Halloween Ontario Events North in Ontario

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 Downtown Barrie Farmers' Market Spooktacular

Busy Buzzing Bee

Downtown Barrie and The Barrie Farmer's Market presents the 3rd Annual Halloween Harvest &"Spook"tacular outside City Hall on Saturday October 29, 2011 from 8am – Noon. Enjoy horse drawn wagon ride and some ‘spooky’ face painting. Get a picture taken with a ‘spooky’ scarecrow and enjoy free Hot Apple Cider. Children 12 and under can participate in a “Costume Contest” (registration at 9am, judging at 10am, winner will be announced at 11am) or enter the Farmers Market’s Pumpkin Carving Contest.  Stay in Barrie area hotels, inns, and resorts.

Many more fun family and couples getaway festivals & events are available in October north of Toronto.

 

 

 

Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve
A Haunted House - October 30th
Join the Haliburton Forest staff for a bone chilling night of tricks and treats. The haunted house opens at 7pm and will run until 9 pm. It features a haunted walk through a forest filled with ghosts and ghouls, ending at a spine chilling mad house. This event is suitable for all ages and admission is by donation.  Stay overnight in Haliburton area resorts, inns and cottages 

Halloween Costumes

Ontario Ski Snowboard SwapsNorth of Toronto October 21-23

Ontario Ski Snowboard Swaps North of Toronto 2011-12 Ski Snowboard Season  

Barrie Area



Hardwood Ski and Bike

Largest Nordic Ski Swap in North America.
Annual Open House Ski Swap Oct. 22-23, 2011
More info on Hardwood Ski and Bike Ski Swap
Make a weekend of your ski swap time and stay overnight in Barrie Ontario.
See hotels, inns, resorts in Barrie, ON.

Horseshoe Valley Ski Resort
Annual Ski Swap & Job Fair October 22-23, 2011
Ski & Snowboard Equipment Sales Discounted Ski & Snow Sort Membership Sales, Ski School & Kid's Korral Program Sales. Horseshoe Valley Ski Resort Ski Swap
Make a weekend of your ski swap time and stay overnight in Barrie Ontario.
See hotels, inns, resorts in Barrie, ON.

Mount St. Louis Moonstone
Annual Ski & Snowboard Swap
October 22, 2011
Mount St. Louis Moonstone ski swap
Make a weekend of your ski swap time and stay overnight in Barrie Ontario.
See hotels, inns, resorts in Barrie, ON.

Ontario Events & Festivals: Featured Fall Festivals & Studio Tours October 21-23, 2011

Festivals

Barrie Film Festival
Barrie, Ontario
October 14-23, 2011
13th annual film festival showcasing the finest Canadian Independent and World cinema, also includes special guest Q&As, parties, short film competition and Director's brunch.
Website: www.barriefilmfestival.ca
More information & Accommodation in Barrie, ON

Ottawa International Writers Festival: Fall 2011 Edition
Ottawa
October 20-25, 2011
Come hear the latest stories, ideas, and debates! Our 15th anniversary edition features Michael Ondaatje, Adrienne Clarkson, Ian Rankin, and many more.
Website www.writersfestival.org/
More information & Accommodation in Ottawa, ON  


Fall Studio Tours 

Kissing Bridge Trail Studio Tour,
October 22-23, 2011 Elmira and area.

Country Creations Artisan Tour,
October 22-23,  2011, St. Mary’s.

