Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie will come alive with a full summer of Open Air Dunlop events—signature pedestrian-friendly Saturdays and holiday celebrations designed to bring the community together while showcasing local businesses, culture, and creativity. All events details can be found on www.downtownbarrie.ca

2025 Open Air Dunlop Schedule:

• – Open Air Dunlop AirShow – June 6–8
  In partnership with the City of Barrie and Base Borden, a thrilling weekend featuring vintage and modern aircraft displays, flyovers, and aviation-themed family activities.
  
  
• – Open Air Dunlop Canada Day Celebrations – Tuesday, July 1
  Celebrate Canada’s birthday downtown with live music, family zones, and a sea of red and white.
  
  
• – Open Air Dunlop Butter Tart Festival – Saturday, July 12
  A deliciously sweet day with Ontario’s best butter tarts, artisan vendors, and live entertainment.
  
  
• – Open Air Dunlop Classics In The Park (Cars, Boats & More) – Saturday, July 26
  A showcase of classic vehicles, modern watercraft, and recreation vehicles —paired with live music and local eats.
  
  
• – Open Air Dunlop Eats On The Streets – Saturday, August 16
  A culinary crawl through downtown’s food scene, featuring restaurant specials, street food, and licensed patios.

Downtown Barrie BIA Chair Steve Ricalis shared his enthusiasm for the event, stating:

“Open Air Dunlop has now become one of the most anticipated traditions in Barrie, and this year’s lineup promises to be the biggest and boldest yet. These events are all about celebrating local culture, supporting our small businesses, and giving people unforgettable reasons to explore and enjoy our downtown. It’s about pride, energy, and connection—and we can’t wait to welcome everyone.”

All events are free to attend and represent Downtown Barrie’s commitment to making arts, culture, and community accessible for all. 

LOCAL PARTNERS

The Downtown Barrie BIA thanks its sponsors, volunteers, local partners, and participating businesses for helping make these events possible. If you are interested in participating as a local partner in this exciting summer event line up that will connect with over 350,000 people, contact us at [email protected]. 

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