March in Lake Country is a month of transitions — the days are getting longer, the sap is starting to run, and the region shakes off its winter quiet with a burst of community energy. Whether you're a year-round resident, a cottage owner heading up for a weekend, or someone exploring the area for the first time, there's plenty to keep you busy this month.
🍁 It's Maple Season — And It's Spectacular
March is synonymous with maple season in Ontario, and our region is at the heart of it all. This is genuinely one of the most uniquely Canadian experiences you can have — and it's right in your backyard.
Tap Into Maple — Orillia & Lake Country
📅 Throughout March | Various locations across Orillia & Lake Country
A beloved self-guided trail through working sugar shacks, local restaurants, breweries and shops — all celebrating maple season. Visit Windlee Farms for sugar house tours, sip maple lattes at Apple Annie's Café in downtown Orillia, and follow the trail through some of the most scenic rural roads in the region. Online tickets purchased March 1–18 save $5 per person.
Sweetwater Harvest Festival — Wye Marsh & Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
📅 March 28 & 29, 2026 | 9am–5pm | Midland area
Walk the trails, visit a sugar shack, connect with local artisans, meet Animal Ambassadors, and purchase award-winning maple syrup from Windlee Farms. A perfect family outing that connects the history of maple harvesting with the natural beauty of the Wye Marsh. Buy tickets online in advance and save.
🎿 March Break Magic in Muskoka
March Break runs March 13–22, 2026, and Muskoka is one of the best places in Ontario to spend it. Whether you're looking for an active family getaway or a relaxed retreat, the region delivers.
March Break Magic — Deerhurst Resort, Huntsville
📅 March 13–22, 2026 | Huntsville
Deerhurst Resort brings March Break to life with skating, snowshoeing, swimming, crafts and daily activities for all ages. Families can save up to 20% on select stays with longer bookings. Hidden Valley Ski Area next door offers night skiing through March 14.
Forest of Light — Sandhill Nursery, Muskoka
📅 Open daily during March Break
Step into a glowing winter forest where art, light and nature meet. Wander illuminated paths and warm up with a drink from Rusty Rake. A magical, memorable evening experience for families and couples alike. Advance tickets required.
🏛️ Family Fun at the Simcoe County Museum
Youseum — March Break at the Simcoe County Museum
📅 March Break | Midhurst (Simcoe County)
The Simcoe County Museum's exciting Youseum exhibit puts kids in the curator's seat! Build the longest marble run, launch paper airplanes, and test their engineering skills in a hands-on experience designed for all ages. Plus the B.I.G. Zone featuring oversized interactive games throughout the Simcoe Gallery. A perfect rainy March Break day.
🐾 Wildlife & Nature Experiences
Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary — Rosseau
📅 Open throughout March | Rosseau, Muskoka
Meet rescued Canadian wildlife including wolves, foxes and birds of prey at this inspiring sanctuary near Rosseau. An educational and moving experience for families — and a beautiful reminder of what makes our corner of Ontario so special. Well worth the drive.
🎵 Live Music & Performing Arts
March brings some great live entertainment to the region — a nice reminder that Lake Country isn't just a summer destination.
The Story of Waylon Jennings — Casino Rama / Orillia area
📅 March 4, 2026 | 7:30pm
A live tribute celebrating the incredible life and music of country legend Waylon Jennings — from Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to Cowboys to Luckenbach Texas. A great night out for country music fans.
Orillia Silver Band — Rene M. Caisse Theatre, Bracebridge
📅 March 8, 2026 | 2:00pm | Bracebridge
Theatre Muskoka presents the Orillia Silver Band at the beautiful Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre in Bracebridge. A wonderful afternoon of live music in the heart of Muskoka.
Stay Connected to Your Community
One of the things we love most about this region is how alive it is — in every season. These events are just a snapshot of what makes Simcoe County, Muskoka, Parry Sound and Haliburton such extraordinary places to live, work and play. If you're thinking about making one of these communities your home, we'd love to show you around.
📞 bill@lakecountryrealestateteam.com
Lake Country Real Estate Team | eXp Realty | Serving Simcoe County, Muskoka, Parry Sound & Haliburton