Scenes of Sandbanks and Beyond
October 22 -November 6, 2011
Black Prince Winery is hosting the 4th annual Scenes of Sandbanks and Beyond, original art show and sale, October 22nd to November 7th with an opening reception on October 21st from 7pm – 9pm.  This year’s show, located in the art cellar, will house over 50 local artists utilizing a wide variety of disciplines including;  fabric art, pottery, sculpture, photography, oil, watercolour, encaustic and acrylic paintings. 
Stay book hotels in Belleville or Trenton.
Website www.blackprincewinery.com

Halloween Happenings 

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve
A Haunted House - October 30th
Join Haliburton Forest staff for a bone chilling night of tricks and treats. The haunted house opens at 7pm and will run until 9 pm. It features a haunted walk through a forest filled with ghosts and ghouls, ending at a spine chilling mad house. This event is suitable for all ages and admission is by donation.
Website  www.haliburtonforest.com
More information & accommodation in Haliburton, ON

Meet the Marsh Monster
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Midland, On
October 29-30, 2011
Come out and hear the legend of the Marsh Monster and to celebrate Halloween. Take a haunted walk through eerie trails, illuminated by grinning jack-o-lanterns, searching for the Marsh Monster. Wear your most creative costume and please bring a flashlight
e-mail: info@wyemarsh.com
Website www.wyemarsh.com/
Stay at inns, resorts, hotels in Midland Ontario, more on Penetanguishene on Georgian Bay

Haunted Harbour At Discovery Harbour
Pentanguishene
October 26-28, 2011 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
“Haunted Harbour” will be a fun (and spooky!) evening at Discovery Harbour, where all manner of characters and creatures will take root at the historic site, sure to fright and delight even the most wary of traveller. Stroll the ghostly historic properties along candlelit paths, and peer into the historic buildings to see what awaits. Watch out for witches, a bag of bones, a giant spider, skeletons, a beating heart, eerie graveyard, “living” trees, and lots of wiggly critters – be careful where you step! Pirate fans will love the House o’ Loot where the bounty overflows, and little folks can try their hand at a special Hallowe’en craft. Admission’s just $5.00 per person plus a non-perishable food item (which will be donated to the local Food Bank). Children ages 5 and under are free.
Website:   www.discoveryharbour.on.ca/dh/en/SpecialEvents/HalloweenDay/index.htm
Stay at inns, resorts, hotels in Midland Ontario, more on Penetanguishene on Georgian Bay.

Fall Festivals...Studio Tours.....Romantic Getaways

Ontario featured resorts and destinations for Halloween weekend getaways north of Toronto. See Halloween Tips with links to Pumpkin farms.  Studio tours and fall festivals continue and offer up early Christmas shopping ideas.  Fall leaf colours continue to be on display for road trip "day trip fun" during October.  Discover autumn fall road trips in cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend mini-vacation or pick your last minute getaway  for a quick romantic road trip north at a country inn, cottage, b&b, chalet or  hotel.  Ontario has many overnight October family fun getaway packages and featured romantic getaway packages  for couples during the fall color season.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

North Muskoka Region (http://www.north-muskoka.com/)
Muskoka is widely recognized as one of Canada's most popular vacation
spots. Whether it is a romantic getaway with someone special, a
summer family vacation or special group gathering, the many choices
of cottage resorts, inns and lodges make North Muskoka an excellent
place to spend a holiday. The resorts in North Muskoka have been
greeting guests for generations and are a true reflection of the Muskoka vacation experience. The North Muskoka directory features private and family owned accommodations offering: Accommodations only minutes from Algonquin Park, Huntsville and Lake of Bays. Family vacation packages and couples getaways. Weddings and conference venues. Casual restaurants and fine dining.

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

Trillium Resort and Spa - Port Sydney, Ontario

Trillium Resort and Spa -Intimate and tranquil, our adult only retreat is the ideal escape.  Situated on a private lake that feeds a spirited waterfall, it is nestled amidst 86 acres of pristine forest.Specials. October - 15% discount off chalets available on some packages for a stay in October. November - For a mid-week stay rate including dinner & breakfast is $89 per person per night for a cottage and $99 per person per night for a chalet.

