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Ontario’s Lake Country is your four season destination located at an hour North from 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.
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) (Revised) By Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winfield Directed by Doug Ironside Wednesday, June 29, 2022-July 7, 2022 Last summer, The Leacock Home provided a picturesque backdrop for Mariposa Arts Theatre’s spirited production of Twelfth Night. Now, the players are back to take on a different approach to The Bard in the Yard. Why see just one Shakespeare play when you can see them all in 97 minutes? Three players take on the…
Find out more »Black River Wilderness Park Vendors Market
Artists, artisans, crafters, growers, makers, bakers and more! Saturdays Noon to 4pm at Black River Wilderness Park under the pavilion. June 11 to September 3 All welcome!
Find out more »MARIPOSA FOLK FESTIVAL 2022
Canada’s most iconic music event, The Mariposa Folk Festival was first held in Orillia in 1961. It later moved to Toronto and other sites in Ontario until returning home in 2000 to Orillia. The 3-day Festival is a family-friendly celebration of song, story, dance and craft in the bucolic setting of Tudhope Park. More than 50 artists appear on stages throughout the park including a pub stage and outstanding evening main stage performances. Special areas for children’s activities, artisans, and…
Find out more »Orillia Scottish Festival
Welcome to the 44th annual Orillia Scottish Festival! We are excited to celebrate Scottish culture as we honour Clan MacRae. Founded by Duncan Fleming of the Orillia Branch 34 Pipes and Drums in 1978, the Orillia Scottish Festival is the longest continuously running festival in Orillia…except for COVID-19 of course! While we aren’t quite back to our normal full schedule as many of our participants are still working to get back to full activity and participation, we hope that the…
Find out more »Driving Miss Daisy
ORILLIA OPERA HOUSE Driving Miss Daisy is a play by American playwright, Alfred Uhry, about the relationship of an elderly white Southern Jewish woman, Daisy Werthan, and her African-American chauffeur, Hoke coleburn, from 1948 to 1973. Tickets: All Seats $35.00. There is an additional $1.13 per ticket when purchased online. For groups of 10+, please contact the Box Office directly at 705-326-8011 for the special rate of $32.00. For Flex Pac's please contact the Box Office directly so we can assist…
Find out more »Sewing Turtle Coin Purse Workshop
The Wye Marsh is home to so many awesome creatures, including of course the ever favourite turtles. Now you have the chance to make and take home an adorable funky coin purse inspired by this cool reptile, under the guidance of Master Crafter Janet Dorion. All materials provided. Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre When: Saturday, July 30, 2022 from 1:30pm-3:30pm. How much: $25.00 per participant. All materials are provided. Who: Ages 15+. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an…
Find out more »COLDWATER STEAMPUNK FESTIVAL 2022
12th Annual Coldwater Steampunk Festival | Saturday, August 6, 9:30am-5:30pm Coldwater Steampunk Festival Invites you to "TRAVEL TO ICONIC CITIES AND TASTE FOODS OF THE WORLD" Join us for this year’s in-town, in-person adventures. Our theme takes creative spirits on a trip to iconic cities. Steampunk Passport provided. Think Paris, London, New York, Tokyo and more! Costumes encouraged but not required. Art instillations and exhibits are scattered throughout our lovely Village on the River. In Town Events: Selfie Stations Steampunk Bicycle Rickshaw The Wonderful…
Find out more »Come Down From Up River
ORILLIA OPERA HOUSE Norm Foster's newest hit; Come Down From Up River. When a logger from northern New Brunswick arrives unannounced at his niece's city home, family and forgiveness are front and centre in this warm and funny tale by Canada's leading playwright. Tickets: All Seats $35.00 There is an additional $1.13 per ticket when purchased online. For groups of 10+, please contact the Box Office directly at 705-326-8011 for the special rate of $32.00pp. For Flex Pac's (tickets to…
Find out more »Rama Powwow
Rama Powwow is one of the biggest and best powwows in Ontario. All are welcome! Held on Chippewas of Rama First Nation territory, at the John Snake Memorial Community Multi-Purpose Grounds.
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