2024 Programming Schedule
8–10pm Free concert at Meridian Place featuring Daniel Romano’s Outfit 10–10:10pm Drone light show at Meridian Place, brought to you by Pratt Homes and Barn Burner All day Open Air Dunlop 10am–5pm Static displays by CFB Borden at Heritage Park and Meridian Place 10am–5pm Family activities and food, drink & merchandise vendors/displays at Heritage Park, Meridian Place and Dunlop Street 11am–6pm Food & drink vendors at Will Dwyer Park, including a Donaleigh's Landshark licensed area 11am–6pm Licensed area featuring Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery at Heritage Park 12pm Muskoka Extreme water show on Kempenfelt Bay off Heritage Park 12:30pm Opening address at Heritage Park Starting at 1pm 2024 Barrie Airshow presented by Pratt Homes Approx. 4pm Performance by CFB Borden Brass & Reed Volunteer Band at Meridian Place 8:30pm Meet & greet with pilots and performers of the 2024 Barrie Airshow at Meridian Place Approx. 9:30pm Free screening of Memphis Belle at Meridian Place All day Open Air Dunlop 10am–5pm Static displays by CFB Borden at Heritage Park and Meridian Place 10am–5pm Family activities and food, drink & merchandise vendors/displays at Heritage Park, Meridian Place and Dunlop Street 11am–6pm Food & drink vendors at Will Dwyer Park, including a Donaleigh's Landshark licensed area 11am–6pm Licensed area featuring Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery at Heritage Park 12pm Muskoka Extreme water show on Kempenfelt Bay off Heritage Park 12:30pm Opening address at Heritage Park Starting at 1pm 2024 Barrie Airshow presented by Pratt Homes
Featured Performers
Military Performers
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds uphold the proud legacy of the Golden Centennaires air demonstration team, who formed to celebrate Canada’s Centennial in 1967. Their team is made up of highly skilled pilots, technicians, and support personnel from across Canada, whose dedication to excellence is embodied in the awe-inspiring tight formations of red and white jets in the sky overhead. As a Canadian icon, they showcase the skill, professionalism, and teamwork of the Canadian Armed Forces and inspire the pursuit of excellence wherever they go in North America.
A staple on the Canadian airshow scene since 1983, CF-18 demonstrations showcase the high level of skill, professionalism and teamwork inherent in the members of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), inspiring future aviators and highlighting the capabilities of Canada’s frontline fighter.
April 1, 2024, marks 100 years of service for the RCAF as a distinct military element. The CF-18 Demo Team is proud to represent Canada and the RCAF throughout the 2024 demonstration season as we celebrate the RCAF’s Centennial; highlighting our distinct heritage; recognizing our people; and looking forward to our bright future.
Throughout the 2024 Centennial season, a specially painted CF-18 Hornet, featuring a unique commemorative paint job, will wow audiences at locations across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom as part of Operation INSPIRATION 2024.
The Canadian Armed Forces SkyHawks Parachute Team are Canada’s only military parachute demonstration team. With 15 demonstrators from the Canadian Army and the Canadian Rangers, the team demonstrates professionalism, dedication and teamwork, allowing them to perform complex parachute manoeuvres safely at airshows, sporting events and festivals across Canada.
Established in 1971, the SkyHawks have represented Canada and the Canadian Armed Forces with pride, performing in front of over 75 million spectators world-wide under their signature Canadian Flag parachutes. The SkyHawks thrilling performance of daring manoeuvres brings their parachutes in close proximity to each other requiring a high level of skill, teamwork and physical fitness. This discipline of proximity parachute flying is known as Canopy Relative Work within the skydiving community.
Civilian Performers
Drawing on their heritage as veteran RCAF pilots, Todd Farrell, Greg Hume-Powell and Mario Hamel are the Northern Stars Aeroteam. Flying the classic Pitts Special in tight, precision formations and wringing it out with exciting freestyle maneuvers, the Northern Stars are getting great reviews! The show starts off with a dramatic opposing pass followed by fast paced, solo surface-level aerobatics before being joined by the other two for precise loops, rolls and much more in tight, military style formation with billowing airshow smoke.
