June is Recreation & Parks Month (JRPM) in Ontario! The movement promotes the benefits of recreation and parks for physical, social, and environmental health.
Play every day throughout the month of June while supporting the ParticipACTION Community Challenge. The Community Challenge is a national physical activity and sport initiative that encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout June in search of Canada’s Most Active Community, which will win $100,000 to support local sport and physical activity initiatives.
Highlighted Events
In addition to the events below, a full calendar of events is available, which includes many free activities for residents to try throughout June.
| Date & Time | Event |
|---|---|
| Wednesday June 3, 6:00pm | Walking Group: June is Recreation and Parks Month |
| Wednesday June 10, 6:00pm | Walking Group: June is Recreation and Parks Month |
| Saturday June 13, 12:00pm | 2026 Barrie Airshow Presented by Pratt Homes |
| Sunday June 14, 10:00am | 2026 Barrie Airshow Presented by Pratt Homes |
| Wednesday June 17, 6:00pm | Walking Group: June is Recreation and Parks Month |
| Sunday June 21, 6:00pm | International Yoga Day Celebration |
| Wednesday June 24, 6:00pm | Walking Group: June is Recreation and Parks Month |
| Friday June 26, 5:00pm | Game On! Presents World Cup Esports Tournament |
Recreation program cancellations are posted at barrie.ca/RecCancellations.
Tips for Getting Outside in Barrie
- Enjoy a walk around the waterfront
- Take a break with your family to play
- Take your dog for a walk at the Barrie Community Sports Complex
- Take your family to the splash pad at Lampman Lane Park
- Take a bike ride down the North Shore Trail