Community Programming brings people together by fostering connection, creativity, and community pride.

From seasonal celebrations to pop-up activities, these programs are designed to be fun, inclusive, and responsive to the unique character of each neighbourhood.

In collaboration with local partners, Community Programming empowers residents to build stronger, safer, and more vibrant communities. 

Together, we’re creating a city of connected communities — one neighbourhood at a time.

Check out our offering of Community Programs below! 

Cast Your Vote - 2025 Movie Selection

Help Choose This Year’s Movies!

As part of our Community Programming, two outdoor movies will be screened this summer — and we want your input!

  • SummerFun Night at Vickers Park – August 14
  • Neighbour Night at Northwood Playfields – September 20

Vote now in our Movie Survey 2025 to help decide which two movies will light up the big screen!

Let your voice be heard — More details to come, so stay tuned for updates! 

SummerFun Night 2025

Join us at Vickers Park on August 14 for SummerFun Night 2025!

  • Pedal Forward – Drop by this free pop-up bike program to repair and ride away with an upcycled bicycle while learning basic bike maintenance in a friendly, hands-on environment.
  • Get creative with fun craft activities for all ages.
  • Settle in for a Movie in the Park as the sun goes down!

Stay tuned — more exciting details to come!

Neighbour Day - September 20, 2025
Neighbour Day is a wonderful way to bring neighbours together to build a strong and caring community. It allows our us to plan and host activities to celebrate our vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods. It also provides an opportunity for neighbours to form strong relationships and helps neighbourhoods become more welcoming, safe and inclusive places to live. 

Pedal Forward 
Pedal Forward is a pop-up bike program led by the City of Thunder Bay’s Culture & Events team, in partnership with Community Spokes and Active Transportation Thunder Bay.

This free, drop-in program invites community members to repair and ride away with an upcycled bicycle — all while learning basic bike maintenance skills in a welcoming, hands-on environment.

Pedal Forward promotes active transportation, sustainability, and social inclusion by improving access to bikes, encouraging sustainable mobility, and strengthening community connections.

Canada Day at the Waterfront

  • 27 bikes were given away to the community for free, along with hands-on repair training to empower new riders with basic maintenance skills.

Upcoming Programs 

  • August 14 – Vickers Park
  • September 20 – Neighbour Day at Northwood Kinsmen Centre 

Retirement Explorers 

Retirement Explorers is a free, drop-in program for retirees who love to learn, explore new ideas, deepen their knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and enjoy time with friends.

Culture Days - September 19 - October 12, 2025

Culture Days is an annual national celebration that has become one of the Country's largest participatory cultural events. Dates to be determined.

Winter FunDays 

Participate in Winter FunDays and enjoy some winter fun with a different free activity every Sunday from January through the end of March!

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