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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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Pirate Party
On Labour Day Weekend, the pirates of Lake Couchiching storm the Port of Orillia. This is an amazing family fun-filled weekend that features in-water Pirate displays, a Pirate village with live re-enactors and demonstrations and a "plank walk" where the Pirates send local politicians and business leaders into the water. The Orillia Pirate Party features: • Life-sized "pirate" ships crewed by historical re-enactors • Fencing, tactical, and artillery demonstrations • Pirate encampment village featuring a blacksmith demonstration, costumed re-enactors, and…
Find out more »Friday Night BBQ
Woodfolk Cider is hosting Two Biddies and a Q for some slow smoked texas style BBQ. Get your long weekend off to a wicked start with a Friday cider and bbq!
Find out more »Music & Makers
The City of Orillia is excited to introduce "The Music & Makers Series", a brand-new pilot project launching this summer at the iconic Rotary Aqua Theatre. This FREE community event will run Friday evenings from July through August and will feature live concert performances alongside vibrant artisan markets. Each week will highlight a different genre, offering attendees an opportunity to explore a wide variety of sounds and styles. All concerts will be held in the Rotary Aqua Theatre between 6:30…
Find out more »Eclectic Dinner Series
Join Chef Melanie & team at eclectic cafe for Friday Night Dinner series. A hyper local dinning experience showcasing the best of local farms and distilleries. Menus changing with the seasons in a shareable plate format. Come see eclectic cafe knock it out of the park with their creative and globally inspired seasonal menu. “Keep your friends close and your farmers closer”.
Find out more »Friday Night Live at the Coldwater Mill
Hosted by the Coldwater Mill Heritage Foundation Board, this free family friendly event is sure to please. Come out and enjoy the musical talents in our area. August 1 - DAM Straight August 8 - Nick Howell August 22 - Jakob Pearce August 29 - Matt Playne
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…
Find out more »Black River Wilderness Park Vendor Market
Visit the Black River Wilderness Park Vendors Market every Saturday morning in the summer from May 17 to October 4th. Vendors Market runs 9am to 1pm, bringing together Indigenous artisans/crafters from Rama First Nation and local vendor friends offering quality handcrafted products. Black River Wilderness Park is owned and operated by Rama First Nation.
Find out more »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 »Dock Yoga
Join Rosanna on the dock for a soul soothing Vinyasa flow immersed in nature along the scenic backdrop of Old Brewery Bay and the iconic Leacock boathouse. In case of inclement weather, class will move inside the studio.
Find out more »October Collective OUTDOOR
An outdoor pop-up art show featuring sculpture, figurative painting, landscape painting, and abstract work. Artists: Charlotte Williams, Morris Wazney, Lindsay Smail, and Pauline Bradshaw.
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