To October 31
Barrie's Farmers' Market
70 Collier St. Inside City Hall in the RotundaThe
Barrie Farmers' Market is open-year round! From May to October vendors are outdoors at
Barrie City Hall. Vendors offer farm fresh produce, planets and flowers, honey, bread,
fish, meat, handcrafted items and much more.
The Market is a good ol' meeting place to talk to
friends, catch up on the news, voice your opinion, play a friendly game of cards while
enjoying coffee, juice and baked goods.
Open Saturdays from 8am to 12:30pm. |
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October 7 - 10
ANNUAL IMAGES THANKSGIVING STUDIO TOUR
Orillia, Barrie & surrounding area, 327-3363
A self-guided tour & juried presentation of works by professional artists &
craftspeople in their studio environments. (Brochure & map available at venues,
Orillia District Chamber of Commerce & various locations throughout Simcoe County)
Artworks are on exhibit and for sale. Bring a friend and enjoy the magnificent colours of
autumn!
Many of the Images Tour artists exhibit year round or have studios that are open to the
public. Use this site as a resource for unique and original handmade work and please feel
free to call any of the artists listed if you'd like more information about their work. |
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October 23 - November 20
FLAVOURS OF ONTARIO'S LAKE COUNTRY
Savour a diversity of culinary delights from some of the finest restaurants in Ontario's Lake Country! Delicious three-course set-menu dinners for $20 & $30 plus alcohol, taxes & gratuities! 325-9321 or 1-866-329-5959 for information. Call participating restaurants for reservations. |
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October 26-28 (Evenings)
Haunted Harbour
Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene
(705) 549-8064; www.discoveryharbour.on.ca
Discovery Harbour hosts its third annual "Haunted Harbour" event evenings October 26, 27 & 28, promising a fun and spooky evening for the entire family. A popular "Haunted House" feature will return to the event for an extra level of "scary" for those who dare to enter!
Event Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Admission: $5.00 per person with a non-perishable food item for the local food bank. Children ages 5 and under are free. |
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October 28 - 30, 2011
Barrie Ski Swap & Show
Bradford Greenhouse, 4346 County Road 90, Barrie
contact@barrieskiswap.com; www.barrieskiswap.com
Fun filled family event.
Prizes to be Won.
Vendors displaying the latest gear.
Resorts & Destinations on display.
Event Time: Friday: 6pm - 8:30pm; Saturday: 10am - 5pm; Sunday: 9am - 1pm
Admission: Free |
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October 30
Annual Halloween 'Spook'tacular
Farmers Market, City Hall, BarrieIn partnership
with the Barrie Farmer's Market we invite everyone to come down to City Hall (70 Collier
St) from 8am - noon and have a 'spook'tacular time with a variety of activities and
attractions to celebrate Halloween. The following spooky activities will be taking place:
- Costume Contest (for children 12 and under) -
- Registration - 9am
- Judging - 10am
- Winners Announcements - 11am
- * Pumpkin Carving Contest -
- Registration - 9:30am
- Judging - 10:30am
- Winners Announcements - 11:30am
- * Free Face Painting
- * Free Wagon Rides
- * Free Hot Apple Cider courtesy of Downtown Barrie and The
Farmers Market
- * Take a picture with a Scarecrow
Come down and start your 'spooky' day in Downtown Barrie
at The Farmer's Market. |
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 October 30 at 8:00 PM
Rumble at Rama XIII
CasinRama
The most popular fight series in Canada continues. The fight card will feature world-class
fighters making their Casino Rama debut provided by new international boxing promoter,
Knockoutv Entertainment Canada Inc. |
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| November |
November 4 - 6
17th Annual Barrie Christmas Craft Sale
Barrie Molson Centre, 555 Bayview Dr.
AND ON THE 12TH DAY OF XMAS MY TRUE LOVE GAVE TO ME... the most beautiful one of a kind hand crafted gift from the Barrie Molson Centre Xmas Craft Show. On November 4, 5 & 6, 2011 over 140 of Ontario's most talented artisans & crafters come together at the Barrie Molson Centre for the 17th Annual Xmas Craft Show & Sale. Choose from pottery, stained glass, teddy bears, Xmas crafts, body care products, jewellery, clothing, woodcrafts, ceramics, and more, making Xmas shopping easy.
