Ghost Tours
2024-07-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-29 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada
About the tour:
Join us on Saturday evenings this summer for a lantern-lit guided tour revealing the supernatural side of Discovery Harbour!
The tour experience is approximately 1.5 – 2 hours in length and involves a considerable amount of walking. Tours proceed rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.
Ghost Tours departure times vary as the summer months progress – The Discovery Harbour team has designed the tours to sync with the sunset so the spooky factor is maximized!
New this year
Each Saturday at 7 p.m. join us at Discovery Harbour for a Ghost Tour that starts in the evening hours. Perfect for those with younger children who would like to get the kids into their beds at a reasonable time.

This year Ghost Tours are offered Saturday evenings starting June 29 and will run up to and including August 31, 2024
June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27

7 p.m. (NEW family friendly tour)
8:30 p.m.
8:45 p.m.
9 p.m.
9:15 p.m. (this will be offered as a French language tour, available to book until 1 p.m. on Friday of each week)

August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

7:15 p.m. (NEW family friendly tour)
8:15 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
8:45 p.m.
9 p.m. (this will be offered as a French language tour, available to book until 1 p.m. on Friday of each week)

Tickets are $20.00 per person including tax

Spaces are limited, advance ticket purchase is highly recommended
New this year, we are offering a more family-oriented time for Ghost Tours each Saturday evening (7pm)
Season passes are not valid for Ghost Tours
Please note that Discovery Harbour’s complimentary admission program for First Nation, Métis and Inuit people does not apply to this event
Please read the information found under “Plan your visit” below for more details including what to expect when attending Ghost Tours
Pets are not allowed at this special event (with the exception of service animals)

Ghost Tour at Discovery Harbour
2024-07-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada
Join us on Saturday evenings this summer for a lantern-lit guided tour revealing the supernatural side of Discovery Harbour!
The tour experience is approximately 1.5 – 2 hours in length and involves a considerable amount of walking. Tours proceed rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.
Ghost Tours departure times vary as the summer months progress – The Discovery Harbour team has designed the tours to sync with the sunset so the spooky factor is maximized!
New this year
Each Saturday at 7 p.m. join us at Discovery Harbour for a Ghost Tour that starts in the evening hours. Perfect for those with younger children who would like to get the kids into their beds at a reasonable time.

Open Air Dunlop Butter Tarts and More Festival
2024-07-13 00:00 - 23:59 | Downtown Barrie, Dunlop St, Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Saturday, July 13th (This Saturday / tomorrow / today) from ten to four supporting RVH Keep Life Wild Campaign
This FREE event has over 75 vendors to indulge your sweet tooth and more showcasing award winning bakeries, local crafters & retailers, artisanal foods & cafes, and family activities such as face painting, street performers and crafts.

Camp Britannia: A soldier’s overnight adventure
2024-07-13 00:00 - 23:59, 2024-07-12 00:00 - 23:59, 2024-07-06 00:00 - 23:59, 2024-07-05 00:00 - 23:59 | Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene, Ontario, Canada
March back in time this summer as you embark on an extraordinary journey with us, stepping into the shoes of a 19th-century British soldier. Join us for an unforgettable adventure, offering a unique opportunity to live and breathe the fascinating world of the the British military at the Penetanguishene Establishment (today’s Discovery Harbour)
What is included: day one

tour of the historic site
setting up of your soldiers tent
flint and steel fire starting demonstration
exploration of a soldier’s kit
issuing of a soldier’s uniform
marching and weapons drills
historic cooking with soldiers’ rations (dinner will be provided)
live black powder musket demonstration
tour of the Officer’s Quarters
campfire and bannock with stories and songs

What is included: day two

soldier’s reveille (trumpets and drum)
morning muster and inspection
morning drill and marching practice
breakfast in the communal mess tent
cannon drill information
breaking down of the soldiers camp

This overnight adventure costs $150.00, including tax, for adults and $60.00, including tax, for youth ages 10-15.
For more information visit our website at: https://discoveryharbour.on.ca/events/camp-britannia-a-soldiers-overnight-adventure/

