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Facebook Threads Pinterest Barrie, ON – The excitement is building in Downtown Barrie as the community gets ready to kick off the holiday season in

Barrie, ON — The vibrant heart of Downtown Barrie will shine a little brighter this autumn as the Downtown Barrie BIA proudly unveils its latest

Barrie, ON – The seasons are changing, but Downtown Barrie is just warming up. As leaves shift to gold and the air takes on that

The Downtown Barrie BIA is proud to celebrate an extraordinary summer season filled with music, culture, food, and community spirit. From signature Open Air Dunlop

Barrie, ON – Statement from the Downtown Barrie BIA Board of Management The Downtown Barrie BIA, representing over 400 locally owned businesses and property owners,

Barrie, ON – Summer isn’t over yet! Downtown Barrie is set to go out with a bang as the Troubadour Festival finale takes over Meridian

Barrie, ON – Summer isn’t over yet! Downtown Barrie is going to bring one last blast of summer fun with the Troubadour Festival finale featuring

Barrie, ON – The music keeps rolling in Downtown Barrie as the Troubadour Festival – Outdoor Music Series returns to Meridian Place on Saturday, September

Barrie, ON – The Downtown Barrie BIA is proud to announce that after a record-breaking summer of live music, community festivals, and family fun, the

Barrie, ON – A full day of fun in Downtown Barrie! Keep summer humming along and experience the downtown’s community culture with your family and

Barrie, ON – The music keeps rolling in Downtown Barrie as the Troubadour Festival – Outdoor Music Series returns to Meridian Place on Saturday, August

Barrie, ON – Get ready for a feast of flavour and sound! The Downtown Barrie BIA is proud to present two incredible events on Saturday,

Barrie, ON  – Stay cool participating in Downtown Barrie’s Iced Cocoa Trail for the month of August. Over 25 of Downtown Barrie’s beloved cafes, restaurants,

Barrie, ON – Get ready to sip, shop, and chill — the Iced Cocoa Trail is back this August in Downtown Barrie! From August 2

Downtown Barrie is gearing up for an action-packed Saturday, July 26, filled with classic cars, live music, and community spirit. Anchoring the day’s excitement is

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is revving up for an unforgettable Saturday on July 26, packed with classic cars, live music, and a mighty display

Barrie, ON – Music lovers, get ready! The Troubadour Festival – Outdoor Music Series returns to Meridian Place on Saturday, July 26, capping off a

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is once again revving up for the return of one of the summer’s biggest community highlights — the second annual Classics In

Barrie, ON – The countdown is nearly complete – Downtown Barrie is about to reach a new sugar high (in the best way possible)! The

Barrie, ON – The tart countdown is getting serious. We are just FOUR DAYS away from the return of one of Ontario’s most delicious festivals

Barrie, ON – The countdown is officially on and the ovens are preheating! Just over one week remains until Downtown Barrie becomes the sweetest destination

Barrie, ON – The Downtown Barrie BIA is excited to share more details about its 2025 Canada Day Celebration, taking place Tuesday, July 1st in

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie will be all things Canadian on Tuesday, July 1st, as the Downtown Barrie BIA, in partnership with the City of

Barrie, ON – The wait is over! The Downtown Barrie BIA, in proud partnership with the Barrie Film Festival, is thrilled to present the return

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is turning up the volume this summer with Open Air Live Music, a signature part of the beloved Open Air

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is thrilled to officially announce the return of the Open Air Dunlop Butter Tart Festival, happening Saturday, July 12, 2025,

Click here for FREE Shuttle Service info Barrie, ON – The wait is over—tomorrow night is the official launch of the Troubadour Festival Summer Concert

Click here for FREE Shuttle Service info Barrie, ON – Get ready, Barrie—this Saturday marks the electric launch of the Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series

Barrie, ON – The skies above Downtown Barrie and Kempenfelt Bay will once again roar to life from Friday, June 6 to Sunday, June 8,

Barrie, ON – We are excited to announce the first three Local Opener Showcase selectees for the upcoming Troubadour Festival Local Opener Showcase! The Troubadour

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Tuesday May 27 2025  Barrie, ON – Did you know Downtown Barrie is serving up one of the best patio experiences

