Barrie is a vibrant and attractive city. Barrie offers visitors over 90 parks scattered throughout the city to enjoy and explore. Several of these parks line beautiful Kempenfelt Bay with extensive biking, roller blading and walking trails. Cultural attractions include the renowned Gryphon Theatre and the MacLaren Art Centre. The downtown area of Barrie showcases over 400 unique shops, restaurants and lots of great entertainment.
Things to do in Barrie
Art Appreciation Gallery
You will find many fine art items displayed at this larger gallery. Call 705-722-6001 for more information.
20 Bell Farm Road, Barrie, ON
Barrie Farmers Market
The Barrie Farmers' Market is open every Saturday from 8am – 12:30pm year round (with time off between Christmas and New Year's Day). Smart customers arrive early to get the best pick of the freshest produce and baked goods. Located on the grounds of Barrie City Hall in downtown Barrie.
Barrie Molson Centre
This state-of-the-art 4,200-seat multi-purpose centre is uniquely designed for the convenience, enjoyment and comfort of its guests. Featuring ample parking, excellent sight lines, air conditioned seating, private boxes, restaurant club seating, convenient loading areas, and an excellent sound system and acoustics. The facility is city-owned and operated and is the premier spectator facility in Central Ontario for concerts, the Barrie Colts Hockey, Ice Shows, events and much more. With state-of-the-art design, it is a leader amongst sports and entertainment venues. It is easily accessible located one minute east of Highway #400 via Molson Park Drive (Exit 90). General parking is located north of the Centre off Bayview Drive. Call 705-726-4242 for more information.
555 Bayview Drive, Barrie, ON
Barrie Native Friendship Centre
The Centre hosts various events throughout the year, including Pow Wow days featuring celebrations in dance and song, expressing the wonder of life through aboriginal culture. Call 705-721-7689 for more information.
175 Bayfield Street, Barrie, ON
Barrie Sports Complex
Serving the Barrie and area population, this large sporting facility is home to soccer fields, baseball diamonds and much more. Nature trails, playgrounds and picnic areas enhance the park; for those who just want to play, this site is the answer. Call 705-730-2272 for more information.
55 Newton Street, Barrie, ON
Base Borden Military Museum
View artifacts from Canadian military history, including aviation items, armored vehicles and logistic components. Educational and general tours are available; Call 705-423-3531 for more information.
18 Waterloo Road East, Barrie, ON
Casino Rama
Come and experience the thrill of over 190,000 square feet of fun, excitement and shows. We offer over 2,000 slot machines, more than 1100 gaming tables, concerts and shows in our 5,000 seat Entertainment Center and 9 great restaurants to dine in while here. This is the place for some big time excitement, Call 800-832-7529 for more information.
Centennial Beach
This is one of Barrie's largest beaches that lies on the shore of beautiful Kempenfelt Bay. The area is home to Kempenfest, Canada's largest outdoor arts and crafts show. You will also find a splendid playground for children located at the Beach. The Beach is located along Lakeshore Drive in Barrie.
Cerridwen Theatre / Talk is Free Theatre
Enjoy our professional, year-round theatre company that produces a wide range of accessible repertoire. Performances are located at various venues through the year; during July & August performances are held at the Cerridwen Theatre. Call 705-792-1949 for more information.
166 Saunders Road, Barrie, ON
Drysdale Tree Farms
Drysdale's has become one of Canada's most popular destinations for Halloween and Christmas Fun. Facilities include a large gift store, giant maze, wagon rides, refreshments, great trees and great value. Call 705-424-9719 for more information.
6635 Simcoe Road 56, Barrie, ON
Elmvale Jungle Zoo
his Zoo offers both an exciting and educational adventure! Explore and enjoy exotic wildlife from around the world, in the natural surroundings of the Zoo's 20 acre site. Reptile and bird presentations are featured daily. Open May 20th - Labour Day; September - Thanksgiving (weather permitting). Call 705-322-1112 for more information.
Galaxy Art Gallery
Browse through our selection of unique and limited edition prints at Galaxy; frames are also available. Call 705 720-2781 for more information.
31 Maple Avenue, Barrie, ON
Georgian Downs
This is Ontario's newest racing, gaming and entertainment centre. The state-of-the-art facility features the thrill of harness racing and the excitement of slot gaming. Open year round with post-time at 7:30pm Tuesday & Saturday nights. Clubhouse dining is available, as well as on-site meeting & conference areas. Slots are open daily from 9am – 3am;
Golf Barrie
Barrie is said to be one of the ultimate Ontario golf destinations! Enjoy our challenging and beautiful golf courses found in the area. Whether you are travelling with friends or family, Barrie has the golf getaway for you. For a listing of golf courses in the Barrie area please visit our website.
Gratrix Garden Lilies
Discover over 500 different varieties of lilies and day lilies on display from June 12 - August 19, 8am - 8pm. Located at Hwy 400 N. to Coldwater, Exit 141 Call 705-835-6032 for more information.
