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Old school Dancehall vs Afrobeat
2026-05-02 22:00 - 2026-05-03 02:30 (America/Toronto) | Debut Bar, 10 Dunlop Street East, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 1A3, Canada
Get ready for a night like no other as we bring together two powerful sounds that have shaped global music, Old School Dancehall vs Afrobeat.
This event is all about energy, culture, and connection. From timeless dancehall anthems to the hottest Afrobeat hits, DJs will go head-to-head delivering nonstop vibes that keep you moving all night long.
Hosted by 5 Points Barbers, Emmmpire, and Diamond Promotion, this event is all about energy, culture, and connection. From timeless dancehall anthems to the hottest Afrobeat hits, DJs will go head-to-head delivering nonstop vibes that keep you moving all night long.
Expect:

High-energy DJ sets
A vibrant, youthful crowd
Nonstop dancing and good vibes
A unique “clash” experience between two iconic genres

Whether you’re team Dancehall or team Afrobeat… come ready to represent.
Date: May 2, 2026
Time: 10:00 PM – 2:30 AM
Location: Debut Bar, Downtown Barrie
Age: 19+
Let’s make history and put the city on the map.

Spring guided tours at Nancy Island Historic Site
2026-05-03 11:00 - 2026-05-05 16:00, 2026-05-08 11:00 - 2026-05-10 16:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 2026-05-11 16:00, 2026-05-10 11:00 - 2026-05-12 16:00, 2026-05-15 11:00 - 2026-05-17 16:00 | Nancy Island Historic Site, 119 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, Ontario, L9Z 2X1, Canada
Visit Nancy Island Historic Site for a fascinating guided tour of this attraction in the heart of Wasaga Beach, commemorating a pivotal moment in the war of 1812.
These spring tours are led by our most seasoned historical interpreters! Tours include a pre-determined route through the historic site, as well as access to the indoor museum and gift shop.
Tours from April 3rd to October 11th :
· 10:30am
· 12:30pm
· 1:30pm
· 3:00pm

Spring guided tours at Discovery Harbour
2026-05-03 11:00 - 2026-05-05 17:00, 2026-05-08 11:00 - 2026-05-10 17:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 2026-05-11 17:00, 2026-05-10 11:00 - 2026-05-12 17:00, 2026-05-15 11:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 | Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene, Ontario, L9M 1G1, Canada
Visit Discovery Harbour for a fascinating guided tour through 19th-century buildings, shipwrecks, and homesteads.
These spring tours are led by our most seasoned historical interpreters! Tours include a pre-determined route through this beautiful waterfront attraction, as well as access to an indoor museum and gift shop.
On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Until April 26th.

Customer Appreciation Week at Budget Propane
2026-05-04 00:00 - 2026-05-08 23:59
Customer Appreciation Week is Budget Propane’s annual opportunity to connect with the community, offer exclusive savings, and say thank you for years of support.
During the week, Budget Propane is offering discounted propane cylinder refills at their Gravenhurst location. Visit the Budget Cylinder Shed at 1011 Beiers Road in Gravenhurst, open daily from 8AM to 5PM. Bring your propane cylinders for refill, or purchase a new refurb on-site. Credit and debit are accepted.
For added convenience, customers can pull up directly to the Cylinder Fill Station beside the Customer Service Kiosk.
Budget Propane remains committed to serving the evolving needs of its customers and the local community and looks forward to continuing that support for years to come.

Canvas and Creativity Spring Paint Night
2026-05-06 00:00 | Five Points Theatre, 1 Dunlop St W, Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Mother’s Day is coming—let’s make it colourful! Grab Mom, your favourite creative partner or just yourself, and join us for a spring‑inspired Paint Night at Five Points Theatre. Think tulips, daffodils, bright palettes, and good vibes. You’ll leave with a masterpiece and memories that last longer than any bouquet.
Enjoy specialty drinks, great company, and the joy of creating something beautiful together.
All materials included. No experience required.

McHappy Day
2026-05-06 00:00 - 23:59 | McDonald's
McHappy Day is back Wednesday, May 6th and it's proudly supported by Rock 95! Grab your favourite meal at McDonald's Canada and help give back, as a portion of every purchase supports both the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at RVH and the Ronald McDonald House in Toronto. Your order helps families stay close to their sick child when it matters most. Plus, you can round up your order or grab McHappy Day merch to make an even bigger impact!

