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Lakefield Chocolate Creations Festival

Friday, January 30 to Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Indulge your sweet tooth at the 6th annual Lakefield Chocolate Creations Festival, running January 30 to February 17.

Visit participating Lakefield businesses, sample specialty chocolate creations, and vote for your favourites to help crown the best of the best. From chocolatey food and drinks to creative chocolate-themed creations, it’s a delicious way to discover local businesses.

Don’t forget to vote!

Freshly-made truffles and chocolates, available year-round at The Chocolate Rabbit, Lakefield
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Road Tripping in The Kawarthas

It’s about the journey AND the destinations.

Road Tripping in The Kawarthas is a partnership between kawarthaNOW, created to showcase the unique and distinct townships of The Kawarthas. Every visit to The Kawarthas supports our local economy – and adds another chapter to your story.

All Eyes On Us

The iconic Trent-Severn Waterway is the only Canadian destination to be featured in The New York Times’ “52 Places to Go in 2025”

Discover why this world-class gem continues to captivate travelers from across the globe.

By boat, by bike, by car, and by foot – discover the Trent Severn Waterway your way in The Kawarthas

Canada’s Canoe Legacy Lives Here

The Canadian Canoe Museum has earned global recognition as the only Canadian destination featured in TIME Magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places for 2025”.

Experience this world-class museum – a must-see stop on your journey through The Kawarthas.

Just a few pieces from the largest collection of canoes and paddled watercraft in the world

Written On The Dock

The Kawarthas: Naturally Unforgettable, Forever a Part of Your Story

Nestled within The Kawarthas, the Trent-Severn Waterway beckons those searching for authentic stories and meaningful connections. Carved by ancient glaciers and enriched by centuries of Indigenous stewardship and the spirit of voyageurs, this legendary waterway offers more than breathtaking landscapes, impressive locks and charming villages – it presents a refreshing way to experience cottage country, right in your own backyard.

Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine

Where the Land Feeds the Soul

Farms & Flavours in The Kawarthas

There’s a certain kind of magic that unfolds when the first bite of something fresh tells a deeper story – of soil tended with care, of hands that know the land, of traditions passed down through generations.

In The Kawarthas, that magic isn’t rare. It’s rooted in the way food is grown, shared, and celebrated.

Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine

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BlizzardFest
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BlizzardFest

February 14 at 10:00 am—Admission by cash donation

A family day of activities, music, food and games at the Buckhorn Community Centre from 10am to 3pm.

1782 Lakehurst Road
Buckhorn, ON K0L 1J0 Canada
Valentine’s Day Dinner at Kawartha Downs
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Valentine’s Day Dinner at Kawartha Downs

February 14 at 3:00 pm

Join us for 3 course Valentine’s Day Dinner in a unique venue! Single $24.99+ tax OR Two can Dine for $45.99+tax MUST be 19+ to enter NO Reservations Needed

1328 County Road 28
Fraserville, ON K0L 1V0
Valentine’s Day Comedy Show at Kawartha Downs
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Valentine’s Day Comedy Show at Kawartha Downs

February 14 at 6:00 pm—$20

Valentine’s is just around the corner, grab your tickets NOW for a night of LOVE and LAUGHTER @Kawartha Downs. Doors open at 6PM Show starts at 8PM Join us in…

1328 County Road 28
Fraserville, ON K0L 1V0
Apsley Lions Home & Cottage Show
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Apsley Lions Home & Cottage Show

May 2 at 9:00 am

☀️The Apsley Lions Home & Cottage Show is coming to town — your one-stop shop for everything home, cottage, and outdoor living! Vendors will include: • Crafts & Home Décor…

340 McFadden Rd
Apsley, K0L 1A0
Apsley Lions Home & Cottage Show
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Apsley Lions Home & Cottage Show

May 3 at 9:00 am

☀️The Apsley Lions Home & Cottage Show is coming to town — your one-stop shop for everything home, cottage, and outdoor living! Vendors will include: • Crafts & Home Décor…

340 McFadden Rd
Apsley, K0L 1A0
Middle Path Trail Race
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Middle Path Trail Race

August 15

The Middle Path Ultra and Trail race is part of the Outrace Series and Athletics Ontario Trillium Running series. The goal of the Middle Path Organization committee is to provide…

7107 Highway 28
North Kawartha, ON K0L 1A0

Local Experiences

Farm to Forest Getaway
Wood bunkie with green roof in the woods with a small front porch and white rocking chair
Authentic Adventure
Experience, Agritourism, Culinary, Outdoors

Farm to Forest Getaway

Refresh. Reconnect. Reset.
Surround yourself with trees, farm fields and the river while staying in our loft cabin nestled in the forest. Enjoy slow cooking your meals over the fire as you take in the sights and sounds of Mother Nature.

Indigenously Infused at Mitigwaaki
Owner of Indigenously Infused standing behind table with candle products on it
Authentic Adventure
Experience, Educational, Indigenous, Outdoors

Indigenously Infused at Mitigwaaki

A Behind the scenes view of the sacred medicines, and a hands on memory you’ll never forget. Take home more than a souvenir – take home a new skill, a new understanding, and a piece of your experience

Walk with alpacas
2 Alpacas being walked on a grass trail
Experience, Agritourism, Outdoors

Walk with alpacas

With patience, kindness and presence you will gain the trust of your alpaca and be ready to set off on the guided walk in the company of your new friend, with many opportunities for photos along the way.

Meet the Herd at The Mane Intent
A person pets the head of a small horse
Authentic Adventure
Experience

Meet the Herd at The Mane Intent

Get back to basics and explore an inspiring connection to nature, people and yourself. Have you long admired horses from a far, and the way that these majestic creatures have a history that is intrinsically-tied to their bond to humans? Here is your chance to tap into the connection first-hand.

Kayak the Kawarthas Experience
3 kayaks in water looking towards rocks popping out of the water
Experience, Adventure, Outdoors

Kayak the Kawarthas Experience

Kayaking is the perfect way to experience The Kawarthas!

Maple Tastings
Three people dressed for winter, each holding up a shot glass of maple syrup
Experience, Culinary, Outdoors

Maple Tastings

Make this a date to remember, immerse yourself in the sweetest love story nature has to offer. Join us and let the romance of maple syrup steal your heart!

Getting to The Kawarthas

  • Toronto, ON
    137km/85mi (1hr 40mins drive)
  • Ottawa, ON
    271km/168mi (3hrs 16mins drive)
  • Kingston, ON
    180km/112mi (2hrs 10mins drive)
  • Niagara Falls, ON
    263km/163mi (2hr 58mins drive)
  • Hamilton, ON
    203km/126mi (2hr 21mins drive)
  • Barrie, ON
    157km/98mi (2hr 6mins drive)
  • London, ON
    316km/196mi (3hr 30mins drive)
  • Rochester, NY
    438km/272mi (6hr 11mins drive)
  • Buffalo, NY
    294km/183mi (3hr 56mins drive)
Proximity map of Peterborough & the Kawarthas