The Troubadour Festival Local Openers Showcase is being well received!  If you are a Solo or Duo in either the Youth (<18) or 18+ please

Barrie, ON – New this year, the Troubadour Festival Local Openers Showcase will offer a career-shaping opportunity for local youth and house bands to perform

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

Barrie, ON – New this year, the Troubadour Festival Local Openers Showcase will offer a career-shaping opportunity for local youth and house bands to perform

Barrie, ON – The Downtown Barrie BIA is proud to announce this year’s exciting Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series, a four-part celebration of live music

Barrie, ON – The Downtown Barrie BIA was proud to recently host a group of high school business students for an engaging and educational walking

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is open for business once again following the recent ice storm that left much of the area without power for several

Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is excited to announce the launch of a new local initiative as part of the nationwide movement: Shop Main Street

Barrie, ON – Get ready to shake off those winter blues, Barrie! Spring is knocking, and Downtown Barrie is throwing open the doors with a

Downtown Barrie’s female entrepreneurs shone brightly at the recent Barrie Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Awards Gala, reaffirming the strength and impact of women-led

Improvements are being made to the drainage systems that run beneath Downtown Barrie. The information featured here will assist you in navigating subsequent road closures

This February long weekend, Downtown Barrie is the place to celebrate all kinds of love – romantic, platonic, and familial! Whether you’re planning a romantic

BARRIE, ON – The much-anticipated Downtown Barrie Hot Cocoa Trail is officially launching this weekend! Beginning February 1st and running throughout the month, this beloved

Warm Up This Winter with the Downtown Barrie Hot Cocoa Trail! BARRIE, ON – Get ready to chase away the winter blues with the return

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, January 21 2025 BARRIE, ON – Barrie, nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty, offers a winter wonderland of outdoor activities just minutes

Embrace Winter Fun In Downtown Barrie! For Immediate Release: Tuesday, January 14 2025 Barrie, ON – Don’t let the winter chill keep you indoors! Downtown

For Immediate Release: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is buzzing with optimism as we kick off 2025! Building on the momentum

Downtown Barrie Reflects on a Year of Growth & Community For Immediate Release: Friday, December 20 2024 Barrie, ON – As 2024 comes to a

Celebrating 2024 & Welcoming 2025!New Year’s Countdown in Downtown Barrie!   For Immediate Release: Tuesday, December 17 2024 Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie is excited

Shop Local for the Holidays!   Downtown Barrie has over 300 Local Businesses to Support Your Shopping This Holiday Season!    For Immediate Release: Tuesday,

Giving Tuesday! Downtown Barrie Snowy Festive Tree & Wreath Lot Supporting Hospice Simcoe …continues this week and weekend!  For Immediate Release: Tuesday, December 3 2024 Saturday, December

2024 was another year of building upon our journey forward. Our events portfolio returned a record attendance for the year – well over 250,000 unique

Downtown Barrie BIA celebrates $15 million in Economic Impact from 2024 Events!   For Immediate Release:Tuesday, November 26 2024 Barrie, ON – The Downtown Barrie

This Weekend!  A Special Festive Tree Lot Supporting Hospice Simcoe For Immediate Release: Wednesday, Nov 19 2024 Saturday, November 23, 2024 | 10 AM –

Every year, Barrie’s Royal Canadian Legion Branch and the City of Barrie join communities across Canada in commemorating Remembrance Day​.​  This year’s Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremony in Memorial

Fall Fun in Downtown Barrie!  For Immediate Release:Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 A Glorious Start to Fall in Downtown Barrie Sets the Stage for Exciting Upcoming Events Barrie,

Kennedy’s Lakeside Grocery Brings Fresh, Local Shopping Back to Downtown Barrie! For Immediate Release: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Barrie, ON – It’s been years since Downtown

Downtown Barrie Gears Up for a Thrilling Halloween & Dia de los Muertos Celebration! For Immediate Release: Tuesday, Oct 22, 2024 Saturday, October 26, 2024

Mark Your Calendars: Downtown Barrie’s Open Air Meridian Halloween & Ofrenda Celebrations! Saturday, October 26, 2024 | 10 AM – 4 PM | Meridian Place Barrie,

