Nestled among a serene rural landscape, home to two museums, and boasting a simpler life is a Village-on-the-River: Coldwater. Located along the Simcoe County Bike Loop Trail and surrounded by quiet country roads, the village has become a popular destination for cyclists looking to take a break and enjoy a lunch or pick up supplies. […]
Coldwater Village is a place set outside of time with it’s small town charm and historic roots in the Township of Severn. Sitting alongside the Coldwater River to Matchedash Bay, the village is more than just a great place to stop en route by paddle, bike or drive, it is a destination filled with personality […]
Find your Rural Escape in Severn Just 90 minutes North of the GTA, Orillia & Lake Country is a perfect winter destination. Severn’s transformative landscape runs from the winding rivers of the Trent-Severn Waterway with Muskoka views, to expansive trail systems, to quaint small-towns and connecting to Lake Couchiching and Orillia. It is the perfect […]
Orillia & 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 5-7) and Boots & Hearts (August 8-11), now is the time to start planning your festival getaway and build that early-bird itinerary. Each […]
Small towns are the heartbeat of our community here in Orillia & Lake Country and we certainly have some gems. Whether you’re traversing the rolling hills of Oro-Medonte for some cozy hidden gems, or looking for to explore the historic and colourful streets of downtown Orillia, these 5 locations will have you feeling like you […]
Join us in the quaint village of Coldwater for some family-friendly trick or treating down main street, a kids costume contest, and even a pets costume contest!
Our outdoor market is from 11am – 5pm. We have over 60 vendors (different each weekend). Bigger than ever before. Rain, snow or shine. Eat, shop and walk around with beer or Coffee & Bailey’s with whip cream!! Free parking
Join us for A Children’s Scavenger Hunt, Candle Light Walk, Tree Lighting, and Merchant Madness in Coldwater Village on November 25!
Join us for the 2023 Coldwater Santa Claus Parade at 5:30 pm, beginning on Gray Street, travelling down to Coldwater Road and following it to the Fairgrounds. The parade ends as it turns towards the arena at the Shell Station but note: Santa’s float turns onto Mill Street where Santa will exit. Santa and Mrs […]
Lighting ceremony is on Nov 24 at 6pm. We have 29 amazing local sponsors. Guests are invited to vote for their favourite tree and be eligible to win a $50 gift card to Quayle’s Brewery in our contest.