Walk for Pets is the largest fundraiser event for the Georgian Triangle Humane Society that helps fund programs and services that pets and families across the region rely on, including animal sheltering, adoption support, accessible veterinary care, and services that help keep pets and people together. Every step supports animals in need by helping provide care, shelter and a second chance. Join us as we walk, connect and make a meaningful impact in our community. 

The 2026 Barrie MS Walk will be held on May 31, bringing the community together in support of MS Canada. Join us in-person at the 2026 Barrie MS Walk or walk virtually from wherever you are. Every step fuels awareness, strengthens support networks, and drives research for over 90,000 Canadians affected by MS.

The Walk to Defeat Duchenne unites families, friends, and supporters from coast to coast to coast!

Jump into the season at the 21st annual Barrie Waterfront Festival! Celebrate being back on the water and in the sun! Enjoy the Live music 🎶 Cold beer, Midway 🎡 Food trucks 🍕 , Vendors & more.

The Gathering: Festival of First Nations Stories presented by Arts Orillia and hosted by Rama First Nation is a free, two-day, annual literary event held at the Rama Community Hall near Orillia, Ontario. Arts Orillia enriches the cultural landscape of Orillia by programming diverse arts experiences that would otherwise not be seen in our region. Our focus is Youth! We are proud to support guest and local talent while fostering community inclusion.

Our members have put together a display that showcases a wide variety of techniques, skills and experience for your enjoyment!

Home Runs for the Hungry is back and YOU can be part of the action! Join us for the 4th Annual Home Runs for the Hungry on Saturday, May 2 at Athletic Kulture Stadium! Family fun day. Free admission help us support the Barrie Food Bank.

Every year the town of Elmvale explodes in a celebration of Nature’s rites of Spring – the running of liquid gold – Ontario Pure Maple Syrup. Come on out to the charming village of Elmvale and experience our wonderful shops, boutiques and eateries and especially the Maple Syrup Festival.

More than a gala, Showcase 2026 is a powerful demonstration of how arts education, mentorship, and creative opportunity can ignite confidence, belonging, and possibility for young people across Simcoe County.

The City of Barrie is celebrating the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a regional online gaming competition. The Game On! World Cup Esports Tournament will unite top qualifying players aged 14 to 24 from across Simcoe County for a FIFA / EA Sports FC showdown—featuring online play and a live, on‑stage final experience. 

Part of a regional series of volunteer appreciation events across Simcoe County.

Event goal is to assist workplaces on how to create sustainable programs that boost mental health in the workplace through the sharing of the industry best practices, new perspectives on mental health root causes, so that all workplace parties have confidence on supporting their peers.

For the second year running, UPlift Black and the UPlift Black Artist Collective invite you to the Afrofusion Fashion Show—an evening designed to transcend boundaries and redefine style.

50+ local small businesses!

Funds raised at Spring Tonic help support Rotary programs as well as education and conservation programs at the Tiffin Centre.

Part of a regional series of volunteer appreciation events across Simcoe County.

Celebrate the flavours of the season during SpringLicious at Blue Mountain Village.

This two-day event features must-see true stories and two special Guest Q&As.

From sweet samples, to hands-on fun, this two-day festival brings you on a journey from maple tree to table, and everywhere in between.

Signing up a team does more than you think!

Registration open until March 25th!

Does your teen have what it takes?

New donors are needed to join the regular donors!

March Break at Blue goes way beyond the slopes!

Celebrate women that inspire!

Sell a sled. By a sled. Grab an authentic key fob or a classic sign for your garage, and more!

Help Elmvale become the next Kraft Hockeyville, it’s time to rally!

A community tradition and one of the top winter festivals in Ontario!

This contemporary Broadway version of Cinderella features Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, and a hilarious, yet romantic tale crafted by Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane.

Zip, Slide, and Give Back.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in downtown Barrie with an evening of free family-friendly fun at Meridian Place from 5pm to 9pm!

An Evening of Festive Creativity and Joy!

