Site Description
Back by popular demand, the picturesque town of Midland will be the site of the 2026 Feast of Tabernacles in Ontario, Canada. Midland is nestled on magnificent Southern Georgian Bay—home to 30,000 islands. It is an easy 90-minute drive from the Toronto airport and 30 minutes from Barrie. The region has a blend of scenic landscapes, diverse wildlife, a quaint harbor with interesting waterfront trails and attractive parkland. Together these create a relaxing and memorable Feast experience. Also, at Feast-time a panoply of vivid fall colors usually abounds.
The town has an array of attractions including murals in the downtown area, museums and Little Lake Park. Nearby is the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre where you can walk meandering trails, see various exhibits and view a variety of distinctive birds of prey. For those interested in local history, be sure to visit Huronia Museum, Ouendat Village and St. Marie Among the Hurons. Also, some might wish to take advantage of conveniently accessible boat tours.
Shopping is available in the walkable downtown core or in nearby Orillia at the famous Mariposa Market. The city of Barrie also provides abundant shopping possibilities. There are a variety of restaurants throughout the area and an on-site fine-dining restaurant, which is available most evenings.
Services: We are returning once again to the Quality Inn and Conference Center where the Feast has been held for quite a few years. At the Quality Inn, we consistently receive warm and friendly service from the hotel staff who greet us as returning family. They have a lovely ballroom with seating capacity ideal for our needs. The Atrium, which includes a swimming pool, is a popular place for brethren to gather and visit or play games.
Housing: Accommodations include standard rooms as well as some suites. For those staying in the hotel, a hot buffet breakfast is included as well as coffee throughout the day. All rooms have high-speed Internet, a small refrigerator and a coffeemaker. The hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool, hot tub and sauna for added relaxation. An elevator is available and laundry facilities are conveniently located on-site. Members are encouraged, if possible, to stay at the Quality Inn. For those who need alternate housing, there are other hotels, cottages and bed-and-breakfasts nearby.
Activities: Planned festival activities will focus on family togetherness beginning with a “meet and greet” that combines fellowship with snacks! Additionally, we will have a Bible study, seniors’ activity, family day and the ever-popular variety show.
At a small Feast site in a small town, there are plenty of opportunities to spend time together both on-site during official activities and as you meet others in the various restaurants and attractions in the area. One individual astutely observed that Midland is the next best thing there is to an all-inclusive feast site.
Location of services: Quality Inn & Conference Centre, 924 King St., Midland, Ontario (at the corner of Hwy. 12).
First service: Friday September 25, 7:30 p.m.
Taxes: Ontario has a 13% GST tax. Guest rooms have an additional 2.5% MAT (municipal accommodation tax).
Anthony Wasilkoff
Housing
Quality Inn & Conference Center
1 (705) 526-9307
qualityinnmidland.ca
924 King St.
Midland, Ontario L04 0B8
- $115 room for 1-4 people
- $15 extra person
Features: ac, e, fw, hr, ip, kq, l, r, s, sf, st. Prices are stated in CAD. Rates available two nights before and after the Feast, depending on availability. To receive these rates, call the hotel directly (705) 526-9307 rather than using the 1 (800) number.