Shadows & Stone Evening Experience
2024-07-11 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-07-04 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-06-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, 16164, Highway 12 East, Midland, Ontario, L4R 4K8, Canada
Shadows & Stone: Evening Experience
Explore historic Sainte-Marie… at night
What does a 17th century Jesuit mission look like at night? Find out! Join a small group of intrepid visitors on a guided evening tour of Sainte-Marie among the Hurons. Grab your lantern and discover the shadows of the past during this immersive and intimate experience. Then cozy up in the longhouse over historic teas and listen to Indigenous stories
History by candlelight
Watch the sparks fly in the blacksmith shop. Roast bannock on a stick. Explore darkened historical buildings. Hear the creatures of the Wye River stir to life. Sip tea by the crackling fire in the longhouse, listen to stories, and imagine what Wendake would have been like in the 1600s at night.
Get ready to experience Sainte-Marie in a whole new way. This small-group tour experience is 1.5-2 hours and will proceed even if it rains, so please dress appropriately.

Dates: Thursday evenings from June 27 to August 29
Times:

8 p.m. (English)
8:30 p.m. (English)
9 p.m. (French) NOTE: Should there be no French reservations as of Wednesday at noon, the 9 p.m. experience will take place in English

Tickets details

Maximum of 25 participants per start time
Advanced ticket purchase is recommended, to avoid disappointment
This event is not recommended for children under 10 years old
Sainte-Marie/Discovery Harbour season passes aren’t valid for this small-group event
Sainte-Marie’s complimentary admission programs for Indigenous peoples, Ontario Teachers, and members of the Canadian Armed Forces do not apply to this event
Please read the information found under “Plan Your Visit” below for more details about what to expect when attending Shadows & Stone: Evening Experience

50/50 Raffle
2024-07-10 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-07-03 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-06-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Canadian Tire - Wasaga Beach, 75 45th St S, Wasaga Beach, Ontario, L9Z 1A7, Canada
Brad's Place Addiction Treatment is collaborating with Wasaga Beach Car Addicts every Wednesday from May 29 to October 16 to hold a 50/50 draws to raise money towards Brad's Places' Building Fund and The Wasaga Beach Food Bank.
Come out and enjoy great music, cool cars from classics to newer vehicles or sign up your car for the show. Good times to be had for all!

AFTER DARK - An 18+ celebration of 2000s dance flicks and block parties!
2024-07-06 18:00 | Georgian Theatre, 1 Georgian Dr Bldg C,, Barrie, ON, L4M 6J8, Canada
AFTER DARK is an 18+ dance show based on the 'dance flick' movies of the 2000s - like the Step Up franchise - featuring over 50 amazing humans of all experience and training levels. Come celebrate with us at the best and BIGGEST 'block party' this summer!! 😉
🗓️ Sat, July 6
⏰ Two shows to choose from at 6:00 & again at 9:00pm
💰 $40 (incl hst and fees)
📍 Inside the Georgian Theatre
18+ show
Save your seats here: https://tprocob.ticketpro.ca/en/pages/COB_AfterDark
Learn more about the body-positive, feminine-empowerment training sessions and drop-in classes at Studio House Barrie here: http://studiohousebarrie.ca ❤️

Easter Seals Celebrity Golf Tournament
2024-07-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Bear Creek Golf Club, 8545 Simcoe County Rd 56, Utopia, ON, L0M 1T0, Canada

Hawkestone Canada Day Celebration
2024-07-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Hawkestone

Barrie Garden Club 150th Anniversary
2024-06-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Dorian Parker Centre, 227 Sunnidale Road, Barrie, Ontario, L4N 5P1, Canada

Barrie Ribfest 2024
2024-06-23 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-06-22 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-06-21 10:00 - 18:00 | Georgian Mall, 509 Bayfield St, Barrie, ON, L4M 4Z8, Canada
The Barrie Ribfest 2024 will take place on Friday, June 21 to Sunday, June 23, 2024 held at Georgian Mall in Barrie. Produced by Ontario Festival Group. We are bringing 4 of North America’s Best Rib Teams coming from Florida, Alabama, BC and Ontario. These “Pitmasters” are ready to serve you and your friends Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs.
There will be a variety of festival foods like corn dogs, roasted corn, poutines, funnel cakes and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer.
There will be plenty of activities including a Kids Zone, Face painting, Marketplace, Artisans and more… Watch Live Music all weekend long featuring Tributes and a variety of local bands. Like us on Facebook for daily updates.
$5 ADMISSION, CHILDREN 10 & UNDER FREE
FREE PARKING | PET-FRIENDLY | ATM ON SITE
PROCEEDS OF THE EVENT TO SUPPORT ROYAL VICTORIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE & FOOTBALL ONTARIO

