A view of the City of Barrie skyline, lit up at night, with Lake Simcoe in the foreground

Discover Barrie

The City of Barrie is best known for its convenient location, stunning waterfront access and vibrant urban development. Located just 45-minutes north of Toronto and Pearson International Airport, and only 45 minutes south of Muskoka, Barrie is the ideal location for those looking to plan a conference, meeting, reunion, gala or special event.

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What to see and do

Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Simcoe, Barrie has much to offer conference and event guests during their stay. Be sure to also check out Barrie’s:

festivals and events
beaches and waterfront
hiking and biking trails
parks and marinas
restaurants and shopping
art galleries and live theatre
bars, pubs and nightlife
50+ golf courses
nearby casino, movie theatres and boat cruises
Creative team-building activities such as olive oil tastings, paint nights or axe throwing

Ask your Conference and Event Services Co-ordinator for recommendations on any of the above activities, including their favourites. We look forward to helping you access all of the FUN that your group is looking for!