Festivals & Events | | | 2013 | June | Jun 01 | - ORILLIA WIND ENSEMBLE: SOUNDS OF SUMMER
An exciting concert featuring the talents of composer & orchestral/wind symphony conductor, Louie Madrid Calleja! 7:30 pm, St. Paul's United Church, Peter & Coldwater Streets, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | Jun 01- Jun 02 | - 7TH ANNUAL CARDEN NATURE FESTIVAL
A smorgasbord of environmental delights! Guided hikes, birding field trips, wetland tours, fossil hunts, paddling & boat rides on Lake Dalrymple, star gazing, voices of the night, workshops & more! Delicious lunches available! Carden Plain & Carden Recreation Centre, Lake Dalrymple Road, 326-1620 (Registration with The Couchiching Conservancy required) | Jun 01- Jun 22 | - LIGHT AND SHADOW
An exciting exhibit by gallery artists, featuring a variety of styles & media! Zephyr Gallery, Downtown Orillia, 326-0480 | Jun 01- Jun 22 | - ANNUAL ORILLIA STUDENT ART SHOW: THE UP AND COMERS
An exhibition of inspiring, innovative & experimental art projects by students from Orillia high schools! Zephyr Gallery, Downtown Orillia, 326-0480 | Jun 01- Jun 02 | - SADIE FLYNN COMES TO BIG OAK: A NORM FOSTER COMEDY
Released from prison, Sadie Flynn gets off the bus & makes her new home in the town of Big Oak. Soon after, strange things begin to happen! The Garage Door Players, St. James' Anglican Church, Peter & Coldwater Streets, 329-7282 or 329-0518 (Sat: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Sun: 2:00 pm / Complimentary beverages & dessert) | Jun 01 | - ORILLIA PSYCHIC FAIR & GIFT SHOW
Psychics, tea & tarot readers, holistic healers, counsellors, spiritualists & more! Variety of vendors, artisans & crafters! 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Orillia Masonic Temple, 24 James Street East, 327-5428 (Free admission / light lunch & refreshments available) | Jun 01 | - GEORGIAN BAY SCHOOL OF DANCE YEAR END PERFORMANCE
Upbeat & entertaining student performances in jazz, lyrical, tap, hip hop & musical theatre! 1:30 & 6:30 pm, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | Jun 01 | - QUEENSRYCHE & GEOFF TATE
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 02 | - NINO D'ANGELO
8:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 03 | - SENIORS' FAIR
Community groups & businesses provide information on services & products for seniors. Live music, discounts & giveaways throughout the day! 9:30 am - 5:00 pm, Orillia Square Mall, 325-2366 | Jun 06- Jun 09 | - 31ST ANNUAL SPRING AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET
Cars & parts as far as the eye can see! Collectibles, classics, hard to find parts, car sales corral, auto auction, live entertainment, good food & more! Burl's Creek Event Park, Oro-Medonte 8th Line off Hwy. 11, half-way between Orillia & Barrie, 705-487-3663 | Jun 06 | - BILLY IDOL
8:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 07- Jun 09 | - SPRING BOAT, COTTAGE & OUTDOOR SHOW
Great in-water selection of new & pre-owned private & dealer boats, cottage & outdoor product displays, marine safety demonstrations, variety of vendors & more! Port of Orillia & waterfront parks, Lake Couchiching, 326-4424 or 1-888-326-4424 (Fri: Noon - 9:00 pm / Sat: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm / Sun: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm) | Jun 07- Jun 09 | - ORILLIA SPRING BLUES FESTIVAL
Exciting live blues at Orillia restaurants, pubs, & waterfront park stage & beer garden! Exceptional lineup includes Juno Award winner Murray Porter with The Pappy John's Band; The Ronnie Douglas Band; Doc MacLean, & the fabulous Lowrider Band! Downtown Orillia & Couchiching Beach Park, 326-9284 (Fri: 5:00 pm - Midnight / Sat: 1:00 pm - Midnight / Sun: Noon - 5:00 pm / Free shuttle Sat. from 4:00 - 10:00 pm between Downtown & Main Stage) | Jun 07- Jun 08 | - GIVE IT UP!
