No matter your speed or your fitness level, you're welcome to join a friendly group of local runners for a 5k run (or run/walk) around Boulevard Lake.

Meet at the Rita Street parking lot.

Contact: https://www.metreeaters.ca/

This event runs from Saturday the 5, to Sunday the 6.

As this is the first competition hosted by Rabbit Mountain Horse Training, we are thrilled by the community response, and are very excited for the projected turnout. It has been many years since we've seen such a high level of engagement in equestrian sports and competition in this region.

Saturday will comprise of the Western riding events (such as Ranch Riding, Trail, Western Pleasure, etc), and Sunday, the English riding events (such as Equitation, Hunter Under Saddle, etc). We have over 50 riders pre-registered, and a long list of community supporters through sponsorships, volunteers, and spectators.

Though this is a grassroots event, the community support we have received has permitted us to offer not only major prizes for High Point horse and rider champions for the weekend, but also to offer physical and cash prizes on every single class.
Additional information can be found on the Rabbit Mountain Horse Training page on Facebook, where our event page has details on all classes, sponsors, and more!

Wiggins Productions proudly presents

+++ PRIDE AFTER DARK +++
The Ultimate Pride After Party

Category is: AFTER PARTY ICONS

When the festival ends, the party begins! Join us July 5 at Black Pirates Pub for PRIDE AFTER DARK: the Ultimate Pride After Party and the largest showcase of drag and queer artistry in Northwestern Ontario this Pride season. Get ready for a stacked night with talent from every corner of the drag world.

Don't miss the after party that everyone will be talking about!

++STARRING++
+ MZ. MOLLY POPPINZ (co-host)
+ LOLITA (co-host)
+ AMBER AIL
+ IVAN LOVE
+ FAIRY CONTAGIOUS
+ SHAELA VIE
+ DEVIN DEVINE
+ OLIVE BOOGITS
+ SEREN TONIN
+ INOVA GUY
+ ANTON CHINOOR

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
+ The return to the stage of J.J.
+ The drag debut of MIA GHEN

PLUS GO-GO DANCERS
+ MISTER E.
+ VIX'EN VOX

Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Black Pirates Pub (215 Red River Road)
Doors 9pm | Show 10pm
19+ (valid ID required)

Photography by DARK FOREST PHOTOGRAPHIC
Sponsored by TBSHOWS

++CONTENT WARNING++
Mature (and immature) subject matter.
Viewer discretion is advised.

TICKETS
wigginsproductions.eventbrite.ca

This event runs from Saturday the 5, to Sunday the 6.

As this is the first competition hosted by Rabbit Mountain Horse Training, we are thrilled by the community response, and are very excited for the projected turnout. It has been many years since we've seen such a high level of engagement in equestrian sports and competition in this region.

Saturday will comprise of the Western riding events (such as Ranch Riding, Trail, Western Pleasure, etc), and Sunday, the English riding events (such as Equitation, Hunter Under Saddle, etc). We have over 50 riders pre-registered, and a long list of community supporters through sponsorships, volunteers, and spectators.

Though this is a grassroots event, the community support we have received has permitted us to offer not only major prizes for High Point horse and rider champions for the weekend, but also to offer physical and cash prizes on every single class.
Additional information can be found on the Rabbit Mountain Horse Training page on Facebook, where our event page has details on all classes, sponsors, and more!

MISFITS MATCHING IS BACK
AND BETTER THEN EVER
We are beyond excited to bring back our lovely Mz. Molly Poppinz with our friends at Wiggins Productions to host our PRIDE EDITION Misfits Matchmaking
at Goods and Co., Friday July 4th 8:30pm-12am

Tickets: $10 at goodscomarket.ca or at the door—cheap for a shot at eternal love
(or a night of cocktails and chaos).

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable evening hosted by the dazzling Mz Molly Poppinz, as she leads our hilarious Match-Making Gameshow!
How to PLAY:
Toss your “keys in the bowl” to enter your name for a chance to play.
One lucky “dater” will ask questions to a panel of three mysterious “dates”
At the end of the round, the dater will pick their match, and sparks (or at least laughter) will fly when the curtain rises for the big reveal!
Whether you’re looking for love, laughs, or just an excuse to mingle IRL, this event is all about good vibes, great company, and maybe even a match made in cocktail heaven.

EVERYONE is welcome—singles, social butterflies, and those who just want to spectate the romance roulette.

Drink Specials: Cocktail and mocktail creations from our friends at Woodside Bar to keep the mood flowing.

Join us for a night of fun, flirtation, and fabulous entertainment!

All fitness levels and speeds are welcome to join the Metre Eaters for a fun and friendly 5k run on Thursday nights.

