The Barrie Public Library is the proud host of the Barrie Dragon Boat Festival held annually in beautiful Heritage Park. The festival brings teams together for a fun-filled day of camaraderie and fundraising while racing dragon boats on Kempenfelt Bay. 

The Barrie Dragon Boat Festival is a summer event that promotes community spirit, vitality and unity. The fundamental objective of a Dragon Boat Festival is to strengthen community spirit, providing an opportunity for citizens to demonstrate their organizational talent and resources in hosting a major recreational and cultural event. Benefits include fundraising opportunities for local charitable and not-for-profit organizations, increased exposure for local businesses and a fun-filled event the whole family can enjoy.

📅 Saturday August 15th

📍 Heritage Park, Barrie

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN! Whether you're stepping onto a yoga mat for the very first time or have years of experience, everyone is welcome! Come on your own, bring a friend, or register your yoga studio, workplace, family, or community group.

Grab your yoga mat and join Modo Yoga for a picturesque event celebrating health, wellness and community!

Pay What You Can to Participate!

Everyone is encourage to dress in White, Pink or Black to brand after BREAST CANCER.

📆 Saturday August 15th - 9 a.m.

📍 Minet’s Point, Barrie

Recognized as one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals by Festivals & Events Ontario, Troubadour Festival has quickly become one of Central Ontario’s premier live music experiences. Set against the stunning backdrop of Kempenfelt Bay in Downtown Barrie, the festival brings together award-winning Canadian artists, emerging local talent, and thousands of music lovers for four unforgettable Saturdays each summer.

Following a breakout inaugural season in 2025 that welcomed more than 15,000 attendees, Troubadour Festival has continued its remarkable growth, attracting more than 5,000 visitors to each event while earning provincial recognition as one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals.

Held in Meridian Place, the free concert series transforms Downtown Barrie into a vibrant waterfront destination where residents and visitors gather to experience incredible live music while exploring local restaurants, patios, shops, and attractions.

📆 Saturday August 15th

📍 Meridian Place, Barrie

This recipe is a great way to show off plum, sun-dried and cherry tomatoes. The dish is easy and will impress - two things we say a full “yes” to!

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Friday

🌳 BPL @ the Park - Wessenger Park - 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Learn more.

🛝 BPL @ the Park - Painswick Park - 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Learn more.

🌊 BPL on the Move - Waterfront & Downtown - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn more.

🎥 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 John Fernandes @ CIBC Pier Friday Harbour - 6 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.

🎙 Sin Bin Comedy Show @ Harbour House Innisfil - 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Learn more.

Saturday

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

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

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

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

🏴‍☠ Awaken the Isle @ Nancy Island Historic Site Wasaga Beach - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more.

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

🐟 Little Naturalist Summer Series: Forest-Sprite Mask Makers @ Friday Harbour Nature Preserve - 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more.

🎤 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.

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

🐟 Family Fun: Charm Sunglasses @ Friday Harbour Beach - 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more.

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

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