There are lots of easy ways to show your support and make an impact on McHappy Day:

Regular Menus Items

▪ Every purchase all day on Wednesday, May 6, supports families staying at Ronald McDonald House across Canada, and other local children’s
Charities.

▪ You can pick up your favourite food and beverage items in-restaurant, at the Drive-Thru, through the McDonald’s app or ordering McDelivery® via
the McDonald’s app, DoorDash, Skip and UberEats

▪ All day on May 6, $0 delivery fee* will be offered on all McDelivery orders across Canada, available through the McDonald’s app, DoorDash,
Skip, and UberEats. *Services fee still apply

Round Up Your Order

▪ You can choose to Round Up your order to the nearest dollar and donate the difference to support families with sick and injured children staying
with Ronald McDonald House across Canada on McHappy Day. 100% of funds raised through Round Up support Ronald McDonald House and
the overall wellbeing of families with sick and injured children from more
than 2,900 communities in Canada

McHappy Day Socks/Hearts

▪ Starting on April 7, you can rock this year’s McHappy Day socks in four different designs featuring McDonaldland® characters for $6+tax, you
can pick up your pair in-restaurant, at the Drive-Thru, through McDelivery or via the McDonald’s app
▪ You can show your love and support for families with sick and injured children by purchasing a McHappy Day® Heart either in-restaurant, at the
Drive-Thru or through the McDonald’s app by donating either $2, $5, or $10

NextGen Championships at Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club
2026-05-07 00:00 - 2026-05-09 23:59 | Tangle Creek Golf Course, 4730 Side Rd 25, Thornton, ON, L0L 2N0, Canada
Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club is proud to host the Golf Canada NextGen Championships on May 6-9 showcasing some of the best Junior Golfers across Canada. Spectators are welcome to walk along and see some incredible talent, that one day.. may be on the PGA Tour! 156 golfers will practice on May 6th from 9am - 3pm, compete on May 7 & 8th from 7:30 - 4:30pm with the top 70 Junior golfers playing in the Final Round on Saturday May 9th from 7:30am - 1:30, with the Awards at 2:00pm on the Patio. Come on out and support these rising Junior Golfers!

Sunshine Quilt Show - Opening Day
2026-05-08 10:00 - 16:00 | ODAS Park, Orillia, 4500 Fairgrounds Rd, Orillia
The Orillia Quilters' Guild is thrilled to announce our upcoming show the Sunshine Quilt Show. This event will be held on Friday May 8 & Saturday May 9, 2026 at ODAS Park.
The show features quilt exhibits, a vendors mall, guild boutique, quilting demonstrations, refreshments and a raffle. The raffle prizes are donated by the Guild and the proceeds from the raffle will go to Mariposa House Hospice.

***POSTPONED*** The Lightfoot Band in support of Gilda's Club
2026-05-08 19:30 - 22:30 | Georgian Theatre, 1 Georgian Dr Bldg C,, Barrie, Ontario, Canada
These are the seasoned musicians who collaborated with Gordon on his world-famous recordings and toured extensively with him here in North America and internationally for many decades.
The Lightfoot Band includes these legendary veterans :
Rick Haynes on bass, Barry Keane on drums and percussion, Mike Heffernan on keyboards, and Carter Lancaster on the lead guitars, and, in 2024, introducing Andy Mauck on vocals and 6 & 12 string rhythm guitars.
Together, they are now keeping Gordon's music alive - Playing the hits, such as Sundown, If You Could Read My Mind, Carefree Highway, the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, Beautiful, Rainy Day People, Early Morning Rain, to name a few as well as some deeper cuts, not heard live for decades.
Band members will relate some history and 'stories of the road' and will be available to meet the audience after shows in the lobby area.
Net proceeds will be donated to Gilda's Club
Don't miss this opportunity to continue enjoying the Songs of Gordon Lightfoot and more with The Lightfoot Band. Come for the songs and hear the stories!
In support of Gilda's Club Simcoe Muskoka