Event Time: Friday 12:00pm - 8:00pm; Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm; Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Admission: Adults - $7.00; Seniors - $5.00; Children 12 & Under - Free |
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November 5
ANNUAL ORILLIA KIWANIS MAMMOTH AUCTION
Live auction featuring hundreds of goods & services! Proceeds to Kiwanis Club of Orillia programs & community projects, 9:00 am, ODAS Park, Fairgrounds Road off Hwy. 12 West, 325-2233 |
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November 18
CHILDREN'S CANDLELIGHT PARADE & TREE LIGHTING
Downtown Orillia
Hundreds of children carry candles & carol through Downtown Orillia to turn on the giant Opera House tree & light the way for Santa! Free cookies & hot chocolate! 7:00 pm, Mississaga Street from Legion to Opera House, 325-3261 (Free parking in Downtown lots) |
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November 18
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Memorial Square Barrie
Come Downtown to enjoy the
35th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Memorial Square on Friday November 18th 2011 from
5pm - 9pm. The following activities will be taking place to bring in the festive season:
* Visit from Santa - between 6pm and 6:30pm
* Tree Lighting and Fireworks at 6:30pm
* Choir Singing, Wagon Rides, Pony Rides and Face Painting 5pm - 9pm
* Free Hot Chocolate with a non-perishable donation
* Old Tyme Kettle Korn and Captain Cooke De Fries
Start the season off with this long standing annual
ceremony in Downtown Barrie. |
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November 19
16th Annual Santa Claus Parade
Downtown Barrie
(705) 721-5000; www.barriechamber.com
Welcome Santa at Barrie's Annual Night Parade! Stay Tuned for Parade Route
Event Time: Parade begins at 5pm
Admission: Free |
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November 19 - 20
Christmas at the Museum Artisans Show & Sale
Simcoe County Museum, 1151 Highway 26, Minesing
(705) 728-3721; www.simcoe.ca
Bring home an original creation from one of over 50 regional artisans. Catch the Christmas spirit early. Empty Bowls Program and Christmas Cheer Gingerbread Competition.
Event Time: 10:00am - 4pm
Admission: $6.00 per person
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November 20
ORILLIA SANTA CLAUS PARADE
One of the largest Christmas parades North of Toronto! Over 100 floats, bands & Santa himself celebrate the "Spirit of Christmas"! 1:00 pm, Downtown Orillia, 326-4424 or 1-888-326-4424 (Non-perishable food collection for Orillia Food Bank by Big Brothers-Big Sisters / Free parking in Downtown lots) |
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| December |
December 3-5 from 9:30 to 5:30
Victorian Christmas
Cookstown Antique Market, 5108 Cty Rd #27, Cookstown
The romance of a Victorian Christmas comes alive in the Barn at Cookstown Antique Market. Come and enjoy our twin ten foot tall real Christmas trees decorated in vintage and new ornaments all for sale. See our staff and the barn decked out in Victorian style. There will be lights, music, and plenty of sweet and savory treats. There is something for everyone. Receive 10% off all your purchases plus many more in store specials.
Please bring a non perishable food item, new unwrapped toy or cash donation for the Salvation Army.
Please bring a non perishable food, toy or cash donation for the Salvation Army.
For more information call (705) 458-1275 or visit www.cookstownantiquemarket.com. |
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December 31
Barrie's New Year's Eve Downtown Countdown 2011
Barrie City Hall (70 Collier Street)
Ring in the New Year at the biggest free New Year's Eve celebration in Central Ontario!
The City of Barrie is proud to present the annual Downtown Countdown. The
alcohol-free festivities take place at Barrie's City Hall. The whole family can enjoy a
FREE evening of fun and celebration. Dress for the weather and enjoy skating on the Circle
at the Centre rink, live entertainment, fireworks and activities for kids. Enjoy live
music from Thornley formerly known as Big Wreck. A ride on Barrie Transit is free from 6pm
t9pm (with extended service until 3am at the regular rate) |
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| January |
 January 7 - 8
2012 TSN Curling Skins Game
Casino Rama
Two days of intense curling skins action.
Four Canadian world champions will play in the TSN Curling Skins Game taking place January 7 and 8, 2012 at Casino Rama in Rama, ON.
One of the highlights of the curling season, next year's TSN Curling Skins Game will feature current world champion Jeff Stoughton, along with Kevin Martin, Kevin Koe and Glenn Howard. They were skips of the last four Canadian teams to win world championships.
The four champions will compete for $75,000 in prize money. |
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 January 27 - 29
The Taylor Cup Pond Hockey Championship
Bayview-Wildwood Resort on Sparrow Lake, just north of Orillia
www.taylorcup.ca
What is Pond Hockey?
