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What’s Happening: July 23–29

This week in Thunder Bay is packed with summer entertainment—from outdoor musicals and baseball doubleheaders to street performers, storytime and blooming backyard tours. Here’s what’s happening in YOUR THUNDER BAY July 23–29:


Thursday–Sunday, July 24–27

Lies and Legends: The Musical Stories of Harry Chapin
Magnus Theatre Outdoor Stage | July 17 – August 2


Experience the music and storytelling of Harry Chapin under the open sky. Evening performances run Tuesday to Saturday at 7:30 PM, with matinees on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2:00 PM.
Pay What You Want performance: Sunday, July 27
Tickets: magnustheatre.com or call 807-345-5552


Thursday–Sunday, July 24–27

Thunder Bay Border Cats – Home Games
Port Arthur Stadium

Catch the Border Cats in action all weekend long:

  • Thursday, July 24 @ 5:05 PM – vs. Wilmar Stingers
  • Friday, July 25 @ 6:35 PM – vs. Wilmar Stingers
  • Saturday, July 26 @ 6:35 PM – vs. Eau Claire Express
  • Sunday, July 27 @ 1:35 PM – vs. Eau Claire Express

Enjoy summer baseball under the lights and in the sun with family and friends. Tickets and info: bordercatsbaseball.com


Saturday–Sunday, July 26–27

Bay & Algoma Buskers Festival
Bay & Algoma District

Experience this lively two-day street festival featuring:

  • Saturday, July 26 | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday, July 27 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Enjoy street performers, buskers, food vendors, crafters, and family-friendly entertainment in one of Thunder Bay’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.


Saturday, July 26

Story Time with Mz Molly & Friendz
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Mary J.L. Black Library (901 Edward St S)

Join the Thunder Bay Public Library for a fabulous afternoon of storytelling and creativity!
Enjoy Story Time with Mz Molly & Friendz, followed by Crafting with Queens & Kings.
Fun, inclusive, and perfect for families!


Sunday, July 27

Thunder Bay Art Gallery Garden Tour
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Various Locations

Explore stunning local gardens handpicked by Master Gardeners.

  • Tickets: $35 regular / $25 members
  •  Raffle tickets: $2 each (cash only)
  •  Free admission to the Thunder Bay Art Gallery with your tour ticket

Learn more and purchase tickets at theag.ca


From theatre under the stars to street performers and blooming gardens, YOUR Thunder Bay is full of summer magic this week. See you out there!

  • Candi Badanai is a proud Thunder Bay local, theatre enthusiast, and community cheerleader who is passionate about helping children thrive through the arts. She loves being a wife to Lawrence and mom to Emmy. You can often catch her trying out local drinks and eats — and maybe even jumping on stage for a little karaoke. Candi is all about making people smile and creating fun wherever she goes.

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