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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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,…
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…
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 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…
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 &…
Dockside Festival of the Arts
Join the fun at the Dockside Festival in beautiful Gravenhurst! This beloved two-day waterfront celebration returns with free…
Join the fun at the Dockside Festival in beautiful Gravenhurst! This beloved two-day waterfront celebration returns with free admission for the whole family. Enjoy live entertainment, mouth-watering food trucks, and an incredible…
Muskoka North Studio Tour
The Muskoka North Studio Tour - an exciting new art studio tour for Huntsville, Muskoka - is taking…
The Muskoka North Studio Tour - an exciting new art studio tour for Huntsville, Muskoka - is taking place August 14–16, 2026. Visit great artists who create inspiring art, and take home…
Peerless II Historic All Day Lake Rosseau Cruise
Celebrating 80 years on the Muskoka Lakes with a full-day cruise to the top of Lake Rosseau, featuring…
Celebrating 80 years on the Muskoka Lakes with a full-day cruise to the top of Lake Rosseau, featuring Skeleton Bay, Morgan’s Bay, and the historic lighthouse, and so much more, with engaging…
Peerless II Historic All Day Lake Joseph Cruise
Celebrate 80 years on the Muskoka Lakes with a full-day cruise from Lake Rosseau through the iconic Port…
Celebrate 80 years on the Muskoka Lakes with a full-day cruise from Lake Rosseau through the iconic Port Sandfield Bridge into Lake Joseph, travelling to the top of Lake Joe with live…
Gravenhurst Autumn Arts Tour
Gravenhurst Autumn Arts Tour is back! Celebrate Gravenhurst’s rich artisan heritage with this two-day art tour during the…
Gravenhurst Autumn Arts Tour is back! Celebrate Gravenhurst’s rich artisan heritage with this two-day art tour during the peak autumn season, taking place Saturday September 26th and Sunday 27th from 10am - 4pm both…