Second Annual MLPL Book Sale - Port Carling
2025-07-05 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Muskoka Lakes Library Port Carling, 69 Joseph Street, Port Carling, P0B1Jo, Canada
Come grab a bargain at the Muskoka Lakes Public Library’s second annual Book (and more!) Sale, happening during our regular hours of operation, from June 27th until July 5th. BYObag to fill for only $5, which they can accept in cash, cheque, debit and credit! Funds raised go towards programming, collection development, and overall upkeep at both of their branches.

Milford Bay Community Centre Park Discussion and BBQ Lunch
2025-07-05 11:00 - 14:00 | Milford Bay Community Centre, 1020 Beaumaris Road, Millford Bay, Ontario, Canada
How do you envision the future of Milford Bay Community Centre Park?

As part of the Township of Muskoka Lakes’ new Parks and Trails Standards Manual, this park has been identified for a Development Plan to guide future upgrades – and they want to hear from you!

Join them for a Town Hall & BBQ lunch:
Saturday, July 5, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Milford Bay Community Centre

Bring your ideas and help shape the future of the Milford Bay Community Centre Park!

For more information on the Park Development Plans, visit: https://engagemuskokalakes.ca/park-development-plans

Muskoka Cruises Schedule
2025-07-05 12:00 - 14:50 | Ontario
Check out the cruise schedule of Muskoka Cruises.
12:00pm – Muskoka River Cruise
1:00pm – Lake Rosseau Cruise
1:50pm – Muskoka River Cruise
2:50pm – Lake Rosseau Cruise
For more information regarding times and ticket pricing, click here.

Pirates After Dark: Muskoka's Swashbuckling Soiree
2025-07-05 19:30 - 22:30 | Muskoka Discovery Centre, 275 Steamship Bay Road, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1Z9, Canada
Get ready to party like a pirate under the stars at Muskoka’s Swashbuckling Soirée – a night of adventure, music, and fun!
Pirate Festival: Adults-Only Night at the Muskoka Discovery Centre
Set sail for a night of swashbuckling fun at the Muskoka Discovery Centre’s Adults-Only Pirate Festival! Leave the kids ashore and join them for an evening of music, laughter, and spirited adventure. This special 19+ event is your chance to embrace your inner pirate with great live music, lively entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and fun.
Whether you come decked out in your finest pirate garb or just ready to let loose, you’ll enjoy a night to remember. Their cash bar will be serving up grog and more, so grab a drink, hit the dance floor, and enjoy the festive vibe. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season – pirate style!
Raise your glass, sing a shanty, and make some memories – the adult side of the Pirate Festival awaits!

Pirate Festival Aboard the Wenonah II
2025-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Muskoka Wharf, 821 Bay Street, Gravenhurst
SHIVER ME TIMBERS YE LANDLUBBERS
Rumour has it …there be a festival of scallywag pirate shenanigans on yer horizon so get yer time pieces out and save the date….if ye dares!
SATURDAY JULY 5th and SUNDAY JULY 6th
Heave ho privateers, ready your sails for pirate entertainment, games, magic shows and Davey Jones Locker mischief & tomfoolery!
PLUS PIRATE CRUISES aboard ye good ship Wenonah II:
Saturday July 5th – 10am to 11am
Sunday July 6th – 10:30am to 11:30am and 12pm to 1pm
AHOY! Be on the lookout from the crow’s nest for more details ahead!!

Off The Rock at the Rene Caisse Theatre
2025-07-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Rene Caisse Theatre, Rene Caisse Theatre, Bracebridge
Celebrate Summer, East Coast Style!

Grab your friends and join us for a high-energy night with Off The Rock – North America’s top tribute to Great Big Sea!

This is the ultimate summer party – packed with foot-stompin’ folk, sea shanties, East Coast classics, and all the crowd favourites you know and love. Expect spoon-offs, singalongs, and a night you won’t forget!

Live at The Rene Caisse Theatre on Sunday, July 6.

Tickets here

Let’s kick off summer — Newfoundland style!

