Friday August 1, 2025
ROTARY PICNIC SHELTER
5:30 PM Opening Ceremonies
with the Dignitaries, North Bay Pipes and Drums, Town Crier and free hotdogs!
(4,000 - Free! - 1st come, 1st serve sponsored by Caisse Alliance)
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Hot Summer Nights Concert Weekend (Kiwanis Bandshell)
📜 Dionne Quints Museum
10 AM - 4 PM Free Admission
OTHER LOCATIONS & ACTIVITIES
Taste of our City - evening
Celebrate the Centennial and enjoy a wonderful meal at one of our partner restaurants!
Gateway Brewery
Average Joe's
The Station
The Moose
The Match
The Block Public House
Saturday August 2, 2025
🎪LEE PARK
Time Activity
3-8 PM Artisans Village -
hosted by Artisans Way
10 AM - 6 PM Cruisers Car Show
11:30 AM & 2:30 PM Kid's Fire Fit
Challenge, North Bay Fire and
Emergency Services
Registration Required On-site.
10 AM - 6 PM Heritage Village
Artisan's Village, North Bay Fire &
Emergency Services, North Bay
Ambulance, Ontario Fur Harvesters,
Marten River Logging Museum,
West Ferris Reunion, PADDLE Program
EXPLORERS VILLAGE
(near the Museums)
🏛️ North Bay Museum
10 AM - 12 PM Free Admission
(thanks to RBC's donation to Museum)
North Bay 100 Exhibit
📜 Dionne Quints Museum
10 AM - 4 PM Free Admission
10 AM - 1 PM Heritage Gardeners
Meet the pollinators! - Crafts, games,
information about these important
garden insects!
10 AM - 2:30 PM Hands-on Workshops
10-11:30 AM History Detectives
12-2:30 PM Wool Carding
🎠🚂Carousel and Mini Train
10 AM - Dusk $1.00 rides
🏖️WATERFRONT
🏰 Sand Castle Building Contest
10 AM - 4 PM Golden Mile/Goulet Beach
Registration Required Onsite
10 AM - 6 PM Community Booths
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United Way
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Gathering Place
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Century 21 Blue Sky Region Realty Inc.
(stop by to pick up free tickets for Heritage Rail & Carousel courtesy of C21 - limited tickets available) -
Cobbs Bakery
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Dominos Pizza
1 PM - 2:30 PM 🚢 Chief Commanda Centennial Cruise
Manitou Islands Cruise (Tickets available online www.chiefcommanda.com or at the dock)
8:30 AM - 1 PM 🛒🌾Farmer's Market - Beside Museum
DOWNTOWN
11 AM - 3 PM 🏙️ 🗺️ Scavenger Hunt. Pick up your Clue Sheet at Junior World! North Bay Downtown & Waterfront
10 AM - 4 PM 🖼️ WKP Kennedy Gallery
Capitol Centre (150 Main St. East)
Taste of our City - evening
Celebrate the Centennial with a
wonderful meal at one of our partner
restaurants!
Gateway Brewery
Average Joe's
The Station
The Moose
The Match
The Block Public House
Sunday August 3, 2025
🎪 LEE PARK
Time Activity
10 AM - 6 PM Cruisers Car Show - cancelled
10 AM *New* North Bay Farmers Market (at (Lee Park!)
10 AM Heritage Village with:
MNR Marten River Logging Museum, West Ferris Reunion Committee, PADDLE Program, North Bay
Fire & Emergency Services (Auto Extraction Demo cancelled)
ROTARY PICNIC SHELTER
*** 1 PM Corn Shucking Contest ** New Time
5 PM - 7 PM Homecoming Corn Roast
(4,000 Cobs - Free! - 1st come 1st serve)
(Sponsored by North Bay Rotary)
EXPLORERS VILLAGE (near Museums)
Special Olympics - 2027 Special
Olympics Ontario Winter Games
Coming to North Bay - Volunteers
needed
🌳🎶 KIWANIS BANDSHELL
1 PM Choir Sing-along
"Morning has Broken"
2 PM - 4 PM Inter-Faith Celebration
4 PM Uke4ia Club
***8:30 PM Movie in the Park (CNB)
Moana 2
🏖️WATERFRONT
10 AM - 6 PM Community Booths
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Century 21 Blue Sky Region Realty Inc.
(stop by to pick up free tickets for
Heritage Rail & Carousel courtesy
of C21 - limited tickets available) -
Dominos Pizza
OTHER LOCATIONS & ACTIVITIES
🏛️ North Bay Museum
12 PM-4 PM Free Admission
2 PM Book Reading/Signing with
Yvonne Morin for the "Jay Saves the Bay"
📜 Dionne Quints Museums
10 AM-4 PM Free Admission
Taste of our City - evening
Celebrate the centennial with a
wonderful meal at one of our
partner restaurants!
Gateway Brewery
Average Joe's
The Station
The Moose
The Match
The Block Public House
BIG UPDATE to Festival Schedule & Activities
Note time changes... check back for updates as plans unfold! Last Update Aug 3)
Health Unit's summer heat safety guidance
Who’s Most at Risk:
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Infants, older adults, pregnant people
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Those working or exercising outdoors
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People with chronic conditions or limited access to cooling
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Individuals experiencing homelessness
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Key Tips to Stay Safe:
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Prepare: Wear light clothing, bring water and shade (umbrella, hat), and avoid caffeine and alcohol. Close blinds during the day to keep indoor spaces cooler.
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Sun Safety & Medication: Use sunscreen, and talk to your doctor about medications that may affect temperature regulation.
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Slow Down: Limit strenuous outdoor activity between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., take frequent breaks in the shade, and reduce intensity if wearing a mask.
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Cool Down: Visit air-conditioned spaces, public beaches, or splash pads. Take cool baths, sponge off, or mist with water and use fans (especially at night).
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Stay Connected: Regularly check in on vulnerable neighbours and family.
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Don’t Leave Pets or People in Cars: Even with windows cracked, temperatures rise dangerously in minutes.
Tips for bringing pets to public summer events
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Is This Right for Your Pet? – Not all animals enjoy crowds or noise. Know their limits.
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Hydration & Heat: – Bring water and a collapsible bowl. Avoid midday sun. Use cooling mats or damp towels to help prevent overheating.
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Paw Protection: – Hot pavement can burn paws. Use shaded areas or paw protection.
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Noise Sensitivity: – Fireworks and music can stress animals. Bring a safe carrier or leave early if needed.
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Safety: – Supervise pets at all times. Use a sturdy leash or carrier. Be mindful of food on the ground and unknown animals.
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ID and Essentials: – Make sure they have ID tags and a microchip. Bring waste bags, medications, and a recent photo just in case.
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Final Thought: Sometimes the kindest thing is to leave pets at home in a safe, cool environment.