With the holidays fast approaching, there are lots of new and exciting winter activities taking place all across Muskoka. From annual Christmas shows to the Santa Clause Parade there is plenty to take advantage of and something fun for all ages, families, and couples! Whether you celebrate the holidays or not, Muskoka offers plenty of events to bring you closer to your community!
Here are 5 fun events to check out in Muskoka this month and next!
Huntsville Santa Clause Parade
(photo from discovermuskoka.ca)
On Friday, November 30, Hunstville’s annual Santa Claus Parade will take place at 7 pm. One of the only local parades to run in the evening, allowing spectators to enjoy an illuminated parade, this is one event you won’t want to miss! So dress warm, grab your friends and family and don’t miss this amazing holiday event!
Making Spirits Bright – A Community Tree Lighting
(Photo from pigtownmainstreet.org)
On Sunday, November 25 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM bring your friends and family to the
annual tree lighting ceremony at the Port Sydney Community Hall! This family-fun event is all about creativity! Try your decorating skills at the cookie decorating station, chime in on caroling with live music and don’t forget about your chance to get a selfie with Santa!
Santa’s Moonlight Shopping Party
(Photo from downtownbracebridge.com)
On November 30th experience
Muskoka’s Festival of Lights in downtown Bracebridge. With plenty of fun for the whole family, enjoy wagon rides, campfires, and living window display courtesy of Bracebridge School of Ballet! This is one community event not to be missed!
A Portage Flyer Christmas – Evening Train Ride to Santa
(photo from discovermuskoka.ca)
On Saturday, December, 22nd head over to
Muskoka Heritage Place, Train Station and don’t miss your chance to be surrounded by great holiday spirit! This magical, open-aired coach train takes you along the Muskoka River on a 1km track to Fairy Lake. Once you have arrived at your destination you will be welcomed by a festival of lights and of course Santa! Dress warm and don’t be afraid to join in on a Christmas carol or two!
Christmas Eve Torch Light Parade
(Photo from explorersedge.com)
Be sure not to miss this year’s Torch Light Parade at the
Hidden Valley Highlands. On December 24
th watch Santa ski down, the hill in a beautiful progression of lights in this family-fun event. Be welcomed by Santa back at the chalet and don’t forget about the cookies and bottomless hot chocolate!
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This entry was posted on November 17, 2018 by Jim and Iris
Lesley-Anne Goodfellow