Manitoulin Culinary Tourism

Holiday Christmas Market - Mindemoya
2025-10-27 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Freshwater Community Church, 51 Yonge St., Mindemoya, Ontario, P0P 2C0, Canada
Holiday Christmas Market – Mindemoya
From 10-2 pm at the Freshwater Community Church. There is also a Chili Lunch. For more information contract Karlene Scott 705-869-7695

Karaoke Night at Manitoulin Hotel & Conference Centre
2025-10-25 21:00 - 2025-10-26 02:00 | Manitoulin Hotel & Conference Centre, 66 Meredith St East, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Karaoke Night at Manitoulin Hotel & Conference Centre
$5 beer & huge prizes to be won!
Gather the crew and let’s sing all night!

𝘿𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩!

Cafe in the Woods Wendell & Wheat
2025-10-25 18:30 - 21:00 | Manitoulin Ski Chalet, 2619 Hwy 540, Little Current, ON, P0P 1K0, Canada
Cafe in the Woods Wendell & Wheat
October 25th
Save the date for this dynamic duo Wendell & Wheat who will entertain us with music, laughter, awe
and connection. For those who are unfamiliar with Wendell …he is
regarded as one of Canada’s most irreverent, hilarious and uber talented guitar pickers who had wowed audiences around the world performing with
a veritable who’s who in the music business. Accompanying Wendell is the powerhouse vocalist/singer songwriter/guitarist Katherine Wheatley. These
two artists have periodically partnered over many years in sharing their
talent, joy and love of performing live…an evening not to be missed.
Saturday, October 25th…doors open 6:30 pm and show starts at 7:30 pm
For those new to Manitoulin the venue location is our ski chalet located
at 2619 Hwy 540 Little Current. Watch for the sandwich board at the
highway entrance.Tickets are $25 and preferred payment is by email to
manitoulinskiclub@gmail.com. or call me for other options (249)997-0009.

The Fall Holistic Healing Fair
2025-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Manitoulin Hotel & Conference Centre, 66 Meredith St East, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
The Fall Holistic Healing Fair
Join us at the Manitoulin Holistic Healing Fair™ for a day of mind & body rejuvenation, packed with all things wellness vendors!

🔮✨ Call Your Best Witches! A world of boo-tiful wellness is back in town! ✨🔮
Join us for the Spook-tacular Manitoulin Holistic Healing Fair™! Unearth the mysteries of wellness this Halloween season at the most enchanting event of the year. Mark your calendars for Saturday October 25, 2025 at the Manitoulin Hotel & Conference Centre from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM.
Step into the magical realm where holistic healing reigns supreme. Explore spine-tingling alternative therapies, discover natural remedies, and embrace wellness practices that nourish the mind, body, and spirit.
🆓 FREE PARKING – 🆓 FREE ENTRY!
Your entry ticket isn’t just a pass; it gives you access to our wellness draws and a chance to play Spin to Win! Come see what haunting prizes await you! 🎃✨
✨ The Early Ghouls Get the Goodies!✨ The first 50 attendees will receive enchanted Wellness Swag Bags filled with spellbinding treasures!

Northern Ontario Women (NOW) Networking Event at Bittersweet Tea Co.
2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Bittersweeet Tea Company, 6284 Hwy 540, M'Chigeeng, Ontario, P0P 1G0, Canada
Northern Ontario Women (NOW) Networking Event at Bittersweet Tea Co.

In Celebration of Canada’s upcoming Small Business Week (Oct. 19-25), the NOW (Northern Ontario Women) Program is excited to collaborate with the Bittersweet Tea Co. to host a networking event aimed at connecting local women entrepreneurs.

In addition to a representative from the NOW Program, also in attendance at this event will be …

1) Kristin Luoma, Northern Development Advisor with the Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth

AND

2) Heidi Ferguson, Economic Development Officer with LAMBAC (LaCloche Manitoulin Business Assistance Corporation)
To register, please email Susan at now@lambac.org.

The Witches Walk
2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Little Current, Ontario, Canada
The Witches Walk in Downtown Little Current
Come dressed in a witches costume, dance, and enjoy some refreshments. Please bring a non-perishable item for the Manitoulin Family Resources food bank

