Special Events
With tons of cool events happening in every part of the region in every season, you can plan your getaway around a unique festival or fair. From sporting events to live music performances, from foodie gatherings to art shows, from author readings to triathlons, discover the perfect event to suit your interests and make a vacation out of it.
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Gravenhurst Farmers Market
Gravenhurst Market is a co-operative. We carefully select our vendors to present a diverse array of unique products with…
Gravenhurst Market is a co-operative. We carefully select our vendors to present a diverse array of unique products with a focus on local . Join us to shop and explore while enjoying live…
The Second Annual Sound of Fibre: Yarn & Fibre Festival
Save The Date! The Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce the Second…
Save The Date! The Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce the Second Annual Fibre Festival, The Sound of Fibre, organized with Sound Yarn & Fibre! Come visit…
Gravenhurst Triathlon and Duathlon
Hosted at the Muskoka Wharf Sports Fields and featuring a JUMP from the iconic Muskoka Steamships, Gravenhurst has…
Hosted at the Muskoka Wharf Sports Fields and featuring a JUMP from the iconic Muskoka Steamships, Gravenhurst has been one of the most sought-after events in the MultiSport Canada Triathlon Series for…
Peerless II Wine Sampling Cruise – Port Carling
Join us for a Wine Sampling Cruise aboard Peerless II on Lake Rosseau! Choose from June 17, July…
Join us for a Wine Sampling Cruise aboard Peerless II on Lake Rosseau! Choose from June 17, July 15 & August 12, 2026 . $70 total. Limited tickets. Date: Wednesday, June 17,…
National Indigenous Peoples Day 2026
National Indigenous Peoples Day is an important occasion that honours the history, heritage, cultures, and contributions of First…
National Indigenous Peoples Day is an important occasion that honours the history, heritage, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Our event, scheduled for June 21 at River Mill…
Peerless II Father’s Day on the Water
Celebrate Dad with a relaxing cruise aboard the Peerless II… and here’s the best part — DAD CRUISES FREE with…
Celebrate Dad with a relaxing cruise aboard the Peerless II… and here’s the best part — DAD CRUISES FREE with the purchase of one or more adult ticket! Treat Dad to fresh air, stunning…
Peerless II Historic All Day Lake Muskoka Cruise
Celebrate 80 years on the Muskoka Lakes with a full-day cruise on Lake Muskoka, featuring Millionaires’ Row, the…
Celebrate 80 years on the Muskoka Lakes with a full-day cruise on Lake Muskoka, featuring Millionaires’ Row, the Seven Sisters Islands, and the famous Kettles, plus more stunning shoreline highlights. Date: Sunday,…
The Limberlost Challenge
The date: Saturday July 4th, 2026.The location: The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve, 1002 Buck Lake Landing Road. For directions, click…
The date: Saturday July 4th, 2026.The location: The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve, 1002 Buck Lake Landing Road. For directions, click the link to Google Maps.Race distances: 7km, 14km, 28km, 42km and 56km. Your race entry includes a donation…
IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka
A mid-summer race loved for its stunning beauty and naturally tough course. This race takes place in a…
A mid-summer race loved for its stunning beauty and naturally tough course. This race takes place in a region adjacent to the majestic Great Lakes—a pristine, forest getaway in Canada's cottage country.…
Muskoka Arts & Crafts Annual Summer Show
The iconic Summer Show returns to the heart of Bracebridge, celebrating 64 years since its beginnings in July…
The iconic Summer Show returns to the heart of Bracebridge, celebrating 64 years since its beginnings in July 1962. As Muskoka Arts & Crafts’ largest annual fundraiser, the juried show draws over…
Muskoka Pride Week
Muskoka Pride Week takes place from July 18th to 26th 2026. The annual week of activities celebrate our…
Muskoka Pride Week takes place from July 18th to 26th 2026. The annual week of activities celebrate our diversity, our passion, and our pride! For complete event details please visit the event…
Peerless II 80th Birthday Celebration Cruises
Join us as we celebrate 80 incredible years on the Muskoka Lakes aboard the Peerless II! To mark this…
Join us as we celebrate 80 incredible years on the Muskoka Lakes aboard the Peerless II! To mark this special milestone, EVERYONE cruises at 1/2 price — just $25 per person (incl. HST) (regular…
Festival of the Sound
The Festival of the Sound is a world-renowned chamber and classical music festival in scenic Parry Sound. Founded…
The Festival of the Sound is a world-renowned chamber and classical music festival in scenic Parry Sound. Founded in 1979 by pianist Anton Kuerti, The Festival has grown to cover three weeks…
The Muskoka Boat and Cottage Show and Muskoka Ribfest
The Muskoka Boat and Cottage Show and Muskoka Ribfest are excited to be back this summer at the Muskoka Wharf…
The Muskoka Boat and Cottage Show and Muskoka Ribfest are excited to be back this summer at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst. Free General AdmissionFun For The Whole Family!Live Entertainment all weekend! Boat &…
Loggers Day Algonquin Logging Museum
Join us for this highly entertaining and educational day when the Algonquin Logging Museum comes to life. Brought to you…
Join us for this highly entertaining and educational day when the Algonquin Logging Museum comes to life. Brought to you by The Friends of Algonquin Park, the Algonquin Forestry Authority, in cooperation with Ontario…