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July 15/22/29 & August 5/12/19/26, 2026
Marina Park Festival Area, Thunder Bay
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Summer in Thunder Bay means Live on the Waterfront – the city’s premier outdoor concert series! Join us every Wednesday night at Marina Park for an evening of live music, great food, and community fun! This free, family-friendly event features:
Each week brings a new lineup of amazing artists, leading up to our Summer Send-Off on August 27!
Mark your calendar, grab your lawn chair, and experience the best of summer in Thunder Bay!
FREE ADMISSION – Everyone Welcome!
New This Year: Free Bike Valet!
Ride down to the waterfront and leave your bike with us worry-free!
Active Transportation's free and secure Bike Valet offers monitored bicycle parking so you can enjoy Live on the Waterfront without the hassle of locking up or finding a spot.
We encourage active transportation to all City run events. Walk, bike or bus to Live on the Waterfront with ease by using the following routes:
City Hall Bus Terminal to Marina Park.
City Hall Terminal to Marina Park - Google Maps
Water Street North Bus Terminal to Marina Park
Waterfront Terminal to Marina Park - Google Maps
Lakehead University to Marina Park
Lakehead University to Marina Park - Google Maps
Confederation College to Marina Park
Confederation College to Marina Park - Google Maps
County Fair Plaza to Marina Park
County Fair Mall to Marina Park - Google Maps
Intercity Shopping Centre to Marina Park
Intercity Shopping Centre to Marina Park - Google Maps
Boulevard Lake to Marina Park
Boulevard Lake to Marina Park - Google Maps
Fort William First Nation to Marina Park
Fort William First Nation, ON to Marina Park - Google Maps
Transit App
Transit App - City of Thunder Bay
Transit Maps and Schedule via the Website
Schedules and Maps - City of Thunder Bay
Visit Active Transportation for more information
Are you a musician, food or event vendor, artisan, or community group or organization looking to be part of Live on the Waterfront – Summer Send-Off or other amazing City of Thunder Bay events? We’re always on the lookout for great talent, delicious eats, and engaging activities to make our events even better! Visit our Get Involved page to learn more and apply today!
Big news, Thunder Bay! Live on the Waterfront has been named one of Ontario’s Top 100 Events by Festivals & Events Ontario! This recognition celebrates the incredible music, community vibes, and unforgettable experiences we bring to Marina Park every summer. Thank YOU for making this event a must-see!
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Contact Us
City Hall:
500 Donald Street E, P.O. Box 800
Thunder Bay, ON P7C 5K4
City Hall: (807) 625-2230
TTY: (807) 622-2225
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