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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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Christmas Market at The Coldwater Mill
Coldwater Mill hosts an old fashioned Christmas Market, featuring beautiful one of a kind, handmade gifts. Shop the participating Downtown Merchants during their Christmas Hours.
Find out more »Merry Makers Market
Join us on Saturday, November 22nd in the beautiful village of Shanty Bay for the Merry Makers Market from 11am-4pm!🎅🏼✨ Come out with the entire family to support over 25 amazing local artisan vendors offering amazing food and handmade items! The big man will be in attendance 🎅🏼 for photos from 12-2 (Pictures with Santa are free, however a donation is appreciated!). All proceeds from this year’s market will be donated to The Seasons Centre for Grieving Children. The market…
Find out more »Orillia Santa Claus Parade
The 120th Annual Orillia Santa Claus Parade arrives November 22nd! Join us in Downtown Orillia from 5pm-7pm. The largest Christmas parade north of Toronto! With over 100 floats, bands and Santa himself to usher in the season!
Find out more »Christmas at the Orillia Farmers’ Market
Christmas Markets are back at the Orillia Farmers' Market this November! Shop local, support makers, and celebrate the season with us! First 50 customers at each market will receive $5 Market Dollars to spend with any on site vendor! Dates: November 14, November 21, November 28 Time: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Location: Inside the Orillia Public Library
Find out more »Mayor and Council Free Skate with Santa: Oro-Medonte
November 28th - 6:00pm to 7:20pm Free Hot Beverages Provided by Jimmy B's Chef in a Box - Concession
Find out more »Let it Snow
Arts Orillia is thrilled to present local youth in concert to celebrate the spirit of the holidays. With winter music, lights and projection, the show will be filled with the magic of Christmas - perfect for the whole family!
Find out more »Ayers Christmas Market
Don't miss out on being a part of another great market at Ayers Christmas Tree Farm. If you just want to come out to shop around the Christmas Trees, or enjoy warm food from our food booth, pet some adorable animals, or create good memories, come see some great Vendors at our Christmas Market!
Find out more »Coldwater Santa Claus Parade
Join us for the 2025 Coldwater Santa Claus Parade at 5:30 pm, beginning on Gray Street, travelling down to Coldwater Road and following it to the Fairgrounds. The parade ends as it turns towards the arena at the Shell Station but note: Santa’s float turns onto Mill Street where Santa will exit. Santa and Mrs Claus will be greeting children and handing out candy upstairs at the Coldwater Heritage Mill immediately after the parade. Don’t miss your chance to see…
Find out more »Ayers Christmas Market
Don't miss out on being a part of another great market at Ayers Christmas Tree Farm. If you just want to come out to shop around the Christmas Trees, or enjoy warm food from our food booth, pet some adorable animals, or create good memories, come see some great Vendors at our Christmas Market!
Find out more »Holiday Cookie Swap
Holiday Cookie Swap – Hosted by DWN & Paper Planes! ✨🍪 We’re so excited to host the very first Downtown Orillia Cookie Swap Here’s how it works: Bring 2 dozen homemade cookies or treats, and you’ll leave with 2 dozen new ones to enjoy and share Come for the sweet treats, stay for the community! ❤️ 📅 Tuesday, December 9 🕠 5:30 PM 📍 Paper Planes Café Register online: https://form.jotform.com/253064453454052
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