Muskoka Holiday Event Guide

November 15 – December 24

What’s happening during the holidays in Muskoka? Look no further.

6 weeks until Christmas and over 20 holiday events happening across Muskoka.

Save this guide for festivals, parades and markets you don’t want to miss .

• • Dwight Farmers’ Market – Nov 16 will hold their 3rd Annual Christmas Market at Lake of Bays Garden Centre.
    Their will be many vendors, Santa Claus, live music, food trucks and kid’s games. Learn more
  • Muskoka Arts & Crafts Market: November 8 – December 8 Join Muskoka Arts & Crafts at The Chapel Gallery for our 2023 Holiday Market! We will have local musicians playing Holiday music, food & drinks by tickets, face painting, children’s craft table & an opportunity for family holiday photos with a custom MAC backdrop.  Learn more
  • Bala Parade: November 16 Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa will be here starting at 1pm in front of The Kee to Bala. Free ice skating follows at the Bala Arena. Learn more
  • Pratt’s Christmas Market: November 16 Pratt’s Christmas Market has even more  vendors then last year’s event. This is the perfect chance to get a head start on your Christmas shopping. Learn more
  • Bracebridge Festival of Lights: November 22 – Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Bracebridge from 6pm – 9pm Enjoy some great shopping, sing along to Christmas carols , visit with Santa and check out the trackless train for the kids Learn more
  • Gateway to the Holidays Kick-off Event: Come to the Muskoka Wharf on November 22 for the official tree lighting, holiday shopping, pet fashion show, and more. Add your home or business to the popular Holiday Lights Road Map (with prizes!), and shop ‘til you drop at the fantastic holiday markets throughout Gravenhurst. Learn more
  • The Shipyards Muskoka Marketplace will be open late November 22 and will offer ballots for purchases. Prizes will be drawn every 1/2 hour during the event.
  • Christmas Market at Lake of Bays Garden Centre: November 18 The greenhouses will be bustling with vendors, as well as a large group of vendors braving whatever weather comes our way in our outdoor vendor space. Learn more
  • Experience the Magic of Muskoka Christmas at Santa’s Village!: November 16-December 23 Immerse yourself in the wonder and joy of the holiday season with their brand-new, breathtaking 𝐃𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖– a dazzling display lighting up the night sky like never before!
    Feel the magic in the air and create cherished memories with your loved ones. This is a holiday experience you won’t want to miss!
    Open weekends Nov. 16th-December 23rd from 2-7pm. December 18-20 from 4-8pm. Learn More
  • Sawdust City Brewing Co: Holiday Market November 23: Have some holiday shopping to do. Sawdust City Brewing Co. is having a holiday market 11AM-5PM. You can browse through crafts, gifts, jewellery, home decor and so much more.
  • Muskoka Discovery Centre will host a festive Christmas Market on November 22nd from 1pm to 8pm, November 23rd from 10am to 4pm, and November 24th from 10am to 4pm. Additionally, you can bring your pets to have their picture taken with Santa on November 24th from 1pm to 3pm. Join us for a variety of vendors and fun activities. Admission to the market is by donation. Don’t miss this fantastic event to kick off the holiday season!
  • Gravenhurst Parade: The 71st Annual Santa Claus Parade will start at 11am November 23. This year they will honor classic holiday movies. Learn more
  • Making Spirits Bright ~ A Community Tree Lighting: Join in the fun November 24th 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Port Sydney Community Hall. There will be games, crafts, soup + Sammie buffet and silent auction. Have questions?
  • On Friday, November 29th  the Downtown Huntsville BIA is pleased to present our Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in beautiful Kent Park. Learn more
  • Huntsville Parade: November 29 The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Rotary Club presents the Huntsville Santa Claus Parade! One of the only local parades to run in the evening, allowing spectators to enjoy an illuminated parade.  Learn more
  • Christmas Market at Rawley Resort: Join Rawley Resort for a cozy, enchanting Christmas Market filled with holiday cheer! Featuring local vendors offering unique gifts, treats, and holiday treasures. Learn more
  • Canvas Brewing Hoppy Market: The Canvas Hoppy Holiday Market is back Nov 30th & Dec 1st. With over 40 local vendors! We’ve got something for everyone on your list. Grab a pint, seasonal cocktail or a gourmet Hot Chocolate at the bar an.  Learn more
  • 4th Annual Muskoka Market: Huntsville Holiday Edition! They are working with local partners to bring our community together to shop local and take part in some holiday cheer on Saturday, November 30th from 11AM to 8PM.  Learn more
  • CPKC Holiday Train: November 30 CPKC Holiday Train (formerly the renowned CP Holiday Train) is roaring back to Mactier to commemorate its remarkable 26th season. Learn more
  • Port Carling Parade: The Port Carling Lions Club Santa Claus parade is November 30. This is a night parade starting at 6:30pm.  Learn more
  • Bracebridge Parade: December 6 The Rotary Club of Bracebridge Muskoka Lakes is proud to host the 2024 Bracebridge Santa Claus Parade on Friday December 1st starting at 6PM. Learn more
  • Visit the Lighting of the Bressette Homestead Heritage Park in Port Severn on December 6th from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Admission is FREE. Learn more 
• Bala’s Trek to Bethlehem: December 7 Follow the journey of Joseph and Mary on their first Christmas. A family event with refreshments at the end of the walk.  Learn more 
• Port Severn, Honey Harbour, Severn Township Santa Claus Parade will be held in Honey Harbour. The Route: Honey Harbour Road, Muskoka #5 starting at Violet Drive and ending at Community Centre Drive December 7th starting at 1pm.
• Come to Baysville December 8th. Santa Claus is coming to town! Parade starting at 1pm. Learn more
• The Barra MacNeils – An East Coast Christmas December 12, is a musical potpourri of traditional MacNeil family favourites gleaned from Christmas ceilidhs, midnight masses and the general festive frolic that accompanies each holiday season. With their captivating vocals, distinctive harmonies and extraordinary musicianship. Learn more
• Good Lovelies’ annual Christmas tour comes to Huntsville December 13, bringing classic holiday songs, timeless winter selections and original Good Lovelies material to the Algonquin Theatre stage. Learn more
• Tales of the Nutcracker: December 14-15 Gravenhurst Opera House and Just 4 Kicks Academy of Dance are proud to present The Tales of the Nutcracker. Learn more
• Abba Revisited Christmas Show will be at the Gravenhurst Opera House December 18. They will include many holiday songs you have come to know and love.  Learn more
•  Train to Santa: December 21 The Portage Flyer locomotive and authentic coaches have a thousand lights. Enjoy a cup of free hot chocolate and cookies (while supplies last) and sing along to the carols while you wait to board the train. Once on board, you will gently ride alongside the Muskoka River to The Purser’s Cabin. Santa is waiting to hear “your side of the story”. If you want to stay longer, you can always catch the next train back. Learn more
• Torchlight Parade at Hidden Valley Ski Area: December 24 An annual family-friendly favourite, the Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade can be viewed from the Chalet or the base of the Flying Dutchman. Watch our Snow School instructors and Ski Patrollers descend the Flying Dutchman carrying brightly lit torches in a beautiful procession of lights. Santa even joins in the Parade (you didn’t know he could ski, did you?). There will be children’s activities and live entertainment. Learn more