Thunder Bay is packed with celebration, competition, and community this week. Whether you’re reconnecting at Lakehead, cheering on the Thunderwolves, shopping local, spinning the Wheel for prizes, or running for a cause, here’s what’s happening day-by-day:
Thursday, October 2 – Saturday, October 4
Lakehead University Homecoming Weekend 2025
Location: Lakehead University
Website: alumni.lakeheadu.ca
Celebrate Lakehead’s 60th birthday with a weekend full of pride, memories, and community spirit. Whether you’re an alum, student, or Thunder Bay local, there’s something for everyone.
Highlights include:
- Good ol’ Fashioned Pub Night at The Outpost
- Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony
- Lakehead Celebrates Reception
- Alumni Blue & Gold Night at Thunderwolves Hockey
- And more!
Friday & Saturday, October 3–4
Lakehead Thunderwolves Hockey – Opening Weekend
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Fort William Gardens
Opponent: Guelph Gryphons
Tickets: Available online or at the Gardens box office
- Special 25th Anniversary jerseys
- Wall of Fame inductions
- Exciting new recruits hitting the ice
- Friday is Blue & Gold Night — let’s pack the Gardens and bring the noise!
Saturday, October 4
Market at the Moose
Celebrate the 25th Anniversary Season with:
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 434 Fort William Road
Hosted by: Jennie’s Events
Shop local at this vibrant indoor market featuring:
- 60 vendors
- Live music
- Food booths
- Free admission
Sunday, October 5
Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Royal Canadian Legion Track
Open to: Everyone — including children and walkers
Route Options:
- 5K run
- 1K walk/run
Support breast cancer research and survivorship.
Register or Learn More: CIBCRunForTheCure.ca
Tuesday, October 7
Wheel of Fortune Live!
Time: 7:30 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM)
Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
Tickets: tbca.com or in person Wednesdays from 12:30–5:30
Audience members will be randomly selected to:
- Spin the iconic Wheel
- Solve puzzles
- Win vacations and cash prizes up to $10,000
New this year: On-site auditions for a chance to appear on a future TV episode, hosted by Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White.
From campus pride and hockey cheers to game show thrills, community runs, and local markets, Thunder Bay is showing its full spectrum of spirit this week. Whether you’re celebrating, competing, contributing, or shopping, there’s no better time to be part of the action.
See you out there!