Mariposa Dance Company year end showcase of talent! An exciting, action filled student performance! Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Fri: 7:00 pm / Sat: 1:00 pm) | Jun 07 | - GABRIEL IGLESIAS
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 08- Jun 09 | - WHEELS & TRACKS IN MOTION!
Historical construction equipment in action! Displays, vintage vehicles, collectables, demonstrations, vendors & more! 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Simcoe County Museum, Hwy. 26, Minesing, 705-728-3721 | Jun 08 | - ONTARIO LUMBERJACK CHAMPIONSHIPS
Professional lumberjacks from across North America, including local Canadian Lumberjack Champion Cecil Starr, compete for $4,500 in prize money & more! Vendor market, beer tent, great audience prizes, evening pig roast with live music! Hosted by Brechin Community Centre Board, Brechin Ball Park, Conc. Road 4 West of Hwy. 12, 705-345-9177 (Competitions: 11:00 am - 5:30 pm / Awards: 5:45 pm / Pig Roast: 6:00 - 9:00 pm) | Jun 08 | - GRAND FUNK RAILROAD & WAR
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 09 | - CHAMBER MUSIC ORILLIA: SOUND THE TRUMPET!
Lyrical, ceremonial, contemporary, virtuosic & exciting music for trumpet, piano & organ! 3:00 pm, St. James' Anglican Church, Peter & Coldwater Streets, 705-833-2202 | Jun 09 | - LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED
Orillia Dance Academy year end recital! The love of dance, country, life & seasons is expressed through ballet, modern, tap, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, lyrical & musical theatre! 3:00 pm, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | Jun 11- Jul 12 | - SUMMER THEATRE: THE 39 STEPS
A juicy spy novel turned classic Hitchcock film turned theatrical masterpiece of visual humour & fast-paced whodunit! A bored man meets a mysterious woman who gets murdered in his flat & a nationwide manhunt climaxes in a death-defying finale! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Sat. July 06: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Jun 14- Jun 16 | - 35TH ANNIVERSARY RIDE FOR SIGHT: MOTORCYCLISTS FIGHTING BLINDNESS!
The longest running motorcycle charity fundraiser in Canada! Traditional motorcycle parade Saturday, live concerts, including platinum selling band Big Sugar, demo rides, bike games, show & shine, vendor marketplace & more! Proceeds to Foundation Fighting Blindness, funding research for retinal degeneration blindness, Tudhope Park, on the shores of Lake Couchiching, 1-800-461-3331 (Event open to all, with requirement to raise a minimum of $75) | Jun 14 | - PETER FRAMPTON'S GUITAR CIRCUS
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 14- Jun 15 | - CAN-AM SPYDER DEMO TOUR
Experience the exciting new line-up of Can-Am Spyder Roadsters! Pre-register to reserve a free test ride! Orillia Square Mall, 325-2366 | Jun 15 | - THE OFFSPRING
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 15- Jun 16 | - FAME - THE MUSICAL
Based on the celebrated musical film, this powerful theatre production tells the bittersweet & inspiring story of a diverse group of students, some fame-obsessed, attending New York's High School of Performing Arts! Duck Soup Productions, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Sat: 2:00 & 7:00 pm / Sun: 2:00 pm) | Jun 16 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Orillia Silver Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Jun 21 | - NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY
A spectacular musical adventure from Juno award winning musician Vince Fontaine, Indian City! 9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 22 | - CHRISTMAS IN JUNE
Large boater rendezvous & fabulous decorated boat contest, free to viewing public! Port of Orillia, Lake Couchiching, 326-4424 or 1-888-326-4424 | Jun 22 | - STREETS ALIVE! LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART CELEBRATION
Orillia's incredible 2013 Streets Alive! outdoor art project, Letters of Orillia, is unveiled! City streets come alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists! Live entertainment, meet the artists & more! Downtown Orillia, 327-5093 | Jun 22- Oct 15 | - STREETS ALIVE! LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART EXHIBIT
