Events
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Graphic Novel Workshop with Marianne Boucher
Port Carling Library 69 Joseph Street, Port Carling, Ontario, CanadaCalling all graphic novel fans, young writers and creative minds! Muskoka Lakes Public Library welcomes Marianne Boucher to the Port Carling branch on August 6 from 1pm to 3pm for a graphic novel workshop for tweens, teens and adults. This creative workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about how graphic novels are created, [...]
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Movie Nights at the Port Carling Community Centre
Port Carling Community CentreEnjoy two special Movie Nights at the Port Carling Community Centre with family and friends. Arrive around 7pm, with each film expected to begin at 7:15pm. Guests are welcome to bring snacks, blankets and cozy items to enjoy the movie on the big screen. Upcoming movies include Zootopia 2 on July 9 and The Greatest [...]
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Everything Family Channel Trivia @ MDC
Muskoka Discovery Centre 275 Steamship Bay Road, Gravenhurst, Ontario, CanadaTrivia Thursdays are coming to Muskoka Discovery Centre in Gravenhurst. Bring your friends, test your knowledge and enjoy a fun all-ages night out with themed trivia, prizes and plenty of friendly competition. Upcoming themes include One Direction, Heated Rivalry, Everything Family Channel, Off Campus, 2010s Music and Pop Culture. Trivia runs Thursdays from 8pm to [...]
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Jack Gaughan and Adina V at Duke’s Live Music
Duke Boats Limited 2 James Bartleman Way, Port Carling, ON, CanadaA Soft Place to Land is coming to Duke’s Live Music in Port Carling. 🎶 Enjoy a special evening with talented musicians Jack Gaughan and Adina V as they bring their duo performance to Duke’s intimate second-storey wooden boat shop. Reserve your seat and make it a summer night out.
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Save The Date! Windermere Festival of the Arts Aug 7th-16th
Windermere Village Hall 2496 Windermere Rd, WindermereWe look forward to welcoming you to the Muskoka Chautauqua Arts & Culture Festival! From August 7–16, 2026, join us in Windermere Village for 10 days of unforgettable arts, music, wellness, literary events, and family fun! Immerse yourself in creativity, inspiration, and community in the beautiful Muskoka region. Dates: August 7 –August 16, 2026 Location: Windermere Village. The Main [...]
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Muskoka Chautauqua Festival Welcome & Opening
Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere, ON, CanadaCelebrate the start of the 2026 Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival with a Welcome & Opening event in Windermere. The program includes a warm welcome, Land Acknowledgment, sponsor and supporter recognition, festival highlights, and a special Teachings & Traditions session with Wahta Mohawk Elders Terry and Lucia Sahnatian on connection to the lands. Following the opening, [...]
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Summer Sip & Shop at Jack & Stella
Jack & Stella 1004 Bala Falls Road, Bala, Ontario, CanadaJoin Jack & Stella for a relaxed Summer Sip & Shop Wine Tasting with Cavinona Wine Agency on Friday, August 7. Guests can sip their way through a curated bottle shop selection, learn from the wine experts, ask questions and discover new favourites in a casual, welcoming setting. Light snacks will be served, and guests [...]
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Cam Brown at Windermere Pub
Windermere Pub 2508 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, CanadaEnjoy live music with Cam Brown at Windermere Pub on Friday, August 7. Settle in for a relaxed summer evening in Windermere with great food, good company and live acoustic music from this talented performer. A perfect way to kick off the weekend in Muskoka.
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Cody Ellis at Duke’s Live Music
Duke Boats Limited 2 James Bartleman Way, Port Carling, ON, CanadaEnjoy an intimate night of live music with Cody Ellis at Duke’s Live Music in Port Carling. Set inside Duke’s historic second-storey wooden boat shop, this 50-seat concert offers a warm, close-up listening experience with great acoustics, reserved seating and a relaxed Muskoka atmosphere. Doors, bar and menu open before the show, so come early, [...]
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Summer Market at Rawley Resort
Rawley Resort, Marina and Spa 2900 Kellys Rd, Port Severn, Ontario, CanadaShop local and Canadian at the Rawley Resort Summer Market in Port Severn. Browse a variety of vendors featuring candles, soaps, swimwear, fishing gear, art and so much more. It’s a great chance to support local makers and pick up something special this summer.
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Dockside Festival at the Gravenhurst Wharf
Gravenhurst Wharf 185 Cherokee Ln, Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1G7Chamber Member Muskoka Event Services is helping bringing two full days of family fun to the Gravenhurst Wharf on August 8 and 9 from 9am to 9pm. Enjoy midway rides, carnival games, live music, vendors, food and treats, a beer tent, petting zoo, reptile exhibit and more. Admission to the festival grounds is free, making [...]
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MLA Antique Boat Show
Port Carling Locks 1 Lock Street, Port Carling, Ontario, CanadaThe MLA Antique Boat Show, a bi-annual event established by the late Bob Purves, honors boats built in Muskoka or those that have spent most of their lives in its waters Click here for more information.