Who would have thought that back in the late 1800s, when a group of friends hit
the ice for a little friendly competition, that it would someday turn into Canada's great
sports legacy. Today Pond Hockey still harkens back to the roots of the game.
Why Play?
Better question - Why not! How often can you say that you are going to get
together with your pals, out of town, play hockey, party and it's all for a good cause.
The instances are few and far between. Take advantage of this legitimate, recreational,
getaway weekend. And, oh ya, did we say road trip!
Head for the WILD this winter - more specifically - Bayview-Wildwood Resort - to take in
and experience the Taylor Cup Pond Hockey Championship. |
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| March |
March 24 - 25
18th Annual Spring Home & Garden Show
Barrie Molson Centre, 555 Bayview Drive, Barrie
(705) 734-1728; www.mbmshows.com
Exhibitors will include home renovation ideas, new kitchens, fall gardening tips, update your floors, hot bathroom trends, energy efficient windows, home décor, colour consultations and more.
Event Time: Saturday: 9am - 4pm; Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Admission: Adults: $7.00; Seniors: $5.00; Children Under 12: Free |
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| April |
 April 13 - 15
ANNUAL SIMCOE SPRING HOME & COTTAGE SHOW
Barnfield Point Recreation Centre, Tudhope Park, 835-0123
Fantastic selection of home & cottage products & services! Website: http://www.orilliahomeshow.ca |
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April 14
The Body Show
Mapleview Community Campus, 300 Mapleview Drive, Barrie
(705) 734-1728; www.mbmshows.com
6th Annual Body Show is dedicated to all women who want to look and feel great. this one day event will be chock full of fabulous vendors showcasing everything from gorgeous jewelry, top salon makeovers, gourmet and organic food and health products, and fitness training, to exciting seminars and demonstrations on our main stage.
Event Time: 9am - 5pm
Admission: 13 years and Older: $5.00 |
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April 21
SpringThaw5K
Heritage Park, Lakeshore Dr, Barrie, ON
5km run along the Barrie Waterfront- all are welcome register online at
www.runningroom.com or at the SpringThaw website. 1K run for kids. Great for the whol
family- free t-shirts for pre-registered runners. Check out the website for all the
details.
Website: http://www.springthaw5k.org |
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April
2012 MS Walk - Barrie
The Ranch, 56 Bayfield Street, Barrie, ON
The Barrie MS Walk is a wonderful opportunity for you to show your commitment to your
community and to join the movement to end MS. Last year the Barrie community raised
$147,000 for local support services and national research to end MS. On April 17, 2011,
more than 770 participants will join together in Barrie at the MS Walk. This is a fun
family friendly event for all ages to get outside and support a great cause!
Website: http://mssociety.ca/ontario/scwalk.htm |
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April
Steps For Life - Fundraiser Walk
Rotary Pavilion - Centennial Beach, Barrie, ON
Families, friends and co-workers and employers walked to raise awareness about the
importance of injury prevention in the workplace and to raise funds for family support
programs and services to help victims of workplace tragedy.
Website: http://stepsforlife.ca |
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| May |
May TBA
Walk for Kids Help Phone
South Shore Centre, Lakeshore Drive, Barrie, ON
Annual Walk for Kids Help Phone is a 5 km walk around the waterfront in Barrie.
Participants can register online. Create a team to represent your school / business or
walk independently, raise pledges and come out and support the youth in your community.
Website: http://www.walkforkidshelpphone.ca/Barrie |
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May TBA
Barrie's Farmers' Market
70 Collier St. Inside City Hall in the RotundaThe
Barrie Farmers' Market is open-year round! From May to October vendors are outdoors at
Barrie City Hall. Vendors offer farm fresh produce, planets and flowers, honey, bread,
fish, meat, handcrafted items and much more.
The Market is a good ol' meeting place to talk to
friends, catch up on the news, voice your opinion, play a friendly game of cards while
enjoying coffee, juice and baked goods.
Open Saturdays from 8am to 12:30pm. |
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May TBA
KidsFest Run 4 Change
Running Room, 56 Dunlop Street East, BarrieContact:
Michelle
Phone: 1-888-320-8844
Email: volunteers@kidsfestonline.com
Website: www.run4change.net
Make change in the lives of the 1 million Canadian children who live in poverty. Create a
team, join a team, or participate on your own. You can also drop off loose change at any
Scotiabank location from May 15-22. |
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May TBA
Friends for Life Walk a Thon
Heritage park, Barrie's Waterfront, Barrie
Annual event, collect pledges and come out for a great day at Barrie's beautiful
waterfront and walk your pooch in support of the Barrie OSPCA and all the homeless animals
in your community. Local businesses will have booths set up with all sorts of animal
related products. Microchip clinic onsite as well that day.
