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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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Pumpkinferno
Pumpkinferno sails into Discovery Harbour for a hauntingly good time! Experience the phenomenon of Pumpkinferno’s NEW magical outdoor exhibits of artificial hand-carved pumpkins! Plus discover roving performers, tour the Macabre Mansion, pick up some glowing cotton candy, and much more! All the Details: - Discovery Harbour is transformed with more than 5,000 artificial “fun-kins”, lights, music and activities! Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday bring the whole family and experience the walk-thru Pumpkinferno magic. - Roving buskers will delight and entertain visitors…
Find out more »Coldwater Haunted Mill
Coldwater’s historic mill has always held whispers of the past – but every October, those whispers grow louder. This year, the Coldwater Mill transforms into the Haunted Mill, Presented by The Scream Shack, thrill-seekers are invited to step into a world where history and horror collide with The Haunted Mill Event. From October 16 to 31, the beloved landmark transforms into a spine-tingling maze of ghostly encounters, immersive sets, and chilling surprises.
Find out more »Halloween Dance
Join us on Saturday October 25th for our annual Hallowe'en dance with DJ Scott Stanton. Tickets are $20 in advance and are limited! Get your tickets early! This is a 19+ event.
Find out more »Kids Potions Workshop @ Wye Marsh!
Experience a unique blend of storytelling and science with this one-hour hands-on potions workshop for children ages 3-13. Join a quest, collect ingredients, and make some magic to save a mythical creature displaced by disappearing habitat. Sunday, October 26, 2025 Please check in and go on your quest for ingredients AT LEAST 45 MINUTES BEFORE your scheduled workshop time. Workshops Start at: 10 am- 11 am OR 11:30 am- 12:30 pm OR 2 pm - 3 pm How much: Members…
Find out more »Halloween at Wye Marsh
Calling all Ghosts, Goblins, Fairies and creatures of the night. Put on your Halloween finery. Teleport to Wye Marsh. Explore the trails. Collect stamps in your passport. First 50 children with full passports can claim a treat back at the Visitors Centre. Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre When: October 26, 2025 from 10 am - 2 pm How Much: Wear a costume to get in free! Who: Everyone who enjoys the Halloween spirit! What to bring: Dress for the weather…
Find out more »Paint by the Lake
Paint by the Lake is back this fall, by popular demand! Guests are invited to join us for an outdoor (or indoor, in the case of inclement weather) painting experience at the Leacock Museum! Participants will be guided through basic colour theory for mixing colours. M Nowick will start with teaching some techniques for composing a landscape. A focus will be on creative expression for completing the scene. Inspiration will be taken from nature surrounding the Leacock Museum. Come paint…
Find out more »Sauna with a Finn
Be guided through an authentic Finnish sauna experience! You are welcome to join our Sauna With a Finn on Sunday evenings. It’s complimentary with your Nordic Spa Access! Sunday’s 3pm – 4pm Call (705–835–1500) or email (info@vettaspa.com) Guest Services to reserve your spot! Or Sign up at Guest Services when you arrive at Vettä
Find out more »The Rock to Fake Pocket Show Skatepark Halloween Party
Come have some Halloween fun at the Orillia Skate Park! There will be pizza, candy, prizes, sk8 challenges & a costume contest. Costumes are mandatory! All skaters welcome!
Find out more »Haunted History Tours
Join OMAH for an hour-long guided walking tour of Orillia’s haunted past! The tour discusses the spooks and spectres that still make themselves known in Orillia and the surrounding area. The tour begins inside our haunted jail cells and ends at the Orillia Opera House. Tickets are $10 + HST and members receive 20% off. This tour discusses themes that may not be suitable for a younger audience and we recommend children be 13 and over to attend.
Find out more »From Blank Page to Branded AI: How to Build Your First Custom GPT
💡 Stop wasting time on generic AI. What if you could train AI to think, write, and market like you? Join us October 29 for From Blank Page to Branded AI: How to Build Your First Custom GPT with AI strategist Teryl Brouillette. Walk away with: ✅ A clear roadmap to build your first branded GPT ✅ Tips for faster, more consistent marketing ✅ A step-by-step guide 📅 October 29 | 4:30–6:00 PM 📍 Hawk Ridge Golf & Country Club…
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