Festival News ON - Barrie

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Doors Open 2025: Explore Peterborough For Free This Saturday

On Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Doors Open Peterborough will once again throw open the doors of historic landmarks, cultural centres, and… Read more »

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Doors Open Simcoe County 2025: Visit Unique Attractions For Free on Sept 13

Doors Open Simcoe County offers an enriching experience to explore the rich cultural, historical, and architectural sites of the County. Simcoe County is inviting residents and visitors… Read more »

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Cranberry Harvest: 2025 Season at Ontario’s Famous Cranberry Marsh in Muskoka Begins Sept 20

Fall is around the corner, and there are plenty of fun things to do in Ontario, from Salmon Run and Pumpkinfernos to watching the marvellous fall colours of sugar… Read more »

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Salt and Harvest Festival 2025: Head to This Ontario Town Home to World’s Largest Underground Salt Mine This Labour Day Weekend

The picturesque town of Goderich, home to the world’s largest underground salt mine, is set to host the expansive Goderich Salt and Harvest Festival from August 29… Read more »

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Festival of Fountains 2025: Enchanted Nights of Dancing Fountains Returns to Ontario’s Whistling Gardens This Saturday

The Whistling Gardens‘ popular Festival of Fountains is returning for the fourth year. Head over to the garden to experience an enchanting night with magical fountains and… Read more »

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From Historic Deck Tours to Rib Fest: Tall Ships Midland Promises a Packed August Weekend

Tall Ships return to Midland this weekend as part of the Tall Ships Challenge Great Lakes Series. Midland Harbour will welcome the return of Tall Ships from… Read more »

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100+ Things to Do During August in Ontario – Events & Festivals 2025

There is always something to do in Ontario, and August is no different! If you need ideas on what to do, here are 100+ festivals and fun… Read more »

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Things to Do This August Long Weekend in Ontario: 2025 Festivals, Fireworks and Activities

Need ideas to enjoy a perfect civic day weekend in Ontario? From finger lickin’ good festivals to grand parades and long weekend fireworks, this list of 70+ events and festivals from across Ontario, have you covered!

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Enjoy Free/Discounted Admission to Provincial and Territorial Museums (List) This Summer

The Canada Strong Pass initiative, aimed at making cultural experiences more accessible, has expanded to include 86 provincial and territorial museums and galleries. The announcement was made… Read more »

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Tall Ships Festival 2025: Get to Brockville This Weekend to Sail, Explore Majestic Tall Ships

Plan a trip to Brockville this weekend to see and cruise on majestic tall ships. Brockville Tall Ships Festival is the first stop on the 2025 Tall… Read more »

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Escape the Ghost Ship: Floating Escape Room Sets Sail in Four Ontario Cities This Summer

An escape room experience, Escape the Ghost Ship, returns to Toronto, Hamilton, Ottawa, and Barrie this June. The 90-minute event takes place aboard a real 50-foot sailing… Read more »

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Chapman’s to Debut Butter Tart Ice Cream at Ontario Festival

Chapman’s Ice Cream will introduce its new Butter Tart flavour at the 2025 edition of Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival, taking place on June 14 in downtown… Read more »

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Itinerary Announced for 2025 Royal Visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla

The federal government has released the itinerary for the upcoming Royal Visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, scheduled for May 26 and 27, 2025 to… Read more »

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Ontario to Make Gas Tax Cut Permanent, Remove Highway 407 East Tolls

Ontario plans to make its temporary gas and fuel tax cuts permanent and eliminate tolls on a key section of Highway 407 East, measures aimed at reducing… Read more »

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FlixBus Launches Summer Service Linking Toronto to Ontario Beach Towns

FlixBus has announced the launch of a new seasonal route extension from Toronto to several beach destinations in Ontario, beginning May 15. The expansion adds stops at… Read more »

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Flock to Stayner This Saturday For the Annual Kinsmen Duck Race

Head to Stayner for some quacktastic fun with the Stayner Kinsmen Duck Races. This event is not for the fowl-hearted as it promises to be an exciting… Read more »

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Ontario’s New Bill Seeks to Remove Interprovincial Trade Barriers, Includes Alcohol Sales and Worker Mobility

Ontario has introduced new legislation aimed at eliminating internal trade and labour mobility barriers across Canada. The Protect Ontario through Free Trade within Canada Act is designed… Read more »

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Big Bounce Canada Returns with Massive Inflatables Tour Across the Country

How high can you bounce in the World’s Biggest Bouncy Castle? The Big Bounce Canada, known as the world’s largest touring inflatable event, is set to return… Read more »

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Head to Stratford on April 6 For the Annual Swan Release Parade – 2025 (Road Closures)

Get ready for some feathered fun in Stratford, as the annual swan release and parade is happening on April 6th. It’s the annual swan release and parade,… Read more »

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Ontario’s Minimum Wage to Increase by 40 Cents on October 1

Ontario is giving its lowest-paid workers a bit of a financial boost. The province is increasing its minimum wage this fall, aiming to help workers manage the… Read more »

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Toronto Unveils Official FIFA World Cup Host City Poster; Here is How to Get One

The City of Toronto has revealed its official Host City poster for the FIFA World Cup 2026, created by Toronto-based illustrator Dave Murray. The design was unveiled… Read more »

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Ontario Suspends 25% Electricity Surcharge Amid Trade Discussions

Ontario has suspended its 25 percent surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota following discussions between Premier Doug Ford and U.S. Secretary of Commerce… Read more »

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Ontario Implements 25% Surcharge on Electricity Exports to U.S.

Ontario has imposed a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the United States, effective immediately, in response to U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. This measure is expected… Read more »

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Alto: Canada Announces Largest Infrastructure Project Ever With Quebec City-Toronto 300km/hour High-Speed Rail

Canada has announced plans to develop a high-speed rail network in the Toronto-Quebec City corridor. The project, named Alto, will cover approximately 1,000 kilometres and feature stops… Read more »