Open Air Meridian Thanksgiving. Celebrate Fall in Downtown Barrie! For Immediate Release: Tuesday, Oct 8, 2024 As the vibrant colours of fall begin to paint Downtown

Open Air Meridian Thanksgiving & Seeds To Sow in Downtown Barrie! For Immediate Release:Tuesday Oct 1, 2024 Barrie, ON – October brings us nature’s colourful

Open Air Meridian kicks off with Culture Days in DowntownBarrie! For Immediate Release:Tuesday Sept 17, 2024 Barrie, ON – The fall season in Downtown Barrie

Downtown Barrie Summer Event Recap: A Record-Breaking Season of Celebration and Community!  For Immediate Release:Tuesday Sept 10, 2024 Barrie, ON – The summer of 2024 was

Downtown Barrie presents Open Air Live Music Featuring Ombiigizi at Meridian Place For Immediate Release: Thursday Sept 5, 2024 Barrie, ON – Downtown Barrie’s vibrant

Fall Colours are Coming: Celebrate the changing season in Downtown Barrie! For Immediate Release: Tuesday, September 3, 2024 Barrie, ON – As the leaves begin

Wonka sets the stage for the final outdoor movie of the season in Downtown Barrie!   For Immediate Release:Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Barrie, ON –

Countdown to Culinary Bliss: Open Air Dunlop Eats On The Streets This Saturday! For Immediate Release:Tuesday August 20th 2024   Barrie, ON – The wait

Downtown Barrie Unveils Open Air Dunlop Eats On The Streets: A Culinary Celebration Like No Other! For Immediate Release: Tuesday August 13 2024 Barrie, ON 

Downtown Barrie Iced Cocoa Trail. Sip, Savour, Shop and Win!   For Immediate Release:Tuesday August 6 2024 Barrie, ON  – Stay cool participating in Downtown

Chill Out this August in Downtown Barrie. Sip, Savour & Shop the Iced Cocoa Trail! For Immediate Release: Tuesday July 30 2024 Barrie, ON  –

Classics to Exotics, Downtown Barrie will be shining bright at the inaugural Open Air Dunlop Classic Car Show. For Immediate Release: Tuesday July 23, 2024 Barrie,

Can the World’s Strongest Man pull a 5 Ton Truck!?!?   Downtown Barrie announces the inaugural Open Air Dunlop Classic Car Show.  For Immediate Release:

Anticipation Sweetly Soars for Downtown Barrie’s Inaugural Butter Tart Festival: A Sugary Celebration with Special Guests For Immediate Release: Tuesday July 9, 2024 Barrie, ON

Happiness is a warm butter tart! Downtown Barrie announces Open Air Dunlop Butter Tarts & More Festival. For Immediate Release: Barrie, ON – Get ready

Happy Birthday Canada! July 1st celebrations planned in Downtown Barrie! For Immediate Release: Tuesday June 25, 2024 Barrie, ON – Come downtown to celebrate all

Downtown Barrie announces the summer outdoor movie line up in partnership with the Barrie Film Festival For Immediate Release: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 Barrie, ON

Live Music, Cupcakes and Fireworks!   Downtown Barrie’s annual Open Air Dunlop Canada Day celebrates Canada!   For Immediate Release: Tuesday June 18, 2024 Barrie,

Outdoor Concert! 200 Drones Show! Air Show! Outdoor Movie! …and so much more! Barrie’s Summer Event Season Kicks Off this Weekend! For Immediate Release: Tuesday

The skies will open up with hums and roars! Open Air Dunlop as part of the Barrie Airshow in partnership with the City of Barrie.

From Juno Award Winning to One’s to Watch! Downtown Barrie announces the Open Air Dunlop Live Music for the summer season. For Immediate Release: Thursday May

Downtown Barrie upgrades ‘shop local’ Gift Card and has ‘twinned’ the programme with Harrogate, UK  A shop local ethos is the latest link between UK

Downtown Barrie announces Summer Events Schedule: A Season of Vibrancy and Community Engagement! For Immediate Release: Thursday, May 2, 2024  Barrie, ON –  Downtown Barrie