See more Ontario Romantic Resort getaways

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Family Getaway of the Week

Hall’s Housekeeping Cottages - Honey Harbour, Ontario

Hall’s Housekeeping Cottages - Hall’s Cottages is a Georgian Bay Ontario cottage resort offering boat rentals, docking facilities, and cottage vacation packages for families. We feature Georgian Bay fishing for Pike, Walleye, Small Mouth Bass, Muskie and Salmon. Located 1 1/2 hours North of Toronto. Fall Specials 15% discount for a weekly stay

See more Ontario Family Resort Getaways

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Hiking Getaways of the Week

Cutter's Cove Cottages - Emsdale, Ontario

Cutter's Cove Cottages - The hiking world is in our back yard. Arrowhead and Algonquin Provincial Parks close by or explore one of many local trails. We have nine adorable clean housekeeping cottages to relax in after a days outing. We are located on Clear Lake just north of Huntsville. Canoes, kayaks, rowboats, water slide and our own 2 km walking trail to round off your weekend.

See more Ontario Hiking Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Blue Mountain – Collingwood Vacation Rentals for all Seasons -
Blue Mountains, Ontario

Blue Mountain – Collingwood Vacation Rentals for all Seasons -Autumn is a great time to enjoy the convenient walking access to the area’s golf courses, Plunge pool, biking trails, or hike to the mountain top to enjoy the incredible view. Reserve now to enjoy the brilliant fall colours! Unload your car, throw away your keys and enjoy your family/group getaway staying at one of our Blue Mountain – Collingwood vacation rentals perfect for any time of the year!  Both feature fully equipped kitchens with major and small appliances. Bedrooms are spacious. Both condominiums feature a great entertaining space with panoramic views of Blue Mountain.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Touchstone on Lake Muskoka - Bracebridge, Ontario

Touchstone on Lake Muskoka -A Touch of Pampering – from $570 per couple. Starting May 15th – October 31, 2011. Touchstone will invigorate your mind, spirit & body. Start your day with our healthy breakfast basket in your luxury suite. Two 60 minute massage - your choice of Swedish or Aroma; One Classic Manicure & one Classic Pedicure

See more Ontario Spa Getaways

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Attraction of the Week

Shania Twain Centre - Timmins, Ontario

Shania Twain Centre - Built in honor of the famous hometown girl, the Shania Twain Centre enables fans from around the world to find out more about this popular superstar. The Shania Twain Centre was built to celebrate Shania, her successes and her growth from young artist in Timmins to international uperstar. The Centre includes a 4,000-square-foot exhibit space on Shania, a 1,200-square-foot traveling exhibit space and a 1,000-square-foot retail area and houses over a $1-million worth in memorabilia including awards and clothing loaned by Shania.

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Scenic Caves Nature Adventures - Collingwood, Ontario

Scenic Caves Nature Adventures - The self-guided walking trails through the caves, caverns and to the suspension bridge takes approx. 2 hours to complete. Please allow extra time for additional activities. Venture Deep Inside Blue Mountain. Explore a labyrinth of caves and crevices. Search near Ekarenniondi for the shadows which marked paths to the mysterious underworld. Explore the hidden natural fortress which sheltered the Petun people from their enemies. Descend into the ice cave - a crevasse so deep and cold that snow and ice often remain here through early summer.


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100 Chefs in the Forest North of Toronto on World Food Day October 16

Jennifer Bain has a flair and passion for food and the importance of the land that produces the food.

Fresh Ontario Produce at Risk--Check out Foodstock

In the forest with Michael Stadtlander - thestar.com is a must read for all foodies and agricultural enthusiasts who might share this passion. Highlights include references to World  Food Day, and Foodstock taking place on October 16 in Melancthon Ontario.  This is a grass roots attempt to bring attention to the upcoming fight to keep rural land (in this case Class 1 Farming) designated as agricultural--not to be used as an aggregate resource or for a gravel pit.

