Looking for something exciting to do in Muskoka this August? You’re in the right place. August is the perfect time to dive into everything the region has to offer — from outdoor adventures and live music to historic experiences and unforgettable culinary moments. We’ve curated a guide to the month’s events so you can make the most of your Muskoka getaway. Let us show you the hottest spots and must‑see happenings during this beautiful summer season.
For the full lineup of August events, explore our Event Guide. Still craving more Muskoka moments? Browse our Things to Do and start checking off your summer bucket list. Don’t miss our Farmers’ Markets, happening daily throughout the region.
August Long Weekend
Friday July 31st
Moonlight Madness Bracebridge:Don’t miss a night full of fun, excitement, and unbeatable bargains! From 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Manitoba Street comes alive with live music, street performers, and incredible shopping. The Beer Garden, hosted by Bracebridge Hall, will keep the good vibes going. It’s an evening you won’t want to miss—downtown shopping doesn’t get better than this!
Yuk Yuk’s On Tour: Sip, laugh, repeat! Yuk Yuk’s On Tour brings comedy to Canvas Brewery in Huntsville, serving up Muskoka vibes, hoppy humour, and a frothy night of laughter in cottage country. A rotating roster of talented headliners and comedy festival favourites will craft punchlines with precision and brew up barrels of laughter.
Stargazing at Torrance Barrens: Join an expert stargazer at Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve on Friday night. During these fun, informative sessions, you’ll build confidence identifying key constellations and visible planets while developing a deeper connection to the cosmos. Book now!
Civic Holiday Fireworks: The Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst is the backdrop of this family favourite! Come by car, bike, boat, or on foot and see the show! Fireworks display begin at dusk.
Make a Splash: Come to Gull Lake Rotary Park in Gravenhurst for a fun-filled day of people-powered water sports and other great beach fun! 10 am – 3 pm.
Piratefest: Experience non-stop adventure with pirate cruises, a midway, stilt walkers, live music, live-action storytelling, treasure hunts, and more great family-friendly activities at the Gravenhurst Wharf. Free admission; cost for pirate cruises and midway. August 1st and 2nd.
Rosseau Classic Cruise Show: Experience another exciting year that celebrates cars of all makes and models! The Rosseau Classic Cruise Show promises fun for everyone, whether you’re a car enthusiast or just looking for a great day out. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Rosseau Waterfront Park.
The Petting Farm at The Peca Farm: Get ready for a hands-on adventure in Huntsville at The Peca Farm. There are outdoor games, wagon rides (weather dependent), a weekly kids activity, and tons of photo opportunities for the whole family. Bring along some quarters to use in the feed machines for the animals.
The Long Weekend Edit – Sweat & Shop Event:lagree by the lake in Port Carling is teaming up with one of their favourite brands, Left on Friday (LOF) for a one-day sweat and shop event. Three lagree classes and a LOF pop-up stocked with all your favourite swimwear.
Delhi 2 Dublin at River Mill Park: Kick off the evening in Huntsville with great food, drinks, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Then, get ready to dance as Delhi 2 Dublin takes the stage for an electrifying live performance you won’t want to miss. Free admission. Show starts at 8:00 pm.
Piratefest: Experience non-stop adventure with pirate cruises, a midway, stilt walkers, live music, live-action storytelling, treasure hunts, and more great family-friendly activities at the Gravenhurst Wharf. Free admission, cost for pirate cruises and midway. August 1st and 2nd.
Balapalooza: TEAMLTD’s Balapalooza returns to The KEE to Bala for their August Long Weekend Bash! They’re cranking the vibes, and turning up the volume for one of the wildest nights of the summer.
Sip n’ Sounds Sunday’s at Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery: Enjoy a relaxed Muskoka summer experience in Bala where guests can enjoy live music, wine, cider, cocktails, and café offerings in a scenic outdoor setting. From 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Movie on the Docks in Huntsville – Zootopia 2: Situated on the scenic waterfront in Huntsville, a classic film unfolds on a double-sided screen, offering audiences the unique choice of watching from the water or on shore. Grab your own chair, sleeping bag, or floating device, and settle in for a free film under the twinkling stars.
Puppy Yoga Class in Huntsville: Experience gentle yoga alongside playful, affectionate puppies in a calm, welcoming space. Their all-level classes blend mindful movement with joyful puppy interaction to support stress relief and emotional well-being.
My Life – The Billy Joel Experience at Music on The Barge:The Billy Joel Experience delivers a high-energy tribute to the Piano Man himself, featuring powerhouse vocals, live band, and all the iconic hits. This unforgettable show turns Gull Lake park in Gravenhurst into one big sing-along celebration.
Peter’s Players Music Cruises-If you’re looking for a music experience like no other, try a Peter’s Players Music Cruise this August! Hosted aboard the historic steamship Wenonah II in Gravenhurst. Enjoy incredible live shows while sailing across Lake Muskoka on a stunning sunset cruise. Peter’s Cruise’s has a wide array of artists, genres and tribute shows sure to entertain guests of every taste! The August music line-up is packed with exciting shows that you won’t want to miss. Buy your tickets now!
August 4: Sugaray Rayford & Matt Weidinger
August 11: Brian Neale & Northern Harbour & New Kid In Town
August 14: The Best of Cher, Neil Diamond & Tom Jones
August 18: Night Fever The Bee Gees & Forever Young Rod Stewart
August 25: Awesome 80’s
The Kee-A Summer Concert Tradition Since 1942. The Kee to Bala is one of the truly iconic concert venues, not only in Ontario, but in the world. Its rich history and heritage have made it a destination in Muskoka and a tradition among locals and visitors for the last 82 years. Buy your tickets now!
