2022 Summer Festival

Join us to kick-off our 2022 summer festival, including welcome, introductions and program highlights from our festival programmers.4:00 - Welcome by Glad Bryce, Chair of Muskoka Chautauqua4:05 - Land Acknowledgment4:10 […]

Opening reception for this season's exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Featuring new pieces by:Sean William DawsonGayle DempseyRob ElliottAudrey MahGreg HindleSusan HindleChristine HumeMelanie Siegel

A heavy-hitting brass band playing Top 40 hits to the classics. From the streets of Toronto to a waterfront concert at the Windermere Wharf.Born on the streets of Toronto in […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

‘Whose Property Is It Anyways ?: A Story of Property Ownership and Colonization in Montreal's Mile End’ - with CBC Journalist Craig DessonWith generous support from CBC MontrealWhen Craig Desson […]

Join Po Cholly and Friends in an unforgettable celebration of blues music with a lineup of award-winning musicians and veteran performers.Your performer/host, Charlie has been an itinerant bluesman for 50 […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

'Putting Muskoka on the Map: From Indigenous Wayfinding to Satellite Imaging' from Patrick Boyer's Modern History of MuskokaBetween Samuel Champlain’s first map in 1615 and today’s satellite images of Muskoka […]

Join alternative roots singer-songwriter Bet Smith for an acoustic performance in our outdoor theatre in the woods overlooking Lake RosseauBet Smith is a Canadian alternative roots singer-songwriter who weaves environmental […]

'Scrap' documentary film screening presented in partnership with the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary FestivalThe Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in North America. Again […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

'Shakespeare: a Most Rare Vision or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bard' by William Shakespeare and William ColgateWhen William (Bill) Colgate was a boy, his father […]

Enjoy painting en plein air using acrylics to capture the beauty of Lake Rosseau and the Muskoka landscape.Ages 12 and upGreg and Susan Hindle are excited to welcome both novice […]

Join moderator and bibliophile Norah Fountain in conversation with this year’s selection of Muskoka-based authors, each launching new books.Join moderator and bibliophile Norah Fountain in conversation with this year’s panel […]

One of the most exciting bands around, the Toronto All-Star Big Band revives the spirit style and sound of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s.One of the most exciting bands around, […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Songwriting Workshop with Gary KlaytonSong writing can be a wonderful and cathartic experience.For many writers just the idea of creating an original song can be intimidating and seem like a […]

'Shakespeare: a Most Rare Vision or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bard' by William Shakespeare and William ColgateWhen William (Bill) Colgate was a boy, his father […]

Final performances of songwriting workshop participants

Gary Klayton Acoustical PerformanceThis will be a unique concert experience! The songs are about you, me and our lives. With my stories and acoustic guitar, I will take you on […]

'Okay!(The ASD Band Film)' documentary film screening presented in partnership with the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary FestivalThe Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest documentary festival in […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

A multi-level workshop that includes stitching, and the creation of a felted patch or banner.Ages 9 and upThe artist will demonstrate threading the needle, making a knot, how to ply […]

'Shakespeare: a Most Rare Vision or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bard' by William Shakespeare and William ColgateWhen William (Bill) Colgate was a boy, his father […]

A multi-level workshop that includes stitching, and the creation of a felted patch or banner.Ages 9 and upThe artist will demonstrate threading the needle, making a knot, how to ply […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years […]

Folk Night with Beverlie Robertson and FriendsAs a member of the trio The Chanteclairs, Beverlie travelled widely and performed at festivals such as the Mariposa Folk Festival, the Fredericton Jazz […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob ElliottNature is all around us. When we slow down and look closer, we start to see how much is going on around us. Nature was […]

'Shakespeare: a Most Rare Vision or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bard' by William Shakespeare and William ColgateWhen William (Bill) Colgate was a boy, his father […]

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Audrey MahBe inspired by the nature around you as you create your very own clay wind chime. Learn a basic pottery technique using self-hardening clay. […]