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The Kids Show with Choir! Choir! Choir!
Windermere United Church. 2497 Windermere Rd, Utterson, Ontario, CanadaBring the whole family together for a joyful, all-ages music experience with Choir! Choir! Choir! during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. This fun and interactive workshop invites kids, adults, grandparents and everyone in between to become part of a giant pop-up choir. No musical experience is needed, just a willingness to sing, laugh and join [...]
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Gravenhurst Opera House Show: Tom Petty & The Cars Tribute
Gravenhurst Opera House 295 Muskoka Rd S, Gravenhurst, OntarioTwo Shows in One Night! We Ain't Petty tribute to Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers and Let's Go tribute to the Cars.
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Johnny Kennedy at Windermere Pub
Windermere Pub 2508 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, CanadaEnjoy live music with Johnny Kennedy at Windermere Pub on Saturday, August 8. An independent country artist in the Canadian music scene, Johnny is known for bringing “Cottage Country Music” to the stage. His sound blends modern country with a relaxed, summer-ready feel that fits right in at Windermere. Settle in for an evening of [...]
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Choir! Choir! Choir! Presents: An EPIC 80s Sing-Along
Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere, ON, CanadaGet ready to sing your heart out with Choir! Choir! Choir! during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. This fully interactive live music experience turns the audience into the performers, with no singing experience needed. Directors Daveed Goldman and Nobu Adilman will lead the crowd through some of the biggest pop hits of the 1980s, from [...]
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Tom Petty & The Cars Tribute
Gravenhurst Opera House 295 Muskoka Rd S, Gravenhurst, OntarioEnjoy two tribute shows in one night with We Ain’t Petty, a tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and Let’s Go!, a tribute to The Cars. This high-energy concert features international tribute artist Barry Davis and a skilled band bringing the vocals, guitar riffs, synth melodies and unforgettable hits of both legendary acts to [...]
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Kim Mitchell Concert at The Kee to Bala
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Elliott Brood at Duke’s Live Music
Duke Boats Limited 2 James Bartleman Way, Port Carling, ON, CanadaEnjoy an intimate night of live music with Elliott BROOD at Duke’s Live Music in Port Carling. Known for their spirited sound, rich storytelling and roots-inspired energy, Elliott BROOD brings a memorable concert experience to Duke’s historic second-storey wooden boat shop. With limited seating, great acoustics and a relaxed Muskoka atmosphere, this is a special [...]
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Clay Whistle & Clay Rattle Workshop with Audrey Mah
Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue Road, Windermere, ON, CanadaGet creative outdoors during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival with artist Audrey Mah. In this hands-on clay workshop, participants will create a clay turtle whistle in the morning and a clay turtle rattle in the afternoon. Inspired by nature and the significance of the turtle as a symbol of life, balance and connection to the [...]
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Jeremiah Hill at Sip n’ Sounds
Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery 1074 Cranberry Rd, Bala, Ontario, CanadaEnjoy an afternoon of live music with Jeremiah Hill at Sip n’ Sounds on August 9 at 2pm. A folk-rock singer-songwriter from Ontario, Jeremiah brings a mellow, soulful style to a wide-ranging mix of music, from oldies and 90s alternative to modern folk-rock and a touch of country. With a spirit of adventure and discovery [...]
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Caroline Marie Brooks at Muskoka Chautauqua
Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere, ON, CanadaEnjoy a special evening of folk-pop music with Juno-winning artist Caroline Marie Brooks during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. Best known as one-third of the award-winning trio Good Lovelies, Caroline’s songs celebrate everyday life, nature, motherhood, connection and the beauty found in ordinary moments. For this performance, she will be joined by longtime friends and [...]
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Laser Tag at the Bala Branch
Muskoka Lakes Public Library Bala Bala Community Centre, BalaGet ready for laser tag at the Bala branch on Monday, August 10. Players ages 8 and up can sign up individually or with a group of up to eight people, then battle it out in the Community Centre space during their designated timeslot. Registration is required. To register, call 705-765-5650 or email [email protected]. Children [...]
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Toronto All-Star Big Band at Muskoka Chautauqua
Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere, ON, CanadaEnjoy the big band sound under the stars with the Toronto All-Star Big Band during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. This exciting young band brings the spirit, style and sound of the 1930s, 40s and 50s to life, celebrating the golden age of big band music with vibrant energy, choreography and nostalgia. Don’t miss this [...]
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Graffiti Embroidery with Barbara Klunder
Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue Road, Windermere, ON, CanadaTransform stitching into bold wearable art during this hands-on workshop with acclaimed artist Barbara Klunder at the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. Participants will explore Barbara’s expressive approach to embroidery, known as “graffiti embroidery,” while learning about the history of the craft and hearing stories from her diverse artistic career in design, costume, posters and textiles. [...]
