Events

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is updating its Corporate Communications Plan in 2024, and you can be part of that process by taking a brief survey.

Join us at the Dorset Parkette (22602 Highway 35) on Saturday, June 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Dorset Arts, Crafts and Antiques Show. Support local artisans and enjoy music by Junkyard Symphony (sponsored by Dorset Community Partnership) with show times at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. 

Take a step back in time with Dorset Heritage Day at the Dorset Heritage Museum (1040 Main Street) on Saturday, June 29. Outdoor exhibits will include steam-powered machinery, antique automobiles and tractors, as well as visit from the 35th Battalion.

The Township of Algonquin Highlands continues to seek volunteer coaches for the Stanhope Soccer League this summer. 

Dorset area residents will notice a significant amount of cyclist traffic this weekend as the Huntsville-based Spin the Lakes Cycle Tour takes place on Saturday, May 25. A fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association, hundreds of cyclists are registered to take part in this event, which features four routes, one of which passes directly through the hamlet of Dorset.

Please note the Community Yard Sale that had been scheduled for this Saturday, May 11 at the Oxtongue Lake Community Centre has been cancelled due a lack of registration. 

Tuesday, May 14 marks the the Provincial Day of Action on Litter in Ontario. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is hosting a spring fly-in at the Stanhope Municipal Airport on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It’s National Volunteer Week and Algonquin Highlands Council is celebrating the many residents who volunteer their time and energy to make Township events, activities, attractions and programming a reality.

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is currently seeking volunteer coaches to assist with this summer's Stanhope Soccer League.