Things to Do on Thanksgiving Weekend!

🦃 Things to Do on Thanksgiving Weekend in Muskoka (2025 Edition) 🍂

Cottage Life Tips Series | Jeffrey Braun | Corcoran Horizon Realty

There’s no better place to spend Thanksgiving weekend than Muskoka — where vibrant fall colours meet crackling fireplaces, cozy family traditions, and unforgettable outdoor adventures. Whether you're a full-time resident, cottager, or first-time visitor, Thanksgiving 2025 in Muskoka promises something magical for everyone. From festive dining experiences and iconic fall hikes to cranberry harvests and scenic lake cruises, here’s your go-to guide for the best things to do this Thanksgiving weekend in Muskoka.

📆 Thanksgiving Weekend 2025: October 10–13

🍁 1. Fall Colours & Scenic Lookouts

Peak fall foliage hits just in time for the long weekend! Pack your hiking boots and camera and explore some of Muskoka’s top trails and vistas:

Huckleberry Rock Lookout – Legendary views over Lake Muskoka
Lion’s Lookout, Huntsville – A favourite for golden-hour photos
Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower – Climb for 360° fall panoramas

Or enjoy a self-guided driving tour through back roads, past waterfalls, winding lakefronts, and charming towns. Every turn is a postcard.

🥂 2. Thanksgiving Dining Experiences

Thanksgiving is all about great food and good company, and Muskoka’s restaurants and resorts are ready to deliver.

Top Picks:

Deerhurst Resort’s Thanksgiving Buffet (Oct 10–13): Open to the public, with all the classics plus Muskoka-made desserts
Taboo Muskoka & Bayview Wildwood Resorts: Offer full meal packages, lakeside dining, and take-home turkey dinners
Local favourites in Port Carling & Bracebridge: Watch for Thanksgiving specials, and reserve early

💡 Pro tip: Book your dinner ahead—holiday weekend dining sells out fast!

🌊 3. Take a Scenic Lake Cruise

There’s no better way to experience Muskoka’s fall colours than from the water.

Hop aboard:

Lady Muskoka II (Bracebridge)
Lady Rosseau (Lake Rosseau)
Historic steamships offering Thanksgiving-themed cruises

Enjoy crisp air, stunning foliage, and a narrated history of the region — a must-do for first-timers and returning visitors alike.

👉 Book a cruise

🍷 4. Cranberry Harvest at Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery

This iconic fall tradition in Bala is unlike anything else in Ontario:

Wagon tours & wine tasting
Hiking trails & autumn photo ops
The famous Cranberry Plunge – yes, you can wade into the berries!

Perfect for families, couples, and anyone who loves fall festivals with a farm-to-table twist.

👉 Plan your visit

🔥 5. Resort Activities & Family Fun

Resorts across Muskoka are offering all-inclusive holiday weekends, complete with:

Pumpkin patches & golden pumpkin hunts 🎃
Bonfires & s’mores under the stars
Canoeing, kayaking, disc golf, and nature walks
Live music, kids’ games, and seasonal crafts

Check out:

Deerhurst Resort (Huntsville)
Bayview Wildwood Resort (Severn Bridge)
Taboo Muskoka (Gravenhurst)

You don’t have to stay overnight to enjoy the fun—many offer day passes or public dining.

🎨 6. Local Markets, Art, and Culture

Explore farmers markets, artisan pop-ups, and galleries across:

Port Carling – Home to the famous outdoor murals
Gravenhurst & Bracebridge – Historic downtowns & boutique shops
Huntsville – Live music, art walks, and cozy cafés

It’s the perfect time to pick up Muskoka-made gifts, local honey, autumn produce, and seasonal décor.

🛶 7. Bonus Cottage Life Tip: Make It Yours

Don’t forget the simplest joys:

Morning coffee on the dock wrapped in a wool blanket
Evening hot tubs under the stars
Family board games by the fireplace
Cooking a feast together in your cottage kitchen

This is what Muskoka Thanksgiving is all about — celebrating the season, the people, and the place that feeds your soul.

📍 Thanksgiving Weekend in Muskoka – At a Glance

Experience & Location & Dates

Thanksgiving Buffet: Deerhurst Resort - Oct 10–13

Cranberry Harvest Festival: Bala - All weekend

Lady Muskoka Lake Cruises: Bracebridge & Rosseau - Oct 11–13

Dorset Lookout Tower Hike: Dorset - Any day

Art & Music Events: Gravenhurst, Huntsville - All weekend

🔑 Planning to Make Muskoka Home?

Thanksgiving isn’t just a visit—it’s a feeling. And if you’ve been dreaming about making that feeling last year-round, now is the perfect time to explore real estate opportunities in Muskoka.

Whether it’s a seasonal cottage, year-round retreat, or land to build your dream, I’m here to guide your journey.

📩 Start the conversation with Realtor Jeffrey Braun at JeffreyBraun.ca
🏡 Backed by Corcoran Horizon Realty – Local Roots, Global Reach

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