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Summer in Simcoe County

July 25, 2013   ·   0 Comments

Contrary to the mild temperatures we experienced this spring, summer in Simcoe County is just heating up.

With all of the local attractions and one-of-a-kind festivals taking place in Simcoe County this summer, there is something for every budget and taste right in your own backyard.

New to Simcoe County this summer is the S.S. Keewatin Marine Museum in Port McNicoll. The S.S. Keewatin, a 106-year-old Canadian Pacific Great Lakes steamship, is truly a sight to see. With its original grand staircase, dining room, and ornate finishes, the S.S. Keewatin conjures up memories of great ships of the past, such as the Titanic. Bring the entire family for a tour of the ship any day of the week between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Also new to Simcoe County is the newly established Huronia Food Trail in Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay and Tiny. This self-guided tour of the Huronia Food Trail features local farmers, producers, restaurants, retailers, and accommodations that have identified themselves as advocates of local taste and local products. Simply look for the Huronia Food Trail signs and window decals at participating businesses. For a complete listing of the Huronia Food Trail and to view the map, visit www.huroniafoodtrail.com

Festivals and Simcoe County are synonymous with summer. There are so many world-class festivals to choose from in Simcoe County that it may be easier to visit them all!

Catch amazing live performances from Randy Bachman, Arlo Guthrie, Kathleen Edwards, and more at the Mariposa Folk Festival in Orillia July 5–7.

The King returns to Collingwood in his many forms for the annual Elvis Festival July 25–28. This community music festival celebrating the life and career of Elvis Presley offers something for all ages.

Barrie’s Kempenfest, named one of Ontario’s top 100 festivals by Festivals and Events Ontario, is taking place August 2–5 along Barrie’s waterfront. Discover hundreds of unique artisans and craftspeople at one Canada’s largest arts and crafts festival.

Take a trip back in time during Wasaga Under Siege from August 16-18. Relive the War of 1812 at one of Wasaga Beach’s most exciting historical re-enactments. Wasaga Under Siege is a family-friendly festival celebrating Canada’s rich cultural heritage. Nancy Island Historical site and Wasaga Beach Provincial Park will come alive with the roar of cannons and musket fire during this weekend-long celebration.

The Tall Ships 1812 Tour sails into Simcoe County this August. Experience the power and beauty of tall ships in Collingwood August 16-18 and in Midland, Penetanguishene, and Discovery Harbour the weekend of August 24-25. Buy a Tall Ships 1812 Tour Passport for only $18 and gain access to more than 10 ships at the Port of Midland, Port of Penetanguishene, and Discovery Harbour.

Perhaps you want to push your own physical limits this summer? The world’s largest obstacle race series is coming to Horseshoe Resort July 20–21. The Warrior Dash will challenge its participants to run through mud, fire, and more along the 3.51 mile course.

Make the most of summer this year. Visit Tourism Simcoe County’s website, www.experience.simcoe.ca, to discover all that Simcoe County has to offer and start planning a summer to remember right at home.

By Warden Cal Patterson

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