Kids Fishing Day
2024-06-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Heritage Park, Barrie
Barrie 360 is a proud sponsor of the Kempenfelt Rotary Kids Fishing Day being held on Sunday June 23rd at Heritage Park from 9-1 pm.
This event is a great way to learn to fish or to get out and spend some quality time with your family. There will be a free fun park, exotic snakes and reptiles and so much more.
It’s all 100% free for the kids. Free bait and free lunch provided by Dominos.
Register today at www.letsfish.ca
The Kempenfelt Rotary Kids Fishing Day, Sunday June 23rd at Heritage Park

Radio Amateurs of Canada Field Day
2024-06-23 00:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-22 14:00 - 23:59 | Chappell Farms, 617 Penetanguishene Rd, Barrie, ON, Canada
The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) / Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Field Day is held annually during the fourth full weekend in June. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23, beginning at 2:00 PM Saturday and running until 2:00 PM Sunday.
This is Amateur Ham Radio’s version of Open House! Licensed Amateur Radio Operators from Barrie will be communicating on site with other operators around North America and beyond!
The Barrie Amateur Radio Club invites you to visit Field Day 2024. We would like you to see how we operate under austere conditions and have a chance to meet you in person. We will have a station set up for those who would like to “Get on The Air” under the guidance of a licensed Amateur Radio Operator!

Community Fun Day Yard Sale Barbecue
2024-06-22 07:30 - 12:30 | Barrie Free Methodist Church, 290 Cundles Rd E, Barrie, ON, Canada
*BOOK YOUR SPOT in our Community Yard Sale – just $20 for 2 spaces. Call 705-737-2113 or email info@bfmc.org.
ALL ARE WELCOME to come out for a great morning of shopping, food, fun and games for the whole family ...there's something for all ages:
• 40+ yard sale vendors
• Kid's Zone including: Jumping Castle, Games, Face Painting
• Bake Sale
• Fire Truck Visit!
• Music - Life 100.3 will be here!
• Puppies & Ponies!
• Hot dogs, refreshments - donation only
• FREE ICE CREAM and cotton candy
• ...and more!
All proceeds to be donated to HOPE CITY CHURCH’s Higher Grounds Café Pay-It-Forward food program.
Parking available off Livingstone St E (at Cundles Rd E)

National Indigenous Peoples Day
2024-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, 16164, Highway 12 East, Midland, Ontario, L4R 4K8, Canada
Dates: June 21, 2024
Times: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Sainte-Marie among the Hurons
Address: 16164 Highway 12 East, Midland ON, L4R 4K8
Join this dynamic, annual, education-focused celebration of the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Immerse yourself in engaging workshops, enlightening presentations, and hands-on activities showcasing a wide array of Indigenous skills, including drumming and dancing to craftmanship. Delve into traditional wisdom, explore Indigenous art, and discover endless opportunities for connection. Join us in honouring and celebrating these dynamic communities on the longest day of the year, at the iconic Sainte-Marie among the Hurons.
Tickets:
$ 15 tax included for general admission
Children five and under are free
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people eligible for free admission with valid ID

2024 Empower Simcoe Foundation Golf Tournament
2024-06-20 00:00 - 23:59 | Hawk Ridge Golf Club, 1151 Hurlwood Ln, Severn, ON, L3V 0Y6, Canada
Empower Simcoe is teeing up once again to host our 28th Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Hawk Ridge Golf Club.
Event proceeds support Empower Simcoe’s inclusive services, improving the quality of life for people of all abilities – providing everyone with the opportunity to Be, Belong and Thrive.

To register, please confirm who are golfing with and collect their names, phone numbers and email addresses (in case we need to send out an emergency notice). Registration form can be found below and be submitted with debit or credit. If you require an invoice or wish to use a different payment method, please contact Esther Rowaan or 705-718-3118.