City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists! Downtown Orillia, 327-5093 | Jun 22 | - CHARLEY PRIDE
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 22- Jun 23 | - COLDWATER & AREA STUDIO TOUR
A self-guided studio tour showcasing the imaginative & creative works of thirty-nine area artists & artisans! 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, 325-6094 (Brochure & map available at venues & Orillia District Chamber of Commerce) | Jun 22- Jun 23 | - CANADIAN ALL TRUCK NATIONALS
Show & Shine contest, truck & tractor pull featuring pro-modified diesels, single engine modified tractors & super modified 4-wheel drives! Burl's Creek Event Park, Oro-Medonte 8th Line off Hwy. 11, half-way between Orillia & Barrie, 705-487-3663 | Jun 22 | - BLUE SUEDE SHOES REVIEW
A tribute to Elvis, Buddy & Jerry Lee Lewis with the Casino Brothers Band! Fundraiser for Orillia Crime Stoppers, 8:00 pm, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | Jun 23 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Metropolitan Toronto Silver Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Jun 25- Aug 10 | - ENDLESS SUMMER XIII: COLOUR
Gallery artists present paintings & mixed media pieces inspired by the colours of summer! Zephyr Gallery, Downtown Orillia, 326-0480 | Jun 26 | - MOVIES IN THE PARK: KING KONG
Masterfully restored in magnificent black & white, this 1933 cinema classic is an iconic adventure! Presented by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture in partnership with Lakehead University, 9:30 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 325-4283 (Some scenes may be too intense for children) | Jun 29 | - THE GRAPES OF WRATH & ODDS
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jun 30 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Orillia Wind Ensemble, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | July | Jul 01 | - ORILLIA CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS
A fun-filled family day! Midway, Children's Village, parade Downtown, craft & food vendors, live entertainment, giant birthday cake & more! Fabulous fireworks at dusk! Couchiching Beach Park, 326-7743 | Jul 01- Oct 15 | - STREETS ALIVE! LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART EXHIBIT
City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists! Downtown Orillia, 327-5093 | Jul 01- Jul 12 | - SUMMER THEATRE: THE 39 STEPS
A juicy spy novel turned classic Hitchcock film turned theatrical masterpiece of visual humour & fast-paced whodunit! A bored man meets a mysterious woman who gets murdered in his flat & a nationwide manhunt climaxes in a death-defying finale! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Sat: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Jul 01- Aug 10 | - ENDLESS SUMMER XIII: COLOUR
Gallery artists present paintings & mixed media pieces inspired by the colours of summer! Zephyr Gallery, Downtown Orillia, 326-0480 | Jul 04 | - ALICE COOPER
8:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jul 05- Jul 07 | - MARIPOSA FOLK FESTIVAL
Thrilling audiences for over 50 years with an incredible weekend of music! Fantastic lineup includes Kathleen Edwards, Randy Bachman with The Sadies & folk legend, Arlo Guthrie! Emporium, artisans' village, kids' folkplay area, great food, beer tent & more! Tudhope Park, on the shores of Lake Couchiching, 326-3655 | Jul 06- Jul 14 | - ONTARIO FAMILY FISHING WEEK
Licence-free fishing week throughout Ontario for Canadian residents! Local fishing events & festivals across the province! 705-748-6324, Ext. 240 or 254 (Non-licenced anglers required to abide by Conservation Licence limits in Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary) | Jul 06 | - COLLECTIVE SOUL
9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jul 07 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Northdale Concert Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Jul 13 | - CLASSIC CAR & BOAT SHOW
Fabulous display of vintage & classic cars & boats! 50's/60's DJ Wild Willie, 50/50 draw, prizes & trophies! Presented by Ramara Chamber of Commerce, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Crate's Marina, Lagoon City, 705-484-2141 | Jul 13- Jul 14 | - 6TH ANNUAL ART ON THE SEVERN JURIED ART SHOW & SALE
