Muskoka Chautauqua’s 10 Day Art & Culture Festival

10-Day Festival at an Outdoor Theatre in the Woods

Muskoka Chautauqua’s Summer Festival is taking place from August 1st to 10th in Village of Windermere. This year’s festival will take place in intimate venues throughout this walkable village, with most events hosted in an open-air theatre in the woods overlooking Lake Rosseau, just as they were 100 years ago. Visitors will have the opportunity to connect and share art, culture, and literature. Visitors can draw inspiration from the picturesque scenery around them, from the bright stars at night to the lush forest by day. These views will also be the backdrop to many activities during the festival including lectures, live music, art workshops and engaging sessions. Overlooking Lake Rosseau and situated in the woods, this is the perfect setting to connect with art, culture, and oneself. Many tickets are free or low entrance fee.

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Some Festival Highlights:

Festival Opening & Welcome – August 1 @ the 1039 Golf Avenue
Pop-up Book Shop – August 2-9, every day 10am-4pm @ 2496 Windermere Rd
Windermere Archives Tour – August 5 @10am-12pm
The 3 Faces of Chautauqua in Muskoka, Patrick Boyer – August 3 @ Muskoka Chautauquas Theatre in the Woods
Windermere History Walking Tour – August 2 – 9
Live music daily at the open air theatre
Cannes Festival Winners Sultans of String – August 9 @ Muskoka Chautauqua’s Theatre in the Woods

Muskoka Music in the Air at Muskoka Chautauquas Theatre in the Woods!

Famed Muskoka musical artists, Mike Phillips (the Mighty Lopez), Grady Kelneck, Po Cholly & Beverlie Robertson present a collection of songs loved by their Muskoka audiences over the years. Some songs are traditional, some composed by themselves & their friends & some have great choruses to sing along. The evening is a celebration of the everlasting joy & comradery that the sharing of music brings to all. Come & share the love! BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE

Live Music

Experience the captivating and intimate joy of live music outdoors. Enjoy over ten outstanding performances, including the infectious sounds of the Northern Lights Steel Band, Toronto All Star Big Band, and Sultans of String, among others. The music in the forest is rich, welcoming, and beautifully performed, providing a listening experience like no other. Visit the Muskoka Chautauqua website to secure your tickets before they sell out!

Aug 1: Northern Lights Steel Orchestra Waterfront Concert 7:30 pm-9:00 pm
Aug 2: Caroline Marie Brooks of Good Lovelies 7:30 pm-9:00 pm
Aug 3: Classical Lunch with Jennifer Tung & Ivan Jovanovic 12:30 pm-3:00 pm
Aug 3: An Acoustic Evening with Isla-Maria 7:30 pm-9:00 pm
Aug 4: Folk Night with Beverlie Robertson & Friends 7:30 pm-9:00 pm
Aug 7: Toronto All Star Big Band 7:30 pm-10:00 pm
Aug 8: Her Romance 7:30 pm-9:00 pm
Aug 9: Sultans of String 7:30 pm-9:00 pm

Literary Arts

In contrast, the quiet of the forest makes listening intently easy. Let your mind fall into a lecture that discusses literary works of art and inspires conversations. Become absorbed while listening to literary panels, including special guests like historian Patrick Boyer; an author, publisher and Muskoka historian who will talk about the positive impacts on Canadian culture of the Muskoka Chautauqua Assembly. He promises to have something for everyone by sharing his insight on Muskoka’s history. Learn more at Muskoka Chautauqua

Aug 2: Author Insights: The Making of The Castor’s Choice with Jeff Wilson
Aug 3: The 3 Faces of Chautauqua in Muskoka with Patrick Boyer
Aug 4: Audrey Jolly at the Theatre in the Woods
Aug 5: Author Insights: Achat with Sean O’Toole
Aug 8: Toller Cranston, Athlete, Artist, Man with Phillippa Cranston-Baran

Art Workshops

Harness your creativity with workshops that allow you to express your inner artist. Passionate leaders, artisans and artists will work with you to nurture your artistry skills in many different mediums like painting, sketching, journaling, Pottery, textile working and more.

There are many free options and tickets for all these amazing activities spanning ten days from August 1st to 10th in beautiful Windermere so get your tickets below.

Tickets are available now and can be reserved by clicking HERE

Windermere Family Fun Day!

Windermere Family Fun Day promises an exciting day August 10th filled with diverse activities for the whole family from 11am to 4pm at the Windermere Wharf.