Fall Colors - North Channel Cruise Lines
2025-10-18 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-11 11:00 - 16:00 | North Channel Cruise Lines, 1 Water St. West, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Fall Colors – North Channel Cruise Lines
Join us for an unforgettable autumn escape into the heart of the North Channel and the La Cloche Mountains, where fiery reds, golden yellows, and deep oranges blanket the rugged ridges and shorelines! This boat tour takes you to the private island property of Louisa Island, an exclusive hidden gem nestled within La Cloche Provincial Park. Step ashore onto the secluded sand beach, where the forest meets the water’s edge, and breathe in the crisp, fresh fall air of northern Ontario. Lace up your boots for a hike along the island’s scenic trail, winding through vibrant mixed forest and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain landscape ablaze with fall colour. Hike is optional. Don’t want to hike? Hang out onboard or at the heated events tent! After your hike, head into the spacious tent and enjoy a fish fry lunch, cooked on-site and served with all the fixings. Grab a cocktail and check out a quality music performance featuring top Sudbury musicians Natalie Crispo and Falcon! Whether you’re snapping photos of the kaleidoscope canopy, soaking in the serenity of the wilderness, or just enjoying a meal with good company and great live music, this is fall at its finest!
Tour Includes:  Return scenic boat ride from Little Current to Louisa Island/LaCloche Park  Time to relax on a beautiful sand beach and granite rock formations  Hike exploring the beautiful Louisa Island  Fish fry meal Tour dates and timelines: Saturday October 4 and Saturday October 11 Boarding at 10:30am – Departure 10:45am – Return to dock in LC 3:45/4:00pm Saturday October 18 th (19+ on this evening, season closing tour) Boarding at 3:30pm – Departure – 3:45pm Return to dock in LC 8:45/9:00p

Holiday Markets at JD's in Tehkummah
2025-10-18 10:00 - 2025-10-19 16:00 | JD’s Garden Centre, 231 Side Road 10, Tehkummah, Ontario, P0P 2C0, Canada
Holiday Markets at JD’s in Tehkummah

Holiday Markets at JD’S

Because nothing says festive cheer like wandering through the Greenhouse with a cinnamon bun in one hand and a handmade gift in the other!

Join us for holiday markets packed with local makers, seasonal treats, and gifts so good, you’ll “accidentally” keep them. And yes – plants behaving like it’s still summer.

Support local. Shop festive. Mentally prepare to need a second trip to the car.

705 859 2393

Central Manitoulin Fall Market
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Providence Bay Arena, 5143 Hwy 551, Providence Bay, Ontario, P0P 1T0, Canada
Central Manitoulin Fall Market
Bringing small micro business’s together for one amazing market. You will find handmade goods, home décor, clothing, FOOD and so much more.

Split Rail Corn Hole Tournament 2025
2025-10-16 - 2025-11-20 | Split Rail Brewery, 31 Water St,, Gore Bay, Ontario, P0P 1H0, Canada
Split Rail Corn Hole Tournament 2025
Think you’ve got what it takes to be Split Rail’s 2025 Fall Corn Hole Champion? 🏆
WHEN: Thursday Eves, Oct 16 – Nov 20
TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
WHERE: Split Rail, 31 Water St., Gore Bay
Grab your partner and bring your A-game! It’s time to show everyone who rules the boards! Ready to compete for ultimate bragging rights?
To register your team:
📞 Call Shirley: (705) 370-8284 or
📧 Email Shirley@splitrailmanitoulin.com

Fall Colors - North Channel Cruise Lines
2025-10-04 11:00 - 16:00 | North Channel Cruise Lines, 1 Water St. West, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Fall Colors – North Channel Cruise Lines
Enjoy a day on the water and the beautiful fall colors as we bring the season to a close.

Truth and Reconciliation Pow Wow
2025-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Four Direction Complex, AOK, 1300 ON-540, Aundek Omni Kaning, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Truth and Reconciliation Pow Wow
Mnaamodzawin will be hosting their first ever Truth and Reconciliation Jiindamok!When: Saturday October 4, 2025Where: 4Directions Complex Aundeck Omni KaningStart: 12 noon
Honorarium for invited drums only
Vendors/staff/flag carrierscontact Nina Jane for more informationnina.jane@mnaamodzawin.com705-368-2182 ext 230

Weengushk International Film Festival
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Four Direction Complex, AOK, 1300 ON-540, Aundek Omni Kaning, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Weengushk International Film Festival
Venue 1: Four Directions Complex1300 HWY 540 Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation, ON

OCTOBER 3, 2025 – OPENING NIGHT OCTOBER 4, 2025 – WORKSHOPS at WFI OCTOBER 5, 2025 – RED CARPET AWARDS GALA

Kenjgewin Teg Annual Fall Harvest Festival
2025-10-02 09:30 - 14:00 | M’Chigeeng Pow Wow Grounds, 325 Highway 551, M'Chigeeng, Ontario, P0P 1N0, Canada
Kenjgewin Teg Annual Fall Harvest Festival

Join us for Fall Harvest Thursday, October 2, 2025 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM M’Chigeeng Powwow GroundsThis community event is open to all—come celebrate the season together!

Fred Eaglesmith In Concert
2025-09-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Gore Bay Community Centre, 15 Water St., Gore Bay, Ontario, P0P 1H0, Canada
Fred Eaglesmith In Concert
At the Gore Bay Community Hall $50 in advance
visit www.fredeaglesmith.com

Manitoulin Pottery Tour
2025-09-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Manitoulin Pottery Tour
-Pick up early Christmas Gifts and enjoy the fall colors while visiting a variety of potters across Manitoulin Island. Call 705-919-4534 or email gmtreasure58@gmail.com
Go to link for list and location of potters.