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Forever Plaid at Gravenhurst Opera House
Gravenhurst Opera House 295 Muskoka Rd S, Gravenhurst, OntarioEnjoy the nostalgic charm of Forever Plaid at Gravenhurst Opera House from August 11 to 19. This hilarious and heartwarming musical revue is filled with classic barbershop quartet harmonies, pitch-perfect melodies and beloved hits from the 1950s. The story follows four earnest young men who dream of becoming a popular quartet and are given one [...]
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Jimmy Buffett & Eagles Concert Cruise
Muskoka Steamships 185 Cherokee Lane Gravenhurst, Ontario P1P 1Z9 CanadaSet sail with Peter’s Players for an unforgettable concert cruise on Lake Muskoka on Tuesday, August 11. Brian Neale & Northern Harbour return with the sounds of Jimmy Buffett, joined by New Kid in Town with the music of the Eagles. The last time Peter’s Players presented this show, it sold out two back-to-back cruises, [...]
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Maggie’s Wake at Muskoka Chautauqua
Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere, ON, CanadaExperience the award-winning roots sound of Maggie’s Wake during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. This high-energy Canadian folk roots band blends Celtic-inspired fiddle, tin whistle and flute with jazz, Americana and classic country influences. Fronted by award-winning musicians Tara Dunphy and Lindsay Schindler, Maggie’s Wake brings rich harmonies, heartfelt storytelling and irresistible rhythms to the [...]
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Bala Plein Air @ Windermere House
Windermere House 2508 Windermere Rd, Windermere, Ontario, CanadaJoin Bala Plein Air at Windermere House Resort on Wednesday, August 12 from 9am to 12pm for a morning of painting overlooking beautiful Lake Rosseau. 🎨 This session will also welcome members of the visiting Niagara Plein Air Artists group. Sessions are free and open to all skill levels. Visit balapleinair.ca for more details.
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Summer Lecture Series: Mayor Peter Kelley
Muskoka Lakes MuseumJoin the Muskoka Lakes Museum on Wednesday, August 12 for Mayor Peter Kelley’s presentation, Off the Wall. This special Summer Lecture Series event shares the stories behind a personal collection more than 30 years in the making, celebrating vintage boats, art and Muskoka history. From paintings and plans to handcrafted models, the collection reflects Mayor [...]
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Live Storytelling at Brooklands Farm
Brooklands Farm 375 Butter & Egg Rd, Bracebridge, ON, CanadaSpend a summer evening sharing stories and connecting with the community at Brooklands Farm on Wednesday, August 12 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Presented by MSM Connect, this intimate evening will feature live readings from local voices, acoustic music, time to mingle and complimentary snacks. Wine and beer will also be available at the bar. Tickets [...]
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En Plein Air Painting with Greg & Sue Hindle
Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue Road, Windermere, ON, CanadaCapture the natural beauty of Muskoka during this outdoor painting workshop with Greg and Sue Hindle at the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. Participants will explore the art of en plein air painting, learning techniques to bring the surrounding landscape to life on canvas. With personalized instruction and demonstrations, this workshop is welcoming for both beginners [...]
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Muskoka Lakes Volunteer Appreciation Event
Milford Bay Community Centre Milford Bay, Ontario, CanadaThe Township of Muskoka Lakes invites all local volunteers to the Muskoka Lakes Volunteer Appreciation Event on Thursday, August 13 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Milford Bay Community Centre. This special evening is a chance to recognize and celebrate the people who give their time, energy and care to our community. If you [...]
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Muskoka Philharmonic Orchestra at Muskoka Chautauqua
Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere, ON, CanadaExperience the magic of the Muskoka Philharmonic Orchestra during the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. Founded in 2022, the Muskoka Philharmonic Orchestra brings together local musicians to share orchestral music with audiences across Muskoka. For this special outdoor performance in Windermere, the program has been curated with summer in mind. Guests can enjoy a beautiful mix [...]
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Basset at Duke’s Live Music
Duke Boats Limited 2 James Bartleman Way, Port Carling, ON, CanadaEnjoy an intimate night of live music with Basset at Duke’s Live Music in Port Carling. Known for their warm harmonies, thoughtful songwriting and folk-inspired sound, Basset brings a beautiful listening-room experience to Duke’s historic second-storey wooden boat shop. With limited seating, great acoustics and a relaxed Muskoka atmosphere, this is a special summer concert [...]
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Botanical Relief Casting with Sharon Wagner-Chazalon
Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue Road, Windermere, ON, CanadaCreate nature-inspired wall art during this hands-on workshop with clay artist Sharon Wagner-Chazalon at the Muskoka Chautauqua Summer Festival. Participants will gather botanicals from the beautiful surroundings in Windermere, press them into clay, and use plaster to create a botanical relief wall hanging. Skills and techniques will be demonstrated, with time to explore your own [...]