SANTA CLAUS PARADES
Peterborough Santa Claus Parade
Peterborough, ON
December 7, 2013 4:45pm
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Peterborough, ON, Peterborough hotels on-line
Meaford Santa Claus Parade
December 7, 2013 6:30 pm
The Annual Meaford Santa Claus Parade delights young and old alike.
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels in area Walter's Falls
Perth Santa Claus Parade
December 7, 2013 5pm
stay at resorts, inns, hotels Ottawa, ON,Ottawa hotels on-line
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"A Main Street Christmas" Santa Claus Parades
Schomberg, ON
December 7, 2013 3:30 pm
The Santa Claus Parade kicks off "A Main Street Christmas" and the other, the Farmers' Parade of Lights, brings this wonderful event to a close
Mount Forest Claus Parade
December 6, 2013 7pm
Beachburg Santa Claus Parade
Ðecember 7
Deep River Santa Claus Parade
December 6
Santa Claus Express South Simcoe Railway (Tottenham)
Share the Magic of Christmas... ride the SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS!
Saturday December 7th and Sunday December 8th
Saturday December 14th and Sunday December 15th
Saturday December 21st and Sunday December 22nd
Advance reservations available
Departures at 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Special event fares apply. Tickets on sale November 1st either on-line or by telephone.
stay at resorts, inns, hotels Alliston, ON
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Santa Claus Events
Cranberry Resort
Collingwood
Breakfast with Santa
Sunday December 8 - 10:00am - Noon
Join us for Breakfastwith Santa! A full hot and cold breakfast buffett at Cranberry's Waterfront venue Bear Estate.
Colouring Contests, Cookie Decorating and much more.
Excitement for the Whole Family!
Festive Brunch with Santa
Nottawasaga Inn Resort -River Dining Room
Alliston
December 8 & 15
Bring your kids, your appetite and your camera for a festive brunch with Santa.
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December 7, 2013 4:45pm
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Peterborough, ON, Peterborough hotels on-line
Meaford Santa Claus Parade
December 7, 2013 6:30 pm
The Annual Meaford Santa Claus Parade delights young and old alike.
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels in area Walter's Falls
Perth Santa Claus Parade
December 7, 2013 5pm
stay at resorts, inns, hotels Ottawa, ON,Ottawa hotels on-line
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"A Main Street Christmas" Santa Claus Parades
Schomberg, ON
December 7, 2013 3:30 pm
The Santa Claus Parade kicks off "A Main Street Christmas" and the other, the Farmers' Parade of Lights, brings this wonderful event to a close
Mount Forest Claus Parade
December 6, 2013 7pm
Beachburg Santa Claus Parade
Ðecember 7
Deep River Santa Claus Parade
December 6
Santa Claus Express South Simcoe Railway (Tottenham)
Share the Magic of Christmas... ride the SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS!
Saturday December 7th and Sunday December 8th
Saturday December 14th and Sunday December 15th
Saturday December 21st and Sunday December 22nd
Advance reservations available
Departures at 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Special event fares apply. Tickets on sale November 1st either on-line or by telephone.
stay at resorts, inns, hotels Alliston, ON
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Santa Claus Events
Cranberry Resort
Breakfast with Santa
Sunday December 8 - 10:00am - Noon
Join us for Breakfastwith Santa! A full hot and cold breakfast buffett at Cranberry's Waterfront venue Bear Estate.
Colouring Contests, Cookie Decorating and much more.
Excitement for the Whole Family!
Festive Brunch with Santa
Nottawasaga Inn Resort -River Dining RoomDecember 8 & 15
Bring your kids, your appetite and your camera for a festive brunch with Santa.
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONIES and FESTIVALS OF TREES and LIGHTS
Ottawa, ON
December 5, 2013 to January 7, 2014
In Canada’s Capital, the winter landscape glows with over 300,000 multicoloured lights during the holiday season. The festivities begin with an illumination ceremony in early December and continue until early January. Throughout Christmas Lights Across Canada, the lights in Ottawa–Gatineau glow each evening from 4:30 pm to 2 am.
Stay at Ottawa & Area Accommodation, ON Book Ottawa hotels. on-line
Tweed Festival of Trees
December 5-8, 2013
Enter a wonderland of beautifully decorated trees & wreaths, enjoy some seasonal music while sipping a warm drink & tasting a delicious homemade cookie.
Stay at Tweed Accommodation
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Festival of Lights
BracebridgeDecember 6, 2013
Families enjoy music, mascots, and a variety of children's activities. The finale is a holiday fireworks show.
Stay at Bracebridge Accommodations
Annual Festival of Lights
Pentanguishene
December 7, 2013
Twinkling lights and candles light your way to great fun and family actives that will spark the spirit of the season for all to enjoy.