Perfect for families, Holiday Dreams is more than just entertainment—it’s a memory-making holiday experience that will leave audiences cheering for more.

Support Christmas Cheer – and watch the Colts play in your own private suite on New Year’s Eve!

Celebrate 30 Years of Community & Resilience this World AIDS Day!

It’s the annual Santa Claus Parade!

Shop for the holidays. Discover more than 100 exhibitors at the beautiful Alpine Ski Club offering Christmas crafts, home décor, fashion, wellness products, jewelry, tasty treats, and more.

Annual Market – save the date!

Based on on the 1951 Disney film Alice in Wonderland, and the novels The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll

Enter our raffle, meet the team, and see what Bridget’s Bunnies has been up to.

Get ready to kick off the holiday season in style!

FOUR INSPIRATIONAL HOMES PROFESSIONALLY DECORATED for the CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY – November 9th ONLY!

Time to find one of a kind hand crafted gifts for your loved ones!

Need to switch out your ski or board gear? Now is the time!

The 28th annual festival is coming!

Bridget’s Bunnies Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support works to ensure no one endures pregnancy or infant loss alone.

When you support the CIBC Run for the Cure, you help provide hope to all Canadians impacted by breast cancer.

Register now for the 2nd annual Oma’s Ride in support of the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County!

Join us again this fall for an afternoon of golf followed by a Christmas themed buffet for dinner and a silent auction.

Lots of free activities for the whole family

Celebrating Fashion as Art – ‘A Canvas in Motion’

Hosted by INFINITE — the iconic voice of Street Fighter III — and featuring inspirational speaker Louise Jackson, this is one night you won’t want to miss!

Barrie Food Bank is opening its doors to the community!

This event is open to the public—friends, family, and community members are all welcome!

Register now!

Get ready for an unforgettable three-day beach festival this September, featuring incredible live blues performances.

Don’t miss out on this highly anticipated event – it only happens every three years!

Fundraising Golf Tournament

Join us and support our cause to Help fight Parkinson’s and Dementia that has affected Chris Partland and Pat Kennedy.

Powered by the energy of hockey legends, community players, and live music presented by title sponsor Boots and Hearts Music Festival, this year’s game will surely unite fans for an unforgettable night of hockey, entertainment, and generosity.

Save the date!

Join us for a day of lyrical magic as local artists showcase the artistry and creativity of rap and hip hop culture and its relation to poetry.

Explore captivating private gardens in the Midland/Penetang/Tiny and Tay area, and support local charities

Award-Winning, Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs.

Bring your toy donations along!

A weekend-long celebration of our community’s diversity, vibrancy and strength.

There’s something truly special about Porchside—whether it’s the charming outdoor settings, toting your lawnchair in to take a seat, the sense of community, or the incredible talent in a very intimate setting

Norm Foster’s comedic gem delivers joy and fun. Witness a novelist and his long-time maid unravel their lives in a witty and heartwarming conversation filled with surprising revelations.

Walk with purpose. Walk for change. Walk for women and children in our community.

We’re sure you car could use a wash, and it’s for a great cause!

The Sweetest Day of the Year!

Every step brings life-changing hope to pets in need in South Georgian Bay!

Look to the skies over Barrie’s beautiful Kempenfelt Bay as iconic aircraft perform inspiring displays of aviation wonder in a free show for the whole family.

Led by the Next Generation of Automotive Professionals

Proceeds go towards the late Will Dwyer’s $2 million goal!

See the world through Blue. Don’t miss the Blue Mountain Film & Media Festival coming Thursday, May 29th to Sunday, June 1st at the Blue Mountain Village Conference Center.

This free community event has something for everyone

Free admission!

Come “Get Your Elbows Up” at this musical hit that will fill your patriotic heart with a renewed love for Canada’s amazing musical talents.
Let’s Go Canada! Let’s Go To Canadiana!

This event supports Bridget’s Bunnies, a charity dedicated to ensuring no one endures pregnancy or infant loss alone.  

Empowering and connecting women of all ages

Thinking about a home renovation, addition, or building a deck? Drop in to the Building Services Open House!

