The Inside Track: How to get more from your Chamber Membership
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce, 3125 Muskoka Rad 169, Unit 3, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Welcome to the Chamber community! The Inside Track is your introduction to Muskoka’s business network. Come meet your Chamber team and learn tips to get the best value out of your membership!

Get an insider’s look at what’s available to promote your business, save money, provide benefits to your staff, and make the connections that you need to grow your business and your career.

This is a great event for:

those wanting a ‘refresher’
your new employees
all new members
those thinking of joining

When? The first Tuesday of every month | 12pm-1pm
Where? Chamber Office (3125 Muskoka Rd 169, Unit 2, Bala)
Please email Andi at andi@muskokalakeschamber.ca to RSVP

The Inside Track
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce, 3125 Muskoka Rad 169, Unit 3, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Tuesdays with the Chamber Team- information session to help you and your business
Members: New to our Chamber or want a refresher? Inside Track gives you the inside scoop on Chamber benefits, promotions, connections and resources you can use right away. Meet the team, ask questions, and learn how to get the most from your Membership.
Additional Event Dates for 2026:

March 3
April 7
May 12
July 7
Aug 4
Sept 8
Nov 3
Dec 1

Register Today!

YMCA Gravenhurst Swim-a-thon Registration
2026-04-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Gravenhurst YMCA, 101 Centennial Dr, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1B9
Register now for the YMCA Gravenhurst Swim-a-thon taking place from April 11 to April 18.
For more information, visit the Gravenhurst YMCA site.

Rosseau Lake College - Hekkla is Back
2026-04-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Rosseau Lake College, 1967 Bright St, Rosseau, P0C1J0
The 2026 Hekkla will take place on Friday, April 24th at Rosseau Lake College!

Rosseau Lake College has been running The Hekkla since 1977.
The event is deeply woven into their school’s history and identity, serving as a signature personal challenge for the community. It was established as a mandatory experience to reflect the school’s commitment to outdoor education and building resilience—values championed by the founding headmaster, R.H. Perry.
In recent years, the event has also served as a fundraiser for the Robert Carreau Memorial Fund, which supports the development and maintenance of the school’s trail systems in honour of a late Head of School. Reward: A notable tradition is the post-run barbecue. Students who finish within a specific time are rewarded with a lobster dinner!

This years event will start and finish at RLC. After the run there will be a festival vibe with lots of exciting activities from games to Hekkla T-Shirt Making!
Register. Choose your Hekkla challenge! Set a personal running goal and a fundraising goal!

Registration Page

Webinar - New Chamber Travel Together Program
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:00
We’ve formed a Travel Group with the Barrie, Orillia and Bracebridge Chambers. First trip is in October, which is a touch time for many of us Muskoka Lakers, but if you’re not tied up, you’ll have a great time in Italy!
Learn more at a FREE virtual webinar on April 30th at 6:00 p.m. and tell your friends! Learn about travelling safely with our Chambers, with no obligation. These trips are open to friends, family and service club members.
RSVP to the April 30th Webinar today!

A Black Tie Gala - Masquerade Madness
2026-05-02 18:00 - 23:00 | Port Carling Community Centre
The Rotary Club of Bracebridge – Muskoka Lakes presents:
Masquerade Madness – A Black Tie Gala
Proceeds will be dispersed among the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation, Hospice Muskoka – Andy’s House & the Royal Victoria Hospital Foundation.
Tickets are $200 per person which includes Welcome Meet & Greet, Open Bar, Dinner, Live Band with Memphis Mudd, Dancing & Transportation.

Art Connects, Gallery Opening, MDC
2026-05-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Muskoka Discovery Centre, 275 Steamship Bay Road, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1Z9, Canada
The Muskoka Discovery Centre has a new gallery show opening at the Muskoka Discovery Centre: “Art Connects”.
The show opens Monday, May 4th from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and runs until July 3rd.
Artists Featured:
Cathy Boyd
Deb Menken
Kim Martin
Lisa Perrin
Pat Roser
Debra Wilde
Melanie Robitaille
Velda Warren

2026 Annual Member Dinner
2026-05-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Windemere House, 2508 Windermere Rd, Windemere, Ontario, P0B 1P0, Canada
FORWARD TOGETHER
AT OUR ANNUAL MEETING & DINNER
As of April 19: Only 18 tickets left for the Annual Dinner (includes Welcome Networking Drink, Wine, 3 course dinner and door prizes). Buy Dinner Tickets on Eventbrite here >
If Dinner Tickets sell out, you can attend the Annual Meeting Business Portion of the day at no cost, from 3-4pm at Windermere House and stay and mingle and network (light nibbles, cash bar).