Stay at Pentanguishene Accommodaitons, Midland Accommodations
Tree Lighting and Carolfest
Honey Harbour Park Landing
Early December 2013
Tree Lighting and Carolfest.
Stay at Honey Harbour & Port Severn Accommodation,
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Aurora
December 4, 2013
Greet Santa, sing Christmas carol and decorate the Town tree.
Christmas Magic
Cobourg, ON
November 22, 2013 to January 2, 2014
Christmas Magic transforms into a dazzling display of over 100,000 coloured lights.
Festival of Trees
Orillia
Throughout December 2013
The Festival site will be magically transformed into a winter wonderland decked with holiday wreaths and 'tree after glorious tree' in beautifully designed settings located at The Orillia Square Mall .
Stay at Orillia Accommodation
Festival of Northern Lights Catch The Magic
Owen Sound
November 15, 2013 to January 4, 2014
More than 300 light displays twinkling along the banks of the Sydenham River and at Harrison Park. Several weeks of events, including concerts, craft shows, a Santa Claus parade, house tours, horse-drawn carriage rides and Christmas celebrations. The festival is a National Winter Lights Champion and Festivals & Events Ontario Multiple Award Winner.
Stay at Owen Sound & Area Accommodation
Kapuskasing Festival of Lights
Kapuskasing, ON
November 16, 2013 to beginning of January 2014
Riverside park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 100,000 shimmering lights and displays.
Book Kapuskasing Hotels on-line
Barrie Festival of Trees Continues to Spring 2014
Barrie, ON
Barrie lights up along Kempenfelt Bay's Lakeshore Drive on Lake Simcoe through until the spring of 2014. See the Barrie Festival of Trees and Lights Photo gallery where some of the 50,000 lights which form the Festival of Trees Display at Centennial Park will be five animated displays.
A Barrie shopping trip for Christmas New Year holiday gifts could involve an overnight stay in featured Barrie hotels, resorts and romantic inns. Stay at Barrie Accommodation Book Barrie Hotels on-line
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CHRISTMAS BAZAARS and ARTS & CRAFT SHOWS
Rosemont, ON Dufferin Museum
November 23– December 8, 2013
Over 40 artists and artisans. One-of-a-kind items include candlesticks, clothing, jewellery, baskets, two and three dimensional works of art, seasonal wreaths and decorations, wooden bowls and hooked rugs, candles, honey, bath products and much more!
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Alliston, ON
Collingwood
October 30, 2013 - January 5, 2014
Holiday Gifts Galore! Over 40 artists and artisans will be filling the Arts Center with a rich assortment of unique, one-of-a-kind creations...and, at very festive prices! Paintings • Photographs • Pottery • Hand-made clothing • Jewellery • Sculpture and Carvings • Furniture • Glass works ...and more
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Collingwood, ON
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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S PARTIES and GETAWAYS
Plan ahead for festive parties with friends and families and your family holiday getaway.
Snow Valley Resort
Snow Valley is proud to offer a festive evening of Dining, Dancing & Festive Cheer . Whether it's your company Christmas Party or your gathering with friends & family let them take care of all the details. Reserve with Snow Valley and enjoy a wonderful evening of Chirstmas With Neighbours!- Saturday December 7th
- Saturday December 14th
Kempenfelt Conference Centre -Barrie
Book a guest room after your Christmas function at a special Christmas B&B Rate of $75 per room based on double occupancy. Rate includes accommodation and a full hot station-style breakfast buffet for two in the morning.
Hardwood Ski & Bike
Annual Hardwood New Year's Eve Bash and Silent AuctionEvening of fun, with dinner, dancing, a live DJ, silent auction*, party favours, and moonlit ski & snowshoe. Bring your spouse, friends and this is a family friendly event.
Tickets only $40 + HST for Adults and $25 + HST for children 12 and under. All proceeds go to Team Hardwood and tickets available at Hardwood Ski & Bike. Please contact Judy Doble to reserve your spot at (705) 487-3775.
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Carriage Ridge Resort Winter Getaway Offer
Blackout Dates: December 21 – January 3, 2014 inclusive & February 14 – 16, 2014 inclusive
Stay at Carriage Ridge Resort relax in a Resort Suite with Kitchenette or one of our spacious 1 or 2 bedroom suites.
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FAMILY FUN
Blue Mountain VillageFrost Frenzy
November 30-December 31, 2013The Holiday spirit is very much alive in the Blue Mountain Village during FROST FRENZY starting with so many FREE activities including FIREWORKS every Saturday at 8pm!
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Blue Mountain/Collingwood
Ski Season Opening Date December 7, 2013Holiday Getaway.
November 28, 2013 - January 3, 2014
2 Night package starting at $399Looking for a fun getaway this holiday season at an affordable cost. Rejoice over the savings in a Winter wonderland.
