Wow, what a summer this is turning out to be. And honestly, is there a community in Ontario that is more vibrant, more exciting with more things to do, see and take in than Huntsville? It’s doubtful.
This weekend is another one jam-packed with events offering everything from shopping, music, and sporting events to Pride celebrations and free admittance to Arrowhead and Algonquin Parks.
This annual event is celebrating 38 years of family fun, live music, great food and shopkeeper specials. It takes place in Downtown Huntsville tonight (July 15). Main Street will close at 4:30 pm to clear the cars for the throngs of people who will arrive at 6 pm to enjoy all that Midnight Madness has to offer. The Music and fun will last until midnight and so will you!
Don’t miss music on the Town Hall steps:
6 pm – Clayton Earl
7:15 pm – Jamie Bestwick and Tobin Spring
8:30 pm – Big East
9:30 pm – Paul Lagendyk
Barry “Bazza” Hayward – Drumming Circle on the Street
Community groups:
Muskoka Dance Academy
JJ’s Dance Studio – flash mob dances
Top Hat for Youth – lemonade stand
Community Living – All Abilities Dance Troupe
Huntsville Theatre Company – Rocky Horror Picture Show preview
Jeff Allen Wrestling Champion – arm wrestling booth
Chamber of Commerce booth at town hall
Muskoka Pride week kicks off in Huntsville on Friday at River Mill Park from 4 pm to 6:30 pm. Everyone is invited to join in for some free food, live music, yoga, participatory art, community displays, activities, and fun in the park.
The annual Muskoka Kids Tri takes place at the Port Sydney beach on Saturday July 16. While the race is sold out it is still a lot of fun to cheer on the young (and old) as they compete in this swim-bike-run fun challenge. The first wave of the race starts at 10 am and the beach BBQ runs from 11 to 2 pm, The awards presentation starts around 1 pm.
Swim for Hospice
The fifth annual Swim for Hospice starts from the Town Docks early Sunday morning (July 17). Distance swimmer Joy Jarvis will set out at 7:00 am to swim up the Muskoka River, around Lake Vernon’s Centreview Island, and back again. Along the way, she’ll be joined for the last three, two, or one kilometres by other local swimmers who have raised funds for the cause. More details here.
What a relaxing way to enjoy a beautiful summer’s afternoon. Huntsville Festival of the Arts Jazz in the Garden takes place at Spencer’s Tall Trees Restaurant on Sunday afternoon from 1 pm – 3 pm. Bring your lawn chair and sit amongst the beautiful gardens as smooth jazz fills the air. Tempt your taste buds with light snacks and refreshing drinks. Tickets are $20 plus HST and may be purchased through the Algonquin Theatre box office here, or by calling 705-789-4975.
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