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/

Let the games begin...
Our Seasonal Dart League might be on hiatus for the summer, but we aren't ready to put down our darts quite yet. Join us Monday June 16th from 7pm for a Cricket-style Dart Tournament
*This is a free event but spots are on a first come, first served basis*
Bring your friends, grab a beer and get ready to win some prizes.

Contact: 807-286-0045

Drag Queen Paint Night: Pride Edition

Join us at Red Lion Smokehouse on Friday, June 13 for a relaxed and colourful evening of painting, hosted by the one and only Mz Molly Poppinz in celebration of Pride Month!

This is a low-pressure, no-experience-needed paint night – perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're an artist or just in for the fun of it, you’ll be guided step-by-step through a chill, Pride-themed painting in a welcoming and inclusive space.

Friday, June 13
7pm–9pm
Red Lion Smokehouse

Come make some art, meet new people, and celebrate Pride with creativity and colour!

TICKETS: wigginsproductions.eventbrite.ca


#tbaydrag #thunderbay #yqtpride2025

Wiggins Productions presents

+++SCHOOL’S OUT: End of School Bash+++

Thursday, June 12th
Black Pirates Pub
Doors 8PM | Show 8:30PM
$15 at the door | All Ages

School’s out and the amps are UP! Celebrate the start of summer with a full-throttle night of live music!

Featuring:

+The Vertebraekers (punk rock)
+Brazen Bull (hard rock / metal)
+Bathed In Dirt (debut show)

SUPPORT LOCAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT | TBSHOWS.COM

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/

It’s comedy night, but make it fabulous.
Join us for B!tches Be Funny, an open mic night celebrating women, non-binary folks, and all those who bring the funny with femme energy.
Whether you're trying stand-up for the first time or you’ve got a tight five ready to go — the stage is yours.
Megan Geddert and Natalie Kotovich will be hosting and keeping the laughs rolling all night long. Sign-ups at 8:30pm, Show starts at 9PM
Good drinks, great vibes, better jokes

Contact: 807-286-0045

The Peng You Tai Chi Quan Association invites you to join us for Tai Chi in The Park at the Marina.
Free summer sessions are twice weekly – Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm and Thursday mornings at 7:30 am, beginning June 3rd and ending August 28th. Parking is free during these times.
No experience necessary…just come and join in for some great exercise, meet new friends and enjoy a spectacular view of the harbour and Sleeping Giant.

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/

Life in Song - A Musical Reflection of Home, Heritage and Heart
Join the award-winning Sounds of Superior Chorus for a memorable and uplifting evening of song June 9th, at 7:00 pm. at the Superior Collegiate and Vocational Institute, 333 N. High Street. Door Prizes! Gift Basket Auction! Admission by donation at the door with all proceeds going to the Faye Peterson House.

Contact: info@soundsofsuperiorchorus.com