Come on out to the Barrie Farmers Market every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9am-1pm to support over 70 local farmers, musicians, artisans, bakers, and so much more! There is something for everyone of all ages. Dogs are welcome as well! 

Every week we will have live music and free kids activities. 

We hope to see you there :)

Dates:  November 15 to 17, November 23 to 25, as well as November 30 to December 2

Times: 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Location: Sainte-Marie among the Hurons

Address: 16164 Highway 12 East, Midland ON, L4R 4K8

Learn more: https://saintemarieamongthehurons.on.ca/events/first-light/

Tickets: $ 15 tax included (children five an under are free)

Description:

Now in its 23rd year, Sainte-Marie’s First Light is a must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family-friendly activities, dynamic historical demonstrations, and live musical performances, all illuminated by the spectacular glow of thousands of candles. Get a head start on your holiday shopping at our extensive artisan market. Get cozy and enjoy tasty food by the fire. Experience the joys of the season, wrapped up in history!

On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, La Maison Rosewood Shelter will host its annual December 6th Vigil. 

December 6th is a day to challenge the long-standing complacency towards gender-based violence and to remember the lives taken. Community members are asked to reflect upon this ongoing violence, and to demand that as a society we take accountability in actively ending violence against women.

The vigil will remember the 14 women murdered at l'École Polytechnique in 1989, along with the women and children that were murdered in Ontario this past year.

Come on out to the Barrie Farmers Market every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9am-1pm to support over 70 local farmers, musicians, artisans, bakers, and so much more! There is something for everyone of all ages. Dogs are welcome as well! 

Every week we will have live music and free kids activities. 

We hope to see you there :)

Good Lovelies (Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough, and Susan Passmore) are a trio of songwriters, multi-instrumentalists, and gorgeous harmonizers known for their nostalgic sound during the holidays that crosses between folk-roots, old-time swing, soul and bluegrass. This year, the band will also weave in selections from their new album, "We Will Never Be the Same", and combined with their usual banter, the show is a guaranteed good time for the whole family.

Tickets: Floor $44 + taxes & fees; Bal: $49 + taxes & fees

Internationally acclaimed, award winning musical sister duo - Cassie and Maggie are no strangers to holiday magic. This season, The MacDonald sisters invite you to bring your kin, to ‘A Very Very Cassie and Maggie Christmas' celebrating not only yuletide fun but their new album of the same name.

The trademarks of their stage show will be there as sure as reindeer fly. Fiddle, guitar, piano, sibling harmonies and percussive stepdance will mark the season, as well as classic Christmas hymns, ancient carols and a sassy ode to the most mysterious of Santa's reindeer, Vixen.

Tickets: $25 + Taxes and fees

Inspired by the music of Elvis Presley, this Yuletide spectacular is hosted by none other than the man himself.

Steve Michaels sings the Christmas classics as well as serenading you with the King’s own holiday season favourites. The Wonderful World of Christmas is a Graceland of wonderment, celebrating the most glorious time of the year.

Doors & Bar open at 6:30pm

Show at 7:30pm

TICKETS:

Floor- $60 (taxes & fees included)

Balcony- $65 (taxes & fees included)

Come on out to the Barrie Farmers Market every Saturday, rain or shine, from 9am-1pm to support over 70 local farmers, musicians, artisans, bakers, and so much more! There is something for everyone of all ages. Dogs are welcome as well! 

Every week we will have live music and free kids activities. 

We hope to see you there :)

Visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus at the Penetanguishene Centennial Museum! Complete a scavenger hunt, decorate a cookie, and get a craft loot bag! $6.00 per child. Pre-registration is required for children. Adults are free and do not have to register. https://top.recdesk.com/Community/Program. 

Penny-pinching miser Ebenezer Scrooge is well-known across Victorian London for being far more interested in making money than friends. Above all else, he hates Christmas time and its spirit of giving. But on one particular Christmas Eve, several spirits give Ebenezer the surprise of his life, as they whisk him off on a magical journey through past, present and future, to show him the true meaning of the season. From Fezziwig to Tiny Tim, all the favourites are included in DuffleBag Theatre’s exuberant version of the Charles Dickens Yuletide classic!

The show includes:
Interactive fun and plenty of humour!

Tickets: $10 or Family Pass $25 + fees & taxes

Get your nature lovers outside this winter break! Campers will be given so many opportunities to connect with nature – they’ll forget all about connecting to their devices! Open to inquisitive spirits, ages 6-12.

~ Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland, ON
~ When: Dec 27-29 & Jan 2-5 from 9 am ~ 4 pm
~ How much: $105-200
~ Who: Ages 6-12

Please note: Campers must register for the full week of camp (no day-by-day registration).

Registration opens November 28th at https://www.wyemarsh.com/winter-break-camp

For more information please call 705-526-7809 or email: events@wyemarsh.com

Christmas Bird Count for Kids

Bring in your kids and join us for a fun-filled winter birdwatching event. Learn about birds, connect with nature, and become Citizen Scientist!

~ Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland, ON
~ When: 10:30 am - 1 pm, Dec 30
~ How much: Included with price of Admission
~ Who: Children ages 6+. Children 12 yrs and under and must be accompanied by an adult.

Find fun at-home activities at:www.wyemarsh.com/christmas-bird-count

For more information please call 705-526-7809 or email: events@wyemarsh.com