Gryphon Theatre
The Gryphon Theatre prides itself in bringing quality, professional, live theatre, music and dance to its patrons. They also do their best to feature Canadian playwrights at every opportunity. Visit us online for details on upcoming performances and subscription rates. The Gryphon Theatre has been bringing first rate entertainment to Barrie for over 30 years. Call 705-728-4613 for more information.
Hempola Valley Farms
Experience the "Hemp Trivia Trail" through the fields and the word's first hemp straw bale octagon house. You will find a fully restored barn with a retail store that is full of hemp products, artifacts, and the hemp education centre. Farm grown, farm produced and farm fresh. Call 800-240-9215 for more information.
Horseshoe Resort
A full service resort with alpine & cross county skiing and snow tubing, 36 holes of golf and spa facilities. Call 705-835-2790 for more information.
Huronia Symphony
A high quality community symphony orchestra that is based in Barrie and comprised mainly of volunteer musicians under the direction of a well qualified music director/conductor. The Symphony also provides leadership and financial support to a Junior Youth orchestra Call 705-721-4752 for more information.
Johnson's Beach
Johnson's Beach is a suitable family spot. Swimming is allowed and a lifeguard patrols at certain times during the summer. Located on the North Shore of Kempenfelt Bay
Kempenfelt Community Players!
The Kempenfelt Community Players (KCP) is an amateur theatre group serving Barrie and the surrounding area. The group has performed for over 27 years. Comprised of volunteer and enthusiastic members who have a love for live theatre. We are always looking for new members both onstage and behind the scenes. For the latest news and announcements check out the "spotlight" section of the website.
MacLaren Art Center
The MacLaren Art Centre houses over 40,000 fine works. Contemporary Canadian sculpture and paper pieces continue to be the focus; other genres are regularly exhibited. We offer interesting tours of the Center; Call 705-721-9696 for more information.
37 Mulcaster Street, Barrie, ON
Mount St. Louis Moonstone
Enjoy one of Central Ontario's finest ski hills with 37 runs, multiple high-speed lifts, and 165 acres of ski-able terrain for all levels. Choose from our many programs for all ages, whether it be alpine skiing or snowboarding that interests you. We are family owned and operated and located just 15 minutes north of Barrie at Hwy # 400, past Barrie Call 705-835-2112 for more information.
Off The Wall / Indoor Rock Climbing
Indoor Climbing & total body and mind fitness are featured at this facility. Individual and group lessons, birthday groups, corporate and school groups are all available. Off The Wall designs custom programs and offers a wide variety of courses. Call 705-727-1161 for more information.
660 Bayview Drive Unit 4, Barrie, ON
Serendipity Princess Barrie Boat Cruises / Kempenfelt Bay-Lake Simcoe
Take one of our morning or afternoon sightseeing cruises aboard the 260 passenger, LLBO licensed, Serendipity Princess and experience the waters of Kempenfelt Bay on picturesque Lake Simcoe. During the cruise, you can relax and enjoy the sun on the upper patio deck, or relax on the enclosed lower decks. You will pass by beautiful homes and local landmarks along the Kempenfelt Bay.
Simcoe County Museum
A short distance northwest of Barrie is the Simcoe County Museum. This museum is a virtual time capsule of ten thousand years of local history. Experience Canadian Native cultures in the indoor Huron Longhouse, wander the Victorian Village Street and marvel at early 20th Century technology. Step outdoors and explore the 16 pioneer and display buildings, including the schoolhouse from the Anne of Green Gables film. The museum is open all year Monday - Saturday 9am - 4:30pm; Sunday 1 - 4:30pm. We offer special events all year, including Summer Sundays in July & August. Located in nearby Minesing, Call 705-728-3721 for more information.
Snow Valley Ski Resort
Enjoy family alpine skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing! Our crackling fireplaces and smiling faces offer a friendly atmosphere where kids feel welcome. We also have ski & snowboard school for all ages. Call 705-721-SNOW for more information.
Spirit Catcher of Barrie
This large roadside attraction was originally created for EXPO ’86 in Vancouver. Later purchased and donated to the City of Barrie to promote the arts, this image of this First Nations' mythological creature, the Thunderbird, appears to guard the approach to Kempenfelt Bay. You will find this unique structure near Centennial Park.
Springwater Provincial Park
This is an all seasons provincial park located just north of Barrie. You will find splendid picnic areas and wooded land. A multitude of wildlife species can be observed in the area, including wolves, swans and owls. Call 705-728-7393 for more information.
1331 Highway 26, Barrie, ON
Sundance Balloons
Take one of our scenic champagne balloon rides over the Greater Barrie Area. Our main season is May - October, weather permitting. Call 705-728-2128 for more information.
Theatre by the Bay
This is Barrie's first professional outdoor theatre company. Theatre by the Bay presents William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" on stage at Heritage Park. Please contact our box office or email us for updated performances, dates and ticket prices. Our season runs from August 18 – September 6. Call 705-735-9243 for more information.
4 Simcoe Street East, Barrie, ON