An exciting & innovative mixed media art presentation by select artists from the area & across the province! BBQ & refreshments available! Washago Community Centre, 705-323-6424 (Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm / Sun: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm) | Jul 14 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Barrie Concert Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Jul 16- Aug 09 | - SUMMER THEATRE: FOREVER PLAID
Killed in a car crash on the way to their first big gig, a 1950's quartet of high school chums returns from the afterlife to put on the show that never was! In the closest of harmony, with charmingly outlandish choreography, The Plaids perform some of the greatest hits of the 1950's! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Sat. July 20: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Jul 16 | - FAME - THE MUSICAL
Based on the celebrated musical film, this powerful theatre production tells the bittersweet & inspiring story of a diverse group of students, some fame-obsessed, attending New York's High School of Performing Arts! Duck Soup Productions, 7:00 pm, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | Jul 17 | - MOVIES IN THE PARK: NEIL YOUNG - JOURNEYS
An amazing film by Johnathan Demme, weaving stories recounted by Young on a drive from Omemee to Massey Hall during his 2011 Solo World Tour with live performances of his mesmerizing music! Presented by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture in partnership with Lakehead University! 9:30 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 325-4283 (Arrive early for seating or bring a lawn chair) | Jul 19- Jul 21 | - 36TH ANNUAL ORILLIA SCOTTISH FESTIVAL
A Scottish celebration! Ceilidh at Orillia Legion Friday & Sunday; parade Downtown at Noon, pipe & drum competitions, entertainment & vendors at Couchiching Beach Park Saturday! Buy a button & support the Festival! Royal Canadian Legion, Mississaga Street East at waterfront, 325-8442 | Jul 21 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Skyliners Big Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Jul 23- Jul 28 | - LEACOCK SUMMER FESTIVAL
Ontario's largest summer literary festival, featuring award-winning authors & emerging writers! Readings, performances, dinners & special events! Leacock Museum National Historic Site, 50 Museum Drive, 329-1908 | Jul 23 | - FAME - THE MUSICAL
Based on the celebrated musical film, this powerful theatre production tells the bittersweet & inspiring story of a diverse group of students, some fame-obsessed, attending New York's High School of Performing Arts! Duck Soup Productions, 7:00 pm, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | Jul 27 | - WHITESNAKE: YEAR OF THE SNAKE WORLD TOUR
Voted one of the Top 100 Greatest Rock Bands of All Time by VH1! 9:00 pm, Casino Rama, 1-800-832-7529, TicketMaster locations & ticketmaster.ca | Jul 28 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Weston Silver Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Jul 30 | - FAME - THE MUSICAL
Based on the celebrated musical film, this powerful theatre production tells the bittersweet & inspiring story of a diverse group of students, some fame-obsessed, attending New York's High School of Performing Arts! Duck Soup Productions, 7:00 pm, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 | August | Aug 01- Oct 15 | - STREETS ALIVE! LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART EXHIBIT
City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists! Downtown Orillia, 327-5093 | Aug 01- Aug 09 | - SUMMER THEATRE: FOREVER PLAID
Killed in a car crash on the way to their first big gig, a 1950's quartet of high school chums returns from the afterlife to put on the show that never was! In the closest of harmony, with charmingly outlandish choreography, The Plaids perform some of the greatest hits of the 1950's! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Sat. Aug. 03: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Aug 01- Aug 10 | - ENDLESS SUMMER XIII: COLOUR
