Upcoming Events
Streets Alive! Pedal Powered
June 15th-October 20th, 2019 in Downtown Orillia
Orillia’s very own living art program, Streets Alive!, kicks off for another great season of dazzling art pieces. This year’s theme is pedal power, featuring decorated bikes of all kind.
Surfin Safari-The Ultimate Beach Party Show
August 24th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaSurfin Safari-The Ultimate Beach Party Show
Bill Culp Productions is pleased to bring you this musical tribute with an outstanding live band as you hear the music of Jimmy Buffet, Frankie Avalon, Jan & Dean, The Ventures, and of course The Beach Boys!
Starry Night Art & Gallery Tour
August 24th, 2019 in Downtown Orillia
Experience Downtown Orillia’s vibrant arts community and meet local artists in their studios and at host galleries, all under the starry sky!
Port of Orillia Pirate Party
August 31st-September 1st, 2019 in Downtown Orillia
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.
Downtown Farm to Table Dinner
Downtown Orillia
Please note this event is now SOLD OUT! Thank you for your continued support of our Farm to Table Dinner!
Join us on the main street in Downtown Orillia and enjoy a magical evening of local fare prepared for you by seven downtown restaurateurs and chefs! Enjoy the ambiance, listen to the sound of music, watch the sunset & enjoy a delicious dinner on the main street.
Treat yourself to a delectable outdoor dinner with locally sourced, organic food, prepared by downtown restaurateurs Apple Annie’s. Rustica Pizza Vino, Shine Juice Bar & Cafe, Tre Sorelle, Brewery Bay Food Co., Eclectic Cafe, Bakes by the Lake, Sweet Time Bake Shoppe and Mariposa Market. A special six-course prix fixe menu inspired by farm fresh ingredients, complete with wine & beer pairing, will be created especially for 125 dinner guests. Signature event gifts, provided by downtown businesses, will be presented to each guest at the end of the evening.
The evening promises to be a magical dinner experience full of relaxation, delicious fare and great company.
Tickets can be purchased online through the Opera House website at https://secure1.tixhub.com/orillia-oh/online/index.asp or by visiting the Opera House box office. Please note that this dinner is now sold out.
Sponsors of this year’s Downtown Farm to Table Dinner include Town’s Jewellers, Twig Creative & Brewery Bay.
Wine for the dinner will be provided by Nicholas Pearce Wines with beer provided by Beau’s Brewery.
Take a sneak peek at the delicious six course menu!
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
September 17th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaSojourn Outdoor & Travel Store along with partners Rab, Banff & Lake Louise Tourism is pleased to present the radical outdoor films that were not shown last January.
Murray McLauchlan- Artist Life Stories
September 18th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaAn up close and personal evening. A speaker night with a difference. Cameron Smillie interviews Murray about his years in music including stories about his many awards. And Murray will play some tunes!
Snowbird Lifestyle Presentation
Orillia Opera House at 7:00 pmA Concert and Information session for retirees and pre-retirees who spend their winters in warmer climates
Free event, but it is reserved seating so tickets must be arranged in advance.
Doors Open & How-To Festival
September 28th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaExplore the variety of hubs offering different cultural activities at this year’s Doors Open & learn a new skill at the Orillia Public Library during its How-To Festival in Downtown Orillia! Discover your creative side and try your hand at painting, sculpting, dancing and so more.
Green River Revival
October 4th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaCalling all fans of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Green River Revival presents the music of CCR with a historical storyline that also incorporates several costume changes.
Pavlo- Artist Life Stories
October 9th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaAn up close and personal evening. A speaker night with a difference. Cameron Smillie interviews Pavlo about his years in music including stories about his many awards. And Pavlo will play some tunes!
Orillia Jazz Festival
October 17-20th, 2019, in Downtown Orillia
Now in its 28th year, the Orillia Jazz Festival occurs in various host locations in the downtown and all over Orillia! Come discover a new-found love or reignite a passion for all things jazz!
Cure For The Common Comedy
October 18th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaThe Second City presents The Cure For The Common Comedy! See the stars of tomorrow performing fresh new material and laugh your way out of whatever you got yourself into.
The Haunting
October 23rd, 2019 in Downtown Orillia
Come experience all things that go bump in the night in Downtown Orillia. Haunted tours begin at The Opera House & Orillia Museum of Art & History and continue throughout frightful spaces downtown!
Kids Halloween Costume Parade
October 26th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaBring the family, dress in costume and join us for this FREE fun costume parade & contest! Trick OR treat at participating downtown merchants’ businesses & enjoy kid’s activities & more.
Children’s Candlelight Parade
November 15th, 2019 in Downtown Orillia
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!
Orillia Santa Claus Parade
November 17th, 2019 in Downtown Orillia
The largest Christmas parade north of Toronto! Help welcome Santa as over 100 floats and bands lead the way for him through Downtown Orillia.
Black Friday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm / Downtown Orillia
Take advantage of outrageous specials throughout the Downtown + half off Downtown Dollars (while quantities last). Stores are open late but we won’t tell if you book the day off work to SHOP!
Ballet Jorgen’s 2019 The Nutcracker
November 30th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaImagine Tchaikovsky’s Christmas tale uniquely re-imagined, Canadian Style. The Nutcracker, A Canadian Tradition adds Canada’s own twist to this much-loved Classic. Make this magical production a part of your family’s holiday traditions.
Saturday, November 30 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm.
Wizard of Oz – Panto in Ruby Red Slippers
December 6th, 2019 in Downtown OrilliaA new magical pantomime from the producers who brought you Cinderella the Panto in 2018.
A brand new spin on the timeless tale of a young girl who finds herself transported to a strange new world full of magic, side-splitting jokes, music that everyone knows and a spectacle of a musical adventure. Remember to Boo and Cheer!
Horse & Wagon Rides
December 7, 14, & 21st, 2019Downtown Orillia
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.