Shaggy - The Kee to Bala
2025-07-06 20:00 - 23:00 | The Kee to Bala
A night great reggae, peppered with his chart toppers from the one and only, grammy award winner Shaggy!
Sunday, July 6th
19+ show
Tickets available here

Painting with Jessica: Near Beauty Island
2025-07-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Bobby Orr Community Centre, 7-17 Mary St,, Parry Sound,, ON P2A 1C8, Canada
Get ready for a fun morning of painting with Parry Sound artist Jessica Vergeer! This class is being held at the Bobby Orr Community Centre in Parry Sound on Monday July 7 from 9:30am to 12pm. Registration is limited, so get some friends together and come as a group or don’t hesitate to come out on your own! This is a fun and supportive environment with a focus on art and creativity, first and foremost.
New to painting? Not a problem! This class is perfect for everyone, with Jessica leading you step-by-step through the process of painting this Near Beauty Island scene in acrylic on canvas, from start to finish. All painting supplies are provided and you will leave this class with your finished 10×14 painting!
On the day of the class please arrive at the Bobby Orr Community Centre at least 15 minutes early and head upstairs to the Hart Trophy Room to check in. This room is accessible via elevator if required. Please note that this facility can be very busy on weekends, so please give yourself sufficient time to find parking and make your way to the class. We plan to start the class at 9:30am sharp. Please bring your own beverages or snacks if required.
Jessica’s painting classes are geared to an adult audience; registered minors 12 and older are welcome as long as they are also accompanied by a registered adult parent/guardian and can keep pace with the rest of the class.
Please note that all registrations for this event are first-come first-serve. No cancellation refunds or credit will be issued under any circumstance unless the event is canceled by the organizers. If you cannot attend due to a personal issue, you are welcome to send someone in your place if we are notified in advance.

MiND-AID Fundraiser - Supporting Mental Health in Muskoka
2025-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Ontario
Ever wished you could meet Shania?

Then grab your cowboy hat and get a ticket for our raffle fundraiser! One lucky person is going to win a VIP concert package with these goodies:

A meet and greet with Shania before her show on July 15 at The Theatre at Great Canadian Toronto

Two premium tickets to the show
A copy of “You’re Still the One” handwritten lyrics with original autograph

A copy of autographed “You’re Still the One” sheet music

One 8×10 autographed photo

Tickets are $20 each and the proceeds will go back into our community to support young people with accessing mental health supports.

Get your tickets by July 7 right here: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/mind-aid

Shania Twain Foundation

Trivia at Jack & Stella
2025-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Jack and Stella’s, 1004 Bala Falls Rd, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
On Mondays 6-9PM, join Jack & Stella for Trivia Night along with Adam from Big Dumb Face Trivia!

Teams will be a max of 4. Walk ins welcomed, but booking in advanced is highly recommend.

2nd Annual Summer Gala of Food4Kids Muskoks
2025-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Ontario
Food4Kids Muskoka is excited to be hosting their 2nd annual Summer Gala which will be taking place on Monday, July 7th at Crossroads Restaurant. The evening will feature an incredible culinary experience (not a sit-down dinner), paired with great music, refreshing drinks, and fantastic company.
For more information check out their website here.

Ribbon Cutting with Uptown 75
2025-07-08 17:00 - 17:30 | Uptown 75, 75 Joseph St, Port Carling, ON, P0B1J0, Canada
Ribbon cutting alert! Join us as we welcome Uptown 75 to the community Tuesday, July 8 at 5:00pm. Uptown 75, located at 75 Joseph St, Port Carling, is the HQ of Muskoka Fashion Week, and features luxury fashion and art.

Euchre Night at Windermere Golf and Country Club
2025-07-08 17:45 - 19:00 | Windemere Golf & Country Club, 1012 Golf Ave, Windemere, Ontario, P0B 1P0, Canada
Starting on July 8th, come out to Windermere Golf and Country for Euchre Night at 5:45pm for $25 on TUESDAY nights. Enjoy a dinner at Windermere Golf and Country Club.