Pre-Season Season Special. Starting From $169/Night. Book By Sunday December 23rd. Stay Dates: Friday December 6th, 2013 - Thursday March 21st, 2014. The Early Bird Gets The Discounts!
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
Trails are Open
Monday December 2 -Thursday December 19
Mid-week trail passes are just $10.
Weekend, trail passes are just $15
Trails are Open
Monday December 2 -Thursday December 19
Mid-week trail passes are just $10.
Weekend, trail passes are just $15
Expect rolled/packed trail conditions. The snowshoe trail across the suspension bridge will also be open, offering spectacular views of south Georgian Bay. And while you’re checking out the trails, don’t forget to pick up your Nordic Season pass. Please call: (705) 446-0256 ext. 223 before you head out for weather and trail conditions.Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Blue Mountain / Collingwood 
Opening Weekend Saturday December 7 & Sunday December 8Winter Sale
All lift tickets, rentals & lessons are HALF PRICE from Opening Day until Christmas Eve!!!
Significant Improvements Coming for the 2013-2014 Winter Season.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, Minden
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Stay & PlayBarrie Ski & Snowtube Packages
Plan a Family Getaway!
Numeous stay & play" packages available through a number of local hotels.
Packages start at just $54.50 (pp/dbl occupancy) and includes 1 night accomodation, breakfast and a ski or snowtubing pass.
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels in Barrie, Ontario
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre-Midland
December 7-8
Live Animal Show. Wet n' Scaly.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON
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December 7-8Live Animal Show. Wet n' Scaly.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON
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MacLaren Art Centre, Barrie
December 8, 2013Families can enjoy an afternoon exploring art while they create wonderful works to enjoy at home. Regional artists lead the workshops, and activities suit all ages and levels of experience.
Looking for that perfect holiday gift?
The MacLaren’s Gallery Shop carries a beautiful array of handmade jewellery, pottery, glass and homeware items, many by local artisans. Unique items are available in range of price points for friends, family, clients and colleagues. The MacLaren also offers professional framing services. The last day for holiday framing orders is December 9!
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PLAN AHEAD FOR CHRISTMAS EVENTS
Celebrate SantaFest & Thank Santa Events Santa’s Village, Bracebridge Muskoka
SantaFest Days
December 21 to 23, 2013
and
Thank Santa Day
December 28, 2013
11:00am until 4:00pm
Come celebrate winter and the joy of the season with Santa and his Elves!
Admission is $8.00/person and children under 2 are free
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HOLIDAY SEASON CONCERTS
Plan ahead for Holiday Season Concerts
Rock Your Holiday Season with Live Concerts at Deerhurst
Kim Mitchell Holiday Party | Saturday, December 7, 2013
Dinner & Concert: $79* per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Book Concert & Dinner here or call (855) 461-4393, option #3
Overnight Package . Stayover from $288* per night
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Dinner & Concert: $79* per person, plus tax and gratuity.
Book Concert & Dinner here or call (855) 461-4393, option #3
Overnight Package . Stayover from $288* per night
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HOCKEY SEASON EVENT
OHL Hockey is back in North Bay! Enjoy the NHLers of tomorrow now as they come to North Bay to play the North Bay Battalion. Now you can come to North Bay, take in a face paced exciting game, and stay in North Bay’s only full service, Resort, Hotel, and Conference Centre.The North Bay Battalion OHL Hockey Package includes your accommodations, a full hot chef-cooked plated breakfast and a Rink Side seat (seats are Section 1R and numbered 5, 6, 7, and 8). Limited to only 4 tickets available per game, call now and book before they are all gone.
December Game dates are
Dec 5, 8, 12, 19, 31, 2013
Dec 5, 8, 12, 19, 31, 2013
Starting at $159.99* *Plus HST. Based on Double Occupancy in a Standard Room with 2 Queen Sized Beds. Upgrades are available.
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Featured Resort Destinations and Events
ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS TRAILS
Algonquin Highlands Trails
Where Adventure Awaits! ~ Haliburton Highlands Water Trails – Frost Centre and Poker Lakes
~ Back Country Camping, Canoeing and Kayaking
~ 38kms of Hiking Trails, Hundreds of kms of ATV trails
~ Canoe rentals
~ Excellent fishing for Trout, Bass and Whitefish
~ Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower – Best view of Fall colors in the highlands!
~ Ontario’s only full size historic Log chute
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Minden, ON Haliburton, On
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Sir Sam's Ski and Bike-Haliburton
Opening Weekend Saturday December 7 & Sunday December 8 Winter Sale
All lift tickets, rentals & lessons are HALF PRICE from Opening Day until Christmas Eve!!!
Significant Improvements Coming for the 2013-2014 Winter Season
Discover the natural beauty of the Haliburton Highlands.Hub and Hive for the Holidays
Abbey Gardens
December 6-7, 2013
Visit the Food Hub at Abbey Gardens for their first ever sale for locally made gifts. 40% off of beautifully wrapped gift baskets that are ready for holiday giving. Large selection of local arts and crafts on sale.
