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ORILLIA AND AREA’S FOUR SEASON PLAYGROUND!

Heading east and north out of Orillia, enjoy the
Rama First Nation Pow Wow (August 24-25),
held each August at the John Snake Memorial
Community Multi-Purpose Grounds in Rama First
Nation. This is the biggest and best powwow in
Festivals Ontario, bringing two days’ worth of incredible
First Nation dancing, drumming, food, and culture.
&

Rama First Nation Pow Wow

From May 30 to June 2, Gathering:
Festival of First Nations Stories welcomes
Mariposa Folk Festival Indigenous storytellers, artists, musicians, and
authors to Rama First Nation and Couchiching Park Port of Orillia’s Pirate Party
as a celebration of Indigenous voices. This festival
Orillia & Lake Country brings together prominent and emerging Indigenous The Port of Orillia, also hosts many great events each
boasts a bustling arts and Each year, the festival season kicks off with the artists in conversation through workshops, summer, from vendor markets and holiday themed
culture scene, celebrated Roots North Music Festival, (April 18-21). presentations and concerts. festivals, there’s always something going on at the
Port. For the little ones and the young-at-heart, don’t
A celebration of Ontario’s deep-rooted love for local
year-round during the and live music, featuring over a dozen stages and Early summer welcomes the “grande dame” of folk miss out on Labour Day weekend’s pirate invasion
festivals, the Mariposa Folk Festival. Over 60
region’s major festivals artists to the region. Mainstage performers are years in the running, this annual music event is held during the Port of Orillia’s Pirate Party.
and events. always a highlight on Friday and Saturday nights at on the shores of Lake Couchiching, at Tudhope Park. Featuring historical reenactments, a pirate village,
the beautifully renovated St. Paul’s Centre, where With a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, the festival vendors, a beer tent, and an on-the-water battle,
With popular music events like the Mariposa Folk the festival’s signature art market is also hosted. features 11 stages, picturesque views, delicious this annual event promises fun for all ages.
Festival (July 5-7) and Boots & Hearts (August During the weekend, a long list of pop-up food, fantastic workshops, unique artisans, camping, In the fall, the ever-popular Orillia Jazz Festival
8-11), now is the time to start planning your festival performances take-over the small business scene and fun activities for kids. Mariposa really is magical, makes its way through Orillia with featured concerts
getaway and build that early-bird itinerary! in downtown Orillia and beyond. for all ages. With good prices for weekend passes at the historic Orillia Opera House and pop-up perfor-
and a two-year streak of sold-out wristbands, mances at venues and restaurants across the city.
better snap yours up today!
For those looking to unleash their witchy side, the
On July 13th, Brechin welcomes the Ramara annual Coldwater Village Witches Walk is
Classic Car Show. Featuring, an impressive an exciting Halloween event held under the moonlight
collection of over 200 classic cars, showcased within every October. Ages 19 and up are invited to bring
the winding canals of Lagoon City. Classic car fanatic their best witchy attire and indulge in some excellent
or not, this event is an excellent opportunity to live music, dancing, and a spooktacular vendors
explore the area’s scenic views, great food, and some market in the historic streets of Coldwater.
mid-summer fun.
Couchiching Beach Park comes alive in the summer- These are just some of the amazing festivals
time during the historic annual Orillia Scottish to be found in Orillia & Lake Country.
Roots North Music Festival Festival (July 14-16). Shop from eclectic vendors, For up-to-date event
grab a delicious bite to eat, and celebrate Scottish
culture during traditional dance, marching, and listings, check out
music celebrations. orillialakecountry.ca/events
For more information visit OrilliaLakeCountry.ca/Events

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