See Foodstock Preview  See more October food events in Ontario

Also see Foodstock anti-quarry event to feature chefs

Toronto Ski & Snowboard Show Opens Today

Ski & Snowboard Season is getting closer

TORONTO – October 2011– What better way to gear-up for this year’s snow season than by taking in the action at the 2011 Toronto Ski, Snowboard & Travel Show, back for its 39th year at the Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place.http://www.torontoskishow.ca/visitors

MORE SKI AND SNOWBOARD SWAPS NORTH OF TORONTO

If you can't get out to for the ski and snowboard swap check out the possibilities here for ski and snowboard swaps in resort destinations north of Toronto

Lake simcoe Fall Colours at Peak this week October 11, 2011

Lake Simcoe Fall colours Lake Simcoe Road Trip

Ontario Events & Festivals: Featured Fall Fairs & Festivals October 14-16, 2011

Festivals

Bala Cranberry Festival
Muskoka
October 14-16, 2011
Come celebrate the harvest of the cranberry. Three fun-filled days celebrating Muskoka's unique agricultural heritage-tours of cranberry marshes, entertainment, arts & craft sales, attractions
Web: www.balacranberryfestival.on.ca
More information & Accommodation in Muskoka

Barrie Film Festival
Barrie, Ontario
October 14-23, 2011
13th annual film festival showcasing the finest Canadian Independent and World cinema, also includes special guest Q&As, parties, short film competition and Director's brunch.
Web: www.barriefilmfestival.ca
More information & Accommodation in Barrie, ON

Fall Fair

Walkerton Little Royal (Walkerton Agricultural Society)
Date: October 14-16, 2011
Web site: www.wagsoc.ca

Event

Blue Mountain Village
Blue Mountains Half Marathon
October 16, 2011
A Charity event benefiting natural health research and the promotion of active lifestyles for children. A beautiful route, much of it on the trail system with entertainment along the way, finishing in the Blue Mountain Village.
Visit www.bluemountainmarathon.com for registration
more information and Accommodation in Collngwood/BlueMountain  


Halloween Happenings

Haunted Walk Kingston
September 5 – October 31, 2011
Join us for The Original Haunted Walk of Kingston through the streets of the limestone city, or Ghosts of the Fort which explores the haunting at Old Fort Henry.
web; www.hauntedwalk.com/
Hotels on-line Kingston, ON


Haunted Walk's Halloween Season
Ottawa
October 14-31, 2011
Join us for the spookiest time of the year on our special Halloween tours. Various departure times in English and French each evening.
Web: www.hauntedwalk.com/
More information & Accommodation in Ottawa, ON


Fort Fright Carnival of Carnage!
Kingston
September 21– October 29, 2011
Our scare attraction comes alive Wednesday - Saturday Evenings after dark... our ghouls come to life after the sun goes down!
Web: www.forthenry.com
Hotels on-line Kingston, ON
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Fall Colours..Studio Tours...Fall Fairs

Make your Halloween a long weekend north of Toronto.  Studio tours and fall fairs continue and offer up early Christmas shopping ideas.  Fall leaves continue to be on display for road trip "day trip fun" during October.  Discover autumn fall road trips in cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend mini-vacation or pick your last minute getaway  for a quick romantic road trip north at a country inn, cottage, b&b, chalet or  hotel.  Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages  for couples during the fall color season.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week     

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Township of Georgian Bay (http://www.gbtownship.ca/siteengine/activepage.asp) Discover Ontario's Gateway to the HistoricTrent-Severn Waterway and Georgian Bay's 30,000 Islands.  Georgian Bay Townships is part of the new Biosphere Reserve, and has access to Georgian Bay Islands National Park.  Parks Canada information centre is located at Lock 45 in Port Severn.The Muskoka Tourism Information Centre is located at Highway 400 and Muskoka Road 5. 

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

Millcroft Inn and Spa - Village of Alton-Caledon, Ontario

Millcroft Inn and Spa - For Couples Only It's the ideal Getaway for adults! Escape to our quiet country retreat in the hills of Caledon. Celebrate your getaway with a bottle of wine and chocolate-covered strawberries in the privacy of your guestroom. Enjoy a sumptuous 3-course dinner in our award-winning Headwaters Restaurant overlooking the millpond. It's truly a view to savour. The next morning, return to the restaurant for a full country breakfast.