One of the largest one-day maple syrup festival, celebrating 57 years!

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration of Newfoundland’s spirit and heritage.

Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Barrie Food Bank and the Georgian FoodLocker!

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Move to Give event is all about supporting vital needs of our communities.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Move to Give event is all about supporting vital needs of our communities.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Move to Give event is all about supporting vital needs of our communities.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Move to Give event is all about supporting vital needs of our communities.

Georgian College’s Event Management team proudly presents the annual Mocktail MADDness event

Does your teen have what it takes?

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Move to Give event is all about supporting vital needs of our communities.

The Barrie Film Festival’s Reel Stories returns for its 21st edition!

Join the Friends of Wye Marsh and Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons for an awesome maple syrup experience this spring!

Join us over March Break!

Hey Kids! March Break is here and it’s time to PLAY!

Blue Mountain Village is *THE* family destination for March Break.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to laugh, bond, and celebrate International Women’s Day in style.

This is an opportunity to connect, share your insights, and provide valuable feedback

Click here for an exclusive discount!

A Black Canadian History celebration/Arts & Culture Showcase highlighting local talent from various disciplines!

We’re going 100% Canadian!

No Skills Needed!

Calling all skiers and snowboarders!  24-hour Blue Mountain is back for a 7th edition of Around-The-Clock Fun. The amazing overnight team relay event in support of Special Olympics Ontario takes place February 22nd to 23rd. Moonlit runs, fresh thrills, awesome celebrations and friendly competition awaits. Ski, snowboard, walk or run, it’s all happening at beautiful […]

This is an opportunity to connect, share your insights, and provide valuable feedback

No Skills Needed!

No Skills Needed!

Arrive early for a pre-show lobby experience featuring the amazing Greg Gibson and Deb Fitzsimmons—the perfect warm-up to a LOVE-filled evening.

For one night only, you can take to the tubing hills knowing that 100% of ticket sales help RVH!

No skills required!

Barrie Winterfest is back, with a new location!

Let it SNOW and The Heights has lots! Come beat the January Blues with a great day of fun and to support great charities – Jumpstart and The Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund.

No skills required!

Get your hands on tickets now before they sell out!

No skills required!

Let’s help Christmas Cheer hit their goal!

Help us cram-a-cruiser full of donations for Barrie & District Christmas Cheer!

Step into a world where intergalactic wonder meets Yuletide joy in “Christmas in Space,” an electrifying extravaganza at the Casino Rama Resort. Hold onto your (space) seats, because this show features an unparalleled cast of acrobats and cirque performers who will leave you mesmerized.

Alice in Wonderland: The Panto is a Tea-riffic Musical Adventure!

Support Christmas Cheer – and watch the Colts play in your own suite on New Year’s Eve!

An art showcase at Nomad Creative Studios that highlights the stories and creativity of individuals affected by HIV, providing a space for the community to come together in reflection and support.

Let’s raise some funds for Barrie Pride & The Gilbert Centre!

The Santa Claus parade is held annually in the village of Waubaushene on the last Sunday in November. Route along Pine Street from Hazel Street to Fallowfield Lane with a visit from Santa Clause at the Waubaushene Firehall. 

Don’t miss Canada’s beloved tenor, John McDermott, as he returns to celebrate our 40th Anniversary Season of Great Musical Storytellers!

Free holiday photo opportunities!

100+ items donated from local business, from almost every category, including: gift certificates, beauty products, clothing, home decor, self care, gift baskets, and more! 

Turning up the heat and raising funds for Lake County Pride and The Gilbert Centre

Enjoy some fantastic live music while supporting a wonderful cause.

Save the Date!

Whether you’re newly engaged or putting the final touches on your 2025 wedding planning, this Wedding Show is your one-stop shop for all things wedding & events.

Fall into wedding planning bliss Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Blue Mountain Resort and kick off your wedding planning at The Wedding Society Fall Wedding Show! We’ve arranged to put the BEST of the local wedding vendors all in the same place for you to meet, greet, and book, checking all those “I-Do” To-Do’s off your planning checklist.