Phone: 705-728-7311
Email: kthompson@ospca.on.ca
Website: http://www.barrie.ontariospca.ca |
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Plants for Paws
Barrie OSPC, 91 Patterson Rd, Barrie
Spring has sprung time to plant! Are you perennial plants growing out of control and need
to cut them back but donate know what to do with the pieces? Donate them to the Barrie
OSPCA or come on down and purchase some new plants for your gardens. Accepting plants
beginning May 7th weekend. Come drop them off at the shelter. We do ask that they be
potted and identified
Phone: 705-728-7311
Email: kthompson@ospca.on.ca
Website: http://www.barrie.ontariospca.ca |
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TBA
MAY SIDEWALK SALE
Downtown Orillia, 325-3261
Great savings from Downtown merchants! Live entertainment & fun for the whole family!
Free parking in Downtown lots. |
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| June |
June TBA
Relay for Life
Georgian CollegeOrganization: Canadian Cancer
Society
Contact: Colin Wilson - Chair Team Recruitment
Phone: 705-818-3805
Email: colin.wilson@simcoemail.com
Website: http://convio.cancer.ca/site/TR?fr_id=5180&pg=entry
10th Anniversary Relay for Life. A fantastic overnight event to raise money to fight
cancer. |
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June TBA
SPRING BOAT, COTTAGE & OUTDOOR SHOW
Port of Orillia, Lake Couchiching, 326-4424 or 1-888-326-4424
New & Pre-owned boats of all sizes make up this show, from inflatables to offshore
performance to fishing boats to cruisers! Started in the early 1990's for the large
pre-owned boat market, this event is now an established trade show for the boating
industry & private sector. This is one of the few shows offering private owners an
opportunity to sell their boat. Cost, location, time of year, and ease of in-water testing
all contribute to the success of the Spring Boat, Cottage & Outdoor Show.
In addition to a great selection of boats, the show features a variety of cottage &
outdoor product displays, vendors & marine safety demonstrations.
(Fri: Noon - 9:00 pm / Sat: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm / Sun: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm) |
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June TBA
Walk For ALS
Lions Picnic Shelter, Centennial Beach, BarrieOrganization:
ALS Ontario
Website: http://www.walkforals.ca
Build a team and Walk for ALS! Help us raise awareness and funds! Join us at Centennial
Beach for a 5 KM walk along the shores of Kempenfelt Bay. BBQ lunch to follow for
participants of the walk. Wheelchair Accessible. Parking available. |
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TBA
Christmas in June
A Merry Day at the Port of Orillia!
Large boater rendezvous and fabulous decorated boat contest, free to viewing public!
- No telephone reservations accepted until persons in line
at the Port have been served.
- Those waiting in line will be granted a maximum 6 slip
reservation per person, no exceptions.
- Everyone who has a slip for Christmas in June must
decorate their boat.
Port of Orillia: 705-326-6314
Orillia District Chamber of Commerce: 705-326-4424 / 1-888-326-4424 |
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TBA
STREETS ALIVE! CELEBRATION OF OUTDOOR ART
Downtown Orillia
Celebrate the 2011 Festival of Banners & Mariposa Folk Festival 50th Anniversary! Live
music & entertainment, colourful hand-painted street banners & the unveiling of
"Guitars on Parade"! Fifty giant guitar sculptures painted by local artists will
grace the Folk Festival in July & the Downtown to October! Downtown Orillia, 326-2159 Website: http://orilliastreetsalive.ca |
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| July |
July TBA
ANNUAL PROMENADE DAYS - CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS
Memorial Square & Dunlop Street Downtown BarrieEnjoy Downtown Barrie's longest standing Canada Day family weekend.
- Dunlop Street is closed to traffic from Mulcaster Street
to Toronto Street (see the 'Map' webpage and go to Events)
- The Downtown merchants will showcase all their fantastic
products during the Street Market the remaining days from 10am - 7pm.
- Family & Kids Zone with activities for all ages in
Memorial Square:
- Petting Zoo
- Reptile Show
- Face Painting
- Inflatable Set Up
- Midway
- Family Stage and West End Street Stage
- Interactive Street Level Entertainment throughout
- Restaurants Street Patios will be throughout the event
area
Make this year's extra long weekend fun and enjoyable in
Downtown Barrie! |
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July
TBA
LEACOCK SIDEWALK SALE
Downtown Orillia
Great savings from Downtown merchants! Live entertainment & fun for the whole family!