See more Ontario Romantic Resort getaways

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Family Getaway of the Week

Algonquin Bound Inn - Dwight Ontario

Algonquin Bound Inn - Found minutes from Algonquin Provincial Park's West Gate and Huntsville Ontario, we provide clean, comfortable, lakeview rooms and suites from which to base your Algonquin Park adventure from. Our affordable rates, friendly service and modern conveniences allow you to explore the park by day and enjoy a warm bed at night.

See more Ontario Family Resort Getaways

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Hiking Getaways of the Week

Birch Lodge - Blind River, Ontario

Birch Lodge - Come relax on the quiet shores of Granary Lake. Our hiking trails have some of the most wonderful scenery in the area, even in winter the trails offer great sights as well as some wildlife. In the evening enjoy a campfire or curl up on your porch with a good book, we have something for everyone.

See more Ontario Hiking Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Pickerel Lake Cottage Resort - Burk's Falls, Ontario

Pickerel Lake Cottage Resort - FALL GETAWAYS Warm, sunny days - cool, cozy evenings - brilliant star-lit nights - every
        turn in the road a picture as the colours start to turn! Two and three bedroom cottages available from $699.00 per week. Weekends from $199.00. Part weeks available as well. Free use of canoe, kyak, paddle boat. Fishing boats available to rent.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Cranberry Resort, The - Collingwood, Ontario

Cranberry Resort, The - Hot Stone Massage Relax and rejuvenate with a hot stone massage! Package includes: One night hotel accommodation (2 doubles, 2 queens, or 1 king bed, based on availability). One hour hot stone massage per person. Hot buffet breakfast per person. Package Starting at $295. Price per room; Subject to availability; Rates based on double occupancy; Applicable taxes and gratuities not included; Subject to change without notice

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Attraction of the Week

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike - Haliburton, Ontario

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike - Located 15 minutes North of Haliburton at Eagle Lake Sir Sam's offers 10 kms of Cross country and 7 kms of downhill trails including their new addition " Python" Gravity Run.  The sport of mountain biking is a great way to spend time alone in nature or with friends and family. It brings us closer to the trees and dirt, tunes our reflexes and tones our bodies.  You can enjoy riding the trails up and down or use the lift to transport you and your bike to the top.

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Muskoka Wildlife Centre - Severn Bridge, Ontario

Muskoka Wildlife Centre - Take a walk through the forest and explore our trails which feature the largest collection of native wildlife in the province.  Our exhibits of live animals include moose, wolves, eagles, bears, beavers, lynx, owls, wolverines, falcons, various reptiles and amphibians and much more.  Enjoy daily park programming like our "Meet the Creature" sessions and our "Beast Feasts". Located 20 minutes north of Orillia or 10 minutes south of Gravenhurst, right on Highway 11 North.  OPEN WEEKENDS ALL YEAR!

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Serendipity Princess on the Trent Severn-Thanksgiving weekend

Serendipity Princess at the dock in Port Severn

Historic Trent Severn Waterway Lock 45

Fall Colours along the waterway...See Fall Colour Road Trip ideas.

Transition from southern to northern Ontario...Georgian Bay area rocks

Islands along the Trent Severn

Private cottages along the Trent Severn...consider a private cottage rental

Fall Scenes & Photos North of Toronto

Discover Ontario's Horseshoe Valley with a fall colour road trip

Horseshoe Valley to Orillia Return to Barrie Fall colours (colors) Route

Take Highway 400  north past Barrie to Simcoe Road 22 (The Horseshoe Valley Road) drive to Craighurst, Horseshoe Valley, Coulson, Jarratt to Highway 12 where Horseshoe Valley Road ends. Turn right at Highway 12 and proceed east to Orillia. Upon leaving Orillia, take Highway 11, south to Barrie, or take the Old Barrie Road and work your way back to Barrie. For latest fall colour (color) changes please see Fall Colours Leaf Change Central Ontario.  More on Horseshoe Valley

