5 Things to do in Simcoe County this June
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What: Celebrate Barrie Festival
Why: Celebrate our community with free fun for the whole family. Festivities kick off Friday evening with the Youth Battle of the Bands and close Saturday with a family film on the beach.
When: June 4, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Centennial Park, Barrie
How: visit website
2
What: Wing Ding Street Party
Why: Wing Ding is the largest and longest running community yard sale in Ontario! Celebrate the start of summer with this lively community party. Shop hundreds of yard and antique sales and enjoy live music and family entertainment.
When: June 4 & 5, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Downtown Cookstown
How: visit website
3
What: Spring Boat, Cottage & Outdoor Show
Why: Shop new and pre-owned boats of all sizes, from inflatables to offshore performance to fishing boats to cruisers. Check out a variety of marine, cottage and outdoor products, land vendors and marine safety demonstrations.
When: June 10, Noon – 8:00pm / June 11, 10:00am – 7:00pm / June 12, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Where: Port of Orillia
How: visit website
4
What: Canadian Armed Forces Day & Air Show
Why: Base Borden is celebrating its 100th birthday in 2016. Check out military ground displays, army vehicles, and The Air Show, featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, CF-18 Hornet Fighter Jet, the Canadian Forces SkyHawks Parachute Team and several other Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft and Canadian warbirds.
When: June 11 & 12, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Where: CFB Borden
How: visit website
5
What: New Splash Pad Grand Opening
Why: Cool down in this new community hot spot and feast on the complimentary BBQ.
When: June 18, 11:00 am- 12:30pm
Where: 8 Owen Street, Penetanguishene
How: visit website