Local entertainment

Boots and Hearts 'the place to be' for adventurous campers

'I just like the vibe. I’m a country music fan, so that helps,' says second-time concert-goer among many who enjoy the wild and crazy camping scene at Burl's Creek

Aug 13, 2023 9:00 PM Read more >

SCENE SETTER: Playfight embraces change with new album

The band's new single sets the tone for a heavier and darker direction

Aug 13, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

'Snob-free' opera experience comes to Georgian Theatre this fall

'Ruckus! on the Road: An Opera Revue Tour' comes to Barrie on Oct. 26

Aug 8, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

'It’s a great venue': Artists excited to return to Kempenfest

Kempenfest continues through the weekend until Monday at 6 p.m.

Aug 6, 2023 4:45 PM Read more >

Tom Cochrane and Red Rider, wrestlers and more fun Saturday at Kempenfest

Kempenfest continues throughout the long weekend

Aug 6, 2023 9:52 AM Read more >

Bill Welychka reflects on his Barrie years, time at MuchMusic

'Barrie means a lot to me. My mom is buried there,' says former MuchMusic VJ, who attended Innisdale and has a new book coming out

Aug 5, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

'Special time': Good Brothers, Sadies joining for Newmarket concert

'It’s a special time for us all to be together,' Bruce Good says ahead of Sunday evening's show

Aug 5, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

Finger Eleven headlines opening night of Kempenfest

People flocked to the Barrie waterfront to enjoy live music, the midway, arts and crafts exhibitors, antique dealers and great food

Aug 5, 2023 9:47 AM Read more >

'Big event': Kempenfest takes over city waterfront this weekend

51st annual arts and crafts festival, not to mention loads of live entertainment, kicks off Friday at 5 p.m.; Finger Eleven hits the stage Friday night

Aug 2, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >