Upcoming Events
Locallicious
January 17 – February 2, 2025
Various Times
Various Locations
The Festival allows Barrie’s residents to try a diversity of delicious culinary experiences in our city. Locallicious is geared toward promoting the smaller independent restaurants, each with their own unique flavours and style. The Locallicious Festival celebrates our local restaurants and the unique culinary experiences they offer, that just can’t be found at a chain or franchise restaurant.
Big Drum Night
Friday January 24, 2025
6pm-9pm
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
Lit & Luxe
Saturday January 25, 2025
2pm-5pm
Nawab’s Indian Cuisine
Join us for Light for Hope, a meaningful workshop dedicated to crafting connections and making a difference. Proudly hosted by Nawab’s Barrie, this unique event offers:
- Guided Coaching Session: Su will lead an inspiring session on Mindful Connections, helping participants embrace mindfulness and cultivate authentic relationships.
- Candle-Making Experience: Craft your own unique scented soy candles in a fun and creative scent-blending session.
- Inspirational Stories: Hear personal journeys from guest speakers who have faced cancer, offering messages of hope and resilience.
- Live Music: Enjoy a soothing and uplifting atmosphere with live music throughout the event.
- Delicious Refreshments: A delightful appetizer spread and a welcome drink will enhance the experience.
- We’re thrilled to announce that Anne Smith will be joining us at our Fundraiser Candle-Making Workshop on January 25 in support of World Cancer Day!
Women’s Show
January 25 & 26, 2025
Sat 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sun 10:00am – 4:00pm
Bradford Greenhouses Barrie
The Barrie Women’s Show will feature guest speakers, live fashion shows, makeovers, health, wellness & beauty secrets, food inspiration, decor advice, travel ideas and so much more. Enjoy shopping exclusive products from local vendors, and many of them are one of a kind. Everyone in your group is sure to be entertained at one of Barrie’s hottest events of the year! Admission is $7 with 100% of NET proceeds going to Roots For Youth. Children Under 12 get in for FREE! Get 12 tickets for the price of 10 when you purchase a bundle of 10.
Open Mic Night
Various dates in 2025
1:00pm-5:00pm
Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery
Looking for a place to perform? Or want to come watch new talent while enjoying good eats? Barrie Music School will be hosting a few open minc nights over the next few months.
Barrie Photo Club Open House
January 30, 2025
Starting at 6:30pm
Southshore Centre
Free Meeting for the Night + Free Parking
6:30 pm Doors open And Registration
7:00 pm Welcome and Club Introduction
7:15 pm Presentation by Follow Me North
” Unleashing Creativity ” A Guide to Pet Photography
8:30 pm Coffee Break
8:50 pm Members Slideshow and Closing
Marsh By Moonlight
January 31, February 1, 7 & 8, 2025
5:30pm-7:30pm
Wye Marsh
Snowshoe through the marsh on a frosty night, under sparkling stars and moonlight. Warm up by a cozy fire. Sip some cedar tea or hot chocolate. Take home memories that will last a lifetime, plus a unique Marsh by Moonlight souvenier.
Space is very limited as we like to keep group sizes small to ensure the best possibility for wildlife encounters!
Sunnidale Winterama
January 31 – February 2, 2025
10:00am – 2:00pm
New Lowell
Celebrate the 50th Sunnidale Winterama presented by Clearview Township!
The greatest show on snow returns to New Lowell on January 31, 2025. Come and celebrate with Winterama Willie and all his friends!
Touting itself as “the greatest little show on snow”, active volunteers known as the “Friends of Winterama” have organized this multi-day event filled with great family fun.
For a list of scheduled events please click the “More Details” button
Barrie WinterFest
February 1 & 2, 2025
Sat 10am-5pm
Sun 10pm-4pm
Centennial Park, Will Dwyer Park & various partner locations throughout the city
The City of Barrie proudly presents Barrie Winterfest each year, a community tradition and one of the top winter festivals in Ontario.
Enjoy your favourite outdoor activities and celebrate winter! The 2025 event features activities all day including spectacular ice sculptures, lumberjack shows, family entertainment, drop-in activities, skating, and much more! Complete the evening by visiting one of Downtown Barrie’s many restaurants.
Barrie Winterfest kicks off Hello Winter, which offers outdoor, arts, culture and community events throughout February!
Guided Snowshoe & Cookout
February 1 & 22, 2025
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Ski Snowvalley Barrie
The snow crunches under your snowshoes, and the light from your headlamp makes the snow-laden forest sparkle.
This 1.5 – 2 hour guided hike is perfect for cuddles around the fire for the romantic couple, while families can enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience.
Halfway through your adventure, you will be greeted by the glow of the campfire and the smell of a locally inspired stew.
Your bowl of stew and sweet treats will await you as you gather around the warmth of the roaring campfire.
Fill your bellies, star gaze and enjoy your snowshoe back to the chalet.
Lap-a-palooza
February 1, 2025
Various Times
Horseshoe Valley
Lap Challenge
Push yourself to complete as many laps as you can before the clock runs out. It’s all about testing your limits and having a good time. All runs are free game, all ages welcome!