Wellness Program at Jack & Stella
2025-07-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Jack and Stella’s, 1004 Bala Falls Rd, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
The Wellness Program at Jack & Stella is back in full force starting July 2nd! Booking is now open for their daily yoga classes led by their amazing instructors Andrea and Hailey. PLUS they are introducing a new Run Club! Join them every Wendesday morning for a 5km led by Josh and Ashleigh!
Booking is now open for Yoga

Bala Plein Air - Muskoka Lakes Museum
2025-07-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Muskoka Lakes Museum
July 9 – Muskoka Lakes Museum, Port Carling
Plant your easel for pleinair in the gardens of the Muskoka Lakes Museum, located in the James Bartleman Island Park in Port Carling. We will meet at 9:00 AM and paint til 12:00 noon. Artists are welcome to tour the museum afterwards – a small admission fee applies.
A plethora of water views on all sides of the Museum building await at this island location. Public washrooms are nearby on the grounds.
GETTING THERE: Port Carling is located on the Indian River between Lake Rosseau and Lake Muskoka. Take Hwy #118 to Port Carling. Google Maps Link Free Parking is available in the town in various lots. Pack light and count on a short walk from your vehicle into the park along the paved path to the Museum.

Fashion Show and Styling Event at Jack & Stella
2025-07-09 14:00 - 18:00 | Jack and Stella’s, 1004 Bala Falls Rd, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Get ready, fashion lovers! Jack& Stella’s Fashion Show & Styling Event is back for it’s 4th year—and it’s bigger, bolder, and more fabulous than ever. Join them for an unforgettable evening where style meets celebration, hosted by Stella’s Closet and their beauty partners from Wink & Wave in collaboration with Brand Experts from Bella Dahl, Velvet, Pistache, Part Two, Pokoloko, and more!
Date: Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Rain Date: Thursday, July 10th
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: 1004 Bala Falls Road – Out back on the iconic Jack & Stella dock
Event Schedule:
• 2:00–3:00 PM – Mocktails & Mingle
• 3:00–3:15 PM – Event Welcome & Introductions
• 3:15–4:00 PM – Live Fashion Show Presentation
• 4:00–6:00 PM – Private Shopping Experience at Stella’s Closet
• 5:00–9:00 PM – Dinner at Stella’s Lounge (optional add-on with ticket)
For more information and how to book your tickets, click here.

Cashmere & Cocktails with Lemonwood
2025-07-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Lori Morris, 97 Joseph St Unit# C203, Port Carling, ON, P0B1J0, Canada
Join Lori Morris in the heart of Muskoka for an exclusive, immersive lifestyle event where fashion and interiors come together in a dream worthy lakeside escape. Wander through her curated Summer House, a boutique style cottage experience where each room tells a story of elegant living, effortless fashion and inspired design.
Guests are invited to explore, shop, sip and be inspired, whether lounging in a glam patio vignette or discovering dreamy wardrobe essentials. This is not just shopping, it’s a lifestyle story.

Night at the Hall Fundraiser with Community Living South Muskoka
2025-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Bracebridge Hall, 17A Manitoba St, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1S4, Canada
We are officially 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐔𝐓 for our Night at The Hall fundraiser!!
Join us Thursday July 10th as we kick off our 𝓢𝓾𝓶𝓶𝓮𝓻 𝓔𝓿𝓮𝓷𝓽 𝓢𝓮𝓻𝓲𝓮𝓼 at the Bracebridge Hall as we Dance for Diversity
Limited tickets available, so get yours before they sell out!!
$20 entry
Start the night with live music featuring The Dunning Butchers and ending it with DJ dance party with Music by Koop
All proceeds go towards our accessible vehicle campaign as we cruise for inclusion
Can’t wait to hit the dance floor with y’all
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/community-living-south-muskoka/events/clsm-night-at-the-hall/

Ribbon Cutting with Duke's Live Music
2025-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Duke Boats Limited, 2 James Bartleman Way, Port Carling, ON, P0B1J0, Canada
A new live music venue is open in Port Carling. This 50 seat gathering location will host incredible live music for small audiences. Wait until you see how intimate this space is, you’ll feel like you are in the artist’s living room. Come and gather inside the old boat shop from 6-7, ribbon cutting at 6:15. RSVP to the Chamber if you will join for the big cut. Then Tobin Spring plays, with doors open at 7, and show at 8pm, tickets available online.

Girls Nite Out - Gravenhurst Opera House
2025-07-10 19:00 - 19:30 | Gravenhurst Opera House
Girls Nite Out stars some of the best and funniest females in CANADA…

Featuring the award-winning comedy stylings of Elvira Kurt, Jennine Profeta, Diana Frances and Karen Parker, you’ll see why they’ve been selling out across the country and making ’em laugh til it hurts. No two shows are the same! With their unique blend of razor-sharp stand-up and interactive improv, they might even make you a star as well! So grab your galpals and come celebrate all things funny and female… And yes, men can come too (we need someone to make fun of!)

