Gateway to the Holidays

Welcome to Gateway to the Holidays! Your guide to all the festive events happening in Gravenhurst this holiday season!

November 7 to December 31

Shop 'til you drop at the fantastic holiday markets throughout Gravenhurst, catch a holiday show at the Gravenhurst Opera House, add your home or business to the popular Holiday Lights Road Map, and join us for the tree lighting & fireworks at Light up the Wharf!

What's happening!

Oh Christmas Tea - A British Comedy

Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups!

Combining British propriety with an unabashed love for the unexpected, London’s 3-time Impresario Award-winning duo steep an outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive show reminiscent of classic British pantos.

November 9 at 7:30 pm
Gravenhurst Opera House

Santa Claus Parade

Get ready for the 73rd Annual Gravenhurst Santa Claus Parade—a jolly tradition since 1953! This year’s theme is Candy Cane Lane!

November 28
11 am
Downtown Gravenhurst

Light up the Wharf

Looking for a fun way to celebrate the festive season? Join us for Light up the Wharf. Bring the whole family!

Join us for the tree lighting, shopping specials, photo booth, interactive story time, and other holiday fun including Candy Cane Gals Fire ‘n Glow Show and Fireworks

Saturday, November 28
5 pm - 7 pm
Cockburn Square, Muskoka Wharf

Sharon, Lois & Bram's Candles, Snow & Mistletoe

A 1hr screening of the classic television holiday special followed by fun “behind the scenes” stories shared in conversation with the legendary Sharon Hampson. A live sing-a-long with Sharon, Randi & Ethan, Audience Q&A, Meet & Greet with Sharon...and Elephant! Merch available for purchase.

December 5 at 2:00 pm
Gravenhurst Opera House

A Bluesy Christmas

Johnny Max’s A Bluesy Christmas with Chuck Jackson & Cheryl Lescom and special guest Lance Anderson

Imagine all of your favourite Christmas songs, and a few other ones that you may or may not know, being sung by some of Canada’s favourite Blues voices!

December 11 at 7:30 pm
Gravenhurst Opera House

John McDermott Family Christmas

Johnny Max’s A Bluesy Christmas with Chuck Jackson & Cheryl Lescom and special guest Lance Anderson

John McDermott's beloved A Family Christmas tour returns this holiday season, bringing festive performances to audiences across Ontario.

December 12 at 3:00 pm
Gravenhurst Opera House

Holiday Light Road Map

Do your holiday lights always draw a crowd? Then add your home or business location to our Holiday Lights Road Map. As if spreading good cheer wasn’t enough, this year we are offering prizes once again! To be eligible to win, make sure that you add a picture to the map. Entries need to be submitted by December 15 at noon.

Holiday Markets in Gravenhurst

Get ready to kick off the holidays with a series of magical Holiday Markets all across Gravenhurst this November! From handcrafted treasures and local treats to cozy knits and festive fun, there’s no better way to find that perfect gift while supporting our amazing community vendors.

Enjoy festive shopping, tasty treats, handmade gifts, raffles, crafts for kids, and even a visit from Santa himself! Most markets offer free entry, with some collecting food donations in support of Gravenhurst Against Poverty.

Let’s make this holiday season sparkle — shop local, spread joy, and discover the heart of the holidays right here in Gravenhurst!

November 7

Christmas Market In The Park

Gull Lake Rotary Park

Presented by The Gravenhurst Farmers Market and sponsored by The Rotary Club of Gravenhurst. Pat the Woodcarver will be offering an interactive activity; Santa will be visiting in the afternoon—bring your camera! Be sure to dress for the weather and bring a non-perishable food item for Gravenhurst Against Poverty (GAP) who will be collecting onsite. This event is outside snow, rain or shine!

10 am–3 pm.

November 14

Second Annual Holiday Market at The Alexander Muskoka Residence | 520 Isaac St

Featuring artisans, crafters, textiles & one-of-a-kind items.

10 am - 3 pm

November 21

Christmas Market (formerly Nicole's Christmas Market)

Gravenhurst Opera House

Shop for butter tarts, Christmas decorations, knitting, fishing lures, jewelry, macrame, hat burning, local authors & more.

9 am – 3 pm

November 22

Gravenhurst Community Market – Holiday Market

Gravenhurst Public School

Festive food, shopping & crafts with a fun twist – ugly sweater theme – dig out your most extravagant holiday sweater and join in the festive spirit! Entry is free but non-perishable food items (in benefit of Gravenhurst Against Poverty) greatly appreciated.

10am - 3pm

November 28

Christmas Market At St. Paul’s Church Hall | 235 John Street

20 one-of-a-kind vendors, ‘penny sale’ for kids and tweens, baked goods, frozen turkey pot pies (just $5) and hot dogs and drinks.

9 am - 3 pm

November 28

Holiday Market At Granite Ridge Retirement Residence | 1097 Bethune Drive South

You will find quality products, unique gifts, homemade goodies and a silent auction.

10 am – 2 pm

November 28 - 29

Muskoka Discovery Centre's 4th Annual Experience Muskoka Christmas Market

Muskoka Discovery Centre, Muskoka Wharf

Kick off the holiday season with a festive weekend of local artisans, makers, unique gifts, seasonal treats and family fun! Visit with Santa from 1–3 pm both days, browse our raffle table and enjoy the holiday atmosphere throughout MDC. Admission by donation.

Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

RealMuskoka.com

November 29

Christmas Market At Ryde Community Co-Op | 1624 Barkway Rd

Local vendors, crafts, bakers & artisans. Kids can pick up their free “grab and go” craft kit during market hours (must be registered in advance with Rebecca.Hickey@rydecoop.ca)

10am - 2pm

Town of Gravenhurst
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