Friday and Sunday – The Collingwood Summer Music Festival, New Life Church. A festival that caters to a wide variety of audiences showcasing musical performances by internationally renowned artists. Friday’s performance features Rolston String Quartet while Sunday’s theme is Family Fun – Carnival of the Animals/The Hockey Sweater – World Premiere. Info: www.collingwoodfestival.com or call 705-445-3841

Saturday and Sunday – Sidelaunch Days, Collingwood Harbour. Collingwood’s Annual Harbour Festival features SUP Races and Demos; Free Canoe, Kayaking and Sailing; Harbour Boat Tours; Side Launch Brewing Dockside Bar; Food; Art Promenade; Two Day Wakeboarding Competition; Kites over Collingwood; Two Amphitheatre Concerts and much more! Info: www.southgeorgianbay.ca or call 888-227-8667

Saturday and Sunday – Mountain Music Series, Blue Mountain Village. This series will get you out of your seat and dancing to high-energy entertainment on the Blue Mountain Village stage. Plus enjoy family-friendly activities all weekend long! Info: www.bluemountainvillage.ca or call 705-444-7398

During your stay, get the latest on new homes and chalets in Collingwood and the Town of the Blue Mountains by visiting MacPherson Builders’ 6,000 square foot sales centre at 5 Cranberry Trail East (corner of Hwy. #26 and Cranberry Trail East) in Collingwood. Hours are Wed-Sun noon to 5 p.m. Or call 705-293-2201 to learn more.