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Published April 14, 2025

Snowbirds cancel Barrie Airshow appearance, CF-18 Tac demo added

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By City of Barrie
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Canadian Forces Snowbirds at Lake Simcoe Regional Airport (June 2024 - Barrie 360 image)

 The City of Barrie, Canadian Forces Base Borden, County of Simcoe, Lake Simcoe Regional Airport, and the Downtown Barrie BIA are proud to announce a CF-18 Tactical Demonstration will be part of the growing list of performers of the 2025 Barrie Airshow presented by Pratt Homes.

A staple on the Canadian airshow scene since 1983, CF-18 demonstrations showcase the high level of skill, professionalism and teamwork inherent in the members of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), inspiring future aviators and highlighting the capabilities of Canada’s frontline fighter.

Due to unexpected training delays, the Snowbirds have had to cancel their appearance at the 2025 Barrie Airshow. However, the 2025 Barrie Airshow will still go ahead on the weekend of June 6, 7 and 8 with an incredible lineup of performers, programing and activations.

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“The 2025 Barrie Airshow weekend will go on with many awe-inspiring aerobatics by some of Canada’s elite stunt flying performers, including the heart-stopping thunder of a CF-18 roaring over Kempenfelt Bay,” said Mayor Alex Nuttall. “While we will miss the Snowbirds this year, we’re still looking forward to a great weekend at Barrie’s waterfront.”

The 2025 Barrie Airshow Weekend kicks off Friday, June 6, with a Drone Show presented by Pratt Homes and Commissionaires, followed by back-to-back airshows on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8. The event is free and includes something for everyone.

The 2024 Barrie Airshow event drew nearly 140,000 spectators who filled the waterfront parks and gathered in nearby buildings and on rooftops. The event contributed over $11M to Barrie’s local economy.

In the coming weeks, the City will be announcing more exciting performers that will be added to this year’s airshow lineup.

Organizations interested in becoming sponsors of the 2025 Barrie Airshow can email events@barrie.ca for more information.

For more information, visit barrie.ca/Airshow.

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