Roots North Music Festival, one of central Ontario’s most anticipated signs of spring, proudly kicks off the music festival lineup, every April. Each year, Roots brings an impressively large variety of well-known Canadian musicians to perform across both paid and free stages, in Downtown Orillia and beyond. The festival’s roots remain in celebrating homegrown talents, […]
read moreIt’s hard to believe that just three months ago we were soaking up the sun at the 2023 Mariposa Folk Festival, with a sold-out weekend of world-class musicians, artists and storytellers. As the colours of the leaves start to change from vibrant green to the warm hues of red, orange and yellow, we don’t have […]
read moreSoon, school will be out and festival season will be in! The Mariposa Folk Festival, running July 4-6, 2025, is Orillia’s annual celebration of music, food and art and it’s the perfect spot to meet up with friends and make memories to last a lifetime! With Youth Passes for ages 13-18 and Young Adult passes […]
read moreTheatre aficionados, live music fanatics, and self-proclaimed sleuths, get ready to be entertained this season in Orillia and Lake Country! Winter entertainment doesn’t stop with the snow hills, here’s what’s coming to the stage – both large-scale and interactive – in Orillia this season. Meredith Willson’s The Music Man Presented by St. Paul’s Orillia Meredith […]
read more
Canada’s troubadour, singer-songwriter, and international folk legend, Gordon Lightfoot once called Orillia home and never forgot those humble beginnings. Lightfoot often returned to Orillia to perform at the Mariposa Folk Festival, Orillia Opera House, community events and fundraisers, or just to stop by for a visit. He never forgot his hometown, and it never forgot [...]
read more
Downtown Orillia turns into a festive wonderland around the holidays. The hallmark of any good Christmas movie is that charming small town blanketed in snow with hot chocolate available in arms’ reach, at all times and Downtown Orillia delivers on that movie-making charm. From festive family events, to specialty shopping discounts, to seasonal concerts, check […]
read moreAs we get closer to the December, Orillia and Lake Country begins to shine with holiday spirit. From remarkable light displays to one of the largest Christmas events north of Toronto, the region is lit up with exciting and memorable events for the entire family to enjoy this season. Here’s what’s on in OLC for […]
read moreDon’t let the winter blues keep you down, Orillia and Lake Country boasts activities to lift your spirits and find the energy to make the most out of this time of year. We have a few recommendations to make your winter getaway a great way to kick off the year! 1. Let Winter Become Your […]
read moreLocated just 90 minutes north of Toronto in the heart of lake country, Orillia has remained a winter hotspot for tourists for decades. If you’re headed to the Games this February 6 to 8 and looking to soak up as many of the event activities as possible, we’ve got you covered with a complete guide […]
read moreOrillia & Lake Country boasts a bustling arts and culture scene, celebrated year-round during the region’s major festivals and events. With popular sold-out music events like the Mariposa Folk Festival (July 4-6) and Boots & Hearts (August 7-10), now is the time to start planning your festival getaway and build that early-bird itinerary. Each […]
read more