Guided Walk: Cache Lake History
From railroads and hotels, to cars and camping, Cache Lake demonstrates the changes that make this provincial park what it is today. Join staff of The Friends of Algonquin Park to explore this major site in the history and creation of the Park focusing on the years from 1880 to 1960.
Location: Cache Lake Access Point.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Pete Moss Children’s Concert
Join Pete Moss acclaimed children's musician to connect people of all ages with the natural world through this special presentation brought to you by The Friends of Algonquin Park. . Drawing inspiration from everyday birds, plants and weather, Pete’s playful, folksy style and sophisticated songwriting has been featured on CBC's Here and Now, Owl Magazine and City TV. With lines proclaiming “the sun, the moon, the stars are shining, in one dandelion” and referring to Chickadees as the “timbits of the sky” Pete’s songs inspire empathy, wonder and affection toward living things.
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre. Event Type: Family. Age: All Ages.
Saturday, June 27, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Special Art Exhibit: 100 Years of Camping in Algonquin Park & Fully Completely
View the Algonquin Park related works of Kathleen Earl Fox and Andrew Zahorouski in the Algonquin Room at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre from May 1 to July 1, 2026. Over the course of a year, the Visitor Centre’s Algonquin Room presents different exhibitions of Algonquin-themed art by area artists. The art is available for sale and a portion of each sale is dedicated to The Friends of Algonquin Park who, in turn, use these monies to enhance the educational and interpretive programs in Algonquin. Stop by to view some exciting work, and maybe meet the artist, too! This exhibit is open during the operating dates and hours of the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre.
A Combination Show, 100 Years of Camping in Algonquin Park - One hundred years ago, the call of the Algonquin wilderness was just as compelling as it is today. A family visited sites in the park from 1910 to 1937, then sold their possessions and built a remote log cabin by a lake in today’s Algonquin Park. The many photos they took while camping are…
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre. Event Type: Special Events & Guests. Age: All Ages.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Park Canoeing Workshop
The Friends of Algonquin Park are pleased to offer on-the-water Experience Algonquin Workshops for visitors who wish to learn the basics of canoeing. Designed for participants that have no, or little, canoeing experience, spend 3-hours learning the fundamentals of tandem canoeing with a certified canoe instructor. Discover canoe strokes from the bow and stern, how to safely enter and exit a canoe, how to stay upright, what to do in an emergency, portage techniques, and much more. An excellent workshop for families or former canoeists wishing to improve their skills on the water and build their confidence with safe canoeing practices.
Requirements, No canoeing experience is required. This in an introductory course to learn the fundamentals of tandem canoeing. Participants must be 13 years of age or older. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered and participating adult aged 18 or older. All participants must weigh 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more. Participants need to come…
Location: Lake of Two Rivers East Beach Boat Ramp. Event Type: Workshops. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Park Canoeing Workshop
The Friends of Algonquin Park are pleased to offer on-the-water Experience Algonquin Workshops for visitors who wish to learn the basics of canoeing. Designed for participants that have no, or little, canoeing experience, spend 3-hours learning the fundamentals of tandem canoeing with a certified canoe instructor. Discover canoe strokes from the bow and stern, how to safely enter and exit a canoe, how to stay upright, what to do in an emergency, portage techniques, and much more. An excellent workshop for families or former canoeists wishing to improve their skills on the water and build their confidence with safe canoeing practices.
Requirements, No canoeing experience is required. This in an introductory course to learn the fundamentals of tandem canoeing. Participants must be 13 years of age or older. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered and participating adult aged 18 or older. All participants must weigh 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more. Participants need to come…
Location: Lake of Two Rivers East Beach Boat Ramp. Event Type: Workshops. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Special Exhibitions: Rangers & Game Wardens
Two special exhibitions at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre available during normal operating hours.
Not a Job but a Calling: Rangers, Game Wardens and the Ontario Forest School – A travelling exhibition produced by the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre explores what it takes to work in natural resources management and the fascinating history behind the careers.
Efficient Guardians: The Rangers of Algonquin Park – Featuring artifacts, photographs, and records from the Algonquin Park Provincial Park Archives & Collections, this temporary exhibition explores the lives and duties of the Rangers who have cared for Algonquin Park for over 130 years.