Meet inside of the store.

Contact: https://www.metreeaters.ca/

Walk together. Experience together. Celebrate together.

Canada Day on the Waterfront is back — and this year, it’s all about connection. Join us on the shores of Lake Superior for a full day of music, food, culture, and FREE family-friendly fun.

Enjoy live performances on multiple stages
Grab a bite from a variety of local food vendors
Take part in arts activities, games, inflatables, and more
Use our Bike Valet or check out the Pedal Forward program
View the Expedition Tall Ship St. Lawrence II
Move through Marina Park with programming in every corner — from the Skate Park to the Celebration Circle!

Tuesday, July 1 | 3 PM–9 PM
Marina Park
Free Admission – Everyone Welcome!

Full event schedule and details at thunderbay.ca/canadaday

Canada Day on the Waterfront is presented by Ontario Power Generation and funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario.

Celebrate Canada and your fitness goals with a 5k trail run. Registration required.

metreeaters.ca

Introducing Red Lion Smokehouse's Whiskey "Club"! This is the start of a quarterly Whiskey Symposium. Come drink, eat and hang. It's going to be a grand ole time!
Tickets come with 4 pours and some light snacks.
In honour of Canada Day, we will be pouring some of our favourite Canadian Rye Whiskeys
Are you new to whiskey? You should join, and we'll guide you through. Connoisseur? Come and bring your expert opinions. We need the rookies and the connoisseurs - Whiskey Club is better with both!

https://www.facebook.com/events/962276102556498

Contact: 807-286-0045

The Thunder Bay Public Library presents

++STORY TIME with MZ MOLLY & FRIENDZ++
Followed by Crafting with Queens & Kings

Saturday, June 28, 2025
Waverley Library (285 Red River Rd)
230pm to 400pm
Family-friendly event
Free to attend
This is a drop-in event. No registration required.

Join us for an afternoon of wonder, whimsy, and warmth with local drag queens, Shaela Vie and Inova Guy! This all-ages, family-friendly storytime is an interactive, joy-filled celebration of diversity and acceptance, where stories come to life with glittering energy, vibrant characters, and a whole lot of heart!

Ft. Special Guest: Thunder Bay Border Cats

After storytime, the magic continues with a 30-minute guided crafting session led by Fairy Contagious and special guest, Devin Devine!

Whether you’re young, or young at heart, come laugh, create, and celebrate in a safe, welcoming space where everyone belongs.

Proudly sponsored by Thunder Pride
With support from TBShows and Wiggins Productions

For other Pride events check out https://linktr.ee/wigginsproductions

THUNDER BAY: IT’S TIME TO GET WILD, COMPETITIVE, AND COVERED IN SIDEWALK DUST.

The Cumberland Street Block Party is coming in hot on Saturday, June 28 — and if you’re reading this and not already signed up for something, you’re either about to, or you're getting ready to tell your friends and family all about it!

CHALK THE BLOCK is back — Thunder Bay’s most chaotic and charming sidewalk art contest.

• 3’ x 3’ concrete canvases (cracks and character included)

• $15 entry – all going to Our Kids Count

• Drawing starts at 12PM, ends at 4PM

• 24 spots. First come, first served. You vs. the pavement.

Deadline to register: June 25

Then we pivot from art to war.

The Tug of War Tournament hits the block at 3PM.

• Teams of 5

• $500 prize and eternal glory

• $200 per team – all in support of Our Kids Count

Still a few spots left. Assemble your weirdest crew.

LIVE BANDS ALL DAY

Because art is better with a backbeat. Featuring:

B Tha Wiz

O’Rose

JP deRoover

The Cartwrights

Page 38

Crooked King

Killer

Bring your dancing shoes or your best “stand-there-and-nod” festival lean.

And yes — vendor spots are still open.

If you’ve got cool stuff to sell that isn’t food, we want you.

10x10 spaces | $50 | Good vibes guaranteed

To register or if you have any questions, reach out to Chris at - thevinylfrontiercanada@hotmail.com

Live bands. Good people. Concrete murals and rope burn. Sounds like FUN!

SATURDAY, JUNE 28.

NOON - 10PM

Saturday, June 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. is June’s Monthly Makers Market at Wazison Arts (1075 Carrick Street, Thunder Bay).

This is a regularly occurring pop-up market the last Saturday of every month where local artists, artisans, and makers set up tables of their works for the public to come and browse. Enjoy the talent of local creators and enjoy some complimentary drinks and snacks as well as enter into the door prize. Prizes change every month. This month the prize is a magic bullet that includes a 12oz and a 20oz blending cup as well as an 18oz travel mug plus a recipe book. Additional prizes with the “health & wellness” theme will be added for a total package value of $250.