Live Music and Vendors
Enjoy great tunes from DJ Christian Primrose and check out local vendors while soaking in the lively energy of the event.
Winterfest New Tecumseth
February 1, 2025
11:30am-4:00pm
New Tecumseth Recreation Centre
This free family event features:
The Great Canadian Lumberjack Show at 11:30am, 1:30pm and 3:00pm
Zoe Stardust Bubble Show at 12:45pm and 2:15pm
Maple Taffy Station
Touch a Truck
Ice Skating – Pad 1, 1:00pm – 4:00pm and Pad 2 1:15pm-4:00pm
Face Painting
Balloon Twisting
Crafts
Family Zumba
Photo Booth FUN!
Special appearances from Paw Patrol, Elmo, Cookie Monster, Stitch & Transformers!
Museum on the Boyne will be onsite!
The Kiwanis Club – check out their Human Slot Machine and free skates! Bring your skates for an exchange. Donations are also accepted.
Winter Wellness Market
February 2, 2025
11:00am-4:00pm
Barrie Legion 410 Vincent St. Barrie
Free Admission
We are delighted to have you join us for a day dedicated to promoting health, happiness, and holistic well-being. Our goal is to create a safe space where you can engage with a wide range of wellness and spiritual practitioners, learn from experts, and discover new ways to enhance your quality of life.
featuring Psychics, Mediums, Crystal healers, Artisans and More
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
February 6-16, 2025
Various Times
Kempenfelt Players
Georgian Theatre
SYNOPSIS: “Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.
Mid-Winter Social
February 15- 17, 2025
11am-4pm
Discovery Harbour
Discovery Harbour celebrates winter by welcoming visitors to the historic site on February 15-17, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily. This event runs in tandem with the Town of Penetanguishene’s 77th Annual Winterama.
Experience outdoor adventures such as a snowtube run and wagon rides, games, crafts, sweet treats, shopping and more!!
Family Day Magic Fun
February 17, 2025
Various Times
Oxford Learning Centre, 331 Bayfield Street
DaCosta Magic’s annual family day event is back! Join us on February 17th, 2025 for a fun filled 2 hour magic workshop. Families will learn magic together, witness magic up close and enjoy the wonder of this memerizing art form. Each child will take home their own mini
Parents Against Racism presents Black History Month Gala
February 22, 2025
6:30pm-10:30pm
Parker Dorian Centre
SWAG BAGS, PRIZES, FULL BUFFET, ENTERTAINMENT
✨ Last year SOLD OUT, and you won’t want to miss this prestigious celebration of Black excellence in Simcoe County. Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring Black culture, history, and achievements.
📅 Don’t wait – secure your spot today!
Glam it up Barrie!
Sunday March 2, 2025
11:00am – 4:00pm
Beyond Giving
Barrie Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
395 Dunlop Street West Barrie, ON L4N 1C3
Beyond Giving presents the 6th Annual – Glam It Up Barrie in support of the Women and Children Shelter of Barrie!
Adventures In Time Travel
March 10-14 2025
10:00am – 4:00pm
Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
Looking for family-friendly activities during March Break? Feed your curiosity and travel back in time at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons! With take-home crafts, historical demonstrations, storytelling and more, we guarantee your journey to the 17th century will be both educational and fun. No time machine, or reservations, required.
Bounce Bonanza
March 12-15, 2025
10am-5pm
Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery, Springwater
Bradford Greenhouses and Moonwalk Entertainment are teaming up to bring you an exciting event Bounce Bonanza!
- Admission is $15 per child – ADULTS ARE FREE.
- Activities Include: DIY Workshops, Colouring Stations, Face Painting, Balloon Station, Unlimited Bouncy Castle Access and so much more!
- Concession Tickets (additional charge applies) can be purchased at the event.
- TICKETS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE DOOR.
- KIDS MUST BE 36″ OR TALLER TO RIDE INFLATABLES. Up to 13 years of age. Please be prepared to fill out a waiver form.
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- Infants are free (24 months or younger).
- No pets allowed in the event area.
- Tickets are NOT Refundable.
Great Canadian Outdoor Show
March 22 & 23, 2025
Sat 10am-5pm Sun 10am-4pm
Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery Barrie
The Great Canadian Outdoor Show will feature guest speakers, live demos, fishing, hunting, camping, ATV’s, snowmobiles, outdoor activities and so much more. No matter what you’re looking for, we’ve got it!
Enjoy shopping exclusive products from local vendors, and many of them are one of a kind. Everyone in your group is sure to be entertained at Barrie’s hottest event of the year!
Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door the day of the show. Admission is $5 with 100% of NET proceeds going to Roots For Youth.
*Children under 12 get in for FREE
Bravado! presents Earth Wind & Choir
May 2 & 3, 2025
2:00pm
Georgian College Theatre, Barrie
A journey through the elements awaits you this May. Bravado Show Choir presents Earth, Wind and Choir – a musical experience like no other.
By the Bay Fall Fest
Sunday September 28, 2025
Will Dwyer Park, Barrie