Hosted by The Friends of Algonquin Park, in cooperation with Ontario Parks.
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre.
Saturday, July 11, 2026 – Friday, July 31, 2026.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Park Canoeing Workshop
The Friends of Algonquin Park are pleased to offer on-the-water Experience Algonquin Workshops for visitors who wish to learn the basics of canoeing. Designed for participants that have no, or little, canoeing experience, spend 3-hours learning the fundamentals of tandem canoeing with a certified canoe instructor. Discover canoe strokes from the bow and stern, how to safely enter and exit a canoe, how to stay upright, what to do in an emergency, portage techniques, and much more. An excellent workshop for families or former canoeists wishing to improve their skills on the water and build their confidence with safe canoeing practices.
Requirements, No canoeing experience is required. This in an introductory course to learn the fundamentals of tandem canoeing. Participants must be 13 years of age or older. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered and participating adult aged 18 or older. All participants must weigh 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more. Participants need to come…
Location: Lake of Two Rivers East Beach Boat Ramp. Event Type: Workshops. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Free Day Use in Algonquin Park
Join the Healthy Parks, Healthy People movement by celebrating the health benefits of nature. We invite you to celebrate the many health benefits of spending time in nature. All operating provincial parks in Ontario will waive day-use fees to encourage people to visit parks and be active. Charges for facilities not normally included with regular day-use fees still apply.
Friday, July 17, 2026.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Loggers Day
Join us for this highly entertaining and educational day when the Algonquin Logging Museum comes to life. Brought to you by The Friends of Algonquin Park, the Algonquin Forestry Authority, in cooperation with Ontario Parks.
Take in the demonstrations around the Logging Museum trail and try the old-time loggers' lunch served in the sawlog cookery from 12:00 to 2:00pm, or while quantities last. For more information see http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/news/loggers_day.php
Admission to this event is a minimum donation of $2 per person. This event is brought to you by The Friends of Algonquin Park, and associated partners, as one of summer's Special Events.
Please watch the Special Events Calendar for the latest updates. Or keep up-to-date about this event automatically. Select "More Event Actions" (below) and then email or text event details and reminders. You will receive automatic reminders for this event as they are posted.
Location: Algonquin Logging Museum. Event Type: Family. Kids. Outdoor Program. Special Events & Guests. Age: All Ages.
Saturday, July 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Meet the Researcher Day
The Friends of Algonquin Park and the Algonquin Wildlife Research Station invites you to spend time with researchers who use Algonquin Park as their laboratory. Meet those who study reptiles and amphibians, birds, small mammals, fish, wolves, and even humans (through archaeology).
A fundraising barbecue (noon to 2:00pm, or while quantities last) is hosted by The Friends of Algonquin Park in support of research in the Park, and free draws take place for great prizes generously donated by local businesses and organizations. Suitable for all ages.
This event is brought to you by The Friends of Algonquin Park, and associated partners, as one of summer's Special Events.
Please watch the Special Events Calendar for the latest updates. Or keep up-to-date about this event automatically. Select "More Event Actions" (below) and then email or text reminders and you will receive automatic updates for this event as they are posted.
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre. Event Type: Family. Indoor Program. Outdoor Program. Plants & Animals. Historical. Age: All Ages.
Thursday, July 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Special Exhibitions: Rangers & Game Wardens
Two special exhibitions at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre available during normal operating hours.
Not a Job but a Calling: Rangers, Game Wardens and the Ontario Forest School – A travelling exhibition produced by the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre explores what it takes to work in natural resources management and the fascinating history behind the careers.
Efficient Guardians: The Rangers of Algonquin Park – Featuring artifacts, photographs, and records from the Algonquin Park Provincial Park Archives & Collections, this temporary exhibition explores the lives and duties of the Rangers who have cared for Algonquin Park for over 130 years.
Hosted by The Friends of Algonquin Park, in cooperation with Ontario Parks.
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre.
