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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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Historic Blacksmith Workshop
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…
Find out more »Coldwater Lion’s Club Duck Race
Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 31st, 2025! Duck Race Tickets will be available at local downtown stores and are being sold by Coldwater Lions members individually and at Foodland Thursday – Sunday. What to Expect: Fun starts by 11am with Kid Games and Vendors downtown Coldwater. Parade at 12:30pm. Watch the Ducks drop at 2pm from behind the Coldwater Mill and follow them to the finish line! Thank you to all of the amazing volunteers who help make this event…
Find out more »Half-o-ween Live Drag Show
Time & Location May 31, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Higher Ground (Brewery Bay 2nd Floor), 162 Mississaga St E, Orillia, ON L3V 1V9, Canada About the event Join us on this night for Orillia’s first live action Drag slasher! You’ll see lip-syncs, along side the cast disappearing one by one as a slasher is on the hunt for your favourite Kings & Queens. This is a unique show you don't want to miss! Show starts at 7 pm…
Find out more »Retro Roller Skate Night
Join us for a Retro Skate Night at The Roller Skating Place. Glide around the rink to all retro music from 7-10pm. Admission is $10 per person including rentals. Parking is free. Snack bar on site.
Find out more »Walk Off the Earth
Walk off the Earth is a JUNO Award-winning multi-platinum musical phenomenon. In the past few years alone, they have headlined Red Rocks Amphitheater and Wembley Arena, sold out the historic Sydney Opera House, notched a top-10 single in Canada for 30 straight weeks and made it all the way to the top of the Pop Albums chart in the US. They’ve collaborated with artists from all genres including Snoop Dogg, Sarah Silverman, Keith Urban, Steve Aoki, Lukas Graham, Lauv, Lindsey Stirling,…
Find out more »Soldiers’ RIDE – OSMH Foundation
On Sunday, June 1, riders of all skill levels will once again meet at Quayle’s Brewery for a day of road biking to raise critical funding for urgent care needs at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH). Soldiers’ Ride provides avid cyclists with scenic 50 km and 100 km routes through the historic Simcoe-Muskoka landscape. In addition to the 50 km and 100 km routes, this year’s event will feature a family-friendly 20 km route. Participants will start and end the…
Find out more »Habitat Restoration Action Days
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…
Find out more »Barrie Automotive Flea Market
Canada’s Finest Automotive Flea Market offers everything from collectibles & classic cars to those hard to find car parts. If you can’t find it here, you can’t find it anywhere. It’s a Car Lover’s Dream – Car Sales Corral, Show & Shine and thousands of vendors, you won’t believe your eyes! Bring your friends & family and stay in our convenient campground.
Find out more »Trivia Night
Come join us at Quayle’s Brewery for Trivia with Adam Crockatt of Big Dumb Face Trivia. Limited seats available per night. This is a 19+ event. Come early and join us for a drink! Doors open at 5:00pm; Trivia starts at 6:00pm.
Find out more »Sunset Paddle
Join us for a peaceful and immersive evening on the water as we paddle through the tranquil marsh at dusk. This unique program blends gentle physical activity, mindfulness, and nature appreciation, all set against the calming backdrop of a setting sun. Perfect for individuals, couples, or groups, this experience offers the perfect opportunity to relax, reconnect with nature, and embrace the quiet adventure on the water. Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre When: 7:30-9:30pm Running every Friday starting June 6th till…
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