Girls Nite Out is an all funny, all female collective of some of Canada’s top improvisers and stand up comediennes. Featuring Elvira Kurt, Jennine Profeta, Diana Frances and Karen Parker, these Canadian Comedy Award Winners, Second City alum and CBC darlings have been selling out across the country with their special brand of girl power humour. So, grab your gal-pals, tell your partner they’re driving, and get ready to laugh – and who knows? You might be part of the show too!
July 10, 2025Doors open at 7 PM; Show begins at 7:30 PMTickets: $35 plus applicable fees & taxes

The Usual Suspects at the Bala Bay Inn
2025-07-10 20:30 - 22:30 | The Bala Bay Inn
Come out to the Bala Bay Inn Thursday July 10th from 8:30pm-10:30pm for a musical performance from The Usual Suspects.

Formed over 15 years ago, this six-piece band delivers a high-energy fusion of rock ‘n’ roll grit inspired by the Rolling Stones, the anthemic edge of The Killers, and the heartfelt twang of country. Known for their electrifying live performances, they blend soulful riffs, infectious melodies from their selection of cover songs that resonate with audiences of all ages. With a knack for turning every gig into a feel-good party, this tight-knit crew guarantees a crowd-pleasing night of music, camaraderie, and unforgettable vibes.

Ladies of the Lake with Walkers Point Marina
2025-07-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Walkers Point Marina, 1035 Marina Road, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1R2, Canada
Come out July 11th for Ladies of the Lake with Walkers Point Marina. From 4-7pm, coached on how to be the captain of your own boat by their wonderful female instructors. From boating basics, navigating the lake, to docking and pulling water skiers they teach it all. Their instructors make sure not only to teach you how to operate your boat but also help you feel comfortable behind the wheel.
For more information and how to sign up, go to https://www.walkerspointmarina.com/events

Dwayne Gretzky - The Kee to Bala
2025-07-11 19:00 - 23:00 | The Kee to Bala
Dwayne Gretzky are Canada’s Greatest party band and a can’t miss live music experience; a 10-piece, dynamic, curated nostalgia trip that captures the unique joy of turning a radio dial and being surprised by the familiar. Celebrating classic pop and rock from Queen to the Cranberries, Dwayne Gretzky has delivered electrifying renditions of over 800 songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s.
Friday July 11
19+ Show
Get Tickets

43rd Annual Vintage Boat Show
2025-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Muskoka Wharf, 821 Bay Street, Gravenhurst
This July the 43rd Vintage boat show is back stronger than ever. The 2023 show brought out an impressive variety of boats, enthusiastic participants and excited crowds. Following last year’s cancellation, this year as we add backing more events and activities all signs indicate that we will certainly exceed previous attendance. The show will have two days of activities for members, participants and the public.
The public are invited to attend this FREE show with plenty to see and do on the Waterfront and Sports Field. We are expecting a great turnout of boats, both wood and glass, filling the slips at the docks with a strong complement of watercraft being displayed on land. And of course, the crowd favourites will be returning, including the Nautical Flea Market, Boats4Sale, and Vendors’ Alley.
New this year is the Vintage and Classic Car Show being held in the Sports Field adjacent to Muskoka Wharf. This event is being organized by the Muskoka Motor Club.

Walk for Guide Dogs with the Port Carling Lions Club
2025-07-12 09:30 - 23:00 | Hanna Park, Bailey St, Port Carling, Ontario, Canada
Port Carling Lions Club’s fundraising Walk for Guide Dogs takes place on Saturday, July 12. Registration at Hanna Park at 9:30. Walk at 10:00 that will take us to the Port Carling Community Centre and back to the park loop. Get sponsors and/or donate to fundraise. Consider participating in this worthy cause that supports the training of service dogs for people in need of support animals whether it be for service, vision assistance, emotional support, diabetes alert, seizure response, hearing, or autism assistance. The trained dogs are life-savers for the recipients and their families. Will you join us?

How can you participate and/or donate?