Saturday, August 1, 2026 – Monday, August 31, 2026.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Park Canoeing Workshop
The Friends of Algonquin Park are pleased to offer on-the-water Experience Algonquin Workshops for visitors who wish to learn the basics of canoeing. Designed for participants that have no, or little, canoeing experience, spend 3-hours learning the fundamentals of tandem canoeing with a certified canoe instructor. Discover canoe strokes from the bow and stern, how to safely enter and exit a canoe, how to stay upright, what to do in an emergency, portage techniques, and much more. An excellent workshop for families or former canoeists wishing to improve their skills on the water and build their confidence with safe canoeing practices.
Requirements, No canoeing experience is required. This in an introductory course to learn the fundamentals of tandem canoeing. Participants must be 13 years of age or older. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered and participating adult aged 18 or older. All participants must weigh 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more. Participants need to come…
Location: Lake of Two Rivers East Beach Boat Ramp. Event Type: Workshops. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Peoples All Nations Gathering
Join the Algonquin Peoples for the 32nd Annual All Nations Gathering. Hosted by the Whitney and Area Algonquins. For more information call 613-637-1453.
Location: Whitefish Lake Special Events Site (south on Cenntenial Ridges Road at km 37.6). Age: All Ages.
Saturday, August 8, 2026 – Sunday, August 9, 2026.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Park Canoeing Workshop
The Friends of Algonquin Park are pleased to offer on-the-water Experience Algonquin Workshops for visitors who wish to learn the basics of canoeing. Designed for participants that have no, or little, canoeing experience, spend 3-hours learning the fundamentals of tandem canoeing with a certified canoe instructor. Discover canoe strokes from the bow and stern, how to safely enter and exit a canoe, how to stay upright, what to do in an emergency, portage techniques, and much more. An excellent workshop for families or former canoeists wishing to improve their skills on the water and build their confidence with safe canoeing practices.
Requirements, No canoeing experience is required. This in an introductory course to learn the fundamentals of tandem canoeing. Participants must be 13 years of age or older. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered and participating adult aged 18 or older. All participants must weigh 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more. Participants need to come…
Location: Lake of Two Rivers East Beach Boat Ramp. Event Type: Workshops. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Algonquin Park Canoeing Workshop
The Friends of Algonquin Park are pleased to offer on-the-water Experience Algonquin Workshops for visitors who wish to learn the basics of canoeing. Designed for participants that have no, or little, canoeing experience, spend 3-hours learning the fundamentals of tandem canoeing with a certified canoe instructor. Discover canoe strokes from the bow and stern, how to safely enter and exit a canoe, how to stay upright, what to do in an emergency, portage techniques, and much more. An excellent workshop for families or former canoeists wishing to improve their skills on the water and build their confidence with safe canoeing practices.
Requirements, No canoeing experience is required. This in an introductory course to learn the fundamentals of tandem canoeing. Participants must be 13 years of age or older. All participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a registered and participating adult aged 18 or older. All participants must weigh 25 kilograms (55 pounds) or more. Participants need to come…
Location: Lake of Two Rivers East Beach Boat Ramp. Event Type: Workshops. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Special Exhibitions: Rangers & Game Wardens
Two special exhibitions at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre available during normal operating hours.
Not a Job but a Calling: Rangers, Game Wardens and the Ontario Forest School – A travelling exhibition produced by the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre explores what it takes to work in natural resources management and the fascinating history behind the careers.
Efficient Guardians: The Rangers of Algonquin Park – Featuring artifacts, photographs, and records from the Algonquin Park Provincial Park Archives & Collections, this temporary exhibition explores the lives and duties of the Rangers who have cared for Algonquin Park for over 130 years.
Hosted by The Friends of Algonquin Park, in cooperation with Ontario Parks.
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca. Celebrating Algonquin Park
Join us for an intimate evening of presentations on the beauty and magic of Algonquin Park and the Canadian wilderness. This unique evening will include an opportunity to meet the presenters, silent auction, door prizes and refreshments. This evening is brought to you by The Friends of Algonquin Park in support of Algonquin Park’s educational programs. Admission and pre-registration is required and seating is limited. For tickets and additional details see https://algonquinpark.on.ca/news/celebrating_algonquin_park.php
Check back for more event details including keynote speakers.
Location: Algonquin Park Visitor Centre. Event Type: Special Events & Guests. Age: Teens. Adults. Seniors.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
For more info visit www.algonquinpark.on.ca.