​Annual Coldwater Mill Christmas Market

November 30 - December 21  

Join the Coldwater Mill and Library, and participating downtown merchants in our annual Coldwater Mill Christmas Market. Experience shopping in the historic Mill and Library, featuring all one of a kind, handmade, handcrafted, or homegrown pieces. Always a delightful evening with hot apple cider, hot chocolate and something warm to fill your bellies! Food Bank Donations are always accepted.  

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​First Light

December 6 - 8,
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM ​

Experience Sainte-Marie’s spectacular “First Light” Event evenings , as we illuminate the rustic historic site with over 5,000 candles. Recognized by Festivals and Events Ontario as one of Ontario’s “Top 100” Events, “First Light” creates a wonderful holiday ambiance, featuring many hands-on activities for children, seasonal and folk music, Aboriginal performances, fireworks and much more.  

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A Very Hewitts Christmas with Santa

Hewitts Annual Christmas Celebration where families can enjoy the magic of the Holidays! Visit Santa in his farm workshop (bring your camera), bring your letter to Santa to mail in his personal mailbox, wagon rides, farm animals, FREE cookie decorating in the farm market store, draws and prizes, samples in the market, Holiday Crafts and more! Kids can play in the Fun Farm Play yard (some activities may be closed depending on the weather).

ONLY $8 p/p (Under 24mths always FREE)   
December 8 and 9 from 11-3

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Christmas Glow Barrie

Glow is the largest indoor Christmas festival in greater Barrie.

Bring together the people you love to stroll, laugh and play under the twinkle of half a million lights. Our playgrounds and interactive features will entertain the kids for hours, while Glow’s illuminated sculptures are the perfect backdrop for selfies and holiday family photos.

Our Christmas Market showcases the best local artisans and boutique businesses, alongside delicious options from food trucks and a licensed bar.

It’s all the magic and wonder of an outdoor festival, hosted inside our cozy and spacious venue.  

www.glowgardens.com for tickets and dates

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