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The Town of Bracebridge has a variety of facilities available for rent. Our experienced booking team will assist you with your requests to ensure your needs are met. See the Facility Agreement & General Fire Policy and the Rental Agreement Checklist.
Annie Williams Memorial Park |
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Location: 50 Santa's Village Road Maintenance Inquiries: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of Operation: May, June, July (8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.); August (8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.); September (8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.); and October (8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.) Availability: May to October Bookings: Contact Catherine Harris at 705-645-1921 ext. 3702 or charris@bracebridge.ca This beautiful park hosts numerous annual community events, festivals, family reunions, staff barbecues, and picnics. This park includes:
For further information, contact Annie Williams Memorial Park |
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Bracebridge Memorial Arena |
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**Look for the opening of the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre in 2024. For up to date construction photos and more information go to Engage Bracebridge Hours of operation: Varies Availability: Varies Bookings: Contact Tim Bennett at 705-645-1921 ext. 3771 tbennett@bracebridge.ca or Will Crowe ext. 3730 wcrowe@bracebrige.ca or go to the Be Active page and scroll down to find facility bookings at the Memorial Arena. The Bracebridge Memorial Arena was constructed in 1949 replacing the Yearley's rink that burned in 1944. An important recreation facility for the community, it is host to a number of activities including: ice hockey, figure skating, public skating, recreation programs and special events. In January 1952, the facility showcased to two teams consisting of retired National Hockey League players competing for the first time making it the start of NHL Oldtimers' Hockey and the filming of the first hockey game played in Canada to be seen on network television. The arena houses an indoor ice surface and summer dry floor surface, concession operation, meeting room, community hall with a kitchen and bar area and the Sports Hall of Fame. The Arena is home to the Bracebridge Skating Club, South Muskoka Minor Hockey Club and the Bracebridge Sports Hall of Fame showcasing Irvine "Ace" Bailey, Frank Carson and Roger Crozier. This facility has a seating capacity of 1200 people, with a total spectator capacity of 1400 people. It is partially wheelchair accessible, with 2 sets of washrooms, and ample parking and is adjacent to the skateboard park. We have meeting rooms available for meetings, luncheons, dinners, weddings etc. Interested parties will be required to complete an auditorium rental contract and submit a Certificate of Insurance along with a rental deposit. The Town also has a Municipal Alcohol Policy which will apply to applicable rentals.
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Bracebridge Resource Management Centre |
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Location: 5140 Highway 11 North Maintenance Inquires: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of Operation: 7 days a week from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Availability: Picnic Shelter Bookings: Contact Catherine Harris at 705-645-1921 ext. 3702 or charris@bracebridge.ca This centre is owned by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and maintained by the Town. There is 16.5 km of groomed cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing loop, hiking and mountain bike and Fat bike trails following the Main Branch of the Muskoka River which vary in length from 3 to 8 km loops. Features include:
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Bracebridge Sportsplex |
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| Location: 110 Clearbrook Trail
Hours of Operation: 7 days a week; check the Leisure Guide for further information Availability: Varies Bookings: Contact Catherine Harris at 705-645-1921 ext. 3702 or charris@bracebridge.ca Built in 2006, this multi-million dollar facility has won several awards for its design and structure. The Bracebridge Sportsplex is home to the Muskoka Aquatic Club and Muskoka Limberettes Club and serves as the hub of competition and recreation in the heart of Muskoka. It is attached to Bracebridge and Muskoka Lakes Secondary School and Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre. Features:
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Disc Golf Course |
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The 18-hole disc golf course, built by the Dads of Muskoka is located at 1028 Taylor Road, also known as Peake Fields at Verena Acres, is open for pubic use. |
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Gostick Park |
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Location: 51 Sellens Drive Maintenance Inquiries: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of operation: Varies Availability: Varies Bookings: www.bracebridgesoccer.ca Gostick Park is located on more than 40 hectares of land and is home to the Bracebridge Soccer Club. The development of the soccer facility was inspired by the contribution of the late Randy Gostick to the Bracebridge Soccer Club and to the game of soccer and was named after him in July 2015.There are four outdoor soccer pitches consisting of:
There is onsite parking, and a field house with washrooms and change rooms. |
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James W. Kerr Park |
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| Location: 130 Beaumont Drive
Maintenance Inquiries: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of operation: 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Availability: Open Easter to Thanksgiving Bookings: Contact Catherine Harris at 705-645-1921 ext. 3702 or charris@bracebridge.ca This property is owned by the TransCanada Corporation and leased to the Town of Bracebridge and includes a rental chalet, ball diamonds, dog park, one (1) pickleball court and four (4) tennis courts. It is also the home of the Bracebridge Tennis Club. It is named after James W. Kerr who joined the TransCanada Pipelines Limited system and was instrumental in building the Canadian natural gas industry. Three Amigos Dog Park is also located here with a 1.7 acre green space, with two (2) separate fenced in areas, for large and small dogs to enjoy being off-leash, in a safe area.
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Kelvin Grove Park |
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Location: 101 Ecclestone Drive Maintenance Inquires: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of operations: Varies Availability: Varies There are four (4) pickleball courts, one (1) basketball court and one (1) ball hockey court. |
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Memorial Park |
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| Location: 130 Manitoba Street
Maintenance Inquires: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of operations: Varies Availability: Easter to Thanksgiving, closed statutory holidays Bookings: Contact Catherine Harris at 705-645-1921 ext. 3702 or charris@bracebridge.ca Memorial Park is located in the heart of Bracebridge and is the site of the Bracebridge Cenotaph, bandshell and historic plaque commemorating the Town's founding. The park hosts several events including the Remembrance Day service, concerts, fitness and yoga classes and weddings. In the winter, there is an outdoor skating trail. |
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Oakley Village Square Community Centre |
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Location: 1198 Vankoughnet Road Hours of operations: Varies Availability: Varies Bookings: Contact Hilda at 705-645-2939 or email the Village Square Board of Management Oakley Village Square Community Centre is the home for many groups and organizations including the Vankoughnet Photography Club. The facility includes a library, meeting room (including kitchen), community playground and a new outdoor sports court. The seasonal outdoor rink is located nearby. |
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Peake Fields at Verena Acres |
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| Location: 1028 Taylor Road
Maintenance Inquires: 705-645-6319 ext. 3623 Hours of operations: Varies Availability: May to September 30, weather dependent Bookings: Contact Will Crowe at 705-645-1921 ext. 3730 or wcrowe@bracebridge.ca Washrooms available during the season, weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and weekends 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Concession stand hours vary.
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Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre |
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Location: 100 Clearbrook Trail Hours of operations: Varies Availability: Varies Bookings: (705) 645-8400 The Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre was officially opened in 2007 and is named after Rene Caisse, a local cancer nurse credited with formulating Essiac. The theatre includes 303 seats with 244 on the main level, 55 in the balcony and two box seats. The theatre is operated through a partnership between the Trillium Lakelands District School Board and the Bracebridge Arts Council oversees the operation and management of this performing arts facility. Performances, ceremonies, seminars, educational programs, graduations, meetings and weddings are held here. Visit Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre for more information. |
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Senior Citizens Centre |
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The Bracebridge Centre for Active Living, formally the Senior Citizens Centennial Centre offers a variety of social, recreation and active programs for older adults. Location: 54 Dominion Street Hours of operations: Varies Availability: Varies Bookings: David Lawton (705) 645-6556. The Bracebridge Centre For Active Living operates at the Seniors Centre. |
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Skateboard Park |
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Maintenance Inquiries: Contact Tim Bennett at 705-645-1921 ext. 3771 Location: 168 Hiram St Free for public use |