Mike Tryggvason is a Toronto-based aerobatic pilot who delivers a spectacular demonstration of aerial maneuvers while maintaining the competition discipline he grew up flying aerobatics with. From base aerobatic figures such as loops and rolls to dynamic gyroscopic maneuvers that tumble the aircraft around the propeller, Mike’s flying demonstrates the full flight envelope of his aircraft – flying with zero airspeed at the top of hammerheads to the never exceed speed of 200 knots on vertical down lines.
In addition to flying aerobatics at airshows, Mike is a full-time airline pilot and instructor flying an Airbus 320, and has completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Western University in London, Ontario. Mike also mentors many pilots in their hobby or profession. He enjoys sharing his experiences and advice with up-and-coming pilots and enthusiasts. Check out Mike on Instagram (@miketryg) to follow along on his flying adventures.
Stampede Aviation features demonstrations from both a P-51 Mustang and a Hawker Sea Fury. The P-51 Mustang is an American long-range, single-seat fighter and bomber that was used in World War II. The Hawker Sea Fury is a British fighter aircraft that was developed during World War II and was the last propeller-driven fighter to serve with the Royal Navy.
The mission of the Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association (CHAA) is to acquire, preserve, restore, display and demonstrate the Harvard and other training aircraft associated with the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan and the Royal Canadian Air Force.
The Harvard played a significant role in the RCAF’s history during World War II. Dubbed “the pilot maker,” the single-engine Harvard was a familiar sight and sound at air bases across Canada. CHAA was created in 1985 from a passion to keep the legacy of these aircraft alive and honour those who trained in them and served their country.
Based out of Tillsonburg, Ontario, CHAA’s three-ship formation flying honours the past and inspires the future.
The Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation (ECAF) is based out of Edenvale Aerodrome, located on Hwy 26 between Barrie and Collingwood. The airfield opened in October 1941 as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan and served as No 1 Relief Field for Harvard operations at Camp Borden.
While the de Havilland DH82 Tiger Moth was used by the RCAF for elementary flight training, ECAF’s is actually the British version. It was manufactured by Morris Motors in Cowley, England in 1943, then served with the RAF and Armee de L’Air (French Air Force). It differs from the Canadian version as it doesn’t feature a canopy and has a tail skid instead of a tail wheel, requiring it to be operated from a grass strip.
ECAF’s PT-26 Cornell is the second of three airworthy aircraft operated by ECAF. Built in 1943, it is one of 1565 proudly manufactured in Canada by Fleet Aircraft Ltd for the RCAF during World War II.
ECAF’s hangar is open every Saturday from May to October. Both the Tiger Moth and the Cornell are available to be booked for passenger rides. Visit classicaircraft.ca for more information.
Vendors & Displays
The Barrie Airshow featured a variety of vendors and displays, including tasty festival foods and drinks, and aviation-themed merchandise.
Water bottle refill stations were located in Meridian Place and Centennial Park.
Food & Drink Vendors
- All Smoked Up Travelling BBQ
- Barrie Navy League – Cold Drinks
- BeaverTails
- Chungchun Rice Dog Barrie
- Donkey Kone Ice Cream
- Licensed area featuring Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery (11am–6pm)
- Foodiez Barrie
- Glad I Ate Here Lemonade Stand
- Kiwanis Club of Barrie Food Booth
- Lisa Marie’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice
- Monster Energy
- Mr. C’s Freeze-Dried Treats
- Super Smash Juice
Other Vendors & Displays- BMO
- Edenvale Classic Aircraft Foundation
- Heartland Flyers – Snowbirds Merch
- Lakehead University
- Moonwalk – Kid zone with games and face painting, as well as popcorn & cotton candy
- NAV CANADA
- Ontario Flight Centre
- Pratt Homes
- SURGE Activewear – RCAF Centennial Merch
Food & Drink Vendors
- Domino’s Pizza
- Donaleigh's Landshark licensed area
- Eva’s Deli
- Get Roasted Café – Bubble Tea
- Greekery Bakeshop + Café
- Mr. Cool Ice Cream
- Smoke’s Poutinerie
Airshow Viewing Information
The best locations to view the show:
- Heritage Park
- Centennial Park
- Will Dwyer Park
- South Shore Park
- Allandale Station Park
- Minet’s Point Park
- or any of the small parks along the north and south shores of Kempenfelt Bay
To ensure the safety of both the public and the airshow participants during this exciting event, public viewing by boat was permitted east of the safety line between Brentwood Marine and Johnson’s Beach Park. Boats and water-based activities were restricted west of that line . See "Public Notifications & Restrictions" information below for dates and times.
