🎁 Jackpots, kindness + 12 Weekend Events

What a week in T-Bay. From a record breaking 50/50 early bird win and a Christmas Wish campaign packed with gifts for local kids, to elders filling the dance floor and kettles passing the halfway mark, the city has been showing up in a big way. Even our winter cyclists are out there proving that a little snow can’t slow Thunder Bay down.

And the good vibes keep rolling into the weekend. We have big concerts, cozy carol sings, holiday markets, family movie nights, and a couple of late night dance parties if you feel like dusting off your ugly sweater. Scroll down, pick your favorites, and build yourself a very T-Bay kind of weekend.

💙 Thunder Bay 50/50 Early Bird bonanza
On Dec 8, the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation's 50/50 lottery awarded a record $125,000 in early bird prizes as the December jackpot climbed past $4 million, showing how generous our community is this season.

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🎻 Elders’ dinner fills the dance floor
Elders from across the region gathered at Delta Hotels Thunder Bay for an AETS Elders Dinner and Square Dance, sharing stories, laughter, and an evening of lively fiddle music from Darren Lavallee and the Country Junction band.

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🎁 Christmas Wish campaign hits record
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care's Christmas Wish campaign collected a record 1,200 personalized wish bags this year, so even more Thunder Bay kids will wake up to gifts chosen just for them.

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🔔 Christmas kettles pass halfway mark
The Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle campaign in Thunder Bay has already raised $161,020, just over halfway to its $310,000 goal, with local businesses and volunteers teaming up to support families all year long.

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🚴‍♀️ Winter cycling keeps Thunder Bay rolling
A winter cycling feature shows how locals are riding all season long, from fat biking Trowbridge Forest to using over 56 km of multi-use trails with smart layers, lights, and studded tires.

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🎅 Army signalers connect St. Margaret students with Santa Claus
Kids at St. Margaret Elementary got to radio Santa directly, thanks to a special visit from members of the 38 Signal Regiment.

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🎁 Community fills 1,200 Christmas Wish bags for local kids
Families across T-Bay stepped up to pack 1,200 Christmas Wish bags with toys, warm clothes and goodies for local children and youth.

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🚌 New funding boosts accessible transit in northwestern Ontario
A new round of federal funding is helping add accessible transit options for Indigenous and rural residents in Thunder Bay and nearby communities.

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🎤 The Tenors – Joy to the World Tour
The Tenors bring their signature harmonies and holiday spirit back to Thunder Bay for a heart‑warming evening of Christmas classics and new favourites.
• Time: 7:30 pm
• Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, 1 Paul Shaffer Drive
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🎬 Movies at West Thunder – Arthur Christmas
Families can snuggle up for a festive screening of Arthur Christmas with crafts, colouring, a photo booth and a visit from Santa at the West Thunder Community Centre.
• Time: Doors open 5:00 pm, showtime 6:00 pm
• Location: West Thunder Community Centre, 915 Edward Street South
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🎸 The Foundry presents The Gin Tonics
The Gin Tonics bring classic rock and top‑40 hits with an acoustic twist to The Foundry’s holiday party; the show starts at 10 pm with a $5 cover.
• Time: 10:00 pm
• Location:  The Foundry, 242 Red River Rd
• Age: 19+ (ID required)
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🕺 Abbamania & Night Fever
Take a glittery trip back to the 1970s as Abbamania and Night Fever recreate the hits of ABBA and the Bee Gees at the Community Auditorium.
• Time: 7:30 pm
• Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, 1 Paul Shaffer Drive
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🕯️ Candlelight Christmas
The Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra fills Urban Abbey with an intimate program of seasonal favourites and delightful musical bonbons in a cozy, candlelit atmosphere.
• Time: 7:30 pm 
• Location: Urban Abbey, 308 Red River Road
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🛍️ Market at the Moose
Wrap up your holiday shopping with more than 60 local vendors, free photos with Santa and family‑friendly fun at Moose Hall.
• Time: 11:00 am
• Location: Moose Hall, 434 Fort William Road
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🎄 Canada Club Rotary Holiday Party
Rotary members and guests gather at Bight Restaurant for an evening of fellowship, fine dining and reflection on the year’s successes; tickets are $100 and seating is limited.
• Time: 6:00 pm
• Location:  Bight Restaurant, 2201 Sleeping Giant Parkway
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🎉 Ugly Sweater Dance Party at Norteños Cantina
DJ Big D spins Soca, Dancehall, Reggaeton, Hip Hop and Afrobeat for an ugly sweater dance party at Norteños Cantina, with doors at 10 pm.
• Time: 10:00 pm
• Location:  Norteños Cantina, 235 Red River Road
• Age: 19+ (ID required)
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🎶 Aysanabee – The Way We’re Born Tour
Oji‑Cree singer‑songwriter Aysanabee brings his JUNO‑winning voice and soulful indie‑folk songs to the Community Auditorium as part of his Way We’re Born tour.
• Time: 7:30 pm
• Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, 1 Paul Shaffer Drive
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🎵 A Magical Afternoon of Carol Singing – Dulcisono Choir
The Dulcisono Choir invites everyone to gather at St. Paul’s Anglican Church for joyful carols with guest performers and tickets supporting youth music programs.
• Time: 2:00 pm
• Location: St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 808 Ridgeway Street E
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🎄 Fort William Rotary Carol Sing
Lift your voice for a community carol sing in support of the Thunder Bay Christmas Cheer Fund hosted by Fort William Rotary at St. Paul’s Anglican Church.
• Time: 7:00 pm
• Location: St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 808 Ridgeway Street E
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🛒 Ontario’s Largest Indigenous Christmas Market
Featuring Indigenous artisans, food and performers, this two‑day market fills the CLE Coliseum and Heritage buildings at the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition grounds.
• Time: All day (Dec 13 – 14)
• Location: CLE Coliseum & Heritage Buildings, 425 Northern Avenue
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⚠️ Event Reminder
Event details may change. Dates, times, and venues are subject to updates or cancellations by the organizers. Always double check the official event page before attending.