December in Simcoe County is here, and the cozy season is calling!
From festive markets and local holiday events to scenic trails and early winter adventures, there’s plenty to explore as we head toward the holidays. Check out what’s happening this month:
Help Us Support Local Families Who Need Us Most
Until December 18th
Every year, our team hosts a food drive for the Barrie Food Bank, and last year our community completely blew us away! We filled our entire van with donated food items. Watching so many people come together to support local families was truly something special, and it reminded us how generous and caring our community really is.
This year, we wanted to open the door even wider so more people can be part of this. Along with collecting food items again, we’re adding this GoFundMe to make it easier for anyone who prefers to give online or isn’t able to drop off items in person. To kick things off, our team will be starting the fundraiser with a $500 donation, and as more donations come in, we’ll continue contributing alongside everyone. Every dollar made here will go directly to the Barrie Food Bank, helping individuals and families in our community who are facing food insecurity.
And for those who love contributing food items, we are absolutely still accepting them. Donations can be dropped off at 365 Mapleview Drive West, and every single item is appreciated more than you know. Whether it’s through this fundraiser or through food donations, your support makes a real difference.
We are collecting donations now through December 18th.
Thank you so much for being part of this with us again this year. Your kindness, generosity, and community spirit truly help lift up families who need it most, and we’re so grateful for everyone who chooses to give in any way they can.
– Dan and Alex Team
PLEASE DONATE HERE
Handmade Holidays
December 19 , 2025 – The Five Points Theatre | 1 Dunlop Street West, Barrie
Enjoy a cozy, grown-ups-only night of festive creativity at Five Points Theatre. Rotate through four craft stations and make holiday gifts you can keep or share.
Crafts include:
• Stovetop potpourri
• Giftable hot chocolate mix
• Holiday ornaments
• Forgather holiday greenery
Details:
$99 per person (all materials + one drink ticket included)
Bar + concessions open all night
Event time: 6:30 pm
Spaces are limited—reserve your spot and celebrate the season with a creative night out! 🎄✨
Barrie’s New Years Eve Bash
December 31 2025 – January 1, 2026 | 3 Mulcaster Street, Barrie
Ring in 2026 with the best 2000s hip-hop, R&B, and pop hits from 9PM–2AM. Enjoy discounted food and drinks all night.
Specials:
• $1.25 wings (incl. vegan “wingdings”)
• $2.50 drink tokens (non-alcoholic options available)
• Photographer + videographer capturing the final moments of 2025
Watch the NYC Ball Drop on the big projector, plus New Year’s celebrations on all TVs. Dance floor in the front room (19+) or chill in the lounge + gaming area.
Only 200 tickets available
25% of profits go back to C.W. Coops. Hosted by The Popovich Agency.
Whether you’re exploring new neighbourhoods, spending weekends at local markets, or taking in the first snowfall of the season, there’s so much to enjoy this December. Stay tuned for next month’s round-up of holiday happenings, community highlights, and real estate updates from the Dan and Alex Real Estate Team.
