Winter in Barrie is filled with fun activities. From ice skating to snow tubing, there's always plenty of ways to enjoy the crisp winter weather. With exciting events like Winterfest and The Barrie Colts hockey games happening all season long, you’ll never find yourself left out in the cold.
Take a walk down Dunlop Street and you will find more cafes, restaurants, bars and nightclubs than you can shake a stick at. Start your day at a quaint little breakfast cafe, grab a bite to eat at one of a multitude of restaurants in the area and then enjoy a beer at Barrie’s most distinctive brewery. You can have a great day, all without ever leaving downtown Barrie.
It’s so easy to get into the holiday spirit in the city of Barrie. You can enjoy the Santa Claus Parade with the whole family, be dazzled by beautiful the lights, enjoy a glorious fireworks display, and marvel at the decorations on the trees throughout the city. ‘Tis the season to be jolly.
Barrie is more than just a great investment opportunity, it’s a perfect place to raise your family. Enjoy the autumn leaves in one of Barrie’s many parks, and then have a great time indoors, running – and bouncing, around. Your children will thank you!
The city of Barrie is rich in culture. From public art shows to a cultural heritage just waiting to be discovered. Walk along one of the city’s many trails. Visit a museum. Soak in live music and poetry events at a local cafe. The choice is yours.
Barrie is a beautiful city all year long, whether it be skiing in the winter or playing by the lake in the summer heat. So enjoy the peaceful beauty that surrounds you. Walk one of the many trails that criss-cross a city that is truly one with nature.
There are tons of ways to enjoy Barrie, above and beyond all the hiking and jogging trails to be found in the city. From wakeboarding to ziplining, from Segways to NASCAR, you’ll be sure to find an activity perfectly suited for your fun, active lifestyle in Barrie.