Things to do in Barrie in February 2019
February is a great time to take your family and friends along as you try some new activities while enjoying the best of winter.
There’s plenty to do in and around Barrie this month! Check out some of these fun winter events and festivals:
Barrielicious
When: January 18th– February 3rd
Where: Various restaurants throughout Barrie
What Is It: Delight in savoury culinary fare at numerous restaurants throughout the city of Barrie. Enjoy prix fixe full course meals ranging from $15 – $30 per person, all expertly curated for this annual event.
The February Blues Festival
When: January 31st– February 4th
Where: Various venues throughout Barrie & Simcoe County
What Is It: Begin your month the right way! Attend The February Blues Festival for a full weekend of live music, great food, and an array of venues throughout the region.
The February Blues Festival
RVH MASH Bash
When: Friday, February 1st – 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Snow Valley Ski Resort
What Is It: Hosted by Snow Valley Ski Resort, this 32ndannual MASH Bash event is set to raise funds for the NICU at Royal Victoria Hospital. Tickets are $25, or $15 for Snow Valley season pass-holders, military, hospital and EMS presenting a valid ID.
MASH Bash
Barrie Winterfest 2019
When: Saturday, February 2nd & Sunday, February 3rd
Where: Heritage Park
What Is It: Perfect for families looking to get out and enjoy the winter season, Barrie’s annual Winterfest presents a weekend of horse-drawn wagon rides, incredible ice sculptures, miniature golf, top shot hockey, and so much more.
Moonlight Snowshoeing
When: Saturday, February 2nd, 9th, 16th, & 23rd – 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Horseshoe Valley Resort
What Is It: Enjoy an evening snowshoeing through the Copeland Forest lit by moonlight. For $17 a person, this 2km walk includes your snowshoe and headlight rental and concludes with hot chocolate and s’mores gathered around a warm fire. Horseshoe Valley is a pet-friendly resort so your furry friends are welcome to come along.
Huronia Symphony Family Concert
When: Sunday, February 10th – 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Where: Collier Street United Church
What Is It: Conducted by Oliver Balaburski, enjoy an evening of music with this “Family Concert: Love, Trust, and Fairy Tales”. Tickets are available at the door, and they are $25 for adults, $10 for students, and $5 for children.
Huronia Symphony Family Concert
Fire on Ice Winter Extravaganza
When: Saturday, February 16th – noon – 4:00 pm
Where: Grange Hall
What Is It: All ages are welcome to the Lefroy Volunteer Firefighter’s annual Fire on Ice Extravaganza. This fishing derby is a weekend of family fun with proceeds benefiting other local organizations to assist with their community projects and events.
Fire on Ice Winter Extravaganza
Innisfil Polar Bear Dip
When: Saturday, February 23rd – 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: Innisfil Beach Park
What Is It: Hosted by the Innisfil Community Events Corporation, the annual Polar Bear Dip for charity is a fun way for the whole family to raise money for local initiatives. Polar Dippers are encouraged to dress up and wear fun outfits or costumes for the jump. The registration desk opens at noon and there is a minimum pledge of $25.
