Cranberry Harvest
September 23 – October 31
Bala is undoubtedly the Cranberry Capital of Ontario, and they celebrate their staple product throughout its harvest. The harvest brings new meaning to fall colours, and you are sure to see an abundance of oranges, yellows and (cranberry) reds around the marsh. Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery invites you to their farm throughout the harvest, with three tours daily, wine tasting, shopping, tasting, hiking, wagon rides, helicopter rides, and the ever popular photo opp of you walking in the berries (The photo opp is available September 30 – October 15, and October 21 – 22.)! Click here for more information
Bala Cranberry Festival
October 13 – 15
Always celebrated the weekend after Thanksgiving, the Bala Cranberry Festival has welcomed over 500,000 festival goers over the last 30 years. Tens of thousands flock every year to Bala to partake in some sweet fun with their favourite tart berry. Cruise the streets of beautiful Bala during Fall’s Golden Encore, indulge in delicious cranberry inspired dishes, start your Christmas shopping early with the many preeminent vendors and artists, take a tour out at the cranberry marsh and enjoy one of the world’s most delectable fall harvest festivals (Amex Essentials Travel) ! Click here for more information
Chuck Hughes’ Culinary Road Trip to Muskoka
October 20 -22
Chuck Hughes, and star of Food Network Canada show s Chuck & Danny’s Road Trip, Chuck’s Day Off, and Chuck’s Week Off , is road tripping to Muskoka for a jam-packed culinary weekend like no other . Enjoy live music , amazing eats, outdoor adventures and classic campfires. Get ready to mix the chill vibes of cottage country with the edgier urban feel of Chuck Hughes. Click here for more information
Food & Wine Pairing Weekend at Sherwood Inn
November 3 – 5
For decades Sherwood Inn has been known for its Muskoka fine dining, Muskoka inspired cuisine, and wine, with their extensive wine cellar having won multiple Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence. Join them for an unforgettable Muskoka culinary and wine weekend featuring the talents of their Chef’s from Sherwood Inn, Rocky Crest Golf Resort, and Water’s Edge. Click here for more information
Huntsville Girlfriends Getaway Weekend
November 10 – 12
Join us in Huntsville for a revitalizing and exciting weekend full of fun, fashion, live music, food and shopping with your best gal pals and all of the extraordinary women in your life! This year’s headliner is Canada’s own Sass Jordan. The weekend is packed with fun including country concerts, cooking demos, and the popular stage play Vagina Monologues. Click here for more information
Muskoka Arts and Crafts’ Christmas Show and Sale
November 18 – 20
Muskoka Arts & Crafts’ 37th Annual Christmas Show & Sale has Santa’s Ho Ho Ho stamp of approval. The 37th Annual Christmas Show & Sale features twenty-seven festive exhibitors selling hand made work that’s perfect for gift giving. As Christmas nears, you’ll need to shop for your dears so put on a smile and meet up with some of Muskoka’s top artists. Click here for more information
More can’t miss Fall Events
Rosseau Pumpkin Fest
October 7
Great Muskoka Paddling Experience
October 7
Thanksgiving Open House at Muskoka Lakes Museum
October 7 – 8
4th Annual Muskoka Independent Film Festival
October 27 – 28
Let the Spirits Rise in Gravenhurst
October 28
Umpteenth Annual Great Pumpkin Trail
October 31
Looking to plan your fall getaway to Muskoka? Book an accommodation now!