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Northern Lights 1 – Matt Sellick Presents: Watching the Sky
Italian Cultural Centre · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
FeaturingJeff Christmas, Principal Pops conductorMatt Sellick, flamenco guitar The return of the Northern Lights series opens with flamenco guitarist, Matt Sellick, performing his album “Watching the Sky”, recorded last year with the TBSO alongside other original works. If you require any assistance purchasing tickets, contact the TBSO at (807) 626-8276 Tuesdays-Fridays 10:00am-4:00pm.
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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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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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An Evening of Expressions Annual Gala
Moose Hall · Thunder Bay, ON
5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
A wonderful fundraising Gala, an evening filled with delicious food, entertainment, music and a Silent Auction. A night to remember! At the Moose Hall, 434 Fort William Road, Thunder Bay
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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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Dwayne Gretzky
The Auditorium · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Dwayne Gretzky is Canada’s greatest party band and a can’t miss live music experience celebrating classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Celebrating the classic rock and pop songs that unite people across generations, Dwayne Gretzky has delivered electrifying renditions of over 800 songs. For the past 15 years, Dwayne Gretzky has developed a fervent fanbase across Canada solely on the strength of their live show –…
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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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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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Ooky Spooky 666 Halloween Drag Show
Black Pirates Pub · Thunder Bay, ON
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Wiggins Productions proudly presents OOKY SPOOKY 666 HALLOWEEN DRAG SHOW CATEGORY IS…..Raise Hell! The sixth annual Ooky Spooky Halloween Drag Show, Thunder Bay’s biggest Halloween drag show, is summoning the city’s scream queens, killer kings, and devilish drag creatures for our biggest descent into darkness yet! Prepare for a wicked night of horror, gore, camp, and ghoulish glamour as our performers unleash…
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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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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.
See event website for price
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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Owen Riegling
The Auditorium · Thunder Bay, ON
7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Gifted Canadian country music artist and award-winning singer and songwriter Owen Riegling, blends small-town roots with a modern edge that continues to resonate with fans across Canada and beyond. Since winning the 2022 Boots & Hearts Festival’s Emerging Artist Competition, this Universal Music Canada recording artist has parlayed his success of his platinum-certified hit “Old Dirt Roads,” and the release of his…
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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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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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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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Devils Masquerave
The Foundry · Thunder Bay, ON
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DEVILS MASQUERAVE A night for horror and surprise! Come in your best devilishly good looking costume •HOUSE MUSIC•DEVILS RAVE• Dress up or face the fright of being the only one in angelic clothing Let the Devil within you come out October 30th 10PM right here at The Foundry We’ll be having the always fabulous Glow-go Girls gracing us with their presence on stage 🧑🩰 See you gals and ghouls soon
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Nightmare on Gore Street Kids Edition
The Wayland Bar & Grill · Thunder Bay, ON
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
It’s a Westfort spooktacular event for the kids!! Our annual Nightmare on Gore Street now has a kids edition the Saturday before Halloween!! We go overboard decorating the place every Halloween, so we’d like to share it with the kids!Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. There will be dancing, games, candy, Halloween mocktails, and spooky decorations!
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Halloween Spooktacular with the TBSO
St. Paul’s United Church · Thunder Bay, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Featuring:Frédéric-Alexandre Michaud, conductor Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon at our Halloween Spooktacular! Bring the whole family for a lively musical celebration filled with playful Halloween tunes, and delightfully mysterious melodies. This concert is designed especially for young listeners and the young at heart. Costumes encouraged! If you require any assistance purchasing tickets, contact the TBSO…
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Nightmare on Gore Street
The Wayland Bar & Grill · Thunder Bay, ON
8:00 p.m. to 11:55 p.m.
Nightmare on Gore Street 2026 Join us for our annual party that just perfectly lands on a Saturday!!!We’re happy to be keeping the Westfort tradition alive with the best Halloween party around! We’re going all all with decorations and cash prizes!
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Sleeping Giant Folk Music Society presents Mia Kelly with Basset
Da Vinci Centre · Thunder Bay, ON
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Rooted along the banks of the Kitchissippi (Gatineau, QC), Mia Kelly is an award-winning singer-songwriter, making her mark internationally with her distinctive blend of folk, rock, and blues. Carrying the power of the river she calls home, her voice winds and weaves stories, raw and breaking with emotion in English and French. Her newest record, Big Time Roller Coaster Feeling – produced by Connor Seidel (Charlotte…
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The Hunger 19: Halloween Festival
Waterfront District · Thunder Bay, ON
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THE HUNGER | 19TH EDITION 9 Venues | Downtown-wide, Annual Halloween Festival Event Saturday, Oct. 31st @ 9pm-2am. $20 cover for access to all 9 venues. 19+ | ID required | Cash Door – No advance tickets. 50 Acts – 35 Live Bands/DJ’s – 275 Musicians & Performance Artists 3,150 Attended Last Edition! … Advice: come early, as you don’t want to miss a thing. __________________ Oh what a day, what a lovely, lovely day!……
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Halloween Dance Party
Norteno’s Taqueria · Thunder Bay, ON
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HALLOWEEN DANCE PARTY Get ready for a wicked night of dancing at Norteños Taqueria! We’ll start with a beginner dance lesson at 10 PM, followed by social dancing until 2 AM. Expect a lively mix of Latin, Afro and Caribbean music with DJ EZ Eddie and Shari B hosting the night. Saturday, October 31 10 PM–2 AM Norteños Taqueria698 Arthur St. W., Thunder Bay Beginner lesson at 10 PM Social dancing to follow Prize for…
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