Your Guide to the City’s Must-See Entertainment.
June 18, 2026 | Visitors are invited to experience a meaningful cultural celebration during National Indigenous Peoples Day at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Located at 16164 Highway 12 East in Midland, this historic site hosts a special event dedicated to recognising and celebrating the rich...
June 5 - 7, 2026 | Car enthusiasts, families, and industry professionals will gather for the 2026 Georgian College Auto Show, taking place at Georgian College in Barrie, Ontario. Recognised as one of the largest outdoor automotive shows in the region, the event highlights the...
Every Saturday | The Barrie Farmers’ Market has long been a cherished gathering place for residents and visitors seeking fresh food, handmade products, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Located inside the rotunda of Barrie City Hall at 70 Collier Street, the market operates every Saturday...
April 25, 2026 | The MacLaren Art Centre (MAC) will host its highly anticipated Black Tie Gala, an elegant evening dedicated to celebrating creativity and strengthening the future of arts and culture in Barrie. As one of the gallery’s premier fundraising events, the gala brings...
September 26, 2026 | Curious about what lies beyond the façades of Barrie’s most intriguing buildings? Doors Open Barrie invites residents and visitors alike to step inside some of the city’s most storied and architecturally significant spaces on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10 a.m....
July 3 - 5, 2026 | The Mariposa Folk Festival is an all-inclusive showcase of Canada’s heritage, cultures, and talents. The Festival profiles over 100 artistic performances of established and emerging folk artists on 11 stages. The Festival includes a beautiful campground with a capacity...
August 27 - 30, 2026 | The Barrie Fair and Essa National Draft Horse Show, held from August 27 - 30, 2026, at the Essa Agriplex in Thornton, is a must-attend summer event for families and agricultural enthusiasts alike. Hosted by the Essa & District...
July 31 - August 3, 2026 | The shoreline of Barrie will transform into a vibrant celebration of music, art and community spirit as Kempenfest returns to the Barrie Waterfront. Widely regarded as the city’s signature summer event, the festival draws tens of thousands of...
June 13 - 14, 2026 | The 2026 Barrie Airshow Weekend, proudly presented by Pratt Homes, is set to dazzle spectators from June 13 to 14, 2026, along the picturesque shores of Kempenfelt Bay in Barrie, Ontario. This free, family-friendly event promises a captivating display...
July 17 - 19, 2026 | The 48th Orillia Scottish Festival returns to the shores of Lake Couchiching, bringing three days of music, tradition, and community spirit to Tudhope Park, Orillia. One of Ontario’s longest-running Scottish celebrations, the festival continues to draw visitors from across...
