Toy Drive Events
Each year, our Rock 95/Kool FM Toy Drive team joins community celebrations and hosts special events to collect toys and donations. We've got plenty of exciting events planned, so make sure to check back weekly!
This year, you can catch us at:
November 22 to 30: Hamilton Holiday House Rock Show
Head to 65 Davis Trail in Thornton to check out their Holiday Rock Show featuring Queen, Van Halen, AC/DC, KISS, Pink Floyd and more. The light show, featuring over 8,000 lights synced to music, will run from 5 PM to 11 PM daily. A Toy Drive donation box will be on stie to drop off donations.
November 23: Holiday Expo
W.C. Little Elementary School Council presents our 2024 Holiday Expo!
Come for delicious food, live entertainment and lots and lots of holiday shopping! There will be approximately 50 incredible vendors sharing wonderful gift ideas, home décor and yummy treats!
Our Toy Drive team will be on site accepting donations!
Everyone is welcome to attend on Saturday November 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM at W.C. Little Elementary School, 11 Bear Creek Dr. Barrie.
November 23: Tree Lighting at Park Place
Get ready for the most festive event of the season!
The Park Place annual Tree Lighting returns on November 23rd from 2–6 PM in the Village Courtyard, featuring holiday magic, special guests, and plenty of fun for the whole family.
The Rock 95/Kool FM Toy Drive team will be set up collecting toys during the ceremony.
December: Hamilton Holiday House Christmas Show
Head to 65 Davis Trail in Thornton to check out their Holiday light show, featuring over 8,000 lights synced to music, will run from 5 PM to 11 PM daily starting December 1. A Toy Drive donation box will be on site to drop off donations.
Past Events
November 16: Noella Tree Lighting Celebration in Downtown Barrie
Get ready to kick off the festive season in Barrie!
This Saturday, join us downtown for the Tree Lighting Celebration, Festive Vendor Market, and the Festive Tree Lot, where you can find the perfect holiday tree!
The fun starts at 1 PM with family activities, live entertainment, and the Santa Claus Parade at 5 PM, followed by the tree lighting, fireworks and a concert at 7 PM on the Meridian Stage.
As in past years, we plan to set you up beside Tim Hortons’ ‘Hot Chocolate Tent’ & Barrie Food Bank’s ‘Food Drive Collection.
