• Festival Pass

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Access to all of our evening concerts and the majority of daytime events. 10% savings from what purchasing each event individually would be.Gain access to all of our evening concerts:Northern Lights Steel Orchestra (Aug 1, 7:30 - 9:00 PM )Caroline Marie Brooks (Aug 2, 7:30 - 9:00 PM)Isla Maria (Aug 3, 7:30 - 9:00 PM)Beverlie […]

  • Festival Welcome & Opening

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Join us for the Festival Welcome & Opening to celebrate 5 years of the Muskoka Chautauqua Arts & Culture Festival in Windermere!Join us for a vibrant celebration of arts and culture, beginning with a warm welcome and a meaningful Land Acknowledgment. We'll recognize our sponsors and government supporters and capture the moment with a group […]

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  • Gallery Exhibition Opening – “The Muse, the Maker & the Creative Flow”

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Opening reception for this season’s "The Muse, the Maker & the Creative Flow" exhibition in the Gallery in the Woods.Gallery Exhibition OpeningJoin us for refreshments and a toast to the 2025 Gallery in the Woods exhibition featuring the following talented artists: Miranda Britton, Gayle Dempsey, Greg Hindle, Susan Hindle, Audrey Jolly, Karen Lang, Linda Montgomery, […]

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  • Northern Lights Steel Orchestra Waterfront Concert

    Windermere Wharf 2510 Windermere Road, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    The Northern Lights Steel Orchestra at the Windermere Wharf! Sponsored by Mawer Investment Management.Join us at the Windermere Wharf on Friday, August 1st to mark the opening of the Muskoka Chautauqua Arts & Culture Festival! Limited seating is available, however we encourage you to bring your own or join us by boat and watch from […]

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  • Plein-Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Sue Hindle

    Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Enjoy a day of painting plein-air using acrylics with artists Greg & Sue Hindle to capture the beauty of the Muskoka landscape.Plein-Air Painting Workshop with Greg & Sue HindlePlease note: This is a 4 hour workshop with a 1-hour break from 12pm-1pm to explore the village.Capturing Muskoka's Natural Beauty on CanvasJoin us to discover the […]

  • Gallery in The Woods: “The Muse, the Maker & the Creative Flow”

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Come visit our art gallery, filled with art from our festival workshop leaders, open at 10 AM August 2-9.*A ticket is not required for entry to the Gallery in the WoodsVisit the Gallery in the Woods each day from August 2nd-9th starting at 10 AM at our Festival Site! See below for the Exhibition Statement […]

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  • Pop-Up Book Shop

    2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

    Our Book Shop is open throughout the festival, August 2-9, every day, 10am-4pm. Come browse and purchase books from our literary guests!*A ticket is not required for entry into the bookstoreThe muse, the maker, and the creative flow.The Book Shop is our unofficial welcome centre for the Festival as well as a host of beautiful […]

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  • Windermere History Walking Tour (Sat Aug 2)

    Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Windermere History Walking Tour on Saturday, August 2ndDid you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History […]

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  • Author Insights: The Making of ‘The Castor’s Choice’ with Jeff Wilson

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Enjoy an intimate discussion on his latest novel, "The Castor's Choice" with author Jeff Wilson at the Theatre in the Woods.Author Insights: The Making of 'The Castor's Choice' with Jeff Wilson“By turns heartfelt and humorous, thoughtful and fascinating, Wilson knows of what he writes, and he writes very well” wrote Terry Fallis, two-time winner of […]

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  • Artist Meet & Greet with Sue & Greg Hindle

    Windermere House 2508 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

    Stop by the Windermere House Pub to grab a bite or a drink and mingle with artists Sue and Greg Hindle.Meet & GreetConnect with the creative minds behind the festival! This informal gathering is a chance to meet festival contributors, ask questions about their work, and enjoy casual conversation in a relaxed setting. Bring your […]

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  • Caroline Marie Brooks of Good Lovelies in Concert

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Enjoy an intimate evening of music with Caroline Marie Brooks of Good Lovelies! Sponsored by Mawer Investment Management.Caroline Marie Brooks of Good Lovelies in ConcertA lifelong musician, creator and nature lover, Caroline Marie Brooks is perhaps best-known as a member of heralded folk/pop harmony trio Good Lovelies, though she’s also lent her singing and six-string […]

  • Gallery in The Woods: “The Muse, the Maker & the Creative Flow”