The Maples are almost 100% Peak Colour

Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour Simcoe County  October
The Images Studio Tour is an artist-run juried event and, boasts one of Ontario’s finest and longest running studio tours. Forty outstanding artists and crafts people will exhibit their work over the 4 days at 23 different studios in historic towns. Tour the  back roads including Lake Simcoe shorelines. Travel north via Highway 400 to Highway 11.   Stay in Barrie, Orillia or Horseshoe Valley. Also enjoy the fall harvest season with a Thanksgiving Getaway Packages

Maple leaves, oranges, yellows, reds in one tree

Ontario Events & Festivals: Featured Fall Fairs & Festivals October 7-10, 2011

Fall Fairs

Elmvale Fair
(Flos Township Agricultural Society)
Date: October 6-8, 2011
Web : www.elmvalefallfair.com/
Stay in Barrie, Wasaga Beach


Norwood Fair (Norwood Agricultural Society)
Date: October 8-10, 2011
Web site: www.norwoodfair.com
Stay in Peterborough area. 

Erin Fall Fair
Date:  October 7-10, 2011
web site  http://www.erinfair.ca/
Stay at the Millcroft Inn

Festivals

Apple Harvest Festival
October 7-October 10, 2011
The towns of Thornbury, Clarksburg and Blue Mountain Village.
Activities include live music and entertainment, pumpkin carving for kids and artistic carving demonstrations, fish ladder tours, art gallery demonstrations, scavenger hunts, the Blue Mountain Turkey Tent Sale and Volkswagen test drives to name just a few. Visitors will be sure to see the height of the fall colours along the Niagara Escarpment while enjoying local culinary delights along the Apple Pie Trail on the two mapped out Volkswagen Fall Colour Drives.
Visit www.appleharvestfestival.ca
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Collingwood & Area

Thanksgiving Harvest Festival At Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
October 8-9, 2011
Celebrate the Fall Season with the Thanksgiving Harvest Festival and the return of the popular Arts & Crafts Show and Sale.  Harvest activities and displays, the history of corn, Native foods, and more!  The quality Arts & Crafts Show features outstanding artisans offering a diverse range of craft and food items.  Admission to the show is included in the price of admission to the historic site. See more about Sainte-Marie among the Hurons in Midland Ontario. 

Ontario Thanksgiving Events: Featured Thanksgiving Studio Tours, Craft Shows & Festivals October 7-10, 2011

Studio Tours

2011 Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour
BARRIE, SCENIC HORSESHOE VALLEY, LAKE SIMCOE SHORES, ORILLIA
Friday, October 7 – Monday, October 10, 2011
Open 10 am to 5 pm daily (Free Admission 10 am to 5 pm daily)
This highly acclaimed self-guided tour takes you to the studios of some of Canada's finest artists and craftspeople. Forty artists and fine crafts people will exhibit their work over 4 days and 25 locations.  Don't miss this popular Thanksgiving tradition. You'll discover exceptional art, one-of-a-kind shopping and beautiful fall colours. For tour map and information about the artists.
Visit http://www.images-studio-tour.com or call (705) 790-4790.
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Barrie, Horseshoe Valley, Orillia

Blue Mountain Tour of the Arts
October 8-10, 2011
Thanksgiving weekend Artist's studio tour
Thornbury, Clarksburg, Kimberley
Local artists invite you to their studios to see a wide range of creative arts and meet the artists and their guests. Photography, ceramics, wood and metal work, stained glass, beads and paintings are some of the many creative arts on display. Come out and meet our amazing talent.
Blue Mountain Tour of the Arts website
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Collingwood & Area

Annual Haliburton County Studio Tour 2011
Haliburton County
October 8-9, 2011 Thanksgiving Weekend 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit the studios of Haliburton County's artists and craftspeople while enjoying the autumn colours of the Highlands. Visit each studio and experience the creative process. Talk to the artist or watch demonstrations.
Haliburton County Studio Tour Web Site
Area information and accommodation at Haliburton resorts, inns, cottages, hotels