For 65 years, Muskoka Lakes Chamber has supported local businesses through connectivity, education and advocacy, strengthening economic prosperity across Muskoka. As a not-for-profit organization, this signature event plays an important role in supporting programs and initiatives that help our business community learn, grow and thrive.
This members-only evening brings together entrepreneurs, and community champions for a three-course dinner, social networking hour, guest speaker event and engaging Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting & Dinner – $150 +HST
includes attendance to the business portion of the meeting, networking reception, and 3-course dinner
Member Dinner Only – $150 +HST
includes welcome reception and 3-course dinner
Annual Meeting Only
Free for all Members in good standing
Purchase Your Tickets

BECOME A SPONSOR TODAY
Stand behind the businesses that make Muskoka thrive!
Demonstrate your support by securing your sponsor package today.
For more information or to become a sponsor please contact:
Norah Fountain – Executive Director
norah@muskokalakeschamber.ca
705-762-5663

Please Donate
To The Love Local Auction
We’re inviting businesses and creators to support our Love Local Silent Auction by donating an item or experience! It’s a great way to showcase your brand while helping us raise funds for Chamber Programs. The Love Local auction raises $ to Support Local back by showcasing donors well beyond the auction site.
Donate Today

Thank you to our Sponsors!
Title Sponsor

Cocktail Hour Sponsor

Wine Sponsor

Podium Sponsor

Workshop - Where did your Wild Girl Go?
2026-05-09 19:00 - 20:30
You were never too much.
You were just surrounded by people who couldn’t handle all of you. So you made yourself smaller. Quieter. More manageable.
And it worked. Until it didn’t.
She’s still in there — the version of you that didn’t wait for permission, didn’t shrink to fit, and didn’t apologize for taking up space.
Come as you are. She’s ready when you are.

Where Did Your Wild Girl Go? — 90 minutes online,

May 9th at 7:00 p.m. eastern. $47.

To register for the May 9th workshop – https://flash.jigsavvy.com/webinar-registration

MBA Speed Networking
2026-05-14 17:30 - 20:00 | Bracebridge Legion, 168 Muskoka Rd, Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 1H6, Canada
🔥 Ready to Build New Connections?
Get ready, MBA Members — this is your night to mix, mingle, and make some serious connections.
They’re turning up the energy with fast‑paced networking, great food, a cold drink, and a room full of like‑minded people who are ready to connect.
Bring your business cards, polish your elevator pitch, and get ready for a fun-filled evening where you’ll mix, mingle and meet new faces.
Join us for a night of Speed Networking at the Bracebridge Legion

Open House Anniversary Party - The Alexander Muskoka Residence
2026-05-15 14:00 - 16:00 | The Alexander Muskoka Residence, 520 Isaac Street, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 0H9, Canada
Join our Chamber member – The Alexander Muskoka Residence – as they celebrate their special milestone of being (almost) 2 years old. The Alexander Muskoka Residence is hosting an Open House and will be providing tours, refreshments and community.
To RSVP call reception at 705-996-6405 ext. 0.

Live Music - Shawn Mei
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Rawley Resort, Marina and Spa, 2900 Kellys Rd, Port Severn, Ontario, L0K 1S0, Canada
Live Music with Shawn Mei.

Live Music - Marlon Gibbons
2026-05-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Rawley Resort, Marina and Spa, 2900 Kellys Rd, Port Severn, Ontario, L0K 1S0, Canada
Victoria Day Live Music
with Marlon Gibbons

Bala Legion is celebrating 80 Years
2026-05-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Bala Legion, 1011 Maple Ave, Bala, ON P0C 1A0
This year Bala Legion 424 is celebrating their 80th anniversary, together with the Royal Canadian Legion’s 100th anniversary.
Join the Legion for a BBQ Dinner and stay for great entertainment from the Muskoka Roads Band.
Dinner is from 4:00 – 7:00 pm
All are welcome.
BBQ Faire with Salad & Dessert
Tickets are $10 each, Children under 10 are free.
Maximum of 150.
Jeff Young & the Muskoka Roads Band will be playing at 7:30 p.m., generously sponsored by Summit Ford. Jeff is the grandson of one of their founding presidents!
Tickets can be purchased at the Legion (Tues-Sat 4-8pm), reserved by email (balalegion424@gmail.com) OR by calling Branch Secretary Janie Graham at 705-888-8834.
Tickets are $25.00 each and only 100 are available.
Tickets must be paid for by Saturday May 9th, 5pm.
See you there!

