Saturday, Feb. 24
Ontario Winter Games:
The Ontario Winter Games run from Feb. 16 to 26 at sporting venues across Thunder Bay. As Ontario’s largest multi-sport events, the Games are a showcase of amateur sport in Ontario and provide top young athletes with development and competitive opportunities to prepare them for national and international competition.
Saturday's Ontario Winter Games events include Archery, curling, hockey, fencing, 5 pin bowling, artistic swimming, and biathalon. View the Ontario Winter Games website for a detailed schedule
Markets:
Get ready for an exciting morning at the Thunder Bay Country Market! You won't want to miss out on the incredible selection of local groceries, crafts, and gifts created by talented and hard-working individuals. Head on down to the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition on 425 Northern Ave. and explore the vibrant atmosphere of the market. The market is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Attention all shoppers! Get an exciting shopping experience at The Peddler's Pop-Up Market, now open every Saturday until Spring at Thunder Bay's largest retail Business Incubator, The Hub Bazaar! You won't want to miss out on the amazing variety of vendors and unique finds waiting for you at 507 Victoria Avenue East. Head down from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and indulge in the ultimate shopping adventure!
Children and Family events:
Join Lakehead researchers, departments and community partners for a FREE day of interactive experiments, demonstrations, an art exhibit and fun activities everyone will enjoy! Learn about the inspiring work Lakehead and partners are doing in the community and beyond. Presented by: Lakehead University and Lakehead University Student Union Visit lakeheadu.ca/ri for more details and additional R&I Week events.
Thunder Bay Science Festival presents: Science Carnival. This FREE one-day community event at Intercity Shopping Centre provides people of all ages with the opportunity to participate in engaging and fun science, innovation, art, technology, and Indigenous knowledge-based activities. Visit the exhibitors showcasing hands-on presentations, labs and attractions, highlighting the science going on in and around the Thunder Bay community. Also, enjoy spectacular live science shows and entertainment! 10 a.m. 3 p.m.
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