Gallery artists present paintings & mixed media pieces inspired by the colours of summer! Zephyr Gallery, Downtown Orillia, 326-0480 | Aug 02- Aug 05 | - ROTARY-LIONS ANNUAL FUNFEST
Midway, games & variety of vendors! Great fun for the whole family! Couchiching Beach Park, 705-323-5925 | Aug 04 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Newmarket Citizens Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Aug 09- Aug 11 | - ORILLIA WATERFRONT FESTIVAL
Fun for all ages! In-water boat show, cottage & outdoor products, variety of vendors, water ski shows, Kiwanis beer garden, great entertainment & more! Hilarious Cardboard Boat Race Sunday at Noon! Port of Orillia & waterfront parks, Lake Couchiching, 326-4424 or 1-888-326-4424 (Fri: Noon - 9:00 pm / Sat: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm / Sun: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm) | Aug 09- Aug 11 | - GREAT LEGENDS AT THE LEGION
A weekend of tributes to the greats! Celebrate the hits of Elvis, Buddy, Dean, Connie & more! Friday & Saturday BBQ's. Everyone welcome! Royal Canadian Legion, Mississaga Street East at waterfront, 325-8442 | Aug 10 | - ANNUAL SUN CITY SWIM
Lake Couchiching 1 km try-swim & 4 km swim from Fern Resort to Couchiching Beach Park! Meet celebrity participant, 14 year old Annaleise Carr, the youngest person to swim across Lake Ontario! Proceeds to Orillia Solders' Memorial Hospital Foundation, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, 8:00 am, Fern Resort, 325-6464 (Swim kit pick-up: 6:15 - 7:30 am) | Aug 11 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Whitby Brass Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Aug 13- Sep 13 | - SUMMER THEATRE: SAME TIME NEXT YEAR
A delicious comedy portraying the complexities of human relationships & phenomenon of love! Doris & George, married to others, meet by chance on separate business trips & rendezvous once a year for 26 years, connecting beyond the initial spark of passion! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (For ages 16 & older / Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Sat. Aug. 17: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Aug 14 | - MOVIES IN THE PARK: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
This kinky, 1975 rock'n'roll science fiction horror satire is probably the oddest, most off-the-wall cult film ever made! Presented by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture in partnership with Lakehead University, 9:30 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 325-4283 (Recommended for ages 16 & older) | Aug 17 | - 15TH ANNUAL CLASSIC CAR SHOW
A dazzling display of over 400 classic cars line Orillia's Downtown streets! Harley Davidson motorcycle exhibit, live 50's/60's bands all day, evening concert, great dining & shopping! Downtown Orillia, 325-3261 (Show: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm / Concert: 9:00 pm / Free parking in Downtown lots) | Aug 18 | - ORILLIA TRIATHLON & DUATHLON: SWIM / BIKE / RUN
Subaru Triathlon Series organized by World Endurance Canada! Triathlon, duathlon, swim/bike, chariot try-a-tri for beginners to accomplished athletes! Couchiching Beach Park, 905-562-6670 | Aug 18 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Skyliners Big Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Aug 24 | - 9TH ANNUAL STARRY NIGHT GALLERY & STUDIO TOUR
A magical evening of art & music! Experience Orillia's vibrant arts community & meet local artists in their galleries & studios! Live music in a variety of venues, restaurants & on the streets! 7:00 - 11:00 pm, Downtown Orillia, 325-7205 | Aug 24- Aug 25 | - CHIPPEWAS OF RAMA FIRST NATION POW WOW
A celebration of competition singing & dancing, delicious food & traditional crafts! Everyone welcome! 5884 Rama Road, across from Casino Rama, 325-3611, Ext. 1299 (Grand Entry: 1:00 & 7:00 pm Sat. / 12:30 pm Sun.) | Aug 25 | - SUNDAY EVENING BAND CONCERT
Markham Concert Band, sponsored by Orillia Parks, Recreation & Culture with thanks to Champlain Seniors Service Club! 7:00 pm, Rotary Aqua Theatre, Couchiching Beach Park, 329-7250 (Rain location: Orillia City Centre) | Aug 29- Aug 31 | - THE INCREDIBLE WORLD OF BUGS!
