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January closes out with a mix of movie nostalgia, hometown hockey, great food, glowing winter trails, and a community ride under the full moon. Here’s what’s happening this week around the city.
TBCA Movie Night – E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Date: Wednesday, January 28
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
Settle in for a classic movie night as the TBCA presents E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. This iconic film continues to delight audiences with its warmth, wonder, and timeless story of friendship.
Tickets available only at the TBCA Box Office:
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Screening Day (Jan 28): 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Thunderwolves Men’s Hockey – Lakehead vs Toronto Varsity Blues
Dates: Friday, January 30 & Saturday, January 31
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Fort William Gardens
Tickets: https://thunderwolves.ca/inside-athletics/season-tickets/
The Thunderwolves take on the University of Toronto Varsity Blues in a two-game home series. Expect high-energy OUA action and a loud, engaged home crowd as Lakehead defends the Gardens.
Pickerel Fish Dinner Takeout – Columbus Centre
Date: Friday, January 30
Pick-Up: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Columbus Centre, 301 S. May St.
Cost: $24
Pre-order deadline: Wednesday, January 29
A local favorite returns with a delicious takeout dinner including four pieces of breaded pickerel, home fries, and coleslaw. Pre-orders are required and can be placed by contacting the Columbus Centre directly.
Skate With The Giant – Evening Skate Trail
Date: Saturday, January 31
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
Daily Vehicle Permit: https://reservations.ontarioparks.ca/
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park lights up its 550‑metre skate trail for a special evening event. Enjoy illuminated pathways, warm fires, and a relaxing visit to the park’s Visitor Centre. This is a first-time evening skate experience at the Giant.
Full Moon Community Bike Ride
Date: Sunday, February 1
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Starting at Real Canadian Superstore (Carrick St, near A&W)
Join the second year of Thunder Bay’s Full Moon Bike Rides, supporting the importance of active transportation in the city. Bring your bike, lights, bells, and your winter riding gear. The ride is community-led, supported by EcoSuperior, and all participants are responsible for their own safety.
Host organization: Just Bike TBay.
From movie magic and community hockey pride to local takeout favourites, glowing skate trails, and a ride under the full moon, Thunder Bay is filled with winter activities this week. Bundle up, get out, and enjoy what the season has to offer.
See you out there.
