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THIS WEEKEND IN DOWNTOWN BARRIE!

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Horse Power Meets Headliners! Open Air Dunlop & Troubadour Festival  Combine for One Unforgettable Saturday in Downtown Barrie.

 

Barrie, ON – This Saturday, July 25, Downtown Barrie comes alive with one of the biggest days of the summer as Troubadour Festival presented by Paul Sadlon Motors joins Open Air Dunlop: Classics In The Park presented by Barrie Thunder Classics for a full day of free entertainment, classic cars, live music, food, shopping, and family fun.

WHO

Everyone! Whether you’re a car enthusiast, music fan, family, or simply looking for a great summer day by the waterfront, there’s something for all ages.

WHAT

A full day of classic vehicles, live music, local vendors, food trucks, patios, shopping, and free concerts.

WHERE

DOWNTOWN BARRIE | Dunlop Street | Heritage Park | Meridian Place

WHEN

Saturday, July 25
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

 

EVENT ITINERARY

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Open Air Dunlop: Classics In The Park

  • 500+ classic vehicles presented by Barrie Thunder Classics
  • Boat displays by Maple Leaf Marina
  • On The Mark Vintage Market in Meridian Place
  • Food trucks, vendors, patios, restaurants and shopping throughout Downtown Barrie

5:00 PM

Troubadour Festival – Local Opener Showcase

Featuring:

  • Noise Hotel
  • Siobhan Bodrug
  • Nix Ironstone

7:30 PM

Stuck On Planet Earth

Canadian alt-rock favourites with over 10 million global streams and an electrifying live show.

8:30 PM

Headliner: The Watchmen

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Silent Radar with one of Canada’s most iconic rock bands performing hits including Stereo, Any Day Now, Run and Hide, Say Something, Zoom, and more.

WHY

Spend the day exploring everything Downtown Barrie has to offer. From hundreds of classic vehicles and waterfront views to incredible live music, local shopping, great restaurants, patios, and family-friendly activities, it’s the perfect summer Saturday to gather with friends and make lasting memories.

Admission is free. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, explore downtown throughout the day, and stay for an unforgettable evening of live Canadian music.

For event information and updates, visit www.downtownbarrie.ca or follow @downtownbarrie on social media.

LOCAL PARTNERS

PAUL SADLON MOTORS | EXPERIENCE ONTARIO | CTV News Barrie | PURE COUNTRY 106 | BOUNCE 104.1 | Hey Bear Productions | Lemmon Entertainment | City of Barrie | Tourism Barrie | Barrie Thunder Classics | Maple Leaf Marina