John Prine is widely cited as one of the most influential songwriters of his generation. Essentially creating the "Americana" & "Roots" genres of music with his mixture of country, contemporary and folk music. This 4-time Grammy-Award winner & Lifetime Achievement recipient was known for humorous lyrics about love, life and current events, as well as his serious songs with social commentary and songs that recollect sometimes melancholy tales from his life. "In Spite of Ourselves" brings together some fine Canadian…
Find out more »St. Paul's Centre presents Pub Night with ALEX! Date: Friday, March 21, 2025 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm (Doors open at 6:pm) Cost: $10 Cover at the door. Pub Food and Cash Bar It is always an enjoyable experience when ALEX visits the pub!
Find out more »ONE TICKET = TWO GREAT SITES for Sweetwater 2025! Celebrate a uniquely Canadian tradition in a distinctively Canadian landscape. Experience our history and explore nature at its best. Sweet Water 2025 Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland & Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons, When: March 22 & 23 from 9 am - 5 pm Last Admission: 2:30 pm Save $6/ person and get your Early Bird Tickets online from February 14 - March 18 at: www.wyemarsh.com/sweetwater Then,…
Find out more »FRIDGE-A-PALOOZA: A Rock N Roll benefit show for The Orillia Community Fridge!! 53rd & 3rd Shows is delighted to present FRIDGE-A-PALOOZA: A Rock N Roll benefit show for The Orillia Community Fridge!! Featuring: Tangents These dudes don't folk around. After playing with the legendary Cancer Bats, they'll be blessing us with a hometown show appearance and are back louder than ever with a new lineup! If you like it heavy, wicked and intense, then you are gonna love these fellas!…
Find out more »For the first time in its long history, the Orillia Silver Band has registered as a contestant group in the annual North American Brass Band Championship contest. This year, the contest will be held in Ft. Wayne, Indiana during April 2025 and will include many competing bands from across the continent. Neil Barlow, the band’s music director invites you to a concert that will include the selections that the band will perform for the contest along with many other fine…
Find out more »For over 10 years, Bridge and Wolak have been bringing down the house. Mixing classical music with improvisational comedy, they have twisted up the classical music world. Their Bach to Benny Tour of 2022 was a show stopper, touring to over 5 Canadian provinces and 20 US states. Entertaining, inspiring and just plain delightful, this incredible duo will send you home with a smile.
Find out more »Together, Arisa and Sal Da Vinci create an unforgettable tour of music filled with Italian hits, beloved ballads and powerful performances, with music rooted in the heart and soul of Italy. Arisa: Multiple winner at the famed San Remo Music Festival, Arisa performs her chart-topping hits such as “La Notte”, “Sincerita” and “Contravento”. Sal Da Vinci: Riding a platinum record wave of success with his huge number one hit, “Rossetto e Caffe” the Neapolitan superstar presents his most famous songs…
Find out more »Welcome the vibrant energy of spring with our 4" Spring Flower Mandala Rock Dot-Painting Workshop! This creative and relaxing experience is perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike. During this workshop, you’ll learn the art of dot-painting while creating a stunning floral-inspired mandala on a smooth handcrafted rock. Guided class, you’ll explore dotting techniques, and the meditative process of dot-painting. All supplies are provided during the workshop. Whether you're crafting a keepsake, a gift, or a piece of decor to…
Find out more »Join us and Choir Revolution for a night of singing some of your favourite Beatles hits. Presented by Choir Revolution, Orillia's ONLY interactive group-singing event where Choir Master, Brett Caswell teaches, and YOU sing! It's fun and FEELS good! The team at Choir Revolution fosters a vibrant, uplifting, and inclusive environment everywhere they go. Doors Open: 6 PM Social Hour: 6 - 7 PM Main Song: 7 - 8 PM Perform Main Song & Many More: 8 - 9 PM…
Find out more »Tim Barry with special guests Billy the Kid and Nixon Boyd proudly presented by Dapper Depot Menswear and Harvey's Orillia Join us as we welcome Tim Barry from Richmond, VA. From his time fronting one of the most influential hardcore bands, Avail, to a now 20+ year solo career, his music and lyrics are a "real and thorough examination of where Tim's been, a little of where he's headed, and perhaps most importantly, where all of the many hard-earned miles on…
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