A spectacular & enlightening exhibit of butterflies & bugs from around the world! Learn how these creatures contribute to our lives & environment, & help ensure our future! Presented by Orkin Canada, Orillia Square Mall, 325-2366 | September | Sep 01- Oct 15 | - STREETS ALIVE! LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART EXHIBIT
City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists! Downtown Orillia, 327-5093 | Sep 01- Sep 13 | - SUMMER THEATRE: SAME TIME NEXT YEAR
A delicious comedy portraying the complexities of human relationships & phenomenon of love! Doris & George, married to others, meet by chance on separate business trips & rendezvous once a year for 26 years, connecting beyond the initial spark of passion! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (For ages 16 & older / Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Sep 05- Sep 08 | - 43RD ANNUAL FALL AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET
Cars & parts as far as the eye can see! Collectibles, classics, hard to find parts, car sales corral, auto auction, live entertainment, good food & more! Burl's Creek Event Park, Oro-Medonte 8th Line off Hwy. 11, half-way between Orillia & Barrie, 705-487-3663 | Sep 06- Sep 08 | - 163RD ORILLIA FALL FAIR
Three days of fun & events for all ages! Midway, demolition derby, horse & tractor pulls, horse shows & competitions, animal exhibits, crops & crafts competitions, singing contest, live music every day & more! ODAS Park, Fairgrounds Road off Hwy. 12 West, 325-0353 | Sep 06 | - PEDAL FOR THE PAST: FRIENDS OF THE OPP MUSEUM
Scenic 50 or 100 km bike ride on paved roads through Oro-Medonte, or 25 km ride on historic Oro-Medonte Rail Trail! Hydration stations & complimentary BBQ with prize draws for participants! Proceeds to Friends & OPP Museum for preservation of OPP history & its place in Ontario heritage, 705-330-4178 (Departs OPP Headquarters at 11:00 am) | Sep 13- Sep 14 | - 161ST ORO WORLD'S FAIR
Midway, demolition derby, classic car show, ATV & tractor pulls, horse & pony shows, school & seniors' fairs, talent show & more! Oro-Medonte Fairgrounds, 7th Line & 15/16 Sideroad East, Hawkestone, 705-487-1753 | Sep 17- Sep 27 | - SUMMER THEATRE: THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)
London's longest running comedy! A roller coaster ride through all 37 of The Bard's plays in 97 minutes! LaughOutLoud Theatre, Orillia Opera House, 326-8011 or 1-888-674-5542 (Tues: 2:00 pm / Wed. - Thurs: 2:00 & 8:00 pm / Fri: 8:00 pm / Group & Season Flex Pac rates available) | Sep 20- Sep 21 | - 7TH ANNUAL ORILLIA BEATLES CELEBRATION
A jam-packed festival celebrating the world's greatest rock & roll band! Beatles tribute artists, Beatles vendors, films, outdoor stages, street dance & more! Downtown Orillia, 325-4283 | Sep 21 | - 8TH ANNUAL ORILLIA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
A parade of colourful dragon boats & friendly, competitive atmosphere create a fun & exciting racing event, raising funds for good causes! Cultural exhibits & children's activities complement this 2,400 year old tradition! Presented by Rotary Club of Orillia-Lake Country, Couchiching Beach Park, 325-1386 | October | Oct 01- Oct 15 | - STREETS ALIVE! LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART EXHIBIT
City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists! Downtown Orillia, 327-5093 | Oct 11- Oct 14 | - 30TH ANNUAL IMAGES THANKSGIVING STUDIO TOUR
A self-guided studio tour & juried presentation of works by over thirty of the area's finest artists & craftspeople! 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Orillia, Barrie & surrounding area, 327-3363 (Brochure & map available at venues, Orillia District Chamber of Commerce & various locations throughout Simcoe County) | Oct 18- Oct 20 | - 23RD ANNUAL ORILLIA JAZZ FESTIVAL
A weekend of fabulous live jazz at Orillia restaurants, pubs & other great venues! Free shuttle service Friday & Saturday from 6:00 pm to Midnight! 329-2535 (Reservations recommended for evening dining) | November | Nov 22 | - CHILDREN'S CANDLELIGHT PARADE & TREE LIGHTING
Hundreds of children, led by the Town Crier, carry glow lights & carol through Downtown to turn on the giant Opera House Christmas tree & light the way for Santa! Free cookies & hot chocolate! 7:00 pm, Downtown Orillia, 325-3261 (Mississaga Street, from Legion to Opera House) | Nov 24 | - ORILLIA SANTA CLAUS PARADE
One of the largest Christmas parades North of Toronto! Over 100 floats, bands & Santa himself celebrate Christmas Wishes! 1:00 pm, Downtown Orillia, 326-4424 or 1-888-326-4424 (Centennial Drive to Front to Colborne to Volunteer Drive to Mississaga to Centennial / Non-perishable food collection by Big Brothers-Big Sisters for Orillia Sharing Place Food Bank / Bucket Brigade collection by Orillia Kiwanis Club in support of a great parade / Free parking in Downtown lots) | | |
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