Arts, Culture & Heritage

The ever-popular Dorset Arts & Crafts Show will return to the parkette along Highway 35 on Sunday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. New vendors are welcome, including all types of artists and artisans!

The Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower will open for the 2026 season this Friday, May 15 at 10 a.m. Come and experience one of the most breath-taking vistas in Ontario cottage country! If you've never ascended the Tower before, make 2026 the year you do!

Fly-In to Spring 2026 will take place at the Stanhope Municipal Airport on Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, May 7 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here.

With nets installed, please note that tennis, basketball and pickleball are now available at the Stanhope Courts at 1095 North Shore Road. The swings have also been installed at the park. 

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, April 16 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here.

Please note the terminal building at the Stanhope Municipal Airport will be closed Monday, April 27 through Thursday, April 30. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. 

Please note the ski trails at the Frost Centre are now closed for the season, but what a season it was! Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy some classic cross-country skiing this winter!

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from individuals and food service professionals to operate a food truck or trailer at the Stanhope Municipal Airport for the summer of 2026.