Orillia’s ultimate 90s-themed late-night carnival experience is on its way! . Brought to you by Green Haven Shelter for Women and Lauren Andrew Events, get ready for an evening of games, music, delicious food, and drinks supporting a vital cause.

Matt Fraser is America’s Top Psychic Medium and star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment. He has also been a sought-after guest on popular television shows such as The Real Housewives, Botched, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and many more.

Come and experience the glitz and glamour of the ‘The Roaring Social’ YMCA. Come and experience the glitz and glamour of the ‘The Roaring Social’ YMCA. We’re thrilled to announce headliner comedian Gerry Dee and Host Adam Growe, who will keep the laughter owing all night.

Calling all ghosts and goblins! Join us for Halloween fun at the City of Barrie’s Family Fright Fest! 

31 Commerce Park Drive, Barrie 112 Mississaga St. East, Orillia 232 King Street, Midland 190 Main St. S. Newmarket      

Base Borden sets up both a 1km “Creepy K” and a 5km “Freaky 5k” track where contestants can take part, receive candy along the pathway from our PSP members, and enjoy a family fun halloween event.

Over 360 empty appointments need to be filled before Nov 11th.

The 27th annual Barrie Film Festival returns to Galaxy Cinemas in Barrie from October 22nd to October 27th. Head on down to the Barrie Film Festival, as this year’s edition of the Barrie Film Festival, as it presents a curated selection of films from around the world with a special emphasis on Canadian filmmakers.

Arts Orillia presents the 2024 Orillia Jazz Festival! Don’t miss this incredible day of amazing sound, award-winning musicians, world class dance – and community talent! The day kicks off at 1:00 p.m. at the Orillia Opera House with a matinee performance featuring Autorickshaw. This show lies on the cultural cutting edge, as contemporary jazz, funk […]

​Simcoe County Bridal Show is Central Ontario’s Largest upscale Wedding Event, making it the number one resource for couples planning their special day!

Home Sweet Home promises an unforgettable evening! Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on a diverse selection of high-quality items and professional services to enhance their living spaces, all while enjoying a night of laughter and community spirit. We aim to raise $20,000, which will support hundreds of local residents.

Kick off your Thanksgiving weekend with the annual Elmvale Fall Fair, happening on October 11th and 12th at the Elmvale Community Arena, located at 14 George Street.

Join us for a howlin’ good time at Barrie Pet-Oberfest presented by Barrie Subaru! Enjoy brews at the bark bar presented by Black Lab Brewing, shop our Mutt Market presented by the Hound Lounge, grab a bite to eat at one of our paw-some food vendors and join in on all the fun and games we have to offer!

The Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure is back on Sunday, October 6th at the Centennial Park in Barrie from 8 am till 12pm. To sign up and make a difference in the future of breast cancer, visit their website today

Maren Morris is one of the leading voices in music today, a powerhouse armed with incredible vocal stylings and songwriting chops, sheer talent and an undeniable presence.

Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Annual Sports Day upcoming on October 4th of this year. The day is organized with different sports going on throughout the day such as Volleyball, Golf, Pickleball, Bowling, Mountain Biking, Powerlifting and more.

Oma’s ride is a charity ride is inspired by Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County CEO Ann-Marie Kungl’s Oma. The Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County’s inaugural OMA’s RIDE hits the road in Oro-Medonte, Severn and Muskoka on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024! Join the Alzheimer’s Society as they tour the countryside!

Relive the nostalgia of retro video games and go head-to-head in a video game tournament at the City of Barrie’s Game On! event. The annual gaming event takes place Saturday, September 21, 2024, in partnership with the Barrie Public Library Comic Fest.

Borden Blast upcoming September 21st. This event is held on base to welcome new military members and their families to the base, as well as the local community. The day is filled with Games, Prizes, a Petting Zoo, G-Wagon Trail Rides, Face Painting and more.

