How can you tell a Painted Turtle from a Map Turtle? What’s the average lifespan of a Blandings? Do turtles actually “freeze”? Learn about turtle identification, fun facts, habitat, and ongoing conservation efforts in Ontario. During this dynamic two-hour workshop, you will: Hike through the forest and across the berm Canoe through the marsh Take […]
Explore historic Sainte-Marie… at night What does a 17th-century Jesuit mission look like at night? Find out! Join a small group of intrepid visitors on a guided evening tour of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Grab your lantern and discover the shadows of the past during this immersive and intimate experience. Then cozy up in […]
Friday Night Lights – Downtown Midland |Every Friday | 5–8 PM | Join us for Friday Night Lights, a weekly summer celebration in the heart of Downtown Midland! From 5 to 8 PM, local shops and businesses stay open late to welcome you with evening specials, sidewalk sales, and a unique downtown experiences. Here’s […]
Bayside Summer Soiree Event Details The Bayside Summer Soiree is a weekly outdoor event set upon the beautiful shores of Georgian Bay in Penetanguishene. The Bayside Summer Soiree is a great way to spend your Friday nights, listening to live music, entertainment, and much more all summer long from June to September! Event Location: Amphitheatre, […]
By The Baie Concert Series Event Details Local Music & Community Spirit Unite at the “By The Baie” Concert Series Penetanguishene, ON – July 18, 2025 – Get ready for an unforgettable evening of live music and community connection at the By The Baie Concert Series, happening Friday, July 18th at La Clé de la […]
Join us for a peaceful and immersive evening on the water as we paddle through the tranquil marsh at dusk. This unique program blends gentle physical activity, mindfulness, and nature appreciation, all set against the calming backdrop of a setting sun. Perfect for individuals, couples, or groups, this experience offers the perfect opportunity to relax, […]
New for 2025 – Secrets of Séance at Discovery Harbour Step into the mysterious world of Victorian Spiritualism with Secrets of Séance, an immersive new experience at Discovery Harbour. In the 1800s, séances weren’t just quiet gatherings—they were dramatic events where religion, science, and showmanship collided in a public struggle to explain the unexplainable. Guests will […]
Ghost Tours Discovery Harbour Returning summer Saturday evenings in 2025: Missing artifacts that mysteriously reappear, chess pieces that move, and the image of a small child in a window… These are just some of the unusual happenings that occur at our historic site. Buy Ghost Tour Tickets About Ghost Tours: Join us on Saturday […]
As pretty as some exotic plants look, they can have devastating impacts on our local environment! Join us at the Wye Marsh Sundays from 9am- 11am for our Habitat Restoration Action Days Help restore wildlife habitat at Wye Marsh. Learn how to safely remove invasive plants from the area. Join us for just two hours […]
Music in the Park 2025 We hope you can join us this summer on Sundays from July 6 to August 24 beginning at 6:00pm for live music at the brand new covered stage in Little Lake Park featuring incredible local talent. Attendees can settle in to a spot on the newly installed seating or bring […]
Make & Take Wednesdays Dates: July 23rd, August 6th and 20th Time: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Travel back in time with us! Running every other Wednesday in the summer, join us to make and take a fun historical item and learn about the lives of the past! Each week will be a different theme […]
MÉTIS CULTURAL WORKSHOPS AT THE PENETANGUISHENE MUSEUM FREE workshops provided by the Métis Nation of Ontario Summer Youth Program DOT ART Dot Art, a contemporary art form inspired by Métis beadwork where beads are replaced by small dots of colourful paint. Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. BEADING Beading, learn how to bead a […]