Upcoming Events
Glam It Up Barrie
March 22, 2026
10am – 3pm
Barrie Chrysler, 395 Dunlop St. W
A Family-Friendly Fundraiser Featuring: GLAMOUR • PHOTOSHOOT • NETWORKING
Glam It Up Barrie is a community fundraiser hosted by Beyond Giving in support of the Women & Children’s Shelter of Barrie. This one-day event brings together women, families, creatives, and local businesses for a feel-good experience that combines beauty, confidence, connection, and giving back. Our official Media Partners are Rock 95, 107.5 Kool FM and Barrie 360.
The Glam Experience is the main attraction of the event and is completely optional. If you choose to participate, you will receive:
• Professional makeup by experienced makeup artists
• Hair styling by skilled hairstylists
• A professional photoshoot with studio lighting and backdrops
• Digitally delivered photos within 7–10 days
✨ Individually, these services are valued at over $500. At Glam It Up Barrie, the full experience is available for a special donation rate.
🎟️ Admission & Pricing
• Complimentary entry for everyone
• Glam Experience participation: $100 – Adults & $70 – Kids under 13
Bounce Bonanza
March 18 – 21, 2026
Various Times
Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery
Bradford Greenhouses and Moonwalk Entertainment are proud to present Bounce Bonanza! A fun-filled event for the whole family. Get ready to bounce and have a blast on March 18th – 20th from 9am-5pm at Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery in Barrie.
- Admission is $15 + HST per child (ages 12 and under, 30”+ tall, no minimum age).
- Each child ticket includes ONE free adult admission, additional adult tickets (ages 13+) can be purchased for $5+ HST.
- Sensory-Friendly Hour between 9:00am – 10:00am designed to support children who benefit from a calmer play environment. General admission begins at 10:00am.
- “Treat Tickets” will be available on site for $4 each or 10 for $35. These can be redeemed for airbrush face & body tattoos, balloon twisting, game prizes, carnival treats, food, drinks & more!
- On-Site Amenities: ATM, free parking, accessible venue, debit & credit accepted.
Spring Festival
March 28,29 April 3-6, 2026
Various Times
Chappell Farms
Chappell Farms Spring Festival a time to enjoy the fresh air fun! Leave the winter blues behind when you and your family enjoy a Spring day on the farm. We have all kinds of activities. The best part is our large candy hunt done every hour! You can collect as much candy as you like.
- ANIMALS
- KIDS MAZE
- MAGIC SHOW
- MAPLE SYRUP DISPLAY
- WAGON RIDE
- CANDY HUNT
Hours: 10:00am – 4:00pm (last park admission at 3:30 pm)
Free event parking
The Great Canadian Outdoor Show
Saturday March 28th, 10AM – 5PM
Sunday March 29th, 10AM – 4PM
Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery
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!
ADMISSION TO THE SHOW IS FREE!
Your Family FunFest
Saturday August 8, 2026
10am – 5pm
Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery
Family FunFest, organized by A Helping Hand Always Inc. , promises a day of non-stop entertainment and enjoyment. Get ready for a live band, delightful wagon rides, thrilling carnival games, kids activities , and a wide array of local vendors offering something for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to create amazing memories with your loved ones. This is one of Simcoe County’s largest family festival where all abilities are welcome.
Barrie Fair
August 27 – 30, 2026
Note: Midway & Beer Garden Hours May Differ
THURSDAY AUG 27 – 4pm- 11pm
FRIDAY AUG 28 – 10am-11pm
SATURDAY AUG 29 – 9am-11pm
SUNDAY AUG 30 – 9am-6pm
Essa Agriplex, 10th Line, Thornton ON L0L 2N0
Midway rides and games, demolition derby, truck and tractor pull, live entertainment, livestock shows, vendors and more!