Public Notifications & Restrictions
For the safety of the public and airshow performers, a safety line was formed from Brentwood Marine to Johnson’s Beach Park. Water access and water-based activities were restricted in the area west of the line (including Centennial Park and Minet’s Point Park) during the following times*:
- Friday, June 14, 12–6pm
- Saturday, June 15, 12–6pm
- Sunday, June 16, 12–6pm
Restricted activities include boating, access in and out of the marina and boat launches, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding, etc. The safety line was enforced by the Barrie Police and their service partners on Lake Simcoe.
*Times are approximate and subject to change on the day of the show
The Tiffin Boat Launch was closed during the Airshow weekend (June 14–16).
The launch at the City of Barrie Marina was available 8:30–10am and after 6pm daily June 14–16. For Marina patrons, access in and out of the Marina was not permitted between 11:30am and 6pm daily June 14–16.
To reduce congestion, boaters were encouraged to consider using nearby public launches, including Innisfil, Orillia area, Shanty Bay Oro Line 2, and Oro Line 9.
Operating a drone inside a restricted air space without authorization is a serious safety concern and is strictly prohibited. You could face significant penalties, so please leave your drone at home and enjoy the show.
For your personal safety, please consider:
- Wearing ear protection, especially for children
- Wearing a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Hydrating
There will be many food vendors on site, and water bottle refill stations located in Meridian Place and Centennial Park
Attendees could tune in to 87.9FM from around the waterfront to follow along with airshow commentary, special announcements, and safety messages during the show.
Getting Around
There's plenty of parking available within walking distance along the waterfront and throughout the downtown. Downtown parking is free on weekday evenings after 5pm and on weekends. For residents, a digital waterfront parking permit is required to park for free at specific waterfront areas. You can park without a permit for $10/hour with a daily max of $50 in specific waterfront parking areas. The HotSpot Parking App offers many benefits to enhance the parking experience. For more information about where to park, view the municipal parking map.
Barrie Transit offered a FREE shuttle to get you down to the Airshow! Attendees could park and ride from Allandale Rec Centre (190 Bayview Drive), the H-Block Parking Lot (50 Worsley Street) or any shuttle stop along the route. Shuttle hours:
- Friday, June 14: 7:30–10:15pm
- Saturday, June 15: 9:50am–11:50pm
- Sunday, June 16: 9:50am–5:15pm
Carbon Offset
Living Green Barrie partnered with the City of Barrie to encourage Airshow spectators to help make a difference! By donating, you can help plant 10,000 native trees and support climate action programs and events in the Barrie area. Learn more about Living Green Barrie and donate!
Airshow Partners & Sponsors
The 2024 Barrie Airshow presented by Pratt Homes was generously supported by partners & sponsors.
Partners
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Drone Light Show Sponsors
The 2024 Drone Light Show was brought to you by Pratt Homes and Barn Burner.
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Attendees could look to the skies over Barrie’s beautiful Kempenfelt Bay as iconic aircraft performed inspiring displays of aviation wonder in a free show for the whole family. The 2024 Airshow was particularly special, as this year marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).
On Friday night, spectators saw 200 drones over Kempenfelt Bay come together to create colourful imagery in the night sky. The show was specifically created for Barrie’s airshow with the theme being RCAF100. View the 2024 Barrie Airshow points of interest map.