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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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Coldwater Fall Fair
The Coldwater Fair is a local agricultural celebration held the last full weekend each September. Bring the family to enjoy the Magical Midway, agricultural exhibitions, vendors, entertainment and more! The Demolition Derby will be held Friday, September 22 at 7pm. The Coldwater Fall Fair is an Alcohol Free Event No Dogs will be allowed on the property except for service animals, those exhibiting in the fair.
Find out more »Passport to Nature: Painting in The Wildlands
Join Doug Cooper, a well-known artist from Washago, for an outdoor acrylic painting workshop. This 3-hour workshop will take place at the Alexander Hope Smith Nature Reserve located off of Coopers Falls Road, approximately 5km west of the village of Washago, providing stunning vistas to inspire you. Participants are asked to bring their own painting supplies and dress for the weather as it will go rain or shine. So, sign up, come out and partake in this “plein air” experience!…
Find out more »2023 Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour
2023 Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour celebrates 40 years Do you love art? Do you love fall colours? So do we! We are 30 artists/crafts people who will open our studios to exhibit work at 20 locations in Simcoe County during this year’s 40th Anniversary 2023 Images Studio Tour. We are proud to be one of Ontario’s finest and longest running studio tours in Ontario. Mark your calendars! The Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour takes place over four days from October 6…
Find out more »Ghost Walks on the Leacock Museum Grounds
Ghost Walks on the Leacock Museum Grounds is back after a successful run in 2022! Join one of our spooky tour guides to learn about the haunted happenings on Old Brewery Bay. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies after the tour is over. Offered October 20, 21, 27 and 28, 2023 with select times. Stay up to date at LeacockMuseum.ca
Find out more »Halloween at Wye Marsh
Calling all Ghosts, Goblins, Fairies, and creatures of the night! Put on your Halloween finery, pick up a "passport" then explore our trails at Wye Marsh. Meet a variety of well dressed woodland "spirits". Collect five or more stamps, and show your passport for a sweet treat in the Visitors' Centre. ~ Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre ~ When: October 29, 2023, from 10 am - 2 pm ~ How Much: Activities are included in regular admission. ~ Who: All…
Find out more »Downtown Orillia’s Candlelight Parade
Bring the Christmas spirit to life as we light up the downtown! Arrive early to gather for participation and pick up candles at 6:30pm, down at Front St. and Mississaga St.E in Orillia. The parade will begin at 7pm and make its way to the lighting of the Opera House tree! Enjoy free hot chocolate and treats, plus meet SANTA! There will also be two markets available before and after the parade! Creative Nomad Studios and the Orillia Farmers' Market…
Find out more »Simcoe Makers Market at Ayers Tree Farm
Event Date: Sunday, November 19th 11am - 4pm Visit beautiful Ayers Tree Farm in Hawkestone for the 3rd annual ‘Shoppin’ Around The Christmas Trees’ market event, and cut down your own Christmas tree! The Simcoe Makers Market is holding this holiday event at Ayers Tree Farm located at 3065 10 Line N. E=Enjoy a tractor ride to the tree patch for Christmas tree cutting! Start decorating and gift shopping while having a great time. Grab a delicious bite at the…
Find out more »Skate Into The Season: FREE Public Skating with Mortgage Man DLC
Looking for a fun activity to do with your family over the holidays? Join Mortgage Man DLC for 'Skate Into the Season', a FREE public skating session at the Coldwater Community Centre (11 Michael Anne Dr. Coldwater) on Friday, December 29 from 1:00 - 2:30 PM. Please bring your own gear. ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME! We hope to see you there!
Find out more »Coldwater Lion’s Club Family Skate and New Year’s Fireworks
The Coldwater Lions Club is proud to offer local New Year’s Eve entertainment each year to the village of Coldwater. Free family skating is offered throughout the evening at the area and includes free hot chocolate followed by the fireworks at 10:00pm to celebrate the new year! Please note that donations are gladly accepted during the evening to help support this event. December 31, 2023 Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm – Free Family Skating 10:00 pm – Fireworks Location: Coldwater Community Centre…
Find out more »Passport to Nature: Children’s Story Walk
Orillia Public Library and Couchiching Conservancy invite you to a unique walk in the woods! For Family Literacy Day, the library staff have chosen a special nature story for you to read page by page, as you hike through beautiful Scout Valley. You will also enjoy time with your family as you look for unique natural features along your walk. Follow our scavenger hunt to look for evidence of animals passing or to identify and learn about natural features of…
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