This is also Angie’s birthday so expect cake and some special grab bags for the first 20 visitors.

Contact: Angela Jason
hello@wazisonarts.ca
807.627.4643

Live + Local Nights are happening at Red Lion Smokehouse. Join us Friday June 27th starting at 8:30pm as Bill Savage takes the stage to fill the pub with sweet music

No Cover, All Ages
Eat. Drink. Enjoy the Tunes

https://www.facebook.com/events/1365822791288627

Contact: 807-286-0045

All fitness levels and speeds are welcome to join the Metre Eaters for a fun and friendly 5k run on Thursday nights.

Meet inside of the store.

Contact: https://www.metreeaters.ca/

Pub Trivia Night is BACK at Red Lion Smokehouse.
New Host, New Rounds, New Menu!
Gather your team as Trevor Green hosts our newly revamped Quiz Night starting Wednesday June 25th. Registration starts at 7:30pm with Trivia starting at 8pm.

- Teams of up to 6 players
- $2 per person
- B.Y.O.P. event (Bring Your Own Pen Please!)
- Booking recommended, limited tables
- Minimum spend of $20 per person

https://www.facebook.com/events/1229129705389451

Contact: 807-286-0045

+++ DIVA’S TRIVIA NIGHT +++
Queer Pop Culture

Wednesday, June 25
Lakehead Beer Company (206 Park Ave)
Co-Hosted by Ophelia & Lolita

Join your fabulous hosts Ophelia and Lolita for a night of camp, culture, and competition at Lakehead Beer Company! Test your knowledge of iconic queer moments, music, film, and more — all as part of Pride celebrations in Thunder Bay!

CATEGORIES ARE…

+Legendary Lyrics & Anthems — Songs and artists that defined queer generations, from disco divas to pop icons.

+Queers on Screens — Memorable LGBTQ+ characters, shows, and films that made history (or drama ).

+Drag & Ballroom Realness — Test your knowledge of RuPaul’s Drag Race, ballroom culture, and iconic drag moments.

-Registration @ 800pm
-Show & Gameplay @ 830pm
-Teams of up to 6
-No Cover / Free Event
-Mature Audiences Only
-Lakehead Beer Company is wheelchair accessible

CONTENT WARNING
Mature (or immature) subject matter. Viewer discretion is advised.

Proudly sponsored by
Rainbow Collective of Thunder Bay
Enbridge
Ontario Power Generation
ORLA Musselwhite
Lakehead Public Schools
TD Bank
Gallucci’s Pizza
Creation Body Piercing
Waterfront District BIA
Stag Shop
TBShows.com

For other Pride events check out https://linktr.ee/wigginsproductions

Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong.

From the Team Who Brought You CHICAGO THE MUSICAL: Directed by Thomas McDonald, Musical Direction Denise Krawczuk, Band Leader Danny Johnson, Choreography by Emma Dubinsky, Lighting and Sound Design Russell Krawczuk, and Costume Design By Gayle Tuominen
Get Your Tickets Today!

Running from June 25th to 28th at the Trinity Hall, tickets are $30 and available via Eventbrite or applauzeproductions.com

Contact: Denise Krawczuk
(807) 630-1259
applauzeperformanceacademy@gmail.com

Sail. Sip. Celebrate

Join Thunder Bay Yacht Club (TBYC) and Canadian Lighthouses of Lake Superior (CLLS) as we raise a glass to the launch of Shaganash Beer – the third in Lakehead Beer Company’s epic trilogy, following Porphyry and last year’s Trowbridge!

Tuesday, June 24, 2025
7:00 PM
Lakehead Beer Company, Park & Cumberland

-Enjoy pizza from Tomlin Subdivisions
-Giveaways & good vibes
-Be among the first to try Shaganash Beer
-Mingle with friends, family, and fellow beer lovers!

Don’t miss out on this hoppy celebration – see you there! Thanks to the TBYC for helping support the lighthouse group with awareness and fundraising.

No matter your speed or your fitness level, you're welcome to join a friendly group of local runners for a 5k run (or run/walk) around Boulevard Lake.

Meet at the Rita Street parking lot.

Contact: https://www.metreeaters.ca/

Wiggins Productions proudly presents

STORY TIME WITH THUNDER BAY DRAG QUEENS

Sunday, June 22
Loud Women Collective
(251 Red River Rd - Inside Goods & Co. Market)
230pm to 330pm
Family-friendly event
Free to attend

Story Time with Thunder Bay Drag Queens & Kings features local drag queens, Lady Fantasia LaPremiere and Mz. Molly Poppinz as they read stories and sing songs while fostering acceptance and appreciation of diversity

https://www.goodharborhillplayers.org/

Contact: info@goodhaborhillplayers.org

Join us as Cambrian Players celebrates 75 incredible years of community theatre in Thunder Bay with a spectacular 75th Anniversary Gala on June 21st, 2025 at the Slovak Legion!