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Come visit our art gallery, filled with art from our festival workshop leaders, open at 10 AM August 2-9.*A ticket is not required for entry to the Gallery in the WoodsVisit the Gallery in the Woods each day from August 2nd-9th starting at 10 AM at our Festival Site! See below for the Exhibition Statement […]

    Free
  • Pop-Up Book Shop

    2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

    Our Book Shop is open throughout the festival, August 2-9, every day, 10am-4pm. Come browse and purchase books from our literary guests!*A ticket is not required for entry into the bookstoreThe muse, the maker, and the creative flow.The Book Shop is our unofficial welcome centre for the Festival as well as a host of beautiful […]

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  • Windermere History Walking Tour (Sun Aug 3)

    Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Uncover the unique charm of Windermere Village through this walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere Women’s Institute.Windermere History Walking Tour on Sunday, August 3rdDid you know Muskoka Chautauqua started in Windermere more than 100 years ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History […]

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  • Classical Lunch with Jennifer Tung & Ivan Jovanovic

    Christ Church 1018 Fife Avenue, Windermere, ON, Canada

    Join us for an afternoon operatic vocal music following lunch in the garden, generously provided by Christ Church Windermere.Join us for an enchanting afternoon of opera featuring the extraordinary Jennifer Tung, accompanied by the accomplished Ivan Jovanovic on piano. Centred on the themes of creation and nature, this concert promises a captivating journey through powerful […]

  • ‘The 3 Faces of Chautauqua in Muskoka’ with Patrick Boyer

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Enjoy an intimate reading and talk at the Theatre in the Woods with Patrick Boyer.'The 3 Faces of Chautauqua in Muskoka' with Patrick BoyerAn afternoon talk at the Theatre in the Woods about the positive impacts on Canadian culture of the Muskoka Chautauqua Assembly ("Canada's Literary Chautauqua"); the Circuit Chautauqua performances in the touring Big […]

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  • An Acoustic Evening with Isla-Maria

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Enjoy an evening at Isla-Maria's concert at the Theatre in the Woods. Sponsored by Mawer Investment Management.Born in the small town of Bracebridge, Ontario, Isla-Maria grew up in a household that fostered creativity, beginning her artistic journey at just three years old. From musical theatre to competitive dance, these early experiences shaped her passion for […]

  • Spiral Flow Wellness Session with Audrey Jolly

    Windermere Wharf 2510 Windermere Road, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Join Audrey Jolly as she takes you through a Flow Wellness Session.Spiral Flow – The very nature of our DNA is a spiral form. We develop in the womb in spiral waves of energy. This class taps into this deep flow through gentle movements, breathing exercises and sound. We build flexibility, strength and flow using […]

  • Metal Etching Workshop with Miranda Britton

    Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Create stunning copper and brass jewellery from your own drawings!This is a 4 hour workshop with a 1 hour break from 12-1 to explore the village.Create stunning copper and brass jewellery from your own drawings! Using ferric chloride as an etchant, students will transfer images and drawings onto sheets of brass or copper that can […]

  • Gallery in The Woods: “The Muse, the Maker & the Creative Flow”

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Gallery in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Come visit our art gallery, filled with art from our festival workshop leaders, open at 10 AM August 2-9.*A ticket is not required for entry to the Gallery in the WoodsVisit the Gallery in the Woods each day from August 2nd-9th starting at 10 AM at our Festival Site! See below for the Exhibition Statement […]

    Free
  • Pop-Up Book Shop

    2496 Windermere Rd 2496 Windermere Road, Windermere, ON, Canada

    Our Book Shop is open throughout the festival, August 2-9, every day, 10am-4pm. Come browse and purchase books from our literary guests!*A ticket is not required for entry into the bookstoreThe muse, the maker, and the creative flow.The Book Shop is our unofficial welcome centre for the Festival as well as a host of beautiful […]

    Free
  • Windermere History Walking Tour (Mon Aug 4)

    Muskoka Chautauqua 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    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 ago?Rediscover this charming historic village with us through a walking tour created in partnership with the Windermere History project, the Windermere Women’s Institute, Architectural Conservancy […]

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  • Audrey Jolly at the Theatre in the Woods

    Muskoka Chautauqua: Theatre in the Woods 1039 Golf Avenue, Windermere Village, ON, Canada

    Through theatre & the written word this performance captures the passion that fuels us as writers and explores the challenges we face.Through theatre & the written word this performance captures the passion that fuels us as writers and explores the challenges we face while we engage with our literary Muse. We have a multitude of […]

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