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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.

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August 2025

40th Annual Rama Pow Wow

August 23, 2025 @ 8:00 am - August 24, 2025 @ 5:00 pm
John Snake Memorial Multi-purpose Grounds, 6030 Rama Road
Rama, Ontario L3V 6H6 Canada
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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

August 23, 2025 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
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 the end of your paddle in Port Severn park and meet new friends!

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Black River Wilderness Park Vendor Market

August 23, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Black River Wilderness Park, 7476, Simcoe County Road 169
Washago, Ontario L0K 2B0 Canada
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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.

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Historic Blacksmith Workshop

August 23, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Saturday, repeating until August 30, 2025

Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive
Penetanguishene, Ontario Canada
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$200.00 (tax included)

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 Bay). This workshop is ideal for anyone curious about heritage trades, hobbyists eager to learn a new skill, or those simply looking for a unique…

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Common Ground

August 23, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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One event on August 23, 2025 at 2:00pm

Orillia Opera House – Studio Theatre, 1 West Street North
Orillia, ON, L3V 5B8 Canada
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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 consolation. Full of wit, warmth, and humor, Common Ground explores the absurdity of relationships and the resilience needed to start over. With quick banter, quirky revelations, and…

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Starry Night Art Tour

August 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Peter Street Arts District, Peter Street South, Orillia
Orillia, Ontario Canada
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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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Movies in the Park

August 23, 2025 @ 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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One event on September 13, 2025 at 9:00pm

Rotary Aqua Theatre, 200 Bay St
Orillia, Ontario L3V 2A7 Canada
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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 open, but you are also welcome to bring your own munchies and drinks. Please help keep our park clean and throw away your garbage after…

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Habitat Restoration Action Days

August 24, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
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Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Highway 12 East
Midland, Ontario L4R 4K6 Canada
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As pretty as some exotic plants look, they can have devastating impacts on our local environment! Help restore wildlife habitat at Wye Marsh. Learn how to safely remove invasive plants from the area. Join us for just two hours on any of the days listed below - and you will make a difference! Registration preferred. Drop-ins are welcome. Please call Miriam 705-526-7809 ext. 205, or email mrobitaille@wyemarsh.com. If possible, please bring your gardening gloves, drinking water and bug spray. Garlic…

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Common Ground

August 27, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 2:00pm on Wednesday and Thursday, repeating until August 28, 2025

An event every week that begins at 7:30pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating indefinitely

One event on August 16, 2025 at 7:30pm

One event on August 23, 2025 at 2:00pm

Orillia Opera House – Studio Theatre, 1 West Street North
Orillia, ON, L3V 5B8 Canada
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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 consolation. Full of wit, warmth, and humor, Common Ground explores the absurdity of relationships and the resilience needed to start over. With quick banter, quirky revelations, and…

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Common Ground

August 28, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 2:00pm on Wednesday and Thursday, repeating until August 28, 2025

An event every week that begins at 7:30pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, repeating indefinitely

One event on August 16, 2025 at 7:30pm

One event on August 23, 2025 at 2:00pm

Orillia Opera House – Studio Theatre, 1 West Street North
Orillia, ON, L3V 5B8 Canada
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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 consolation. Full of wit, warmth, and humor, Common Ground explores the absurdity of relationships and the resilience needed to start over. With quick banter, quirky revelations, and…

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