Friends of the Haliburton County Public Library “Friendly” Christmas Sale
Dysart Branch, Haliburton
December 7
Cookie Walk
Haliburton United Church
December 7
The annual Cookie Walk is a fantastic way to have a wonderful variety of homemade cookies for your holiday entertaining during the festive Christmas season.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, Minden
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HUNTSVILLE -LAKE OF BAYS
Baysville Santa Claus Parade
Sunday December 8th
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LAND O' LAKES DESTINATION
5,000 Lakes 5,000 Adventures. You can enjoy fishing, camping, canoeing, kayaking, boating, hiking, cycling, snowmobiling, skiing, ATVing, motorcycling, or just plain relaxing in some of the most beautiful scenery.
Click here for events and more information on the Land O' Lakes Destination
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MIDLAND and PENETANGUISHENE and TOURISM MIDLAND DESTINATION
Downtown Shops and Docks Beautiful downtown Midland has more than 100 shops, boutiques and services located in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Midland Cultural CentreThe Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) is a self-sustaining, inspiring and exciting year-round facility for arts and culture in Huronia. The MCC has an active calendar of programs and events for enthusiasts of art, culture, music and theatre. Drop in to see what's going on.
Destinations Travel Club Series
Tuesday December 3
Janie Robinson will be discussing some of her favourite food/beverage travels at the Destinations Food & Wine Travel event.
The Town of Midland is situated at the gateway to Georgian Bay's picturesque 30,000 Islands and hosts many events throughout the year.Bob Merkley Memorial Silver Stick TourneyNorth Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre November 5-8
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RESORTS OF NORTH MUSKOKA
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You’ll discover an abundance of outdoor adventure, combined with original offering of arts, culture and heritage experiences, all set against a picture perfect backdrop of unspoiled wilderness and the small town charm of friendly communities.Tweed Festival of Trees
December 5-8, 2013
Enter a wonderland of beautifully decorated trees & wreaths, enjoy some seasonal music while sipping a warm drink & tasting a delicious homemade cookie.
Stay at Tweed Accommodation
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ORO STATION
Hardwood Ski and Bike -Oro/MedonteCheck the Trail Conditions page, as updates to the website occur regularly as the snow comes.
2013-14 Ski Memberships available.
| Youth Cross Country Ski Programs Register Now For Kids Ski Programs Hardwood Ski and Bike offers recreational cross country ski lessons for children between ages 3-13. Programs are focused on fun and skill in order to introduce a life long activity and a love of winter. Space is limited so register soon. |
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OTTAWA and OTTAWA VALLEY DESTINATION
Christmas Lights Across Canada
Ottawa, ON
December 5, 2013 to January 7, 2014
In Canada’s Capital, the winter landscape glows with over 300,000 multicoloured lights during the holiday season. The festivities begin with an illumination ceremony in early December and continue until early January. Throughout Christmas Lights Across Canada, the lights in Ottawa–Gatineau glow each evening from 4:30 pm to 2 am.
Stay at Ottawa & Area Accommodation, ON Book Ottawa hotels. on-line
Ottawa International Childrens Festival Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas
December 7
Ottawa International Children’s Festival presents a Charlie Brown Christmas concert featuring soundtrack band member Jerry Granelli!
Ottawa Jazz Festival Annual Benefit Concert and Live AuctionOttawa, ONDecember 5, 2013 to January 7, 2014
In Canada’s Capital, the winter landscape glows with over 300,000 multicoloured lights during the holiday season. The festivities begin with an illumination ceremony in early December and continue until early January. Throughout Christmas Lights Across Canada, the lights in Ottawa–Gatineau glow each evening from 4:30 pm to 2 am.
Stay at Ottawa & Area Accommodation, ON Book Ottawa hotels. on-line
Ottawa International Childrens Festival Presents A Charlie Brown Christmas
December 7
Ottawa International Children’s Festival presents a Charlie Brown Christmas concert featuring soundtrack band member Jerry Granelli!
December 5
The Ottawa Jazz Festival presents its 16th annual benefit concert and live auction, featuring Jane Monheit.
Festival of Lights
Promenade du Parc des Chutes, Mansfield, Quebec
December 6 & 7, 13 & 14, 27 & 28
Discover one of Pontiac’s Finest Jewels illuminated with over 20,000 lights and lasers.
Hot dogs, beavertails, baked goods and snacks on sale!
Petawawa Public Library Festival of Trees
December 2-31
Beachburg Santa Claus Parade
Ðecember 7
Deep River Santa Claus Parade
December 6
Stay at Resorts in the Ottawa and Ottawa Valley area
Moulin Wakefield Inn -Wakefield
Nangor Resort -Westneath
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