Information about the Port Carling Walk for Guide Dogs
https://www.walkfordogguides.com/…/PortCarlingPetValuWa…

Information on our webpage: https://www.portcarlinglions.com/community-events-list

Information on Walk For Guide
Dogs website: https://www.walkfordogguides.com/

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Grand Muskoka Cottage Tour on Wenonah II July 12
2025-07-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Ontario
Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience?
THE 2025 GRAND MUSKOKA COTTAGE TOUR
Saturday July 12th – 10am to 6pm aboard Wenonah II
All day cruise includes lunch. Cost -$250 + tax per person
Set sail aboard Wenonah II from Gravenhurst as we explore the full length of Lake Muskoka including Millionaires Row. As we reach Port Carling, the bridge lifts and the ship is greeted by a flotilla of steamship fans, Wenonah will sail through the lock and onto scenic Lake Rosseau. Lunch will be served in the elegance of the ship’s dining room complete with panoramic view. After lunch, Wenonah II will dock at one of the most exclusive island cottages on Lake Rosseau for a private tour of the manicured grounds and the luxuriously appointed summer home. Following the tour, passengers will be treated to afternoon sweets as we ply the waters back to Gravenhurst. This will be a magical Muskoka experience not-to-be-missed. TICKETS ARE LIMITED!
To book online, visit: https://realmuskoka.com/muskoka-steamships/schedule-tickets/ or call or call 1-866-687-6667.
(Photo of Segwun at the Lake Rosseau island location in 2015)

The LRNA Summer Social with Rosseau Lake College
2025-07-12 15:00 - 17:30 | Rosseau Lake College, 1967 Bright St, Rosseau, P0C1J0
You’re Invited to the Social Event of the Summer!
Get ready for our very special fundraiser event:
The LRNA Summer Social
July 12th
Rosseau Lake College
All in support of the Rosseau Memorial Hall Revival Project
Live music, great company, lakeside vibes, and a cause that brings our community together.
Tickets: $100
Sponsorships available – reach out and review your options today!
Stay tuned – more details will be coming your way.
Mark your calendars & keep an eye out!

The Dead South
2025-07-12 20:00 - 23:00 | The Kee to Bala
The Dead South, a gold rush vibing four-piece acoustic set from Saskatchewan, infuse the genre’s traditional trappings with an air of frontier recklessness, whiskey breakfasts and grizzled tin-pan showmanship. Their sound, build on a taut configuration of cello, mandolin, banjo and guitar, speeds like a train past polite definitions of acoustic music into the grittier, rowdier spaces of the bluegrass world.
When: Saturday July 12
Where: The Kee to Bala
Doors 8pm Show 830
Tickets

Leave a Legacy Cruise with Hospice Muskoka
2025-07-13 15:30 - 18:30 | Muskoka Wharf, 821 Bay Street, Gravenhurst
Hospice Muskoka and other local charities invite you to an exclusive Leave a Legacy Cruise – an event designed to inspire, connect, and celebrate the spirit of giving.
As you cruise, you’ll learn about the profound impact of legacy giving and how to include Muskoka charities in your will and estate planning. Their expert speakers will share inspiring stories and practical advice, empowering you to create a lasting impact that aligns with your values.
Enjoy live music, a comedian, and refreshments while connecting with other community members.
Event Details:
Date: July 13th, 2025
Time: 3:30-6:30pm
Location: Wenonah II, Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst
Tickets are limited. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly special. Secure your tickets at https://hospicemuskoka.akaraisin.com/ui/LeaveaLegacyCruise

Euchre Tournament at Jack & Stella
2025-07-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Jack and Stella’s, 1004 Bala Falls Rd, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Grab your partner (or come solo!) and join Jack & Stella for a fun-filled evening of cards, community, and a little friendly competition.
Entry to this event is free.
Tournament Format:
• Progressive Euchre – Each table plays 8 hands total (2 per player)
• First black Jack deals
• Winning team moves up one table and splits
• Losing team stays and splits
• Players record scores & lone hands on provided sheets
• Final round will be called at approximately 8:50 PM
Space may be limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot at the table.
No partner? No problem, we’ll pair you up when you arrive! Prizes, food & drink, and bragging rights await!
RSVP by July 12th
