The Cold Play Experience and Desire

Two amazing bands, one Epic night! Desire, the international U2 tribute sensation, has consistently left audiences in awe with the passion and authenticity of their live performances. Following the footsteps of U2, Desire first united as friends in high school, dedicating years to perfecting their craft. Now, they expertly bring to life the soul, spirit, […]

PADDLING Film Festival

The Paddling Film Festival showcases some of the best paddling films in the world. This international competition is a year-long tour across the globe and screening to over 30,000 outdoor enthusiasts and their families. The festival recognizes the best paddling films in a series of categories like best whitewater kayaking film, best canoeing film, best […]

Roots North Music Festival

April 24th-27th Roots North Music Festival returns and this year’s main stage features headliners Royal Wood and Jully Black. Music, shopping and entertainment surround you as you explore during the Roots North Music Festival in Orillia. Our headline shows will take place at the beautifully restored St. Pauls Centre. Artists perform on Friday and Saturday evening […]

Your Ultimate Guide to Festival and Events Season in Orillia & Lake Country 2025

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 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 […]

Roots North Music Festival Returns April 24th-27th

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, […]

Psychic and Wellness Fair

Join us on April 5th and 6th at the Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre, 400 Memorial Avenue, Orillia. FREE Lectures, Demonstrations, & Door Prizes. $5 entry fee for one day or $8 for the weekend – tickets are available at the door. Doors open 10 – 7 on Saturday and 10 – […]

Psychic and Wellness Fair

Join us on April 5th and 6th at the Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre, 400 Memorial Avenue, Orillia. FREE Lectures, Demonstrations, & Door Prizes. $5 entry fee for one day or $8 for the weekend – tickets are available at the door. Doors open 10 – 7 on Saturday and 10 – […]

Tim Barry with special guests Billy the Kid and Nixon Boyd

Tim Barry with special guests Billy the Kid and Nixon Boyd  proudly presented by Dapper Depot Menswear and Harvey’s Orillia Join us as we welcome Tim Barry from Richmond, VA. From his time fronting one of the most influential hardcore bands, Avail, to a now 20+ year solo career, his music and lyrics are a “real […]