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Watch dogsled teams compete for the biggest purse in Ontario. Events include skijoring, and four, six and eight mile races, with each team having a corresponding number of dogs. There is also a Kid & Mutt and a youth race. The purse minimum is $10,000.
Address: Various Locations Haliburton ON
 Send an Email  1 705 457-5281
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This annual event takes the bite out of winter in Dorset by emerging the population and guests in some fun. A skating party, parade, pancake breakfast, snowmobile trips and horse drawn wagon rides are just a few of the many activities.
Address: Dorset Recreation Centre Dorset
Send an Email 1 705 766-9968
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This festival bills itself as the only Scottish festival in Northern Ontario. Celtfest is a web of activity, featuring Highland dancers, heavy man competitions and bagpipe music. Listen to the grunts as participants toss a caber, or perform the stone or hammer throw. Plenty of food and fun can be had.
Address: Various Locations North Bay ON
Send an Email 1 705 752-5176
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Annual Minden Timberfest Championship
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The Minden Fairgrounds play host to international competitors vying for recognition in a variety of challenging and exciting events. Cross-cutting, axe chopping, chainsaw and wood carving competitions are just some of the events that will entertain onlookers. Many vendors will also be present selling a variety of interesting wares.
Address: Minden Fairgrounds, Minden ON
Send an Email 1 705 286-4419
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Annual Minden Kin Club Truck Pull, Show & Shine
Jun 21
Held on the third Saturday in June, Minden Kin Club's annual Truck Pull, Show & Shine brings excitement to the Minden Fairgrounds as dirt flies from under the tires of pickups to log trucks. The day comes to a close with an evening concert held at the Community Centre. Food, refreshments, a Beer Tent and camping are available on-site.
Address: Minden Fairgrounds, Minden ON
1 705 286-1777
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Jul 04
Fantastic fun for the whole family awaits Once again, Historic Downtown Huntsville's Main Street will be closed to traffic and open for the party. Outdoor grills, live music, and some of the hottest shopping to find all year.
Address: Historic Downtown Huntsville, Main Street Huntsville ON
Send an Email 1 705 789-1400
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Jul 12
Lads and lassies gather each year to celebrate their Scottish side at this lively event. Experience food and drink while witnessing large men throwing heavy objects. Events include a highland dancing competition, several children's programs, a dance, a parade and more.
Address: Head Lake Park Haliburton ON
Send an Email 1 800 461-7677
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Jul 18
Fantastic fun awaits as Downtown Huntsville presents the Huntsville Firefly Festival. Enjoy live entertainment, live demonstrations, delicious food, and some of the hottest shopping all year. This even is sure be fun for the whole family. Experience the fireflies and the star filled sky at this event from 6 pm to midnight. Main Street is closed for the night and open for the party.
Address: 33 Main Street East Huntsville ON
Send an Email 1 705 789-1400
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Huntsville Place Antique Show and Sale
Jul 23 to Jul 27
The Huntsville Place Mall hosts the annual Antique Show and Sale, offering glass, china, siverware, books, art, coins, jewelery, furniture and a special exhibit of 1880s Canadian & American pressed Glass in all price ranges. Patty George Pressed Glass will show an entire display of pressed glass that is researched with the pattern name and age of the glassware. She and all the other dealers are always available to answer any questions.
Address: Huntsville Place Mall Huntsville Ont
Send an Email 1 613 254-5416
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Jul 24 to Jul 27
No need to be able to portage for hours or even steer a canoe, this festival is open to those who want fun. Plenty of musical concerts, busker entertainment and more can be enjoyed at this summer weekend celebration.
Address: . Mattawa
Send an Email 1 705 744-0222
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Rotary Charity Golf Classic
Jul 24
A premier golfing event in The Highlands, proceeds from the Rotary Charity Golf Classic benefit Haliburton and Minden health care and hospital facilities. In addition to 18 holes of golf, participants will enjoy a BBQ lunch, silent and live auctions, prizes, guest speakers and a steak dinner.
Send an Email
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Jul 25 to Jul 26
This annual flower show demonstrates the Minden & District Horticultural Society members' gardening and flower arranging skills. The stunning blooms will appeal to anyone who loves gardening and the beauty of nature. A small admission fee includes light refreshment and the chance to win door prizes.
Address: Minden Community Centre, Prentice St. Minden ON
Send an Email 1 705 286-3157
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Aug 01 to Aug 03
Event activities for the whole family include boat races, live music, dances, games, crafts, a parade and fireworks. Addtionally, a family movie, tug of war and cardboard boat races are featured.
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Aug 01 to Aug 03
The North Bay Heritage Festival runs for four days throughout the summer and features cruises, kids area, games, midway, music, contests and, or course, an air show. fireworks will end each evening of the festival.
Address: .
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The events will take place in North Bay down by the waterfront near the old Chief Commanda boat/restaurant. Events to be held will include a live music concert, a childrens talent show, lots of games, contests, a silent auction, a kids fishing derby and much more.
Address: Memorial Drive North Bay
Send an Email 1 705 499-0728
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Aug 02 to Aug 03
Showcasing the work of young emerging artists, the Newfanglers Art Festival aims to give these new artists some exposure and confidence. Featuring paintings, sculptures, textile art, mixed media, photography, live performance, ceramics, illustration, music and more, this festival is bound to impress and entertain.
Address: 1123 Dennison Rd. Minden ON
Send an Email 1 705 457-1852
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Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale
Aug 06 to Aug 09
As summer winds down and stores prepare for the upcoming winter season, amazing bargains on summer merchandise can be found at the Huntsville Place Mall.
Address: Huntsville Place Mall, Huntsville ON
Send an Email 1 705 789-3889
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Aug 07 to Aug 10
Held each August, South River's Festival of the Arts showcases local talent in workshops, exhibits and presentations. The festival also highlights regional musicians.
Address: Tom Thomson Park, Ottawa Ave South River ON
Send an Email 1 705 386-2573
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Aug 09
Join the excitement on Avery Beach during this weekend as the Dragonboat Festival opens with a spectacular opening ceremony, parade and entertainment on the first day, and dragon boat teams compete in high-energy races throughout the second day.
Address: Avery Beach, Huntsville ON
1 705 789-5510
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Haliburton County Fair
Aug 16 to Aug 17
This annual fair features a variety of events, including livestock shows, demonstrations, a dance and a midway. Held in August, this fair is organized by the Minden Agricultural Society.
Address: Minden Fairgrounds Minden ON
1 705 489-2705
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Aug 16 to Aug 17
Each year, the Minden Agricultural Society puts on the Haliburton County Fair in mid-August. The fair, which dates back as far as 1864, features a variety of agricultural exhibits, as well as horse pulls, a demo derby, live entertainment, a dance, a beer tent and a quilt show. Don't leave without trying the beef on a bun - it's legendary around these parts.
Address: Minden Fairgrounds Minden ON
Send an Email 1 705 489-2705
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Summer Sidewalk Adventure
Aug 16
Huntsville's Summer Sidewalk Adventure is a great day out for the whole family. Music from the Northern Lights Steel Orchestra will float down Main Street as kids have fun with the inflatables, shops burst out into the street with exciting displays and sales and surprises await around every corner, all the way to the Swing Bridge.
Address: Main St. Downtown Huntsville, Huntsville ON
Send an Email 1 705 789-1400
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