Join author Glad Bryce as she discusses her book 'First In Last Out: The RCAF Women's Division and Nursing Sisters in World War II'Dr. Roberta Bondar writes:“Glad Bryce has written […]

Jed & The Valentine Acoustic PerformanceJed and the Valentine is an indie-folk duo, composed of Jonah Morris (vocals, guitar, drums) and Maria Khaner (vocals, guitar), hailing from Edmonton, Alberta. Forming […]

This year Muskoka Chautauqua has partnered with the Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival to bring their Summer Screening Series to Muskoka.The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Did you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere exactly 100 years ago?Rediscover […]

Nature Journaling Workshop with Rob ElliottNature is all around us. When we slow down and look closer, we start to see how much is going on around us. Nature was […]

Improv Workshop for Adults with Robin ClipshamAges 12 and upWhat exactly is improvisation? (and what it isn’t)Improvisation (improv)training is not just about performing live theatre on the spot.What it is, […]

'Shakespeare: a Most Rare Vision or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bard' by William Shakespeare and William ColgateWhen William (Bill) Colgate was a boy, his father […]

Wind Chime Pottery Workshop with Audrey MahBe inspired by the nature around you as you create your very own clay wind chime. Learn a basic pottery technique using self-hardening clay. […]

Muskoka Chautauqua presents Leah Leslie Unplugged at Windermere.It is impossible to pick a genre to describe the music of Leah Leslie. She simply loves to sing, especially classic folk, blues […]

Sultans of String ConcertThree time Juno nominees and SiriusXM winners Sultans of String create, “Energetic and exciting music from a band with talent to burn!” (Maverick Magazine UK). Thrilling their […]

This practice will open your mind and heart to fully engage in Chautauqua's curiosity and creativity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit.This morning practice will focus on breath through […]

Learn the art of mosaic on stone!Ages 12 and upIn this workshop, Christine will teach you some basic mosaic techniques and explain what she loves about this endlessly fascinating medium.You […]

'Shakespeare: a Most Rare Vision or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bard' by William Shakespeare and William ColgateWhen William (Bill) Colgate was a boy, his father […]

Screenprinting Workshop with Sean William DawsonParticipants will learn the ins-and-outs of DIY silkscreening. With the guidance of professional artist Sean-William Dawson, students will create there own logo and then reproduce […]

Why might heritage preservation be important to the village of Windermere, and in the broader sense, here in Muskoka?The Muskoka Branch of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario is coordinating a […]

Andrew Nunno Acoustic PerformanceAndrew Nunno is a warm silky vocal singing folky tunes, with groovy vibe. Andrew Nunno is a summer drive down the boardwalk of your favorite beach. Andrew […]

This year Muskoka Chautauqua has partnered with the Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival to bring their Summer Screening Series to Muskoka.The Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is the largest […]

Fun for the whole family in celebration of Muskoka Chautauqua's 100th anniversary!Activities will include:Windermere Lions Club barbequeWindermere Women's Institute Bake SaleMichael Benton's famous arts & craftsPerformance by Jam SandwichButton makingPaddle […]

Jennifer Tung in ConcertArtistic director of Toronto City Opera and assistant conductor of the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra, conductor Jennifer Tung leads a uniquely versatile career as music director, collaborative pianist, […]

Join us to kick-off our 2023 summer festival, including welcome, introductions and program highlights from our festival programmers.Welcome and introductions - Joan Bendon, Festival Director, Muskoka Chautauqua Welcome and Land […]

Opening reception for this season’s exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Featuring pieces by: Sean William Dawson Gayle Dempsey Rob ElliottAudrey Mah Greg Hindle Susan HindleChristine HumeMagdalena TarkoLisa ElderMallory TingeySharon […]

Purchase a 10-day festival evening pass to attend any of the musical performances or hot docs film screenings.Join the fun every evening of the festival! Purchase a 10-day festival evening […]