Doors Open Ontario presenting sponsor
Doors Open Ontario presenting sponsor

Kawartha Lakes

event information

Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join us in celebrating the 25th anniversary of Kawartha Lakes! Kawartha Lakes was created in 2001 as a new amalgamated municipality from the former townships and villages of Victoria County. This year, we're highlighting spaces of civic engagement that helped shape our history as we mark this milestone.

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Visitor information

Plan your Doors Open weekend in Kawartha Lakes and enjoy our waterways, villages and peaceful country roads. Fall is the perfect time to experience our communities, travel along our trails and visit our local farms to see all that Kawartha Lakes has to offer.

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Academy TheatreDoors Open Kawartha Lakes

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Academy Theatre

The Academy Theatre, which hosts musical and theatrical acts throughout the year as Lindsay's premiere performance space, opened its doors in 1893. Visit this building to experience a behind-the-scenes look at this local landmark. Theatre staff will be running ghost tours throughout the day to introduce visitors to the building's haunted past. Register in advance for one of their tours.

  • Guided tours available
  • Kid-friendly
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

2 Lindsay Street South
Lindsay, Ontario
Email: boxoffice@academytheatre.ca
https://www.flatoacademytheatre.com

Architecture

Year built: 1892
Building type: Concert hall Historical landmark Theatre
Architect: William Blackwell

Dates/hours open

Sep 13 - Sep 13

Kawartha Lakes City HallDoors Open Kawartha Lakes

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Kawartha Lakes City Hall

The Kawartha Lakes City Hall has served as the city's primary administrative building since amalgamation in 2001. Come and see where council meets, discover works by local artists, and explore an exhibit about the history of Kawartha Lakes to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Check out the visiting exhibit, Their Votes Counted, marking the 100th anniversary of Canadian women voting.

  • Full wheelchair access
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

26 Francis Street
Lindsay, Ontario
https://www.kawarthalakes.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1863
Building type: Courthouse Government building Historical landmark
Architect: Cumberland and Storm

Dates/hours open

Sep 13 - Sep 13

Kawartha Lakes Museum & ArchivesDoors Open Kawartha Lakes

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Kawartha Lakes Museum & Archives

The Kawartha Lakes Museum & Archives is located in the former Lindsay Gaol, constructed in 1863, and showcases historical artifacts from Lindsay and the surrounding area. Come and experience the history of Kawartha Lakes with their range of exhibits as well as aspects of the former jail, such as the cell blocks that still exist inside the museum.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Contact info

50 Victoria Avenue North
Lindsay, Ontario
https://www.oldegaolmuseum.ca

Architecture

Year built: 1863
Building type: Government building Historical landmark Museum
Architect: William G. Storm

Dates/hours open

Sep 13 - Sep 13

Oakwood LibraryDoors Open Kawartha Lakes

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Oakwood Library

The Oakwood Library was constructed in 1913 as the new school for Mariposa School Section 12. Operating as a school until 1985, it became the Mariposa municipal administration building and then, in 2002, the Oakwood branch of the Kawartha Lakes Public Library. Join us to explore the building and learn about this historical institutional building in the hamlet of Oakwood.

  • Adaptive reuse
  • Kid-friendly
  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed

Architecture

Year built: 1913
Building type: Library Schoolhouse
Architect: William B. Taylor

Dates/hours open

Sep 13 - Sep 13

Woodville Town HallDoors Open Kawartha Lakes

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Woodville Town Hall

In 1903, Woodville's original 1857 Town Hall needed a replacement, and money was raised for a new structure on King Street, which included a large performance space as well as space for village council meetings and administration. Now a rental venue and community hall, it has been lovingly restored by local residents over the years, including its striking wooden interior.

  • Parking
  • Partial wheelchair access
  • Self-guided tours available
  • Washrooms
  • Photography allowed
  • Rental opportunities

Contact info

101A King Street
Woodville, Ontario

Architecture

Year built: 1903
Building type: Concert hall Government building Historical landmark
Architect: William McLean

Dates/hours open

Sep 13 - Sep 13