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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Gallery Exhibition Opening
Welcome to “Rural Roots”, an exhibition that delves into the essence of rural life, capturing the spirit, resilience,…
Welcome to “Rural Roots”, an exhibition that delves into the essence of rural life, capturing the spirit, resilience, and beauty that define these landscapes. This body of work reflects the enduring bond…
Northern Lights Steel Orchestra Waterfront Concert
Join in at the Windermere Wharf on Friday, August 2nd to mark the opening of the Muskoka Chautauqua…
Join in at the Windermere Wharf on Friday, August 2nd to mark the opening of the Muskoka Chautauqua Arts & Culture Festival! Limited seating is available, however we encourage you to bring…
National Academy Orchestra
Festival of the Sound is a world-renowned chamber and classical music festival in scenic Parry Sound. Under Artistic…
Festival of the Sound is a world-renowned chamber and classical music festival in scenic Parry Sound. Under Artistic Director James Campbell the Festival has grown to cover three weeks in July and…
Music in the Park – Nils Buzora
Don't miss Music in the Park this summer at Magnetawan's Centennial Park Gazebo every Saturday from June 29…
Don't miss Music in the Park this summer at Magnetawan's Centennial Park Gazebo every Saturday from June 29 to August 31, 2024. Enjoy talented local acts from 7:00pm-8:30pm - don't forget your…
Movie on the Docks – Moana
A BOAT-IN MOVIE EXPERIENCE! Experience the magic of cinema at Movie on the Docks—an unforgettable outdoor movie night…
A BOAT-IN MOVIE EXPERIENCE! Experience the magic of cinema at Movie on the Docks—an unforgettable outdoor movie night unlike any other! Situated on the scenic waterfront, a classic film unfolds on a…
Wild Ontario Raptor Show
Based at the University of Guelph, Wild Ontario uses live birds-of-prey to teach about science and nature. In…
Based at the University of Guelph, Wild Ontario uses live birds-of-prey to teach about science and nature. In this program you'll have the opportunity to learn about some of Ontario's most incredible…
Flow Wellness Hour
Embark on a journey of inner balance and rejuvenation with our Flow Wellness sessions at the Muskoka Chautauqua…
Embark on a journey of inner balance and rejuvenation with our Flow Wellness sessions at the Muskoka Chautauqua Arts and Culture Festival. Each morning at Windermere House, set your intentions for the…
Gemstone Bracelet Making with Mala Lisa
Set your intentions and make a unique Mala Bracelet! In this interactive activity, you will choose from a…
Set your intentions and make a unique Mala Bracelet! In this interactive activity, you will choose from a variety of semi-precious gemstones, learn about the healing properties of each gemstone and create…
Windermere History Walking Tour
Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago? Rediscover this charming historic village…
Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago? Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History project,…
Find Your Flow with Acrylics & Mediums Demonstration
Join visual artist and illustrator Linda Montgomery for an artist talk and demonstration. She will help you find…
Join visual artist and illustrator Linda Montgomery for an artist talk and demonstration. She will help you find the best paint viscosities and materials for your inspired artwork. Linda will compare and…
‘Casanova’s Lottery’ Literary Lecture with Stephen Stigler
Join Stephen M. Stigler, Ernest DeWitt Burton Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Statistics at the University of Chicago,…
Join Stephen M. Stigler, Ernest DeWitt Burton Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Statistics at the University of Chicago, to discuss his book Casanova’s Lottery: The History of a Revolutionary Game of Chance…
Folk Night at the Festival with Sherisse Stevens & Louis Tsuz
Experience the enchantment of Muskoka Chautauqua Folk Night featuring a dynamic duo: Sherisse Stevens and Louis Tusz. Sherisse…
Experience the enchantment of Muskoka Chautauqua Folk Night featuring a dynamic duo: Sherisse Stevens and Louis Tusz. Sherisse Stevens has been performing music since the age of three. She performed at events…
Extreme Bush Race
Run, walk or crawl across the finish line. 15+ obstacles, including archery, axe throw, mud pit, cargo net…
Run, walk or crawl across the finish line. 15+ obstacles, including archery, axe throw, mud pit, cargo net climb, balance logs, sand hill, bush trails etc. This race can be done alone…
Balapalooza
Balapalooza - summer's best party - is happening at The Kee to Bala on August 4, 2024. For…
Balapalooza - summer's best party - is happening at The Kee to Bala on August 4, 2024. For complete event details please follow the link provided.
Music on the Barge: Tom Jones Show
The Music on the Barge concert series is the largest outdoor concert series north of Toronto and draws…
The Music on the Barge concert series is the largest outdoor concert series north of Toronto and draws thousands of seasonal and permanent residents to the shores of Gull Lake to enjoy…