6 Foot Festival
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-27 | Debajehmujig Theatre Manitowaning, 43 Queen Street, Manitowaning, Ontario, P0P 2J0, Canada
6 Foot Festival
Debajehmujig Storytellers invites you to be part of our 16th Annual Six-Foot Festival (Land, Art, Food)! This year’s theme is AKI NOO’OOMA – “The Earth’s Language”
Details to be added once all installation artists, performers, musicians, painters, writers, sculptors have been identified.

Traditional Cooking at Kenjgewin Teg Open House
2025-09-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Kenjgwein Teg, 374 Hwy 551, M'Chigeeng, Ontario, P0P 0A2, Canada
Traditional Cooking at Kenjgewin Teg Open House
Visit the outdoor cookhouse to discover traditional cooking techniques with Corey MacDonald of Noojmowin Teg and sample some delicious food.

Sheguiandah Fall Fair
2025-09-13 09:30 - 15:00 | Sheguindah Museum, 10962 Highway 6, Sheguindah, Ontario, Canada
Sheguiandah Fall Fair
at the Centennial Museum
September 13th, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Get your entries ready! Books available at the Town Office, NEMI Library, Centennial Museum, and Manitoulin Expositor

Benjamin Islands – North Channel Cruise Lines
2025-09-09 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-08-31 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-08-24 09:30 - 15:30 | North Channel Cruise Lines, 1 Water St. West, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Benjamin Islands – North Channel Cruise Lines
The Benjamin Islands are pure gems only to be discovered on Lake Huron. Windswept pines and secluded picturesque smooth granite islands in every direction.

Annual Manitowaning Fall Fair
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-06 | Manitowaning Arena/Fair Grounds, 59 Vankoughnet St., Manitowaning, Ontario, Canada
The 149th Annual Manitowaning Fall Fair is set to take place on September 5 and 6, 2025, at the Manitowaning Fairgrounds in Manitowaning, Ontario. Organized by the Manitowaning Agricultural Society, this cherished event celebrates the region’s agricultural heritage and community spirit.
This year’s fair, themed “Barnyard Boogie,” promises a weekend filled with traditional fair activities and family-friendly entertainment. Attendees can look forward to agricultural exhibits, livestock shows, homecraft displays, and various competitions. Highlights include the 4-H exhibits, horse halter classes, horse pulls, and the ever-popular tea biscuit competition, where the coveted “tea biscuit crown” is awarded to the best baker.
In addition to the agricultural showcases, the fair offers a range of activities for all ages, such as a classic car show, live music performances, a parade, and children’s games like the fish pond and spike driving competitions. Visitors can also explore local vendors, participate in silent auctions, and enjoy delicious food offerings throughout the fairgrounds.

Voyage to Killarney – North Channel Cruise Lines
2025-09-01 09:30 - 16:30, 2025-08-25 09:30 - 16:30 | North Channel Cruise Lines, 1 Water St. West, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Voyage to Killarney – North Channel Cruise Lines
Entering the Town of Killarney by water is a highlight for many experienced sailors. Join us on a day trip filled with scenery, fresh air and locally caught fish n’ chips!

2025 Sunset Music Series – Providence Bay Beach
2025-08-31 06:30 - 22:00 | Providence Bay Beach, 24 Muchmore Street, Providence Bay, ON, Canada
2025 Sunset Music Series – Providence Bay Beach
on the boardwalk beside Huron Island Time where you can get a meal and or an ice cream while you sit and enjoy the show. Bring a sweater and blanket as the evenings get cool
BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR.
August 31st Grand Finale with Netish and Friends

2025 Sunset Music Series – Providence Bay Beach
2025-08-30 18:30 - 21:00 | Providence Bay Beach, 24 Muchmore Street, Providence Bay, ON, Canada
2025 Sunset Music Series – Providence Bay Beach
on the boardwalk beside Huron Island Time where you can get a meal and or an ice cream while you sit and enjoy the show. Bring a sweater and blanket as the evenings get cool
BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR.
August 30th Kristine St. Pierre

2025 Sunset Music Series – Providence Bay Beach
2025-08-29 18:30 - 21:00 | Providence Bay Beach, 24 Muchmore Street, Providence Bay, ON, Canada
2025 Sunset Music Series – Providence Bay Beach
on the boardwalk beside Huron Island Time where you can get a meal and or an ice cream while you sit and enjoy the show. Bring a sweater and blanket as the evenings get cool
BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR.
August 29th Teilhard Frost

Baie Fine Fjord aboard The Grand Heron – North Channel Cruise Lines
2025-08-26 09:30 - 16:30 | North Channel Cruise Lines, 1 Water St. West, Little Current, Ontario, P0P 1K0, Canada
Baie Fine Fjord aboard The Grand Heron – North Channel Cruise Lines
French for Slender Bay, this rugged and beautiful freshwater fjord is a sight to behold. Enjoy a hike in Killarney Park and swim in the secluded Lake Topaz.
