We Know Things To Do in Ontario!
You will never ask “What is happening north of Toronto (and in central and northern Ontario) this weekend”? again! Use our events calendar to find things to do in Ontario and even in Ontario this weekend or in the future. Whether you like to lay low and chill or get your rush from adrenaline-pumping activities and experiences – the calendar has events for everyone, in every season from the Bruce Peninsula to the Ottawa Valley!
Depending on your drive, you’ll find action anywhere from 1 hour away from Toronto to 5. Our events are not limited to highways 400 and 11 either. These are just the first two highway suggestions to travel north and find adventure in Ontario.
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March 2016
Traditional Pow Wow
Georgian College’s 11th Traditional Pow Wow – Moving Forward Together: Wiijigaabiwitaadidaa Niigaan Zhaaying.The Pow Wow is a time for people to participate, learn, celebrate and share culture and heritage through drumming, singing, dancing, feasting, sharing and laughter. There will be many talented dancers, drum groups and amazing craft vendors who will be selling their handcrafted wares. For more information visit, http://bit.ly/1dmn6Ka
Find out more »April 2016
David Suzuki speaks at Georgian College
David Suzuki speaks at Georgian College Barrie Campus April 22 Georgian College will mark Earth Day 2016 in the company of award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster Dr. David Suzuki. Suzuki will share his wisdom on The Challenge of the 21st Century: Setting the Real Bottom Line with students, alumni, staff and supporters on Friday, April 22.His hour-long presentation is part of the President's Thought Leadership Speaker Series, which engages the broader community in the exceptional learning experiences available at Georgian.…
Find out more »March 2017
Traditional Pow Wow
Georgian will host this annual event – organized by students, staff and community members – in celebration of traditional culture and tradition. Pow Wow is a time for people to participate, learn, celebrate and share culture and heritage through drumming, singing, dancing, feasting, share and laughter. The event will also feature talented drummers, drum groups and amazing craft vendors who will be selling their handcrafted wares.
Find out more »Georgian’s Got Talent (or Not!) Variety Show
Georgian’s annual benefit concert has been raising funds for financially challenged students for the past 25 years. The event showcases the talents of our students and staff. Proceeds from the show go toward the Gord Bastian Entrance Award – a $1,000 bursary presented to a first-year Georgian student. The rest of the proceeds go to a special financial aid fund to help students. This year’s show will also celebrate Georgian’s 50th anniversary as well as Canada’s 150th anniversary. Purchase tickets,…
Find out more »March 2018
Terry O’Reilly at Georgian College
Advertising industry legend Terry O’Reilly to speak at Georgian College’s Barrie Campus March 27 The Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre at Georgian College is thrilled to present award-winning advertising legend, author and broadcaster, Terry O’Reilly. O’Reilly will share his wisdom on the power of marketing – If you don’t have a story . . . you don’t have a business – with students, alumni, staff and supporters on Tuesday, March 27. You will be entertained and educated by what he has to…
Find out more »March 2019
Georgian Annual Pow Wow
Join us for the 14th Annual Georgian College Traditional Pow Wow on Saturday, March 9th, 2019. From 12:00 P.M- 8:00 P.M. There will be drumming, dancing, and authentic Indigenous crafts and food. Come on out and be apart of a beautiful, cultural event! Entry and parking is free. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Georgian Food Locker, our emergency on-campus food bank for students in need.
Find out more »Battle of Robots
The robots are coming back to Georgian’s Barrie Campus Athletic Centre on March 16 and 17. The FIRST Robotics Competition at Georgian College promises an epic adventure of innovation that includes 26 robots, built and programmed by teams of high school students, that combines the excitement of a championship sporting event with the practical application of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This year, three teams from Simcoe County are competing. “We love hosting this event because we believe it’s…
Find out more »May 2019
Georgian College Auto Show
Come visit the Georgian College Auto Show running from May 31 through June 2 at the Georgian College Barrie campus. Ignite your passion as you see, touch, and feel over 200 new vehicles from over 20 manufactures in sales-free, non-pressure environment. Test drive an electric vehicle, or sit alongside a professional driver and experience drifting in a Porsche. From bouncy castes and Batman, to food trucks and interactive experiences, there’s fun for the whole family to enjoy. Discounted tickets can…
Find out more »Featured Ontario Festivals
This is it! These are them!
Our annual list of Best Festivals, or as we call it around the office “The Bestivals” list.
We pick a new list each year, some are hosted by our advertisers, some festivals we have sponsored and well, some we think are just plain pretty cool.
The list has been assembled keeping in consideration current trends and what people out there really seem to be seeking out. We’ve tried to include events and festivals that might be family focused, adult focused, or both!
There are no upcoming events at this time.