Bring the Christmas spirit to life as we light up the downtown!
Join the countdown to light the Opera House tree, enjoy free hot chocolate & treats plus meet SANTA!
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Horse & Wagon Rides
Hop aboard a free horse drawn wagon rides at the Pizza Pizza intersection between 1- 3 pm. Explore the Downtown and take a trip back in time as you get into the Christmas spirit!
Rides occur on December 7, 14 & 21 @ 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
Mariposa Folk Festival Downtown Stage
Orillia’s largest festival is once again featuring Mariposa Folk Festival’s Showcase Winners on the FREE Downtown Stage!
Come check out Showcase winning acts, bring the kids and enjoy Mariposa inspired crafts and activities and get into the Mariposa Folk spirit in Downtown Orillia!
Orillia Santa Claus Parade
The largest Christmas parade north of Toronto! Help welcome Santa as over 100 floats and bands lead the way for him through Downtown Orillia.
How-To Festival
The How-To Festival is back for 2019 and will be held on Saturday, September 28! Drop by the Library between 10:00 and 2:00 p.m. to learn 40 skills in four hours! Sessions include How to be Active & Enjoy the Benefits, How to Build a Rain Garden, How to do Yoga in 6 Easy Moves, How To Appreciate Chocolate and more! Great for the whole family! Free!”
To view the program schedule visit www.orilliapubliclibrary.ca/en/programs-events/resources/Brochure-2019—print-me.pdf
For more information visit www.orilliapubliclibrary.ca/en/programs-events/how-to-festival.aspx
Port of Orillia Pirate Party
Get your best pirate costume on and join the Port of Orillia’s second annual Port of Orillia Pirate Party! Live entertainment, a treasure hunt through Downtown Orillia, and “Walk the Plank” at Couchiching Beach Park presented by the Orillia District Chamber of Commerce.