Walk for Alzheimer's - May 30-31
2026-05-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Bracebridge Sportsplex, 110 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge, Canada
Join Alzheimer Society Muskoka for their annual Walk for Alzheimer’s! Thanks to the incredible support of their community, they’ve raised over $50M to date — funding vital services like counselling, respite care, and support groups for the 750,000+ Canadians currently living with dementia.
They need your continued support now more than ever, as that number is expected to reach 1 million by 2030.
Bracebridge
📅 Date: May 30, 2026
🕚 Time: 11am – 2pm
📍 Location: Bracebridge Sportsplex Soccer Field & Outdoor Track 🗺️ Map
Huntsville
📅 Date: May 31, 2026
🕚 Time: 11am – 2pm
📍 Location: Conroy Park(120 Brunel Rd) 🗺️ Map
📞 Becky MacDonald | 705-645-5621 | bmacdonald@alzheimermuskoka.ca

Business After Hours at Brackenrig Butcher June 16
2026-06-16 17:00 - 19:00
Join us at The Brackenrig Butcher on TUESDAY, June 16 for a great kick off summer networking event.
Where: 1056 Brackenrig Centre Road
Click here to RSVP. Your $10 contribution is welcomed and appreciated.

Wine Sampling Cruise #1 - Port Carling
2026-06-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Port Carling Locks, 1 Lock Street, Port Carling, Ontario, P0B1J0, Canada
Join Sunset Cruises for a relaxing evening on the water with their Wine Sampling Cruise aboard Peerless II!
* Includes: Wine sampling with cheeses
Cost: $61.95 + HST
($70 total)
Now booking – limited tickets available!

Call Debbie at 705-645-2462
Email info@sunsetcruises.ca to reserve your spot
No online booking available.

Father's Day on the Water
2026-06-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Port Carling Locks, 1 Lock Street, Port Carling, Ontario, P0B1J0, Canada
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 lake views, and unforgettable Muskoka memories.
Cost:

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – $39.83 + HST ($45)
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM – $44.25 + HST ($50)
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM – $44.25 + HST ($50)

Now booking – limited tickets available!

Call Debbie at 705-645-2462
Email info@sunsetcruises.ca to reserve your spot
No online booking available.

Honky Tonk Summer Jam 2026
2026-07-03 19:00 | Bracebridge Fairgrounds, 331 Fraserburg Rd, Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 0A1, Canada
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Honky Tonk Summer Jam
Presented by Knight Hawks Entertainment
On July 3rd and 4th at the Bracebridge Fairgrounds, Muskoka comes alive with an unforgettable mix featuring some of Canada’s top country artists, new emerging talent, and local favourites all in the natural beauty of Ontario’s cottage country. After launching just last year, the festival has already made its mark as one of Ontario’s rising summer traditions. More than $20,000 was raised for Andy’s House through ticket sales and community support.
Whether you are from Muskoka, travelling from elsewhere in Ontario, or visiting from farther away, you will be welcomed into a community of music lovers ready to celebrate together. Expect unforgettable performances, a lively atmosphere, and a one-of-a-kind uniting summer celebration.
Join many others under the open sky for the next chapter of this growing tradition.
You will not want to miss it.
See this year’s line up at: https://www.honkytonksummerjam.ca/

55 Years of the MLA Antique Boat Show
2026-07-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Muskoka Lakes Musem, Muskoka Lakes Musem, Port Carling
Exhibit Launch & Annual Fundraiser
Mahogany in Motion

Join the MLA for their annual fundraiser as they celebrate the official launch of the 2026 exhibit Mahogany in Motion: 55 Years of the MLA Antique Boat Show.
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Join in the fun to celebrate the launch of their 2026 exhibit. There will be tours, refreshments and a bar, a silent auction and games.
