Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Latin American traditions—from the infectious rhythms of live music to the irresistible flavours of authentic cuisine. Every moment is a celebration of culture, community, and joy.

📆 Saturday Sept 5th and Sunday Sept 6th - 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

📍 Will Dwyer Park, Barrie

In partnership with

✨ FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE THIS SEPTEMBER! ✨

Registration is filling quickly at Kreative Dance Co.! 💜

✨ Kreative Tots | Ages 18M–4 – Build confidence, coordination & creativity through fun, nurturing classes!

💃 Mini | Ages 4–6 – Explore Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Hip Hop & more!

🌟 Junior | Ages 7–10+ – Grow skills & confidence through Ballet & Jazz, Acro, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre & Contemporary!

Barrie's One and Only ComiCon! A variety of vendors will be selling things such as comic books, new & vintage toys, DVDs, records, blue rays, jewelry, anime, prints, and a variety of other awesome geek stuff. There will even be some Artists & Authors present with their own art, books and comics. Visit their booths and get some unique items and even some free autographs

With Special Guest: WWE Hall of Famers Demolitions Axe & Smash

Please bring unexpired non-perishable food items for your local community food bank and receive a FREE comic book when you donate 5 or more items.

Cosplay is always encouraged! (Please check the website for rules & regulations)

Admission:

📅 Saturday September 5th - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

📍 Eastview Arena, Barrie

Looking for an indoor activity that gets the kids moving, builds confidence and is actually fun for parents too? Alt. Rock is Barrie’s local climbing gym, offering a welcoming space for families to climb, play and try something new.

Located at Dunlop and Ferndale, Alt. Rock’s 14,000-square-foot facility includes more than 6,000 square feet of climbing terrain, with options for everyone from complete beginners to experienced climbers.

For younger climbers, the Kids’ Zone is a great place to start. Kids ages 5+ can try kid-friendly bouldering walls and five auto-belays offering access to up to 15 different climbing routes. For first-time climbers ages 5–10, Alt. Rock recommends booking a Kids’ Zone Play Pass, while kids 10+ can start exploring the main bouldering areas after an orientation.

Alt. Rock also offers birthday parties for ages 5–11, complete with climbing instruction, games, an auto-belay wall, a “floor is lava” obstacle course and time in their private party room.

Whether you’re looking for a rainy-day adventure, a new family activity or a memorable birthday idea, Alt. Rock is well worth checking out.

📍 445 Dunlop Street West, Barrie

Looking for the perfect treat for your Labour Day Weekend celebration? Sheet pan s’mores are an easy way to create the tasty treat for everyone all at once!

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🏫 Teen earns $120K scholarship through ‘hard work, perseverance’. Read more.

🥖 ‘The demand is great’: Innisfil Food Bank expanding into dedicated space. Read more.

🦊 Volunteers use sardines to trap, rescue sick foxes. Read more.

🪖 ‘Remember me’: Barrie woman ‘touched by soldier’s photo found inside thrifted jacket. Read more.

👵 Lifelong love affair: Local woman earns CNE’s first Golden Ticket. Read more.

🏒 Williamson likes what he sees in new-look Colts. Read more.

💶 City of Barrie launching $180K initiative to help local businesses explore new international markets. Read more.

🎸 Sean McCann bringing ‘Sink or Swim’ ashore in north Simcoe. Read more.

🪚 RONA Foundation launches Home fundraising campaign. Read more.

👵 Probus offers ‘human connection’ for seniors with new local chapter. Read more.

Friday

🎥 Friday Flicks @ the Barrie Library - Painswick Branch - 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn more.

🔬 Science Kids - Summer Reading @ the Barrie Library Holly Branch - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn more.

🎤 DJ Stevie P @ CIBC Pier Friday Harbour - 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Learn more.

🎥 Friday Flicks @ the Barrie Library - Painswick Branch - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Learn more.

Saturday

🧑‍🌾 Barrie Farmer’s Market @ City Hall - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn more.

🧸 Rise & Shine Playtime @ the Barrie Library - Painswick Branch - 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Learn more.

🛥 Long Weekend Escape @ Friday Harbour - varying times. Learn more.

✂ Crafty Kids @ the Barrie Library Holly Branch - 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Learn more.

🧺 The Market @ Friday Harbour - 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Learn more.

💃 Carnival Barrie @ Will Dwyer Park - 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Learn more.

🟦 Lego Drop In @ the Barrie Library Downtown Branch - 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn more.

🤼 GCW Live Wrestling Charity Event @ Eastview Arena - 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Get tickets.

🎤 Live Music @ Friday Harbour CIBC Pier - 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Learn more.

Sunday

🧸 Rise & Shine Playtime @ the Barrie Library - Holly Branch - 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Learn more.

🛥 Long Weekend Escape @ Friday Harbour - varying times. Learn more.

🧺 The Market @ Friday Harbour - 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Learn more.

💃 Carnival Barrie @ Will Dwyer Park - 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Learn more.

🧩 Fun & Games Drop-in @ the Barrie Library - Holly Branch - 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn more.

Monday

🛥 Long Weekend Escape @ Friday Harbour - varying times. Learn more.

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