The holidays are just around the corner. This is a great time to bring your family and friends together and engage with the Muskoka community at one of their holiday-inspired events happening this season.
The Portage Flyer Christmas Train Ride
The Heritage Place in Huntsville decorates an old locomotive each year that transports kids and their families to see Santa at Pursers Cabin. You get to enjoy hot chocolate along the ride over the Muskoka River while singing Christmas carols with all aboard. This is a popular family activity to do each holiday season and one that you’ll want your kids to experience.
Visit SantaFest
Happening at Santa’s Village in Bracebridge Santafest is filled with holiday entertainment all year round but especially during the holiday season. There are various light displays around the park as well as many family and kid activities like gingerbread decorating, and ornament making, as well as games and entertainment.
Watch a Play/Show
The Nutcracker play is a holiday tradition at the Algonquin theatre. Watch the famous play come to life performed by local talent.
CP Holiday Train
The CP Holiday Train will be in Mactier on November 30th. As the train travels from Montreal to Vancouver, you can see free concerts at various stops along the way. This year you can see performances by Canadian singers Tenille Townes, Mackenzie Porter, and Virginia To Vegas.
Torchlight Parade at Hidden Valley Resort
Experience the torchlight parade at Hidden Valley Ski Resort this Christmas Eve. The parade will head down the ski slopes with instructors carrying torches as well as Santa. Those watching can enjoy hot chocolate by the fire and listen to Christmas Carols.
-The BDAR Team