Saturday and Sunday, September 14 and 15, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Experience Simcoe County’s rich culture and heritage, and its most secretive buildings! Visitors are invited to explore many sites throughout Simcoe County for free! Take a behind-the-scenes look at these sites and uncover the living history, architecture, innovation and even secret societies in Simcoe […]

The Bowling Palooza is an event for family, friends, and business colleagues to all enjoy a night of bowling and fun at Barrie‘s Bowllerama. Join us this September at Bowllerama Barrie for a rockin’ (and rollin’) fundraiser!

Celebrating our 12th year this year, the Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues Festival is an international, award-winning music event featuring three days of top entertainment on two main stages, and welcoming thousands of music fans each year.

Come out and support as The kinettes will be PAINTING THE TOWN RED FOR My Friend’s House❣️The kinettes and the WBFD will be set up Beach Drive accepting donations in exchange for a red ribbon from 10am-1pm. Make sure you have a loonie or a toonie with you to support💲

Welcome to the Northern Heat Rib Series! Join us for a weekend of mouth-watering, finger-lickin’, belly-rubbin’ good BBQ!!

The Alliston Potato Festival has been a family-focused event since 1973. Full of fun, history, and community! If you haven’t experienced it and the amazing organizations that help bring it to life, put it in your Calendar for 2024. It’s our Celebration Year and it is going to be the best festival yet!! In 1972 […]

The Orillia Waterfront Festival Features entertainment, food, a vendor market, new and used boat sales, a Cardboard Boat Race, and a dog diving dog contest! The festival will feature a vendor market with a wide range of unique vendors showcasing everything from hot tubs to one-of-a kind clothing and decor items. 

Mayor Alex Nuttall invites you and your family out to the 2024 Boots and Hearts Barn Burner Charity Hockey Game! This all-star game showcases the exceptional skills of National Hockey League (NHL), Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) and more…

Renowned comedian and entertainment pioneer, Ellen DeGeneres, has announced her highly anticipated farewell tour, Ellen’s Last Stand… Up.

Kempenfest is Barrie Ontario’s signature festival event, celebrating 52 years. Join Fresh 93.1 & the Fresh Hype Squad from August 2nd to August 5th. The annual event is one of Ontario’s largest waterfront festivals, featuring over 300 arts & crafts vendors.

Barrie Thunder Classics C.C. and the Downtown BIA are excited to announce some of the programming for the annual Classic Car Show.

The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is honoured to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards. This esteemed program celebrates the contributions of local businesses to our community’s growth and success.

Choir Revolution invites you to ENDLESS SUMMER BEACH BOYS SING-ALONG as well as more singalong hits at Donaleigh’s Irish Public House in Barrie at 7pm on Tuesday July 23rd. 

Free Admission!

Collingwood Pride will be a festival and celebration for everyone, including our local and visiting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer, or questioning individuals, and our collective friends, families, and allies (2SLGBTQ+).

Four Winds Music Fest is brought to you by The Happiness Mafia in partnership with Elephant Thoughts. The Happiness Mafia is a premier live music event, and production company dedicated to bringing you the best in live music entertainment. We are passionate about promoting live music and understand that music is more than just a […]

A festival of seven short plays written, directed, and performed by artists from across Simcoe County!

Sharing some poignant revelations accompanied by hilarious anecdotes; it’s a celebration of a joyous life.

Countrycore Concerts is thrilled to introduce Kids’ Day 2024, a remarkable family-centric event that aims to create a memorable experience for all ages. This interactive festival will take place in the picturesque town of Collingwood, Ontario, renowned for its vibrant community and natural beauty.

A family street party transforms the entire Village into a showcase of Latin life with pulsating music, passionate dancing, and vibrant culture! Feeling Hot Hot Hot? The summer’s spiciest festival is back and the best way to experience it is to stay right in the heart of the action

Fundraiser Car Wash with South Springwater Firefighter Association! Cash donations!

Get ready to tee off and swing into spring at the Barrie Chamber of Commerce’s 49th Annual Spring Classic Golf Tournament, taking place at the picturesque Bear Creek Golf Club on Wednesday, June 12th, 2024!