Mark Normand
2026-05-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Casino Rama Resort, 5899 Rama Rd, Rama, Ontario, L3V 6H6, Canada
Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young up and coming comic,” Mark Normand is quickly becoming one of the most talked about touring comedians on the scene. Normand’s NEW one-hour Netflix special, SOUP TO NUTS, has been a staple in the streamers’ Top Ten since its July 25th premiere. This follows Normand’s self-released special, 2020’s “Out to Lunch” which amassed over 12 million views on YouTube. He also starred on Netflix’s Season 3 of The Stand Ups. An extremely prolific stand-up, he previously had a one-hour and a half hour Comedy Central special and hosts his own podcasts “Tuesdays with Stories” and “We Might Be Drunk.”

Rockin The North Live
2026-05-08 20:00 - 23:00 | Aurora Town Square
Rockin’ the North is a powerhouse live tribute show that celebrates the biggest anthems and legends of Canadian rock. Featuring electrifying vocals, killer musicianship, and the kind of energy that fills a stadium, this show brings audiences on a high-octane ride through the greatest hits of rock history.
From iconic chart-toppers to deep-cut fan favourites, Rockin’ the North delivers a full-throttle performance packed with soaring guitars, thunderous rhythms, and moments that make you want to scream every lyric at the top of your lungs.
From the raw power of Rush, Lee Aaron and April Wine to down homegrown rock classics by The Tragically Hip, Bryan Adams & Sass Jordan. This show isn’t just a concert—it’s a rock experience.
If you love big guitars, big vocals, and a night that feels larger than life, welcome to Rockin’ the North.

Garage Sale - 771 Williams Street, Innisfil
2026-05-09 08:00 - 13:00
Everything must go

Monster Madness x FMX World Tour
2026-05-09 11:30 - 15:00 | ODAS Park, Orillia, 4500 Fairgrounds Rd, Orillia
Feel the roar of the monster trucks as the Monster Madness Tour stops in Orillia Ontario at ODAS PARK with stars from the 'FMX World Tour' and more! This is an action-packed afternoon fans won't want to miss!
MONSTER MADNESS TOUR: Rat Nasty Monster Madness Champion returns with the biggest Monster Trucks in the world. Including Canada's #1 female Monster Truck SABOTAGE. Monster Madness will have you on your feet as you watch the 10,000 pounds of MONSTER TRUCKS soar through the air! The competition will include tricks like wheelies, racing, monster truck freestyle and more!
FMX WORLD TOUR will leave fans and families amazed as death defying stunts only the brave would attempt are performed, inside the arena. FMX World Tour is the perfect blend of athletic ability, extreme stunt competitions and tricks and flips! FMX World Tour stars will be performing such tricks as, captain morgan, kiss of death, cliff hangers, in addition to the famous BACKFLIP!
POWER WHEELS DEMOLITION DERBY - Watch as these young up and coming demolition drivers show off their driving skills during the Monster Madness Power Wheels Demolition Derby.
VIP TICKETS: Get access to the pre-show VIP Pity Party, receive a souvenir VIP lanyard, plus get early entry to choose your seats first!
Ticket prices will increase on May 1.
Children 2 and UNDER ON LAP ARE FREE
Children 12 AND OLDER = ADULT

Go The Distance For Children Fighting Cancer
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Springwater Provincial Park, 1331 ON-26, Midhurst, ON, L0L 1X0, Canada

Simcoe County Rovers FC Women vs North Mississauga SC Women
2026-05-09 18:00 | J.C. Massie Field, Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Get ready, Simcoe County…for the intensity, the passion, and the non-stop action, as Simcoe County Rovers FC take over J.C. Massie Field at Georgian College! Feel the energy, hear the roar, and be part of the home-field advantage as your Rovers fight for victory in an Ontario Premier League battle you don’t want to miss!