Kinmount & Area Harvest Homecoming Studio Tour
October 8-9, 2011
Thanksgiving Weekend
This tour offers a perfect opportunity for family and friends to spend time together touring beautiful fall scenery and exploring Studios and Artists, all within a 15 km radius of Kinmount.
Kinmount & Area Harvest Homecoming Studio Tour website
accommodation at inns, resort, hotels in Haliburton, Kawarthas

Escarpment Studio Tour
October 8-9, 2011
Thanksgiving Weekend
Bognor, Massie, Queen's Landing, Walters Falls
Spectacular Fall Vistas, Artwork, and Fine Crafts with over 15 artists in and around Bognor, Massie, the Queen’s Valley and Walters Falls
Escarpment Studio Tour Website
accomodation at inns, resort, hotels in escarpment (owen sound, walters falls) area

Festivals

Apple Harvest Festival
October 7-October 10, 2011
The towns of Thornbury, Clarksburg and Blue Mountain Village.
Activities include live music and entertainment, pumpkin carving for kids and artistic carving demonstrations, fish ladder tours, art gallery demonstrations, scavenger hunts, the Blue Mountain Turkey Tent Sale and Volkswagen test drives to name just a few. Visitors will be sure to see the height of the fall colours along the Niagara Escarpment while enjoying local culinary delights along the Apple Pie Trail on the two mapped out Volkswagen Fall Colour Drives.
Visit www.appleharvestfestival.ca
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Collingwood & Area

Thanksgiving Harvest Festival and Arts & Crafts Show and Sale
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons, Midland
October 8-9, 2011
Features fun on-site activities for children including pumpkin decorating, over 40 outstanding artisans and crafters
Web: www.saintemarieamongthehurons.on.ca/
More information & Accommodation in Midland, ON

Thanksgiving Harvest Craft Show
Buckhorn Community Centre
Thanksgiving Weekend
More than 120 artisans from across Canada offer jewelery, designer clothing, soaps, woven goods, handmade furniture, home accessories and even local gastronomical delights including candy, honey, jams and jellies.
Website www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com/
More information & Accommodation in Buckhorn, ON

Fall Colours..Studio Tours...Fall Fairs

Ontario Thanksgiving holiday long weekend packages  are available as well as ideas for getaways and Thanksgiving day trips north of Toronto. Studio tours and fall fairs offer road trip "day trip fun" during October.  Discover autumn fall road trips in cottage country north of Toronto witha weekend mini-vacation or pick your last minute getaway  for a quick road trip north at a country inn, cottage, b&b, chalet or  hotel.  Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages  for couples during the fall color season.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Municipality of Magnetawan (http://www.magnetawan.com/)
The Municipality of Magnetawan is located in the District of Parry Sound between Parry Sound and Burk's Falls. With a population of approximately 1300, Magnetawan is a beautiful, natural area boasting the Magnetawan River and many scenic lakes. From its headwaters in Algonquin Park, the Magnetawan River flows through lakes, rapids and waterfalls as it winds its way to Georgian Bay. The historic lift locks, located in the Village of Magnetawan opened in 1886, making this one of the oldest colonized areas in the Parry Sound District. St. George the Martyr Anglican Church was painted in 1933 by A.J. Casson of the Group of Seven.

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

The Irwin Inn - Lakefield, Ontario

The Irwin Inn - Hauntingly beautiful, prestigious Stoney Lake is natural, rugged beauty to perfection. Perched on the south shore, the Irwin Inn offers an escape from life's pressures, a place to unwind, in any season. Experience the country ambience of a starlit sky and outstanding lake views from a luxury suite or cottage with fireplace, and whirlpool, private hot tub or pool. Housed in the main inn is the warm and inviting dining room where a gorgeous, panoramic lake view complements appealing, culinary creations. Fine wine, candlelight dining and beautiful sunsets, are delightful to the senses! Explore nature trails, visit our horses, enjoy a massage, or simply relax.

