This is my favorite place to see a live show. It is intimate with less than 100 seats. Those seats…read moreare raised above stage level so every seat is a good one. In the winter, they provide you with slippers!!! It's like watching a show in your living room, except they are so much more hospitable! It's a cash bar with snacks and drinks, it is licensed as well. The finishing touches really make this place special. They even have a fire pit to roast marshmallows during intermission! Most artists stick around to meet the audience as well! Every show I've ever seen here is my favorite. It's that brilliant!

I visited Peter's Players in Gravenhurst last night for the first time. I came away from the…read moreexperience wishing I had been going well before now. For music lovers who appreciate great blues music, Peter's Players is the place to be. Last night we watched a concert given by Chris Duarte, a Texas-blues guitarist who is quite extraordinary. The venue accommodates an audience of 88, so there is a great sense of intimacy here. The price of the tickets were very affordable, and offered great value. This is what a music venue really should be like, and to find something like this in Gravenhurst is remarkable. This is a venue we will be sharing with our friends and encouraging everyone to go to. The musicians that play here are best in class. I glanced over the wall of picture of past performers, and I remain surprised at Peter's ability to bring in musicians of such high calibre. I am not affiliated with Peter's Players, and my recommendation is to go to his website and subscribe to his newsletter today!

I love everything about Indy Gallery…read more I love that artist Chad Arney turns "garbage" into art, recycling junked found-objects into fanciful, unique art pieces. I love that the "gallery" is located in the otherwise unused alleyway between the Balacade (Arney's father's arcade and longtime Bala institution), and Pizza Nova. I love that everything is agreeably priced. I love that you take your purchase into the Balacade where Mr. Arney, Sr., rings you up. I love the reclaimed duck we brought home, with a Muskoka granite rock body and ladies Spalding golf club for the head.

A Gallery that focuses on turning trash into treasure! A must see if you are in Muskoka. The…read morecreative works produced by award winning sculptor Chad Arney range from amusing to mind-blowing. Picture this: A 15 ft totem made entirely from a single run down ford truck. You can't predict what you will see here, but you will get a kick out of your visit!

Looking back over my Lakes Region reviews, I realize most of them are really positive. It's hard…read morenot to love everything about Muskoka, whether you're swimming in one of the bays or browsing a farmers market. Even shopping is supremely pleasant here, and Red Canoe Gallery ranks as one of my favorite stops when it comes to Muskoka shopping. For me, RCG is one of the most accessible and relatable galleries I've found. A lot of the art featured in the shop appeals to my personal aesthetic: stylized landscapes, folk-art carvings, turned wood bowls, simple jewelry. Much of it is unmistakably Canadian in subject, too, from a wonderful oil painting of a Mountie riding a flying loon, to a monochrome block print of a pair of Muskoka chairs. Best of all, most prices on the pieces strike me as really reasonable. Every time I'm in Port Carling, Red Canoe is always a welcome diversion.

Stopped in to Muskoka Lakes Winery in early spring to pick up a few bottles of wine and enjoy the…read morescenery. Quite a charming place with wine tasting, cafe, and tours. Lots to see and do here and worth the travel.

Had lunch here today, under the trees, with my bestie. Food was delicious, setting was so peaceful,…read moredespite lots of folks around. Joy, the golden ambassador, was wandering around making everyone welcome. Thank you Johnston family for continuing to develop this wonderful destination here in Bala.

We drive to Bracebridge from our cottage every year since 2005 to check out the Artful Garden…read more Many different artists display their wares outside throughout a the beautiful gardens of Jon & Suzann Partridge: Our favourite artist there is definitely Jean Pierre Schoss: http://www.dogbitesteel.com/ Bracebridge is a wonderful town to visit so it's definitely worth the drive.

Always a great place to go. Happy to see them open with covid giving the family some time out of…read morethe house can't wait for everything to be fully open there. Miss the BBQ and a chat with Kyle the cook who knows a lot about movies. Thanks for being there for the community on these hard times.

I love it here! The owners do so much for their patrons! They play a cartoon just as dusk…read moreapproaches, so you never have to hear horns honking. They will cover your headlights if they can't be turned off. They have radios to borrow, if your stereo doesn't work. They have lots to help keep the bugs away, even screens for your windows. Toys in the play area for kids too! They have lots of great food, even a BBQ. I personally love the soft pretzel :) They give you ticket stubs with your entry and they do a raffle in intermission! So much fun! 2015, they are now digital! Up until now, they were the old reels and you were able to get a tour. They have upgraded out of necessity so I hope lots of us go and support them to keep this place alive!

Old, Musty, poor speaker sound, no ATM, high prices for Concession, no ice, popcorn is better than…read moreit use to be though

Usually has the biggest movies on opening weekend (Star Wars, the Avengers). Smaller movies might…read morebe a week after opening date. It's a typical small town theatre - 2 theatres with screens only slightly larger than your widescreen at home. Super long and skinny which is kind of odd. I've never heard the neighbouring theatre, but some people complain about this.

The alpacas were so curious and became especially friendly when we had second-cut hay in our hands…read more Bonus points for such a welcoming environment. While the farm is small, it brings the simple joys in life to the forefront. Thanks Nikki!