – Skateboard park. part of the City of Orillia Parks. Note: Orillia COVID-19 Waterfront Parking & Boat Launch Program in effect from June 4 – Sept 12, 2021 on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, between the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The program allows City of Orillia residents and taxpayers to park and launch their boats for free by displaying their resident parking permit, but requires visitors to pay $50 to park and $50 to launch their boat. Parking and launching a boat are free for everyone regardless of residency from Monday to Thursday, with the exception of Canada Day (July 1), the Civic Holiday (Aug. 2) and Labour Day (Sept. 6). See City of Orillia website for more details.
Washago is a small community located north of Orillia close to Highway 11 in the Township of Severn north of Orillia and south of Gravenhurst. It’s downtown includes great local restaurants and stores which typically source local products! The downtown is also in close proximity to the Green & Black Rivers, and northern Lake Couchiching with access to the Trent-Severn Waterway. Washago is a great place to plan a stop to enjoy a leisurely stroll and visit the shops and dining locations.
Founded in 1906, the Washago Community Centre has been a community meeting place for over 100 years. In 1956 a foundation was dug to accommodate the building of a new hall. This building lasted until 2007 at which time the old building was demolished to make way for a new existing structure that opened its doors at that time. Over the years family names such as Hepinstall, Agnew, Ellis, Carson and Brooks have been vitally involved in the maintenance and day-to-day running of the centre. Today, the Washago Community centre is pleased to be as involved, if not more so than at any other time in its history.
The Little Shop with Big Selection Located in Craighurst, just 15 minutes north of Barrie The Whistle Stop Pet Shop is a unique shop with all kinds of treats, toys and food to spoil your favourite friends. We are a family owned and operated General Store for your pets, with life long experience and knowledge in all areas of pet care. We offer a wide range of supplies to keep your pet healthy and happy. Special orders are welcome.
We offer a variety of fresh products from breads, to cookies, to delicious Chelsea and cinnamon buns, to finally our award-winning, delectable butter tarts. Located Downtown Orillia come by and check out what our little bakery can offer.
Located in the Village of Coldwater, Wyley Gray & Co. is a retail store featuring antiques, vintage finds, upcycled/repurposed items, original artwork, gifts and a selection of imported and local produce. If you are looking for a unique one-of-a-kind piece you will find it here, many pieces are designed by the owner herself and other local artisans. Wyley Gray & Co. offers a distinctively feminine, romantic, chic style. Need a piece of furniture updated? We can do that! We specialize in the shabby chic style of finishing furniture with custom colour selection of chalk paint. With over 25 years of decorative painting experience we can work with you to create a piece that is uniquely you! Gift registry – Getting married? Register with us and get the unique items you want for your new home. Gift wrap service – we can gift wrap any item in the store with a selection of fine foods, teas, etc. for a customized gift. Wyley Gray & Co. will be offering online shopping, sit back and relax and shop in the comfort of your own home.
Zephyr Art is located in Orillia, Ontario, Canada. It is an artist-run association presenting pop-up exhibitions. Bringing ART to the community!