See more Ontario Romantic Resort getaways

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Family Getaway of the Week

Best Western North Bay Hotel and Conference Centre - North Bay, Ontario

Best Western North Bay Hotel and Conference Centre - Shades of Autumn Book Two Nights and get 50% OFF your second night PLUS Free breakfast for two. Offer available until November 30, 2011. Ask for your “Autumn Escapes” rate. Terms and Conditions: Offer available only at participating hotel listed.  Promotion valid from September 20th – November 30, 2011.  Subject to availability.  Not applicable to groups and tournaments and not available with any other discounts or offers.  Black out dates may apply.

See more Ontario Family Resort Getaways

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Thanksgiving Getaways of the Week

Blue Mountain Villlage - Blue Mountains, Ontario

Blue Mountain Villlage - There is ALWAYS something to do at BLUE! ...especially Thanksgiving weekend October 7-10 Apple Harvest Festival.  The Blue Mountain Village is located in the Town of the Blue Mountains, nestled between the charming communities of Collingwood and Thornbury, at the foot of Ontario’s largest mountain resort, Blue Mountain. 

See more Ontario Thanksgiving Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Pine Vista Resort - Lakefield, Ontario

Pine Vista Resort -Relax and take in the fall colours overlooking spectacular Stoney Lake. Thanksgiving Getaway: Familes will enjoy… 3 nights accommodation in cottage or resort townhouse with full kitchen. 4 c bath, satellite TV, deck with BBQ and many with a/c and whirlpool bath. Boat Cruise of Gilchrist Bay. FREE organized recreation activities for the whole family including a wagon ride, Turkey hunt mapping game, movie night, pumpkin carving, our popular Ghost Walk and much more!.Use of the resort facilities- heated pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, canoes/kayaks, trails and more! A Fun and affordable getaway starting at $860/family of four and $740/couple. 

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Christie's Mill Inn & Spa - Port Severn, Ontario

Christie's Mill Inn & Spa -Spa Package: Enjoy relaxation at its best. Pamper yourself with a one night  getaway that includes accommodation with a romantic dinner and breakfast for two and a $100 voucher for our spa. Don’t forget your bathing suits to relax in the salt water pool and hot tub!  

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Attraction of the Week

MacLaren Art Centre - Barrie, Ontario

MacLaren Art Centre - The MacLarenArtCentre is Simcoe County’s regional public art gallery with a year-round programme of contemporary local, regional, national and international exhibitions. Located in downtown Barrie close to the waterfront, the MacLaren is housed in a beautiful, award-winning building that combines a renovated 1917 Carnegie library and a contemporary addition. The complex includes multiple galleries, visible storage, an education centre, an outdoor sculpture courtyard, café, gift shop and
framing department. www.maclarenart.com

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Attraction of the Week

Midland Tours Inc. - Penetang, Ontario

Midland Tours Inc. - Big Chute Fall Colour Cruises
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24 to SUNDAY OCTOBER 9
Midland Tours Inc. offers 2 1/2 hour Fall Colour Tours on the Muskoka Trent-Severn Waterway departing from Port Severn, Ontario. The Serendipity Princess cruises to the Big Chute Marine Railway - only two of its kind in the world.
Regular Sightseeing Cruise  $29 Adult   $27 Senior  $15 child (8-14)

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Culture Days | 2011 Activities | Muskoka Heritage Place "Puzzling-Together Great Nations"

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Huntsville Ontario Welcome

Huntsville is celebrating Culture Days with a variety of activities. Check out more activities taking place in Huntsville Ontario during Culture Days. Follow Highway 11 north from Barrie. More information on Huntsville Ontario.

Culture Days | 2011 Activities | Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival

Culture Days | 2011 Activities | Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival: Meaford Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival

Watch out for Scarecrows this weekend

The Meaford Scarecrow Invasion & Family Festival is a completely volunteer driven community event, whose purpose is to foster community spirit, by involving and including all residents, businesses and organizations in planning and implementing the event. The Scarecrow Invasion and Family Festival begins with the decorating of the town of Meaford with Scarecrows. Travel to Meaford via Highway 26 from Barrie More on Meaford Ontario

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