Barrie 
Take flight with the highly anticipated 2025 Barrie Airshow, presented by Pratt Homes. Set against the stunning backdrop of Kempenfelt Bay, the Barrie Airshow offers a breathtaking display of aviation wonder.
Credit: Barrie Airshow
The three-day event begins Friday evening at Meridian Place with a pilot meet-and-greet at 8 p.m., followed by live entertainment, a drone show sponsored by Pratt Homes and Commissionaires at 9:45 p.m., and a public screening of Top Gun.
Saturday and Sunday programming runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. across Barrie’s downtown and waterfront areas, featuring military displays by CFB Borden, family-friendly activities, vendors, and food stalls. A licensed area hosted by Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Heritage Park.
The Muskoka Extreme Water Show begins daily at noon off Heritage Park, followed by the airshow starting at 1 p.m. Performers include the CF-18 Tactical Demonstration Team, the Canadian Armed Forces SkyHawks Parachute Team, and a CH-146 Griffon Helicopter demonstration. Civilian acts feature solo aerobatic pilot Trevor Rafferty, Show Cat Wing Walking, the T-33 Red Knight, and aircraft from the Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association and Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation.
Barrie Transit will provide free shuttle service from Sadlon Arena, H-Block Parking Lot, and several other stops between 9:40 a.m. and 5:50 p.m. on both weekend days. Free downtown parking is available after 5 p.m. on weekdays and throughout the weekend. Waterfront parking is $10 per hour, capped at $50 daily, with Barrie residents eligible for free parking through a digital permit.
For the best viewing experience, head to Heritage Park, Centennial Park, or one of the small parks along the shores of Kempenfelt Bay. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even catch the action from a boat. Just make sure to stay east of the safety line between Brentwood Marine and Johnson’s Beach to ensure everyone’s safety.
The airshow is not the only event taking place in the city this weekend; the Barrie Jazz & Blues Festival runs until June 16th, featuring some of the best Canadian and International Jazz and Blues musicians.
See you there!
Barrie Airshow – Trip Planning
What: The Spectacular 2025 Barrie Airshow is set to take flight this weekend, offering thrills and excitement in the sky. From jaw-dropping aerial displays to parachute demonstrations, the event promises an unforgettable experience.
- Military Performers: CF-18 Tactical Demonstration Team, Canadian Armed Forces SkyHawks Parachute Team, and CH-146 Griffon Helicopter Demonstration.
- Civilian Performers: Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association, Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation, Northern Stars Aeroteam, Show Cat Wing Walking, Solo Aerobatic Pilot Trevor Rafferty, T-33 Red Knight, and Timmermans Legends of Flight.
How much: Free
When:
Friday, June 6, 2025:
- 8–8:45 pm — Meet and greet with 2025 Barrie Airshow pilots and performers at Meridian Place
- 8:45–9:30 pm —Entertainment
- 9:45–10 pm — 2025 Drone Show at Meridian Place presented by Pratt Homes and Commissionaires
- 10–11:59 pm — Free outdoor movie screening of Top Gun at Meridian Place presented by Downtown Barrie BIA
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8, 2025:
- 10 am–5 pm — Airshow festivities
- 11 am–6 pm —Licensed area featuring Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery at Heritage Park
- 12–12:30 pm —Muskoka Extreme water show on Kempenfelt Bay off Heritage Park
- 12:40 pm —Opening address at Heritage Park
- 1 pm — Barrie Airshow
Where:
- Parks along north and south shores of Kempenfelt Bay and Heritage Park (5 Simcoe St) , Centennial Park (61, 65, 75, 79 Lakeshore Drive), Will Dwyer Park ( 81, 85, 95 & 99 Lakeshore Drive), Southshore Park (205 Lakeshore Drive), Allandale Station Park (225 Lakeshore Drive), Minet’s Point Park 10 Lismer Boulevard).
- From the water between Brentwood Marine and Johnson’s Beach. Water access and water-based activities will be restricted in the area west of the line (including Centennial Park and Minet’s Point Park) during the show.
Parking:
Ample parking is available near the waterfront and downtown, with free parking in designated waterfront areas for those with a digital waterfront parking permit or hangtag pass. Without a permit, parking is $10/hour with a maximum of $50 per day in specific waterfront areas. Enhance your parking experience with the HotSpot Parking App. Downtown parking is free on weekday evenings after 5 pm and on weekends.
Free park ‘n ride shuttle from Sadlon Arena (555 Bayview Drive), and the H-Block Parking Lot (50 Worsley Street).
Road Closures:
- Dunlop Street (Maple to Mulcaster) from 6am on Saturday, June 7 to 3am on Monday, June 9
- Simcoe Street (Bayfield to Dunlop E) from 6am on Saturday, June 7 to 7pm on Sunday, June 8
