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Terror in the Bay Film Festival
The Paramount · Thunder Bay, ON
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Terror in the Bay Film Festival Returns for the 10th Anniversary Celebration at the Paramount Theatre October 14-18, 2026! This is an event dedicated to all horror film lovers! (Ages 18+) What to Expect at the 10th Annual Terror in the Bay Film Festival: – World-Class Genre Cinema: Five nights of curated indie horror films, ranging from psychological thrillers to creature features! – Live Q&A Sessions: Several…
$19.56 CAD
A Community Celebration of Local Talent
The Auditorium · Thunder Bay, ON
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
As we wrap up our 40th Anniversary Season, we’re bringing our community together for a special evening celebrating the incredible talent right here in Thunder Bay! The evening’s program will feature a lineup of local performers, including: Algonquin School Children’s Choir Art in Motion Dancers Ron Kanutski, Comedian Rodney Brown, Acoustic Dulcisono Choir Operatic Performance by Theresa Thibert Thunder Bay Symphony…
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Haunted Halls 2026
Thunder Bay Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
6:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Haunted Halls 2026 Presented in Partnership with Science North. This October, The Thunder Bay Museum’s galleries awaken after dark—and some objects were never meant to be disturbed. Step inside the Museum for a new immersive haunted experience filled with unsettling characters, eerie environments, theatrical effects and frightening surprises. Follow the trail through transformed galleries and shadowy passageways as…
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Terror in the Bay Film Festival
The Paramount · Thunder Bay, ON
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Terror in the Bay Film Festival Returns for the 10th Anniversary Celebration at the Paramount Theatre October 14-18, 2026! This is an event dedicated to all horror film lovers! (Ages 18+) What to Expect at the 10th Annual Terror in the Bay Film Festival: – World-Class Genre Cinema: Five nights of curated indie horror films, ranging from psychological thrillers to creature features! – Live Q&A Sessions: Several…
$19.56 CAD
Haunted Halls 2026
Thunder Bay Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
6:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Haunted Halls 2026 Presented in Partnership with Science North. This October, The Thunder Bay Museum’s galleries awaken after dark—and some objects were never meant to be disturbed. Step inside the Museum for a new immersive haunted experience filled with unsettling characters, eerie environments, theatrical effects and frightening surprises. Follow the trail through transformed galleries and shadowy passageways as…
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Oktoberfest
Slovak Legion · Thunder Bay, ON
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Get your lederhosen ready!! Oktoberfest 2026 is Coming Soon!Beer & food Specials, Live music by the Polka Pirates, pretzels & Good Times!
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Terror in the Bay Film Festival
The Paramount · Thunder Bay, ON
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Terror in the Bay Film Festival Returns for the 10th Anniversary Celebration at the Paramount Theatre October 14-18, 2026! This is an event dedicated to all horror film lovers! (Ages 18+) What to Expect at the 10th Annual Terror in the Bay Film Festival: – World-Class Genre Cinema: Five nights of curated indie horror films, ranging from psychological thrillers to creature features! – Live Q&A Sessions: Several…
$19.56 CAD
Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra: Looking Forward, Looking Backward (Masterworks #1)
The Auditorium · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
It all begins here with a timeless program opening with Violet Archer’s tender “Poem for Orchestra”, followed by Fauré’s dramatic “Pelleas et Melisande”. Closing with one of Beethoven’s most celebrated works, the unprecedented Symphony No. 3 “Eroica”, this is a season opener you won’t want to miss! Violet Archer – Poem for Orchestra Fauré – Pelleas et Melisande Beethoven – Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” Conductor Martin…
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The Haunted Lakehead: Port Arthur Ghosts and Gore
Boreal Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Discover the Ghosts, Guts and Gore of Downtown Port Arthur The Haunted Lakehead returns for the 4th year Join us for stories of ghosts, crimes, murders, and creepy goings-on at The Lakehead. This tour will show you the North Core like you have never seen it before. Come with me as we traverse parks, back alleys, and darkened streets and hear about some of the most interesting past and current hauntings, murders, and…
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Halloween Hoot
Fort William Historical Park · Thunder Bay, ON
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Join us for Halloween Hoot, a family-friendly event that transforms the historic site into a Halloween haven. Enjoy haunted houses, trick-or-treating, creepy crafts and ghastly games, and discover why the mysterious birds have taken over Williamstown.
