The always popular Bala Cranberry Festival returns to Muskoka this weekend – Friday, October 18th to Sunday, October 20th.
Hours: Friday – 10am to 5pm
Saturday – 9am to 6pm
Sunday – 9am to 3pm
The festival is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a vibrant artisan market – one of the province’s premier arts and crafts shows, and lots of lively entertainment, talented buskers, and mouthwatering food all weekend long. This year, the Kid Zone features a trackless train, carnival games, and a giant inflatable slide! Plus, Scales Nature Park will be at the festival both Saturday and Sunday, offering kids the chance to meet and interact with a variety of fascinating critters.
Beyond the festival grounds, there’s even more to enjoy throughout the town, including the popular Rotary Duck Race and a bustling vendor farmers market at Portage Landing.
Of course, no visit to the Bala Cranberry Festival is complete without a stop at Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery. Please note that Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery operates separately from the festival, so be sure to book your tickets directly with the Farm at www.cranberry.ca.
By attending the Bala Cranberry Festival, visitors directly support its non-profit mission to extend the tourist season in Bala and enhance the community through bursaries and funding for local groups. Visitors who wish to skip the lines can purchase their tickets in advance online. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate on festival day. Admission includes the 2024 edition of the festival’s collectible button. The event is located on Maple Avenue, in the Bala Arena and the Bala Community Centre, all accessed from Maple Avenue.
For more info head to the festival’s website.
Please note: The festival is dog-friendly, welcoming well-trained, leashed dogs in all outdoor areas. Service animals are permitted throughout the festival grounds, including indoor spaces, with proof of service animal registration.
