It’s that time of year again! The Orillia Perch Festival – one of the largest and longest-running fishing derbies in North America – makes its grand return to Orillia and Lake Country! Each year, the festival kicks off the open-water fishing season, attracting thousands of passionate anglers to explore the waters of Lake Simcoe and […]
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 […]
“Lake Country” is a fitting description for the picturesque waters which surround and flow throughout Orillia, Severn, Rama First Nation, Oro-Medonte, and Ramara. Attracting thousands of boaters each year to experience the serene and adventurous waters that overtake the region, Orillia and Lake Country is the perfect place to experience life on the water. Make […]
Soon, school will be out and festival season will be in! The Mariposa Folk Festival 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 for ages 19-24, here’s […]
Celebrate Canada Day in Orillia! Several events are happening around the City with fun activations for the entire family to enjoy. Updates for this year’s festival are available at OrilliaCanadaDay.ca
For over 100 years the Orillia Opera House has been bringing world-class entertainment to Orillia and Lake Country. The largest professional theatre venue north of Toronto, summertime at the historic Orillia Opera House is an exciting time where live theatre is celebrated to the max. Each year, the OOH! Presents three lively productions during their […]
“A Celebration of 60 Years of Music from the Mariposa Folk Festival” was a show-stopping audience favourite at the 2022 Mariposa Folk Festival, and now it’s back to open Mariposa in Concert’s 2023-24 season! This time, award-winning keyboardist and producer Lance Anderson will expand the 60-minute musical trip down memory lane into a 90-minute show […]
Don Cherry says “Mudmen are good Canadian boys” Walter Ostanek says “he is proud of them” Johnny Reid says “Mudmen are Canada’s best kept secret , Glass Tiger say “It’s an honour for Mudmen to open for us”. With over 3000 shows to date in 8 different countries it has been said to describe Mudmen […]
Looking for creative ways to keep the kids busy and soaking up the great outdoors this summer? Check out these fun-filled lake country experiences that will make your summer holiday a truly memorable one! Featuring: Extreme Adventure, Educational Experiences, Fun on the Farm, and Outdoor Entertainment! Extreme Adventure Treetop Trekking For the adventure seeking kids, […]
Decades of Bond is the Ultimate tribute to the incredible music of the James Bond Film Empire. This 13-piece show band is stacked with some of the finest musicians in North America. One Price $57 Buy tickets on the Orillia Opera House website. Box Office: (705) 326-8011
