Sibley Ski Tour
March 6, 2004
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
(807) 473-8539
Premiere cross-country ski race for top racers/recreational skiers ages 4-90.
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The northwestern region boasts of some of Ontario's top events and festivals. |
Celtic Festival
March 12, 2004
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Northwest Film Fest
March 25/04 - March 28/04
May's Cumberland Cinema Centre
(807) 625-5450
18 International and Canadian critically acclaimed films.
Lakehead Festival of Music and Arts
March 29/04 - April 29/04
Various venues across Thunder Bay
(807) 577-6999
A competitive event for young musicians, dancers and actors ages 4-21.
The Spring Yard 'N' Garden Show
April 2/04 - April 4/04
Canadian Lakehead Exhibition
(807) 622-6473
Three buildings of exhibitors, displays
Folklore Festival
May 1/04 - May 2/04
Fort William Gardens
(807) 345-0551
Thunder Bay multicultural event
Spring on the Farm
May 8/04 - May 9/04
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce Trade Show
May 13/04 - May 15/04
Canadian Lakehead Exhibition
(807) 624-2621
Over 250 exhibitors showcasing a variety of products and services. Free admission and parking.
Pioneer II Marina Tours
May 22/04 - September 26/04
Marina Park
(807) 623-2628
Enjoy a tour of the quiet protected harbour of Thunder Bay and the delta of the Kaministiqua River.
New Music North Festival
June 3/04 - June 5/04
Thunder Bay Art Gallery
(807) 768-8085
A three-concert festival of contemporary chamber music featuring guest and local performers.
Thunder Bay Children's Festival
June 17/04 - June 19/04
Community Auditorium
(807) 343-2324
A wonderful multidisciplinary arts and heritage festival for children ages 1-12.
SuperiorFinn Juhannus Arts Festival
June 20, 2004
Finlandia Hall/Bay Street
(807) 964-2941
Celebrating Finnish heritage with the arts.
National Aboriginal Day Celebration
June 21, 2004
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 624-5010
Cultural activities, teaching, demonstrations and games. Feast and pow-wow, crafts, food.
Thundering Women Festival
June 25/04 - June 27/04
Chippewa Park
(807) 625-0328
Thundering Women Festival is a diverse and all inclusive community event established to bolster and spotlight northern women's musical, artistic, entrepreneurial pursuits.
Thunder Bay Rowing Club - 100th Anniversary Rowing Festival
June 26/04 - June 27/04
Kam River Heritage Park
(807) 622-1044
A two-day regatta and rowing event to celebrate 100 years of the Thunder Bay Rowing Club.
Canada Day
July 1, 2004
Marina Park
(807) 625-2351
An evening celebration of our nation's birthday on the spectacular shores of Lake Superior. Named one of Ontario's Top 50 Festivals for 2003 by Festivals and Events Ontario.
Canada Day Multicultural Festival
July 1, 2004
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Celebrate Canada's birthday with a fun-filled multicultural party.
Thunder Bay Sea Kayaking Festival
July 2/04 - July 5/04
Chippewa Park
(807) 767-2022
Thunder Bay Fringe Theatre Festival
July 6/04 - July 11/04
Downtown North Ward
(807) 344-1343
Thunder Bay Blues Festival
July 9/04 - July 11/04
Marina Park
(807) 684-3509 or 1-800-463-8817
Thunder Fest Super Weekend
July 10/04 - July 11/04
Davinci Centre Parking Lot
(807) 623-2415
FREE outdoor event, with 10 ethnic food booths, entertainers, dancers.
The Great Rendezvous
July 16/04 - July18/04
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Fur trade re-enactors from U.S. and Canada celebrate the 201st anniversary of the first Great Rendezvous.
Riverfest
July 17/04
Kaministikwia River Heritage Park
(807) 622-7987
Tug tour of James Whalen, crafters alley, entertainment and more!
Thunder Bay Dragon Boat Race Festival
July 23/04 - July 24/04
Boulevard Lake
(807) 768-4407
Scottish Days
July 31/04 - August 2/04
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Fort William salutes the heritage of the Scottish fur traders who operated the North West Company.
Festa Italiana
August 1/04 - August 2/04
Italian Cultural Centre
(807) 345-5511
The Festa is a celebration of Italian culture through music, dances, foods and more. Free admission.
Picnic in the Park
August 2004
Waverley Park
(807) 345-5552
Magnus Theatre's perennial FUNdraiser! Food, games, theatre performances, beer gardens, music.
Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Annual Family Fair
August 11/04 - August 15/04
CLE Fair Grounds
(807) 622-6473
Northwestern Ontario's largest event, including a midway.
Festival of the Giant
August 13/04 - August 15/04
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
(807) 977-2526
Family event - campfire sing-a-long, sandcastle contest, games and more.
The Fort Under Siege
August 14/04 - August 15/04
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Baseball Canada Cup
August 18/04 - August 22/04
Port Arthur Stadium
(807) 343-2016
Ojibwa Keeshigun Native Festival
August 21/04 - August 22/04
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
The fort pays tribute to Aboriginal heritage.
Westfort Village Street Fair
August 28, 2004
(807) 577-8878
Pioneer Days
September 11, 2004
Founders Museum, Pioneer Village
(807) 475-5114
A celebration of pioneer village life.
Fall Festival and Corn Roast
September 4/04 -September 5/04
Fort William Historical Park
(807) 473-2344
Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce Home Show 2004
October 1, 2004 - October 3, 2004
Thunder Bay Golf Dome
Nipigon Ice Festival
March 2004
Nipigon, On - Orient Bay
(807) 887-1359
A premier winter event for ice climbers and those interested in learning ice climbing.
Western Canadian Junior "B" Championship - April 15/04 - April 18/04
Schreiber, ON
Ouimet Canyon Provincial Parks
May/04 - Oct/04
Dorion, ON
(807) 597-2735
This geological phenomenon resembles a mini-Grand Canyon.
Eagle Canyon Adventures
Spring/Summer 2004
Eagle Canyon, ON
(807) 627-3260
Eagle Canyon boasts Ontario's largest suspension foot bridge.
MotorCross Racing
Summer 2004
NipRock Raceways - Red Rock, ON
(807) 886-2964
Beardmore Fishing Festival
June 2004
Beardmore, ON
Marathon Music Festival
June 4/04 - June 6/04
Marathon Arena
(807) 229-0391
First Day of Summer Celebrations
June 21, 2004
Manitouwadge, ON
(807) 826-3227
Lake Helen Aboriginal Day Celebrations, June 21, 2004
Lake Helen, ON
(807) 887-2510
Pays Plat Cultural Fair
June 21, 2004
Pays Plat, ON
(807) 824-2541
An event in celebration of National Aboriginal Day, June 21, 2004.
9th Annual Rossport Island Kayak Symposium
June 25/04 - June 27/04
Rossport, ON
(807) 824-3314
Sea kayaking instruction for beginners, entertainment and food.
Red Rock Canada Day Celebrations
July 1, 2004
Pull-A-Log Park & Marina
(807) 886-2284
Events include a parade, a mini-carnival, fireworks, entertainment, and fun for the whole family.
Canada Day Celebrations
July 1, 2004
Terrace Bay, ON
(807) 825-3542 or 1-800-968-8616
Celebrations include fireworks, family beach party, and other events.
Pays Plat Pow-Wow
July 9, 2004
Pays Plat, ON
(807) 824-2541
Schreiber Heritage Days
July 14/04 - July 18/04
Schreiber, ON
Christmas in July and one of the largest parades on the North Shore.
Lake Helen Pow-Wow
July 16/04 - July 18/04
Lake Helen, ON
(807) 887-2510
Marathon Children's Festival
July 16, 2004
Marathon Arena
Marathon, ON
(807) 229-0391
50th Rendezvous Celebrations
July 31/04 - August 7/04
Manitouwadge, ON
(807) 826-3227
Dragon boat races, street dance, roller disco, comedians and more.
Blueberry Blast 2004
August 1/04 - August 4/04
Nipigon Marina
(807) 887-3188
A fun-filled event for all ages, with a
parade, entertainment, and more.
Geraldton Music Jamboree
August 2004
Geraldton, ON
Drag Fest 2004 - 6th Annual Drag Races, July 30/04 - August 1/2004
Terrace Bay Municipal Airport
Terrace Bay, ON
(807) 824-2001 or 1-800-968-8616
Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival
September 2/04 - September 6/04
Nipigon Arena
Nipigon, ON
(807) 887-3548
Pic River Pow-Wow
Summer 2004
Pic River, ON
'Live from the Rock' Folk Festival
August 6/04 - August 8/04
Pull-a-Log Park
Red Rock, ON
(807) 886-1041 or 1-800-463-8817
Music, arts festival with on site camping, artisan's village and more.
Kakabeka Falls Street Fair
August 13/04 - August 15/04
Kakabeka Falls, ON
(807) 473-9211
7th Annual Street fair with horse and cart rides, displays and other events.
