Burton Avenue United Church
• 37 Burton Avenue • Barrie, ON
Doors Open: 7:00PM
| Show Starts: 7:30PM
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All Ages
Featuring: Dave Gunning
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Event type: All Ages
Roots Music Barrie is excited to host Dave Gunning, one of Canada’s most engaging and respected folk singer-songwriters on Friday, Jan. 15.
Nova Scotia’s Dave Gunning is a multiple East Coast Music Award and Canadian Folk Music Award winner with over two decades on the road and 15 albums to his credit. He is celebrated for his warm stage presence, razor-sharp wit, and songs that honour everyday heroes while tackling hard truths.
His music has long reflected his deep roots in Pictou County, where stories of working people, small-town struggles, and local pride shape his songwriting. Whether he’s shining a light on unsung community champions or confronting social and environmental issues close to home, Gunning brings an honesty and empathy to his work that have become his trademark.
Known for his ability to connect with audiences through both laughter and reflection, Gunning’s live shows balance heartfelt storytelling with moments of perfectly timed humour. His rapport with listeners – equal parts genuine, self-effacing, and deeply human – has made him a beloved fixture on stages across Canada and beyond.
Over the years, Gunning has shared the stage with folk greats like Ron Hynes, Rita MacNeil, and Matt Andersen, yet he continues to carve his own path, grounded in the values of community and craftsmanship.
In June 2025, Gunning travelled to Point Lonsdale, Australia, to record his 15th studio album, Field Notes. Stripped-back and emotionally rich, the new collection returns to the heart of what he does best: telling stories that remind us who we are, where we come from, and what matters most.
Concert details
The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. and takes place at Burton Avenue United Church (37 Burton Ave., Barrie). Doors open at 7 p.m. Please arrive promptly as latecomers will be seated during an appropriate break between songs.
TICKETS
Tickets are $35 (plus service charge). They are non-refundable, but are transferable. PLEASE NOTE: Online ticket sales end at noon on Jan. 15. If not sold out, there may be limited tickets available at the door for $45 (cash only). Seating is general admission.
For more information you can email rootsmusicbarrie@gmail.com.
Cutoff is Friday, January 15, 2027 11:59 am EST unless it sells out earlier.
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