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About Barrie's Waterfront

Barrie’s waterfront is home to two versatile outdoor venues: Meridian Place, an open-air amphitheatre with seating for up to 700 (road-closed events can expand into Heritage Park), and Memorial Square, which hosts ceremonial and community events with a capacity of up to 300 guests in normal conditions. Located along Dunlop Street and near the waterfront, these spaces draw locals and visitors for festivals, concerts, and community gatherings. Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit, secure your seats, and enjoy nearby dining and lodging options.

Whether you’re catching a show during Kempenfest’s two-stage festival weekend or a waterfront festival spanning Centennial Park to the Southshore Centre, Barrie’s waterfront venues offer a straightforward, dependable experience with accessible transit, simple parking, and nearby lodging and dining options.

Pro tips: use the Barrie Transit Downtown Mini Hub for easy access to Meridian Place and Memorial Square. Waterfront parking is the best available price per hour with a the best available price daily max, and a digital Waterfront Parking Permit may be required in certain areas. Ready to lock in tickets? We’ve got you covered with a straightforward buying process—no fuss, just performance and place. For accommodations and dining, we’ve highlighted trusted affiliate partners to help you plan a comfortable stay and a great meal after the show.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Meridian Place is an outdoor urban amphitheatre with seating for up to 700 guests (road-closed events can extend into Heritage Park to accommodate thousands).
  • Memorial Square sits along Dunlop Street and accommodates ceremonial events; Memorial Square capacity is up to 300 guests without a road closure.
  • Address for Meridian Place: 65 Dunlop St E & 30 Simcoe St, Barrie, ON; Memorial Square is adjacent to Memorial Square/Dunlop Street area near the waterfront.
  • Parking: Waterfront parking is $10/hour with a $50 daily max; a digital Waterfront Parking Permit may be required for certain waterfront areas.
  • Transit: Barrie Transit Downtown Mini Hub serves the waterfront area surrounding Meridian Place and Memorial Square.
  • Notable events: Kempenfest (one of Ontario’s largest waterfront festivals with two stages) and the Barrie Waterfront Festival (Centennial Park to Southshore Centre).
  • Nearby hotels: Harbour View Inn is close to the waterfront; multiple hotels (e.g., Fairfield Inn & Suites, Comfort Inn & Suites Barrie) are near Centennial Park.
  • Status: Meridian Place and Memorial Square are current, active Barrie waterfront venues (no demolition/renaming reported as of Feb 1, 2026).