Barrie, ON – One of Canada’s most celebrated rock artists is coming to Downtown Barrie this Canada Day.

Headlining the Open Air Dunlop Canada Day Celebration is Terra Lightfoot, a JUNO Award-nominated singer-songwriter and one of Canada’s most captivating live performers, having toured internationally alongside artists including Willie Nelson, Blue Rodeo, Bruce Cockburn, and The Sheepdogs. Following the acclaimed success of Healing Power, she’s embarking on a new musical chapter with her intimate 2025 album Home Front, showcasing a more personal, roots-inspired sound while continuing to earn praise as one of Canada’s premier rock and blues artists. Terra Lightfoot will close out an incredible day of celebration with a high-energy concert beginning at 8:30 PM in Heritage Park before the skies light up over Kempenfelt Bay with Barrie’s spectacular Canada Day fireworks.

From morning until night, Downtown Barrie will once again become the heart of Canada Day celebrations as Open Air Dunlop welcomes families, friends, and visitors for a full day of free entertainment, interactive activities, community traditions, and live performances along the waterfront and downtown core.

Whether you’re spending the afternoon with the kids, challenging a Barrie Rover on the soccer pitch, cheering on local wrestling, enjoying live music, or gathering for fireworks over Kempenfelt Bay, there’s something for every generation to enjoy.

Your Canada Day Schedule:

10:00 AM

Canada Day Kids Zone Opens (until 8:00 PM)
Bounce into the day with inflatables, roaming stilt walkers, hands-on art activities, and family fun all day long.

Barrie Skate Association
Watch incredible skateboarding demonstrations, open skating, and competitions on Dunlop Street West. (Runs until 5:00 PM)

New To You Vintage Market – Dunlop Street East

10 vintage vendors anchored by Downtown Barrie’s On The Mark Vintage Store showcasing the very best vintage clothing around. (Runs until 8pm)

Brightside Collective Market – Dunlop Street East

15 vendors showcasing area food, artisan crafts and art along Dunlop Street (Runs until 8pm)

Barrie Wrestling Canada Day Challenge Cup – Match #1
The action begins as local wrestling stars battle for Canada Day bragging rights.

11:00 AM

Kiwanis Kids Entertainment – Dan the Music Man
Sing, dance, laugh, and join one of Ontario’s favourite children’s entertainers.

12:00 PM

Barrie Wrestling Canada Day Challenge Cup – Match #2
Round two of the Canada Day Challenge continues with even more family-friendly excitement.

1:30 PM

Kiwanis Kids Entertainment – Zoo To You
Meet fascinating animals up close in this interactive wildlife experience the whole family will love.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

NEW! Canada Celebrates World Cup Soccer
In celebration of Canada hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, join the Barrie Rovers on an interactive street soccer pitch featuring mini-games, 2-on-3 kick-arounds, skills challenges, and the chance to take on a Rover!

3:00 PM

Barrie Wrestling Canada Day Challenge Cup – Match #3
The championship showdown wraps up an action-packed afternoon.

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Canada Day Cupcake Ceremony & Meridian Place Public Piano Unveiling
Join Deputy Mayor Robert Thompson, local Members of Parliament and Provincial Parliament, and the community as everyone comes together to sing O Canada before enjoying thousands of complimentary Canada Day cupcakes—one of Downtown Barrie’s most cherished annual traditions.

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Baytowne Big Band
Swing into the evening with timeless classics and crowd favourites performed by one of Barrie’s favourite big bands.

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

LIFTiD
The energy builds as LIFTiD takes over the stage with an upbeat DJ set to get everyone ready for the night’s headline performance.

8:30 PM – 10:00 PM

HEADLINER: Terra Lightfoot
Prepare for an unforgettable live performance from one of Canada’s most acclaimed musicians. With soaring vocals, blistering guitar solos, and songs that blend rock, blues, and soul, Terra Lightfoot promises to deliver an electrifying Canada Day concert on Barrie’s waterfront.

10:00 PM – 10:15 PM

Canada Day Fireworks
Look to the skies above Downtown Barrie, as a spectacular fireworks display from Heritage Park lights up the waterfront in a breathtaking celebration of Canada Day.

10:15 PM – 11:00 PM

Canada Day Salsa After Party
Keep the celebration going after the fireworks with music, dancing, and Latin rhythms under the stars.

“Canada Day has become one of Downtown Barrie’s signature celebrations because it truly brings everyone together,” said Steve Ricalis, Chair of the Downtown Barrie BIA. “From families enjoying the Kids Zone and community traditions like the Cupcake Ceremony to incredible Canadian talent like Terra Lightfoot performing on our waterfront stage, the day showcases everything that makes Downtown Barrie such a vibrant place to gather. We invite everyone to spend the day with us, support our local businesses, and celebrate Canada’s birthday in the heart of our community.”

Presented as part of Open Air Dunlop, the Canada Day Celebration is made possible through the generous support of Celebrate Canada, alongside the Downtown Barrie BIA and its many community partners.