Family Day Weekend is the perfect excuse to bundle up, step outside, and make memories together. From downtown celebrations and cozy theatre shows to outdoor adventures and winter festivals, Barrie and the surrounding region are full of family-friendly experiences that turn a winter long weekend into something truly special.
Here’s your guide to what’s happening this Family Day Weekend.
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Family Day Celebrations – Downtown Barrie
đź“… Monday, February 16, 2026
đź“Ť Barrie City Hall, 70 Collier Street
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
đź’˛ Admission: Free
The heart of downtown Barrie comes alive on Family Day with a celebration that blends indoor and outdoor fun at City Hall. Families can lace up for a DJ‑hosted party skate at the Circle at the Centre ice rink, warm up by the bonfire with free hot chocolate, and bounce between inflatables, crafts, games, and face painting inside City Hall. With food vendors on site and an inclusion zone ensuring everyone feels welcome, this is an easy, no‑cost way to spend the day together.
Barrie Allandale Model Train Show
đź“… February 14–15, 2026
đź“Ť Bradford Greenhouse, 4346 County Road 90, Springwater
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
đź’˛ $8 adults | $30 family rate | Children under 6 free
Step into a miniature world where tiny towns, winding tracks, and detailed landscapes capture the imagination. Ontario’s largest model train show is a longtime favourite for families, hobbyists, and curious kids alike. Wander through impressive displays, browse vendors, and watch trains glide through carefully crafted scenes, it’s a slower‑paced but endlessly fascinating way to spend a winter afternoon.
đź“… Select Sundays: February 15, 2026
đź“Ť Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM or 1:00–2:30 PM
💲 $20 Nature‑Infused Yoga | $12 Education Programming
For families craving calm and connection, the Tiffin Centre offers a peaceful retreat into the winter forest. While adults enjoy gentle, nature‑infused yoga and mindful walks beneath the trees, kids and family members take part in guided outdoor education led by environmental educators. Each session brings a new seasonal theme from wilderness survival skills and Indigenous land‑based learning to winter tree identification and kick sledding adventures. It’s a chance to reconnect, reflect, and recharge together.
đź“… February 14–16, 2026
đź“Ť Discovery Harbour, 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
đź’˛ Admission required; children 5 and under free
Discovery Harbour transforms into a winter playground during the Mid‑Winter Social. Families can explore historic demonstrations, hands‑on workshops, and creative activities across the site, from blacksmith sparks flying to the echo of a musket shot in the crisp air. Add in warm treats, playful outdoor fun, and costumed interpreters, and it feels like stepping into a winter storybook that invites you to play, learn, and linger.
Cinderella – Georgian Theatre
đź“… February 5–15, 2026
đź“Ť Georgian Theatre, 1 Georgian Drive, Barrie
⏰ Multiple matinee & evening showtimes
đź’˛ Ticketed event
Bring a little magic indoors with this contemporary Broadway adaptation of Cinderella. Featuring Rodgers & Hammerstein’s beloved songs and a fresh, funny twist on the classic tale, the production is perfect for families with older kids who love theatre, music, and happily‑ever‑afters. Matinee performances make it an ideal Family Day Weekend outing.
đź“… Monday, February 16, 2026
đź“Ť Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
⏰ Daytime event
đź’˛ Included with regular admission
Nature takes centre stage at Wye Marsh on Family Day. Families are invited to hike the trails, roast bannock, join a music circle, and learn fascinating facts about local wildlife and animal families. Which animals are the best dads? Who sets up nurseries? It’s an interactive, educational, and heartwarming way to celebrate Family Day outdoors.
đź“… Sunday, February 15, 2026
đź“Ť Quayle’s Brewery, 4567 Line 12 N, Coldwater
⏰ 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Winterfest at Quayle’s Brewery blends family‑friendly fun with friendly competition and great food. Expect winter games, outdoor laughs, and a welcoming atmosphere where parents can enjoy craft beer while kids burn off energy. It’s a laid‑back way to make the most of the long weekend.
The Skate Escape – Friday Harbour
đź“… Monday, February 16, 2026
đź“Ť Friday Harbour Resort
⏰ Daytime event
đź’˛ Rink access complimentary; rentals available
Families can also take part in Olaf & Sven’s Winter Scavenger Hunt, a playful, interactive adventure that encourages kids to explore the resort while following clues and discovering what winter mischief the pair are up to. Together, these activities create a Family Day outing that feels like a mini vacation.
More Family Fun, Indoors and Out
Whether you’re climbing, sliding, skiing, or settling in for a cozy film, these indoor and outdoor attractions make it easy to build a Family Day Weekend itinerary that suits every interest and energy level.
Make the Most of Family Day Weekend
Whether you’re skating downtown, wandering snowy trails, discovering miniature worlds, enjoying resort-style fun, or cozying up indoors, Family Day Weekend 2026 offers something for every kind of family. Pick one adventure, or try a few and turn the long weekend into a story you’ll be telling long after winter fades.