Craig's Cause: Kicking PancreAS
2026-05-09 18:30 - 21:30 | Centennial Park, Lakeshore Drive, Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Kicking PancreAS™ 2026 is a fun, inclusive 5K for all levels and abilities—whether you choose to walk or run, set a personal goal and take it at your own pace. For the first time, Kicking PancreAS™ series is coming to Barrie, Ontario! We’re excited to bring this high-energy 5K to the community and invite participants to help us make the inaugural event a huge success.
Every step—and every dollar raised—supports pancreatic cancer awareness, patient support, healthcare education, and Canadian research, helping change outcomes for those impacted by this disease.
💜 Barrie, ON — Saturday, May 9, 2026
📍 Location: Centennial Park
⏰ Start Time: 7:30 PM (Check-in at 6:30 PM)
🕒 Course Open: 90 minutes
What’s Included
• Finisher medal
• Running bib
• Event swag
Let’s light up the night! Wear purple and glow-in-the-dark gear—costumes encouraged.
Race Kit Pickup
📆 May 8, 2026 | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 56 Dunlop Street East Barrie, ON L4M 1A3
📞 Ph: (705) 726-2550
⚠️ Spots are limited. There is NO onsite registration.

Kicking PancreAS 5K walk/run
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Centennial Park, Lakeshore Drive, Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Ready to light up the night? Join Craig’s Cause Pancreatic Cancer Society for the only national run for pancreatic cancer – Kicking PancreAS™ 5K Run/Walk! We are excited to bring the Kicking PancreAS™ 5K run/walk to Barrie for the first time ever on Saturday, May 9th at Centennial Park. The race starts at 7:30 PM, with check-in at 6:30 PM. Enjoy glow-in-the-dark swag, epic branded finisher medals and running bibs, and snacks & drinks at the finish line! Spots are filling fast— Run, walk, and fundraise to help “Change the Outcome” for those impacted by pancreatic cancer. Sign up now at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113877/kicking-pancreas-5k-barrie-ontario.
Let’s KICK PANCREAS! 💜💪
🚨 Don’t wait—register NOW! 🚨

Mother's Day March
2026-05-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Tudhope Park, 450 Atherley Road, Orillia, Ontario, Canada
Green Haven invites you to the 1st Annual Mother’s Day March – Sunday, May 10th at Tudhope Park, Orillia.
This community walk supports women and children experiencing violence. At the same time, it celebrates the mothers, caregivers, and strong women in our community.
Together, we will walk in solidarity and raise awareness about gender-based violence. Every step helps open doors to safety, support, and hope.
Bring your family and friends and help make a difference, one step at a time.
Stay tuned here for more information and don’t forget to register below!

Business and Professional Women (BPW) Barrie - Annual General Meeting
2026-05-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Redwood Builds, 92 Davidson St, Barrie, ON, Canada
Join us for the Business and Professional Women (BPW) Barrie Annual General Meeting!
What to expect:
-Networking
-Introductions
-Elections
-Business Meeting
Interested in growing your network, advocating for change, or developing career skills? This is a great chance to learn more about BPW Barrie and how you can get involved—whether through membership or joining our Executive Board (open positions available!)

A Perfectly Clair Evening
2026-05-14 19:00 - 23:00 | CW Coop's, 3 Mulcaster St, Barrie, Ontario, L3M 3L9, Canada
Join Doug and Jacqui for "A Perfectly Clair Evening" on May 14th, 2026, at 7 PM, hosted at C.W. Coops, 3 Mulcaster Street, Barrie. The cover charge is $45 for advance tickets or $50 at the door, which includes a two-hour group reading session. Attendees who are not read during the group event will be offered a private 15-minute reading at a discounted rate. Experience an evening dedicated to insight, intuition, and genuine connection. For more information call C.W.Coops @ (705) 798-3597
Visit the website at https://www.perfectlyclair.com/

Barrie Baycats vs Toronto Maple Leafs
2026-05-14 19:38 | Athletic Kulture Stadium, 2100 Nursery Road, Minesing, Ontario, L0L 1Y2, Canada
Rock 95/Kool FM/Barrie 360 are proud sponsors of the Barrie Baycats and their quest to score an other IBL Championship.
Nothing says Summer like taking in a game at the ball park. Come on out to Athletic Kulture Stadium. Get your tickets at barriebaycats.com

Garage and Moving Sale - 1827 Penetanguishene Road, Barrie
2026-05-15 13:00 - 19:00
Having a Garage Sale Friday May 15 ( 1:00pm to 7:00pm) and Saturday May 16 (7:30 am to 4:00pm)
