EVENTS
Orillia & Lake Country is your four season destination, located 90 minutes north of Toronto. Boasting some of the best resorts, venues and attractions in Ontario such as Horseshoe Valley Resort, Casino Rama Resort, Burl’s Creek Events Grounds, Mount St. Louis Moonstone or Hardwood Ski & Bike to mention a few! The area offers many different options for accommodations such as several B&B’s, Hotels and accommodation resorts making it perfect for your over night stay! With many events happening in the area we are your go to destination for young and old located in Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Rama, Ramara, Severn and area's four season playground in Simcoe County.
Events for August 23, 2025
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Online Pottery Auction Celebrating Roger Kerslake – OMAH
Online Pottery Auction Celebrating Roger KerslakeDates: August 14 – September 4, 2025Location: Online – Hosted by Orillia Museum of Art & History (OMAH)Details:OMAH presents a special online auction featuring original works by renowned Canadian potter and teacher Roger Kerslake. This rare collection, generously curated by his wife, Heather Kerslake, includes functional and sculptural ceramic pieces […]
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Quayle’s Live Events
Thu August 21 5-8 Andrew Walker Fri August 22 5-8 Mark Gunn Sat August 23 5-8 Burke Erwin Sun August 24 4-7 Vince Therrien
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40th Annual Rama Pow Wow
Rama First Nation has proudly hosted its annual powwow for 40 years! On August 23-24 2025, come and celebrate our history and culture with a weekend of First Nations song and dance, as well as over 100 First Nations food, arts, and craft vendors!
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Gloucester Pool Cottagers’ Association Canoe for Cancer
Paddle for a cause! Join us on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 as we paddle Gloucester Pool and Little Lake starting from the Big Chute Marine Railway to Port Severn Park in support of cancer, Everyone is welcome to register or donate, Please help us reach our fundraising goal of $25,000.00. Enjoy a wonderful lunch at […]
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Black River Wilderness Park Vendor Market
Visit the Black River Wilderness Park Vendors Market every Saturday morning in the summer from May 17 to October 4th. Vendors Market runs 9am to 1pm, bringing together Indigenous artisans/crafters from Rama First Nation and local vendor friends offering quality handcrafted products. Black River Wilderness Park is owned and operated by Rama First Nation.
Find out more »Wye Marsh Community Planting Party
Join us August 23-24 - Lunch Included! Over the past few years our stewardship team has been hard at work on a restorative planting plan. We targeted the removal of INVASIVE species like Buckthorn & Honeysuckle that have taken over our trails. Now we need YOUR help to fill these spaces back in with NATIVE […]
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Historic Blacksmith Workshop
Blacksmithing is a timeless craft that involves shaping metal using tools like hammers, anvils, and tongs, and heating it in a forge. If you have a passion for hands-on work, creativity, and traditional skills, join us for an immersive one-day Historic Blacksmithing Workshop at Discovery Harbour, set along the scenic shores of Penetanguishene Bay (Georgian […]
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Join Rosanna on the dock for a soul soothing Vinyasa flow immersed in nature along the scenic backdrop of Old Brewery Bay and the iconic Leacock boathouse. In case of inclement weather, class will move inside the studio.
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Common Ground
Common Ground is a heartfelt comedy about unexpected friendship and fresh starts. When Pam's husband leaves her for another woman, she's blindsided, devastated, and forced to pick up the pieces of her life. Enter Jake, the equally bewildered husband of the other woman, who shows up on Pam's doorstep looking for answers and a bit of […]
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Supernatural Saturdays
Discovery Harbour is introducing Supernatural Saturdays this 2025 season. We’ve combined three eerie elements into one awesome ‘choose-your-own-adventure’ evening: Ghost Tours, Bo’sun’s Brig Escape Room, and Secrets of Séance. Book one or all three of these unique experiences available Saturday nights from June 28 to August 30. Ghost Tours Join us for a lantern-lit guided […]
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Starry Night Art Tour
Experience a magical night in Downtown Orillia! On Saturday, August 23, 2025 (7–10 pm), Peter Street South transforms into a pedestrian-only arts district filled with vibrant galleries, live music, and interactive displays. Stroll under the stars, meet local artists, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of creativity and community.
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Kane Brown
Kane Brown brings his electrifying High Road Tour to the Entertainment Centre at Casino Rama Resort in Rama (Orillia), Ontario. Expect a night of chart-topping hits, high-energy performances, and unforgettable atmosphere in one of Canada’s premier live venues.
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Movies in the Park
Movies In The Park return this summer! Join us for 5 evenings of great movies, all FREE, thanks to our amazing community sponsors! All movies will begin around dusk / 9pm Food or monetary donations will be accepted at the theatre to support The Sharing Place Food Centre The snack bar is scheduled to be […]
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