We’re deep in the thick of summer now, and if you haven’t been living on a patio every chance you get, we need to ask what are you doing? TBay’s patio season doesn’t stick around forever, which is exactly why locals treat every warm afternoon (and evening, and late night)
Thunder Bay, clear your calendar! The Canadian Lakehead Exhibition hits the CLE grounds August 5th to 9th, running noon to midnight every single day. Rain
Some places just have a way of making summer feel like summer and Boulevard Lake IS that place in Thunder Bay! With 650 acres of
You know summer’s actually here in Thunder Bay the second you spot THE line. It’s not the May long weekend, not the first patio day,
Thunder Bay summers feel a bit magical: long golden days (seriously, the sun doesn’t set ‘til 10 or 11 pm), the endless blue of Superior, trips to the beach and swimming holes, patio season, reconnecting with friends and just a general sense of making the most of the warm weather
If your entire personality suddenly becomes “plant parent” the second Thunder Bay hits double digits… same! Somewhere between the snow melting and that first actual
You know those places you don’t fully appreciate until you actually step inside? The Thunder Bay Art Gallery is one of them. At first glance,
This one’s for the moms… well actually mostly for the dads, partners, and kids who are currently panic-googling “Mother’s Day ideas Thunder Bay.” Mother’s Day
If you thought Thunder Bay was just about epic hikes, cold plunges in Lake Superior, and chasing waterfalls… think again. Somewhere between the boreal forest and your next outdoor adventure, this city is quietly (okay, not that quietly) serving up one of the most underrated food scenes in Canada, and
Tucked inside one of Thunder Bay’s most historic buildings, is one of the most important cultural hubs in Northern Ontario. Filled with live music, dramatic
Here’s something not a lot of people outside of Thunder Bay know: The city has a cool and thriving arts scene. Fine art of all
There’s the Sleeping Giant, Lake Superior, an impressive lineup of NHL players, but it’s real claim to fame… a sugar coated, slightly messy, and very
The Centennial Botanical Conservatory is officially back, baby! Your tropical escape is sitting right on Dease Street, and yes, admission is still absolutely free. After being closed since February 2024 for major renovations, this city landmark quietly reopened earlier this year and it looks incredible. Everything got an upgrade from
If you walk into Goods & Co right now and think, “I smell pancakes?” you’re not imagining things. That dreamy, buttery, Sunday morning scent is
If winter had an official dish, we think it should be ramen. Steamy, savoury, soul warming ramen. So with that, we made it our mission
If you grew up in Thunder Bay, chances are you’ve been to the Canada Games Complex (more than once). Swimming lessons, birthday parties, P.A. Day
For forty years, people from across Northwestern Ontario have gathered in one place to laugh, celebrate, and feel the magic of live performance. The Thunder Bay Community Auditorium isn’t just a venue, it’s a community pillar— it’s where first concerts happened, where you graduated, the stage your kid’s dance recital
Parenting in Thunder Bay is equal parts magical and what day is it again? Between naps, snacks, and trying to remember if you already drank
It’s January…it’s cold, and there’s snowbanks taller than your car. Suddenly, everyone in Thunder Bay feels like it’s too cold to work out, the roads
The moment December arrives, everything shifts. Suddenly you’re knee deep in wrapping paper, humming ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ without even realizing it,
Christmas is somehow two weeks away (seriously, how??) and if you’re still scrambling to find the perfect gifts for the kids in your life, you can stop stressing. Forget the boring basics, this guide is packed full of gifs ideas that help kids discover new passions, unlock their imagination, and
If there’s one thing Thunder Bay does better than anywhere else, it’s the outdoors. We’re talking a city where people casually spend their weekends skiing,
TBay truth: When the nights get long and dark, it’s definitely time to get festive with holiday lights! Whether you’re sipping hot chocolate in a
Thunder Bay’s fashion scene is full of hidden gems, thanks to the small businesses who put so much heart (and impeccable taste) into what they
Holiday markets are such a win: You get to find all kinds of unique, well-crafted and beautiful items for everyone on your list (and maybe a few treats for yourself too), plus you support all the talented makers and entrepreneurs in our community. Add in the convenience of one-stop shopping
It’s 9 a.m. on a crisp Saturday morning in Thunder Bay! You make your way to the CLE grounds, swing open the doors, and boom—you’re
Thunder Bay, it’s officially cozy season! The Sleeping Giant is looking extra golden, flannel is basically a uniform, and every coffee shop in town smells
If your perfect fall day includes crisp air, golden leaves, flaky pastries, and comfort food that warms you from the inside out, you need to
If you’ve never spent a night at Thunder City Speedway, you’re seriously missing out on one of the most chaotic, nostalgic, and straight up fun experiences Thunder Bay has to offer. Engines roaring so loud you feel it in your chest, dirt flying into the air, fans of all ages
Thunder Bay is basically every hiker’s dream. Hidden right inside city limits are trails and lookouts that make you feel like you’ve slipped off the
There’s only one thing that can make sitting back and sipping a cold brew even better — doing it under the open sky on a
Whether you’re a parent or just love that green-space energy, that map you keep in your head definitely includes public parks and playgrounds. A chance
Thunder Bay’s Waverley Park isn’t just a green space in the middle of the city, it’s a true local gem with over 150 years of history, dubbed Ontario’s second oldest municipal park. And this summer, it’s about to become your favourite place to hang on a Monday night thanks to
Figuring out a city’s neighbourhoods is part of cracking the code of where you want to live, work, and hang out. In Thunder Bay, there’s
Hey batter batter! The stands are open and the ballpark is calling! There’s nothing more iconic than a baseball game in the summer— and the
If your summer bucket list includes live music by the big lake, waterfront sunsets, food truck eats, and good times with your favourite people, then
