Hey Barrie locals and visitors! As December's holiday magic sparks across Simcoe County, our live scene is blending cozy acoustics, festive charity shows, and high-energy DJ nights into the perfect winter warm-up. From Thanksgiving leftovers to early Christmas cheer, from November 26 to December 7, 2025, there are tunes for every mood. This bi-weekly guide, partnered with Local and Live 365, has the details.
Fuel up with seasonal specials—check localandlive365.com/barrie for food and drink deals near these spots!
Layer up, spread the joy, and let's jingle into the festivities. Here's what's on—mark it down!
Week 1: November 26 –30, 2025
Malones Pint House
Midweek jams to weekend rock:
- Thursday (Nov 27): Acoustic Jam with JJ Blue at 6pm.
- Friday (Nov 28): DEBBIE D BAND at 6pm.
- Saturday (Nov 29): BootLegged at 6pm.
- Sunday (Nov 30): Sunday Jam with The Pint House Band at 4pm.
The Queens Hotel
Trivia to bingo wind-down:
- Thursday (Nov 27): Trivia Night at 7:30pm.
- Friday (Nov 28): Smokey Monaghan at 5:30pm / DJ Jim E at 10pm.
- Saturday (Nov 29): The High Road at 5:30pm / DJ Bosa at 10pm.
- Sunday (Nov 30): Music Bingo from 5:30-7:30pm.
Kenzington Burger Bar (Downtown)
Hump day starts to late-night closes:
- Wednesday (Nov 26): Daniel Humphreys from 8-11pm.
- Thursday (Nov 27): Mike Robins from 10pm-1am.
- Friday (Nov 28): Live Music from 10pm-1am.
- Saturday (Nov 29): Riff Raff from 10pm-1am.
- Sunday (Nov 30): Jonni X from 11pm-2am.
Kenzington Burger Bar (Byrne Drive)
Weekend live sets:
- Friday (Nov 28): Live Music at 10pm.
- Saturday (Nov 29): Live Music at 10pm.
The Queens Nightclub
Robbie to DJ spins:
- Thursday (Nov 27): Robbie G at 8pm.
- Friday (Nov 28): DJ Zho at 10pm.
- Saturday (Nov 29): DJ TwentyFiveRoses at 10pm.
The Rec Room Barrie
Hip-hop homage:
- Friday (Nov 28): Practically Hip & Pat Riel Music at 7pm.
Cheer's Bar & Grill
Karaoke through the weekend:
- Wednesday (Nov 26): Karaoke from 8pm-12am.
- Thursday (Nov 27): Karaoke from 9pm-1am.
- Friday (Nov 28): Karaoke Party from 9pm-1am.
- Saturday (Nov 29): Karaoke from 9pm-1am.
CW Coop's - Downtown Barrie
Metal madness:
- Saturday (Nov 29): PYRES, Overcrook and Black Absinthe at 8pm.
The Barrie Legion
Doc Rock returns:
- Friday (Nov 28): Dr Bruce Lee at 7:30pm.
Georgian Theatre
Comedy spotlight:
- Friday (Nov 28): Derek Edwards at 7:30pm.
Week 2: December 1 - 7, 2025
Malone's Pint House
Bingo to thrill rides:
- Tuesday (Dec 2): Music Bingo at 7pm.
- Thursday (Dec 4): Acoustic Jam with JJ Blue at 6pm.
- Friday (Dec 5): Barstool Academy at 6pm.
- Saturday (Dec 6): Mil & The Thrills at 6pm.
- Sunday (Dec 7): Sunday Jam with The Pint House Band at 4pm.
The Queens Hotel
Trivia to holiday matinée:
- Thursday (Dec 4): Trivia Night at 7:30pm.
- Friday (Dec 5): Peasant Kings at 5:30pm.
- Saturday (Dec 6): Christmas Cheer Rock N' Roll Charity Matinée at 3pm – Spread some seasonal goodwill!
Kenzington Burger Bar (Downtown)
Weekly rhythm:
- Wednesday (Dec 3): Daniel Humphreys from 8-11pm.
- Thursday (Dec 4): Mike Robins from 10pm-1am.
- Friday (Dec 5): Honey Jack Music from 10pm-1am.
- Saturday (Dec 6): Switchbeat from 10pm-1am.
- Sunday (Dec 7): Jonni X from 11pm-2am.
Kenzington Burger Bar (Byrne Drive)
Friday folk:
- Friday (Dec 5): Dan Humphreys at 10pm.
The Queens Nightclub
Metal tour takeover:
- Thursday (Dec 4): Metal Tour with AURAS, Nullifier., and The Heat at 7:30pm.
Cheer's Bar & Grill
Karaoke full tilt:
- Tuesday (Dec 2): Karaoke from 8pm-12am.
- Wednesday (Dec 3): Karaoke from 8pm-12am.
- Thursday (Dec 4): Karaoke from 9pm-1am.
- Friday (Dec 5): Karaoke from 9pm-1am.
- Saturday (Dec 6): Karaoke from 9pm-1am.
CW Coop's - Downtown Barrie
Open mic vibes:
- Tuesday (Dec 2): Acoustic Open Mic from 7:30-10:30pm.
The Barrie Legion
Jukebox joy:
- Friday (Dec 5): JukeBox at 7:30pm.
Ol' West Wing (Prince William Way)
Giving back:
- Friday (Dec 5): Socks for the Homeless from 5-7pm – Warm hearts and feet!
Liars Barrie
Classic rock:
- Thursday (Dec 4): Honeymoon Suite at 7pm.
Brud Bar + Bottle Shop
Punk market merriment:
- Sunday (Dec 7): Punk Rock Holiday Market from 4-10pm – Shop, sip, and slam!
For deeper dives on bands, tickets, or those holiday food specials, visit localandlive365.com/barrie. This bi-weekly roundup is powered by Local and Live 365 - Central Ontario. Not listed? Send a DM to get in the mix!
Barrie's winter wonderland of sound awaits—snap the moments with #BarrieEntertainment and tag Tourism Barrie. Here's to ho-ho-harmonies and merry memories.