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Haunted Halls 2026
Thunder Bay Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
6:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Haunted Halls 2026 Presented in Partnership with Science North. This October, The Thunder Bay Museum’s galleries awaken after dark—and some objects were never meant to be disturbed. Step inside the Museum for a new immersive haunted experience filled with unsettling characters, eerie environments, theatrical effects and frightening surprises. Follow the trail through transformed galleries and shadowy passageways as…
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Terror in the Bay Film Festival
The Paramount · Thunder Bay, ON
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Terror in the Bay Film Festival Returns for the 10th Anniversary Celebration at the Paramount Theatre October 14-18, 2026! This is an event dedicated to all horror film lovers! (Ages 18+) What to Expect at the 10th Annual Terror in the Bay Film Festival: – World-Class Genre Cinema: Five nights of curated indie horror films, ranging from psychological thrillers to creature features! – Live Q&A Sessions: Several…
$19.56 CAD
Cambrian Players Saturday Night Improv
Cambrian Players · Thunder Bay, ON
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Join us on Saturday, October 17th for a night of Improv Comedy at Cambrian Players – featuring guests from Embody Dance Collective! Mark your calendars and grab your advance tickets now! Our next unforgettable evening of improv comedy is going to be Saturday, October 17th – with special guests from Embody Dance Collective! Join us at Cambrian Players Theatre for a night of make-em-ups, laughs, and groans (and maybe……
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RCBB Concert: When You Wish Upon a Star
SUPERIOR INN AND CONFERENCE CENTRE · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The Roy Coran Big Band’s 75th Anniversary Concert Season begins with a little Disney magic! Come relive cherished memories with big band takes on beloved Disney classics, from timeless favourites to songs that have become part of our family movie memories. Featuring the wonderful Carly Martin of Thunder Bay! Whether you’re a lifelong Disney fan or simply love great live music, this is a magical night you won’t want…
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Blues Shakedown
Da Vinci Centre · Thunder Bay, ON
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The Thunder Bay Blues Society board of directors is proud to announce the two co-headlining bands for Blues Shakedown 2026 Saturday October 17, 2026 at the DaVinci Centre (340 Waterloo St South). Both bands are signed to Alligator Records (the worlds’ largest independent blues record label). It will truly be an evening of “Genuine Houserockin’ Music”. Closing the evening at 9:30pm will be The Chris O’Leary Band!…
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Halloween Hoot
Fort William Historical Park · Thunder Bay, ON
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Join us for Halloween Hoot, a family-friendly event that transforms the historic site into a Halloween haven. Enjoy haunted houses, trick-or-treating, creepy crafts and ghastly games, and discover why the mysterious birds have taken over Williamstown.
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Terror in the Bay Film Festival
The Paramount · Thunder Bay, ON
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Terror in the Bay Film Festival Returns for the 10th Anniversary Celebration at the Paramount Theatre October 14-18, 2026! This is an event dedicated to all horror film lovers! (Ages 18+) What to Expect at the 10th Annual Terror in the Bay Film Festival: – World-Class Genre Cinema: Five nights of curated indie horror films, ranging from psychological thrillers to creature features! – Live Q&A Sessions: Several…
$19.56 CAD
The Haunted Lakehead: Port Arthur Ghosts and Gore
Boreal Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Discover the Ghosts, Guts and Gore of Downtown Port Arthur The Haunted Lakehead returns for the 4th year Join us for stories of ghosts, crimes, murders, and creepy goings-on at The Lakehead. This tour will show you the North Core like you have never seen it before. Come with me as we traverse parks, back alleys, and darkened streets and hear about some of the most interesting past and current hauntings, murders, and…
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Haunted Halls 2026
Thunder Bay Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
6:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Haunted Halls 2026 Presented in Partnership with Science North. This October, The Thunder Bay Museum’s galleries awaken after dark—and some objects were never meant to be disturbed. Step inside the Museum for a new immersive haunted experience filled with unsettling characters, eerie environments, theatrical effects and frightening surprises. Follow the trail through transformed galleries and shadowy passageways as…
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Rocky Horror Show
The Paramount · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Show is the legendary cult musical that has shocked, thrilled, and delighted audiences for generations. Follow the unforgettable journey of Brad and Janet as a stormy night leads them to the mysterious castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter. Packed with iconic songs like Time Warp, Sweet Transvestite, and Science Fiction/Double Feature.Directed and choreographed by Spencer Hari and Katherine Nemec, with…
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Smoke and Embers
Delta Hotel · Thunder Bay, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Join us for the first annual Smoke & Embers, a dark and romantasy themed book convention located here in Thunder Bay, ON. Welcome to Smoke & Embers! Step into a world where fantasy blurs with the darkness, and each event brings you closer to the flame. Smoke and Embers is a three-day immersive book convention celebrating the dark romance and romantasy genres. Meet your favorite authors, discover new voices, and…
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Haunted Halls 2026
Thunder Bay Museum · Thunder Bay, ON
6:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Haunted Halls 2026 Presented in Partnership with Science North. This October, The Thunder Bay Museum’s galleries awaken after dark—and some objects were never meant to be disturbed. Step inside the Museum for a new immersive haunted experience filled with unsettling characters, eerie environments, theatrical effects and frightening surprises. Follow the trail through transformed galleries and shadowy passageways as…
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Savio Joseph – Wonderstruck
The Auditorium · Thunder Bay, ON
7:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Savio Joseph is a world-class entertainer who has amazed and astounded audiences across the globe with his unparalleled talent and charisma. A first-generation Indian Canadian hailing from Brampton, Ontario, Savio discovered his passion for magic at a young age and dedicated himself to mastering the craft. His dedication and drive have earned him recognition and acclaim on the international stage, including features…
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Night Terrors: A Villainous Vaudeville
Confederation College · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The Confederation College Performing Arts Club PresentsNIGHT TERRORS | A VILLAINOUS VAUDEVILLEA Terrifying Evening of Tales & Tunes to Thrill & ChillOCTOBER 23, 24 2026 7:30pm$20 General Admission | $10 for Confederation College StudentsMeet Outside the Confederation College Wellness CentreAges 12+ | Refreshments For SaleDress for the Weather (rain or shine)Step into the shadows for a wickedly theatrical night of…
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