NEWS RELEASE
DOWNTOWN BARRIE BIA
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Downtown Barrie is excited and getting ready to celebrate the arrival of 2025 at the City of Barrie’s annual Downtown Countdown.
This free, family-friendly event will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 31, at city hall, featuring live music, festive activities, and two spectacular fireworks displays.
A night of fun for all ages:
- Family fun: Enjoy live music with the energetic Sonshine and Broccoli, perfect for young revellers.
- Country music magic: Dance to the infectious sounds of country headliner Madeline Merlo.
- Local talent: Experience the unique sounds of The Redhill Valleys and local artist Kyle Wauchope.
- Winter wonderland: Enjoy ice skating, explore food truck fare, and participate in exciting family activities.
- Spectacular fireworks: Two dazzling fireworks displays will light up the night sky — one at 8 p.m. for the little ones and another at midnight to welcome the new year.
- Pre-event social: Make a reservation at one of the many downtown restaurants for some family and friends social time to reminisce about 2024 and get excited about 2025.
Free transportation:
Barrie Transit will be offering free service starting at 5 p.m., with extended service hours until 3 a.m., ensuring safe and convenient transportation for all attendees.
Free parking makes it easy:
- Enjoy two hours of free on-street daytime parking throughout December.
- Parking is always free after 5 p.m. on weekdays and all weekends.
Plan your downtown visit:
- Visit downtownbarrie.ca for a complete list of businesses, holiday hours, and upcoming events.
- Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter to stay in the loop on all the exciting happenings in downtown Barrie.
Community partners:
The Downtown Countdown is proudly sponsored by Pure Country 106, Bounce Radio 104.1, CTV Barrie, Mattamy Homes, South Barrie Community built by Aspenridge, Countrywide, Regal Crest, and Remington Homes.
Join us for a memorable New Year’s Eve celebration in downtown Barrie.
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