Gateway to the Holidays

Join us at the Muskoka Wharf on Friday, November 22 for the official tree lighting, holiday shopping, pet fashion show, and more. Add your home or business to the popular Holiday Lights Road Map (with prizes!), and shop ‘til you drop at the fantastic holiday markets throughout Gravenhurst.

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Holiday Light Road Map

Do your holiday lights always draw a crowd? Then you will want to add your home or business location to our Holiday Lights Road Map. Lots of great prizes!

November 12 - December 23

Community Tree Lighting

The kick-off to our month long Gateway to the Holidays festival. Tree lighting, holiday shopping, pet fashion show, an appearance by Skokie, and more! 6 pm–7 pm

Muskoka Wharf
November 22

Experience Muskoka Christmas Market

Vendors, crafts, food trucks, treats, horse & buggy rides, carolers, and visit with Santa! Friday (1 pm–8 pm), Sat & Sun (9 am–4 pm). Admission by donation. Also accepting food donations for Gravenhurst Against Poverty.

Muskoka Discovery Centre
November 22-24

Santa Claus Parade

Join us in celebrating the 71st Annual Gravenhurst Santa Claus Parade, a cherished tradition since 1953! A special thank you to everyone who voted for this year’s theme, we can’t wait to see your creativity in action as we honour our favourite Classic Holiday Movies! Parade starts at 11 am.

November 23

Gravenhurst Christmas Carol

Back by popular demand! TimberBeast Productions proudly presents a Muskoka re-imagining of this Christmas Classic, adapted by Autumn Smith. Don’t miss your chance to traverse the Town with Ebenezer Scrooge as he searches for charity, community and the true spirit of Christmas. Tickets: $25 in advance (e-transfer), $30 cash at door

December 11-14 & 18-21 (Meet in front of the Chamber of Commerce)
December 15 & Dec 22 (indoor accessible performances at Trinity United Church)
All performances begin at 7:30 pm

Tales of the Nutcracker

This colourful, community production features a fun, eclectic mix of ballet, tap, hip hop and contemporary dance supported by a soundtrack of traditional and modern music. Spotlighting local young dancers, this is a holiday treat for young and old. Presented by the Gravenhurst Opera House and Just 4 Kicks Academy of Dance.

December 14 (1 pm & 6:30 pm) and December 15 (1 pm)

Holiday Markets!

November 2
GRAVENHURST HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS MARKET
Gravenhurst Legion
Gravenhurst Farmers’ Market presents their annual Christmas Market. Indoor and outdoor vendors. Dress for the weather. Free admission. Non-perishable food donations accepted for Gravenhurst Against Poverty (GAP). 10 am–3 pm

November 17
HOLIDAY MARKET presented by the GRAVENHURST COMMUNITY MARKET
Gravenhurst Legion
A destination to meet and shop local makers and growers. Enjoy food, craft, and community. Free entry with a donation to the food bank. 9 am–3 pm

November 18 to December 20
ANNUAL MITTEN TREE
Gravenhurst Public Library
This year along with mittens and hats, our Annual Mitten Tree will be accepting donations for the SPCA Muskoka Animal Centre. Please check the Library’s website to see their wish list. Please drop off any donations at the Library. GravenhurstLibrary.ca

November 22–24
EXPERIENCE MUSKOKA CHRISTMAS MARKET
Muskoka Discovery Centre, Muskoka Wharf
Vendors, crafts, food trucks, treats, horse & buggy rides, carolers, and visit with Santa! Friday (1 pm–8 pm), Sat & Sun (9 am–4 pm). Admission by donation. Also accepting food donations for Gravenhurst Against Poverty. RealMuskoka.com

November 23
SAWDUST CITY HOLIDAY MARKET
Sawdust City Brewing Co.
Sawdust City Brewing Company invites you to join us for our annual Holiday Market. We are running alongside the Santa Clause Parade so make sure to come inside, warm-up and take in the amazing vendors throughout the Brewery and the Service Bay. 11 am–5 pm. SawdustCityBeer.com

November 30
NICOLE’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW
Gravenhurst Opera House
Specialty vendors, handcrafted items, fresh baked Christmas treats, hand-knit items, and so much more! (Formerly the Truly Local Muskoka Market). 10 am–3 pm

December 7
CHRISTMAS MARKET AT RYDE COMMUNITY CO-OP
Ryde Community Co-op | 1624 Barkway Rd
Featuring local vendors, crafts, bakers and artisans. Plus kiddies can pick up their free ‘grab and go’ craft kit during market hours (please reserve in advance.) 10 am–2 pm RydeCoop.ca

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