Family Weekend Guide: Events in Simcoe County

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Check out this guide to Free March Break Events in Barrie, Innisfil and Alliston!

Home Alone Course - This course with the Innisfil YMCA is perfect for youth aged 10 years and up and is only $25.00.
March 7th

Babysitter’s Course - This two day course is made for youth ages 12 years and up and participants must commit to both days. Taking place at the Innisfil YMCA.
March 8th and 9th

Nature Play Trailer - Visit the City of Barrie’s Nature Play Trailer parked outside of the MacLaren Art Centre. The trailer features nature-based activities, and the fun will continue indoors nature-inspired art activities that are sponsored by PIE Wood Fired Pizza Joint.
March 8th

Barrie Spring Garden & Home Show - Returns to Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery in Barrie/ Springwater this weekend. The show features guest speakers, live demos, unique local vendors and so much more. 100% of net proceeds from ticket sales support Roots for Youth, and children 12 and under can attend the show free!
March 8th & 9th

Embracing Risk: The Benefits of Outdoor Play for Kids - The Tiny Forest Academy and Wye Marsh in Midland want to guide families in discovering the benefits of outdoor play! They will dive into the impact of ‘risky play’ on child development, and teach parents how to support outdoor adventures safely and effectively. This workshop is free!
March 8th

Take the Plunge - Head over to Friday Harbour in Innisfil to cheer on participants who are “taking the plunge” in support of RVH. Make a day of it by visiting the trails in the nature preserve, or enjoying the many activities happening for the March Break Escape.
March 8th (plunge), March 8th & 9th (March Break Escape)

March Break Ed-Zoo-Cation - Kicking off this weekend at Tanger Outlets in Cookstown, this event runs from 11am to 6pm daily over the March Break and gives families the opportunity to visit, hold and interact with a variety of animals. Free and no reservations required, pop in whenever is convenient for you!
March 8th & 9th (running daily until March 16th)

Free Public Skating - at the Tottenham Community & Fitness Centre from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
March 9th

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