Downtown Orillia, 325-3261 (Free parking in Downtown lots) |
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| August |
August TBA
ANNUAL CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Downtown Orillia
A dazzling display of over 400 classic cars line our Downtown streets! Live entertainment,
including Saturday night concert. Great dining & shopping! Downtown Orillia, 325-3261
(Free parking in Downtown lots) |
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STARRY NIGHT GALLERY & STUDIO TOUR
Downtown Orillia
A magical evening of art! Experience Orillia's vibrant arts community & meet local
artists in their creative spaces! Guest artists & musicians, all studios &
galleries open, 7:00 - 11:00 pm, Downtown Orillia, 326-2159 |
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| September |
September TBA
ANNIVERSARY FALL AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET
Burls Creek Event Park, Oro-Medonte 8th Line, 487-3663
Cars & parts as far as the eye can see! Collectibles, classics, hard to find parts,
car sales corral, Sunday auto auction, live entertainment, good food & more! |
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September TBA
DOWNTOWN BARRIE HISTORIC WALKING TOUR
Memorial Square, 65 Dunlop Street East
Email: culture@barrie.ca
Website: www.barrie.ca
As part of the Nine Mile Portage Heritage Festival, join Barrie's Town Crier for a one
hour walk around Barrie's city centre. You'll learn about some of the early Victorian
citizens, as well as a few rogues, scoundrels, and "ladies of the night" who
lived in Barrie in the early 1800s. The tour will highlight many Victorian buildings in
downtown Barrie, including the former Simcoe Hotel and The Queen's Hotel, two of the
oldest buildings in that area of the city. Special guest is author Larry Cotton.
Pre-registration required - space is limited. To pre-register call 739-4299. For more
information about Nine Mile Portage Heritage Festival visit www.barrie.ca. |
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Walk a Mile in My Shoe
Centennial Park, Barrie
www.reachfortherainbow.ca/walkamile
The Walk a Mile in My Shoe fundraising and awareness initiative invites individuals across
Ontario to pledge and participate in a walk-a-thon in support of Reach for the Rainbow and
the values of inclusion and belonging. With our Partners in Integration, Reach for the
Rainbow will share the proceeds raised through pledges and community support with our
affiliate camps to improve accessibility and existing infrastructure. |
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from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Terry Fox Run
Centennial Beach Park, Barrie
Terry Fox Foundation
Patrick Scott, Chairperson
(705) 735-0551
pat_scott69@hotmail.com
Registration at the Lions Pavilion at Centennial Beach. The walk begins at Centennial Park
on the walking path and goes to Shoreshore Centre and back to Heritage Park and ending at
Centennial Beach Park. Once around is 5km and twice for 10kms. Participants can walk, run
or rollerblade. Everyone must register but there is not a registration fee but donations
are welcome. There will be free food and beverages, music and entertainment for all. |
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Doors Open Barrie 2012
Various locations throughout BarrieTravel to
Barrie to experience the rich heritage that our city has to offer. Discover first-hand
Barrie’s hidden architectural treasures. The downtown core of Barrie, Dunlop Street,
dates back to before the War of 1812. Through the years many of the streets have changed,
but the buildings remain the same. Unique and interesting stories about past residents,
local legends, and exciting events await you at each site. Start your experience at the
historic Southshore Centre, 205 Lakeshore Drive, this year's Doors Open Barrie Welcome
Centre. Here you can pick up you passport to the event and check out displays and
information provided by the Barrie Art Club and Simcoe County Museum.
Take a free guided tour of Barrie's Union Cemetery, the historic waterfront or Barrie's
beautiful downtown core (pre-registration required). For more information visit
www.doorsopenbarrie.ca or email us at info@doorsopenbarrie.ca. |
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 September TBA from
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wheelchair Relay Challenge
Downtown Barrie-Collier St./Owen St.
Organization Canadian Paraplegic Association of Ontario
www.cpaont.org
The Wheelchair Relay is more than just a race. It's a wheelchair challenge for both able
bodied people and for people with mobility impairment. It is an active, fun way for
individuals and corporate teams of all abilities to better understand the experience of
using a wheelchair, while raising awareness and vital funds for those with spinal cord
injuries and other physical disabilities. Teams of five compete against each other in a
relay fashion around a specified track in a wheelchair provided by us. |
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