Gravenhurst Opera House-Professional summer theatre, award-winning concerts and celebrations of every kind, make the Gravenhurst Opera House the place to be all year round! Since 1901, this stunning venue has been the community’s cultural cornerstone and the oldest entertainment tradition in Muskoka, the birthplace of summer theatre in Canada. Buy your tickets now!
August 8: Tom Petty & The Cars Tribute
August 11 – 19: Forever Plaid
August 22 – Muskoka Music Festival (Sold Out)
Music on the Barge-The Music on the Barge concert series in Gravenhurst is the largest outdoor concert series north of Toronto and draws thousands of seasonal and permanent residents to the shores of Gull Lake to enjoy a great evening of musical entertainment at this unique waterfront setting. Sunday nights at 7:00 PM.
August 2: The Billy Joel Experience
August 9: The Sandra Good Band with Todd & Robyn
August 16: Get Yachty (formerly Yachty Boys)
August 23: Lightfoot: The Legend Lives On
August 30: Trilogy Classics LIVE Returns! Foreigner, Styx & Journey
Bracebridge Hall-Situated in an early 20th-century carriage house and just steps from the falls, Bracebridge Hall is a true multi-purpose event space specializing in visual art, live concerts, and special events. Buy your tickets now!
Glimmer Globes & Umbrella Canopy –Sandhill Nursery in Huntsville invites you and your family to experience their spectacular Glimmer Globes and Umbrella Canopy. Stroll beneath a vibrant canopy of colourful umbrellas suspended in the forest air, creating a whimsical pathway of shifting light and shadow. Throughout our lush grounds, you’ll discover giant, otherworldly Glimmer Globes that reflect the stunning Muskoka landscape in iridescent hues. Daily until September 1.
Muskoka Chautauqua Arts & Culture Festival-Muskoka Chautauqua is pleased to be again hosting its annual festival celebrating curiosity and creativity in historic Windermere Village. This year’s festival will take place in intimate venues throughout this walkable village, with most events hosted in our open-air, Theatre in the Woods overlooking Lake Rosseau, just as they were 100 years ago. The 10-day program kicks off with a Festival Welcome and Opening event on Friday, August 7th. Running from August 7 to August 16.
Summer Water Ski Shows-Thrill toSWS Ski Shows every Tuesday night at Windsor Park in Bala. The show starts at 7:30 pm. A Muskoka tradition since the early 1970s. Catch SWS at Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville on Thursday, August 13th, 20th and 27th at 7:00 pm.
Pirate Cruise aboard the Wenonah II-Ahoy, maties! Sale on the high seas of Lake Muskoka for an interactive pirate adventure designed for youngsters and the young at heart. Costumes encouraged! AAAAAARRRRGH!!!! Pirates are back this summer to plunder the smooth waters of Lake Muskoka and reign terror on Sundays in August aboard the magnificent Wenonah II, Gravenhurst, with infamously fearless Captain Corbin in lead!
Muskoka Lakes Association Antique Boat Show: The Muskoka Lakes Association Antique Boat Show returns to the Port Carling docks from 10 AM to 4 PM. This beloved bi-annual event has been running for over 50 years and admission is free. Saturday, August 8.
Dockside Festival of the Arts – Is returning to Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst. This year’s festival promises a fantastic weekend celebrating Muskoka-made magic, featuring artisan vendors, live music on the waterfront, gourmet food trucks, family-friendly fun, and the laid-back lakeside vibe we all cherish. Admission is FREE! Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9.
Baysville Arts & Crafts Festival – An outdoor event featuring unique and original artisans from all over Ontario in Robertson Parkett and Grist Mill Park in Baysville. This popular event brings out thousands each year and surely won’t disappoint this August! Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9.
Smash & Sear: Best in Burger – Hale Muskoka in Gravenhurst is hosting a sizzling chef showdown with 5 notable Canadian chefs who will grill + compete live for the “Best Smash Burger” award. Featuring Chef Dylan James, Chef Bradley Yip, Chef Gene Carpenter, Chef Melanie Robinson and Chef Spencer Wolf. You will get to taste each burger and vote for your favourite to crown the winner. Sunday August 9 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Hockey Night in Muskoka– Is a day where Muskoka can come together to celebrate our community. The event will include a Community Village showcasing local vendors, games and activities for kids, and an exciting Celebrity Hockey Game featuring many current NHL stars and local players, followed by a VIP reception – all to raise funds for the United Way Simcoe-Muskoka and the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation. Thursday,August 13
43rd Annual Bracebridge Antique Show & Sale–The Bracebridge Antique Show and Sale will be held in the Agricultural Building at the JD Lang Activity Park, 331 Fraserburg Rd, Bracebridge. Antiques featured at the event will include Canadiana, furniture, tools, lamps, persian rugs, jewellery, vinyl records, coins,- silver, china, paper items and advertising, dolls, pressed glass, toys, quilts and linens. This show is perfect for antique lovers or anyone interested in Muskoka heritage! The event runs Friday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. August 21st to the 23rd.
August Adventures Await in Muskoka
August in Muskoka is a month bursting with possibility — a vibrant stretch of summer filled with unforgettable experiences. From outdoor concerts and hands‑on art workshops to one‑of‑a‑kind theatrical performances, there truly is something for everyone. It’s the season of adventure, discovery, and those perfect late‑summer moments you’ll want to relive again and again.
So take the plunge this August and explore the incredible events happening across Muskoka, all set against the region’s breathtaking natural backdrop. The days may be getting shorter, but they certainly don’t have to feel that way. The only question now: which August adventure will you choose?