This milestone event will be an evening filled with nostalgia, laughter, and celebration as we honour the rich history of theatre in Thunder Bay and the countless artists, volunteers, and supporters who have brought productions to life over the years.

Enjoy a night of delicious dining, music, and dancing, along with special tributes to the many performances and people that have shaped Cambrian Players into the thriving theatre company it is today while also celebrating the many other theatre companies which help make Thunder Bay a rich destination for arts and culture seekers. Whether you’ve been part of our journey from the beginning or are a newcomer to our stage, we invite you to raise a glass with us and celebrate 75 years of storytelling, creativity, and community.

Tickets are $75 plus fees; available individually or as full tables (8 seats for the price of 7!)
Early Bird Pricing is open until April 21st - tickets only $65 plus fees
Secure your seats before they are gone for this once-in-a-lifetime celebration!

Reception begins at 6:00pm
Dinner Buffet served at 6:30pm
Followed by Dessert & An Awards Presentation
Dancing to end the night

Cash Bar available, IDs required.

Get your groove on.

Music Bingo combines your favourite tunes with bingo.

Each player receives a Music Bingo card with a mix of songs titles and artists. Instead of calling out numbers, our DJ plays the music! Singing along is recommended.

Three rounds of Bingo, first round starts at 9:30pm.

Bring your friends, grab a beer and get ready to win some prizes.

$2 Per Card or 3 cards for $5

B.Y.O.D. (Bring Your Own Dabber - although we will have dabbers available for sale if yours dried up).

Join us on alternating Thursdays for a Celtic jam session. Tbay Trad will take over our stage from 7:30pm for an evening of Celtic tunes, jigs, reels and the occasional song!

All fitness levels and speeds are welcome to join the Metre Eaters for a fun and friendly 5k run on Thursday nights.

Meet inside of the store.

Contact: https://www.metreeaters.ca/

Hamburgers, smokies, sausages or the best hot dog you’ll ever have are just $5. with your choice of beverage an additional $1.

Drop by for a great meal for a great cause!

Advance workplace orders are appreciated. We do anticipate a busy day!
Navigate to https://www.baycreditunion.com/assets/pdfs/Bay-bbq.pdf to download a copy of the preorder form. Preorders can be faxed to (807) 343-9271, or emailed to jgaw@baycreditunion.com

ALL proceeds will be donated to Camp Quality.

Can’t make it to the BBQ? Please consider dropping your donation at BAY Credit Union or online at https://www.campquality.org/northwestern

Camp Quality is a volunteer led organization here in Northwestern Ontario which provides inclusive overnight summer camps and year-round programs for children with cancer and blood disorders. Camp Quality is for the whole family. Childhood cancer survivors and their siblings 7 – 17 attend Camp Quality. When summer fun is over family programs are offered. Help make the joy of camp and the healing power of laughter possible for more children this summer!

Bay Credit Union is a local credit union with 2 branches here in Thunder Bay. We are proud to support giving back to our community through student bursaries, signature donations to fund local initiatives, charity BBQ’s and socially responsible efforts that promote financial well-being and community development.

Wiggins Productions proudly presents

+++ DRAG BINGO! +++

Hosted by the one and only, Mz Molly Poppinz, with TBay’s King of Kings, Ivan Love, Drag Bingo promises plenty of laughs, fierce competition, and a few performances along the way!

Wednesday, June 18
Nortenos Cantina (235 Red River Rd)
Registration @ 8pm
Show & Gameplay @ 830pm
No Cover / Free Event
18+ Event

HOW IT WORKS
--There will be two rounds of bingo throughout the evening.
--Each round will consist of several games / chances to win.
--Each player will receive one bingo card (3 games) per round for free.
--Several prizes will be awarded per round.
Additional cards will be available for purchased.
--Bring your own dabber or purchase one at the show

Proudly sponsored by
-Rainbow Collective of Thunder Bay
-Enbridge
-Ontario Power Generation
-ORLA Musselwhite
-Lakehead Public Schools
-Gallucci’s Pizza
-Creation Body Piercing
-Waterfront District BIA
-TBShows.com

No matter your speed or your fitness level, you're welcome to join a friendly group of local runners for a 5k run (or run/walk) around Boulevard Lake.

Meet at the Rita Street parking lot.

Contact: https://www.metreeaters.ca/