The countdown to Christmas officially begins with this year’s free reusable red cup Starbucks Red Cup Day 2025, the festive cups are back and flying off counters across Canada. It’s one of the biggest unofficial holidays of the season: Starbucks Red Cup Day has arrived, and the festive energy is already taking over cafés across Canada and the U.S. This year’s giveaway lands on Thursday, November 13, and Starbucks fans are waking up early for one reason, a free limited-edition

Milkshake is back for the holidays, blending peppermint chips, whipped cream, and that classic cherry-on-top magic. Supplied photo The holiday season at Chick-fil-A has officially arrived, and with it comes a returning fan-favourite flavour to elevate your festive outings. Starting November 12, 2025, participating Chick-fil-A locations across Canada will serve the limited-time Peppermint Chip Milkshake, along with new peppermint-inspired beverages and snack-options. This year

On the left, Santa’s Belly Buster. On the right, the Mistletoe Margarita. Toronto’s holiday nightlife just got a whole lot merrier, Papi Chulo’s Mistletoes & Margaritas is back for its fifth year, transforming 121 Ossington Ave. into a Tex-Mex Christmas wonderland. The pop-up mixes twinkling lights, tacos, and tequila into one of the city’s most joyful traditions. Guests can sip on festive cocktails like the Mistletoe Margarita or S’more the Merrier, grab a Margarita Tower to

Holiday music is officially back on the airwaves, and MagicSzn’s new Christmas Radio HQ makes it easy to stream festive favourites from around the world Christmas radio stations like iHeart Christmas, iHeart The Holidays, and Dublin’s Christmas FM are already live, with Toronto’s CHFI expected to join the lineup later this month. The holiday season has officially hit the airwaves. A handful of Christmas radio stations are already streaming festive favourites, and MagicSzn has

From Santa’s sleigh to silver-screen classics, the 2025 holiday TV and movie lineup brings nonstop cheer all season long. Santa Claus waves to the crowd from his sleigh during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, one of the most iconic holiday broadcasts returning to screens Nov. 27. Supplied photo. The most magical season of the year is officially underway, and your screen time just got a whole lot cozier. From all-new Hallmark originals and returning Food Ne

Tim Hortons brings back holiday favourites and adds new twists Tim Hortons signature Candy Cane Hot Chocolate is back for the holidays, topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint for a festive finish. Tim Hortons is officially ringing in the holidays with a 2025 menu that blends the comfort of tradition with the excitement of something new. Back on the menu this season are the beloved Candy Cane Hot Chocolate and White Hot Chocolate, fan favourites that have become a ho

The Canadian classic is back for a limited time, featuring roast chicken, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and a lineup of new spiked seasonal beverages Swiss Chalet’s Festive Special returns for the 2025 holiday season, complete with classic sides, a Lindt truffle, and new festive beverages, including Spiked Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate and Festive Rum & Eggnog. Swiss Chalet’s most beloved holiday tradition has returned. The Canadian restaurant chain has officially launched its 20

The craft store’s warm and rustic Christmas lineup features gingerbread houses, cabin textures, and evergreen charm Michaels’ new holiday assortment features themed collections like Peppermint Lane, Gingerbread Forest, and Frosted Fairytale, each capturing a unique touch of Christmas magic. Now available in stores and online. As the holiday season kicks into full swing, Michaels is inviting Christmas lovers to step into something sweet. The craft and décor retailer has reveal

The season’s most adorable collab brings Hello Kitty’s kawaii charm to Starbucks stores across Canada starting Nov. 6. Say hello to the sweetest collab of the season 🎀☕️Starbucks x Hello Kitty drops November 6 across Canada, bringing pure holiday joy in every sip. Just in time for holiday gifting, Starbucks and Hello Kitty are joining forces for one of the most adorable collaborations of the season, and fans of both brands are already buzzing. Launching November 6 across St

Blizzards, shakes, and sugar-cookie cheer, DQ just dropped the most magical menu of the season. The Holiday Treat Collection is here, featuring the brand new Peppermint Bark Blizzard, cozy Holiday Nog Shake, and fan-favourite Frosted Sugar Cookie Blizzard. Holiday season just got a little sweeter. Dairy Queen has officially unwrapped its 2025 Holiday Treat lineup, and it’s packed with the kind of nostalgic, candy-cane magic that belongs in every Central Ontario snow-day story

As found on OrilliaMatters.com . . . Halloween spirit has taken over Orillia once again, as front yards across the city transform into glowing, ghost-filled spectacles in the final days of October. From Warminster to the waterfront, homeowners have gone all out this year, building haunted houses, projecting movie characters, and turning their lawns into spooky works of art that capture the season’s imagination. On Ashton Street, the city’s most famous Halloween destination,

New data shows families are skipping store-bought looks and turning to Michaels for affordable, one-of-a-kind costumes Pop Princess meets DIY magic 💖🪡 Whether it’s sparkles and heart balloons or a handmade tutu moment, creativity is taking center stage this Halloween. 📸: Michaels — featuring looks from their DIY costume collection Creativity is the costume trend

City of Orillia Press Release . . . Help the City of Orillia turn parking tickets into toys as we kick off the Toys for Tickets campaign on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.   The campaign invites every person who receives a parking ticket (with the exception of accessible parking violations) in the City of Orillia between Nov. 1 and Dec.1, 2025 to pay the fine amount by donating a new children’s toy of equal or greater value. Since the annual event started in 2006, more than $50,000 i

As found in OrilliaMatters.com . . . Looking for something spooky, mystical, or just plain fun this weekend? Orillia and area are serving up witches, ghosts, crystals, horror, and pumpkins galore. There’s something for every Halloween mood. Ghost Walks — Friday, Oct. 24 to Saturday, Oct. 25, 6 to 8 p.m. — Leacock Museum The Leacock Museum’s legendary Ghost Walks are back and bigger than ever. Wander the historic grounds of Old Brewery Bay by lantern light, meet surprise gue

​ As found on OrilliaMatters.com . . . Orillia doesn’t just hand out candy on Halloween, it transforms. From downtown businesses and church events to haunted streets, projection-mapped houses, and full-blown maze attractions, the city has become a Halloween destination built by the community itself. Whether you’re looking for cute costumes, family fun, pure nostalgia, or terrifying jump scares, here are some can’t-miss events that prove Orillia lives and breathes Halloween.

Exclusive collection brings new ways to celebrate 20 years of Santa’s little helper Michaels is bringing even more holiday magic to families this year with an exclusive line of The Elf on the Shelf  20th anniversary products, available now in stores and online. The limited-edition collection includes festive pop-up scenes, deluxe box sets, creative DIY kits, and accessories designed to make celebrating with Santa’s official helpers easier than ever. Among the standout items: