Thursday, August 1st
Time: 2pm - 8pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Memorial Arena (85 King St.)
The first day of the 42nd Annual Sioux Lookout Chamber of Commerce Home, Craft, and Trade Show will be taking place on Thursday, Aug. 1st from 2pm-8pm at the Sioux Lookout Memorial Arena (85 King St.). This event is the longest running Trade Show in Northwestern Ontario and welcomes over 1500 people through the doors over two days. There will be 40+ exhibitors participating in this year’s show! Entry fee is $3.00 for adults (18+), $2.00 for Seniors and Youth (under 18), Children 4 and under get in for free!
Sioux Lookout Chamber of Commerce's
Home, Craft, & Trade Show
Friday, August 2nd
Blueberry Festival
Opening Ceremonies
Opening Ceremonies
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Town Beach
Come and join us for the Opening Ceremonies. Lets kick off the 42nd Blueberry Festival!
Presentation of Jack Mckenzie Award
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Town Beach
Come and join us for the Opening Ceremonies where the Jack McKenzie Award will be presented.
Shrine Club BBQ
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Town Beach
Come out to support the Sioux Lookout Shrine Club and enjoy your favorite Dogs, Burgers and fries at the Opening Ceremonies.
The Sioux Lookout Chamber Home, Trade, and Craft Show: Day 2
Date: Friday, Aug. 2
Time: 9am - 6pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Memorial Arena (85 King St.)
The Trade Show will take place at the Sioux Lookout Memorial Arena from 9am to 6pm. Entry fee is $3.00 for Adults and $2.00 for Seniors and Children. Contact the Chamber at (807) 737-1937 for more information.
KidSight Vision Screening
Date: Friday, Aug. 2
Time: 9am - 6pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Memorial Arena (85 King St.)
Come to the TRADE SHOW (9 am - 6 pm) and have your child's vision screened for FREE with the Lions KidSight Vision Screening program. Ages 6mos to 14 yrs. A special camera is used to take an image of your child’s eyes to detect eye problems in children. Contact Lisa at siouxlookoutlions@gmail.com for more information.
Blueberry Baseball Tournament: Day 1
Date: Friday, Aug. 2
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Ball Diamonds (Third & Atwood St.)
The Blueberry Baseball Tournament kicks off at the Sioux Lookout Ball Diamonds. Entry fee is $500 per team (7 males, 3 females) plus two hot dot balls. To be paid via EMT to jkabestrasavage@hotmail.com. The canteen will be open and there are prizes to be awarded to the winning teams. For more information, contact Jasmine Savage at (807) 407-9484 or Jade Savage at (807) 407-5384
Bannock Bake-Off
Date: Friday, Aug. 2
Time: After Opening Ceremonies
Location: Town Beach
The Bannock Bake-Off is back! SLFNHA is challenging K-Net and Windigo on delicious traditional Bannock recipes. Judges will evaluate based on flavour, texture, creativity, and team spirit! Competition will Friday, August 2nd after the Opening Ceremonies. Please stay tuned to SLFNHA social media for more information.
Steak Fry & Meat Raffle for Paws
Date: Friday, Aug. 2
Doors Open: 5:00pm
Location: Legion Branch 78 (86 Front St.)
Come out to the Legion Branch 78 for a steak BBQ and Meat Raffle! Doors open at 5pm. Proceeds of the Meat Raffle will go to Sioux Looks out for Paws. Contact Megan at (807) 727-3232 or rclb78@shaw.ca for more details.
Saturday, August 3rd
Bert's Birthday Party
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Town Beach
Come celebrate Bert’s 42nd Birthday at the ultimate blueberry birthday bash! Happening at Farlinger Park (Town Beach) from 10am-12pm. Join in on various games and activities offered by the SLMHC Diabetes Program, satisfy your sweet tooth with treats sold by the Sioux Lookout Lions Club, and grab some mouth-watering burgers, hotdogs, smokies, and fries from the famous Shrine Club BBQ. Sing along as we wish Bert a happy birthday before celebrating with cupcakes! This event is generously sponsored by Tbaytel.
All children must be accompanied a parent/guardian and cannot be left unattended during this event.
Featuring
Games by Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program
Join the Diabetes team at Blueberry Bert’s Birthday Party on Aug 3rd from 10am-12pm. We will be hosting fun for the entire family with backyard relay games! Come ready to challenge your friends, parents and siblings! For more info check out SLMHC’s Facebook page.
Sioux Lookout Lions Club Activities & Treats
The Sioux Lookout Lions Club will have a fun bouncy castle and their famous Dino ride for party-goers to enjoy, for just $1.00! Sweet treats including cotton candy and mini doughnuts will also be available for purchase. Funds raised through sales will go towards Canada Day Celebrations in 2025, as well as to local charities.
Shrine Club BBQ
Come out to support the Sioux Lookout Shrine Club and enjoy your favorite dogs, smokies, burgers and fries at Bert’s Birthday Party.
Blueberry Baseball Tournament: Day 2
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Times: 9am - 9pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Ball Diamonds (Outdoor Rec Complex)
The Blueberry Baseball Tournament continues on Saturday, Aug. 3rd from 9am-9pm at the Sioux Lookout Ball Diamonds. Entry fee is $500 per team (7 males, 3 females) plus two hot dot balls. To be paid via EMT to jkabestrasavage@hotmail.com. The canteen will be open and there are prizes to be awarded to the winning teams. For more information, contact Jasmine Savage at (807) 407-9484 or Jade Savage at (807) 407-5384.
Community Trunk Sale
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 8am - 12pm
Location: The Hub Collective parking lot (69 Front Street)
Contact: lainehelbling@gmail.com or migwinorz@gmail.com
It’s like a Garage Sale, but out of the trunk of your vehicle! Come down to the Hub Collective parking lot and hunt for some treasure! There are 30 spots available for sellers. Please email lainehelbling@gmail.com or migwinorz@gmail.com to register a space, and for set up details.
Women's Blueberry Golf Tournament
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: Starts at 8am
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club (87 Third Ave.)
Contact: (807) 737-1800
Flighted Single Day 18-hole Golf tournament at the Sioux Lookout Golf & Curling Club. $100.00 registration fee. Dinner is provided & there is a free practice round Friday night. Please call (807)737-1800 to register.
Blueberry Balloon Shoot
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: 900 Alcona Drive
Come out to the Sioux Lookout Handgun and Rifle Club from 10am-2pm to enjoy a 1:1 shooting introduction with an instructor. This event is for ages 7+. No experience or equipment required.
Blueberry Beach Volleyball Coed 4s
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: Starts at 9am
Location: Forest Inn Beach Volleyball Court (11 May St.)
The annual Coed 4s Blueberry Beach Volleyball Tournament returns for 2024. Hosted at the Forest Inn Beach Volleyball Court. $80/team. Played 4 vs 4, with at least one male player and one female player on the court at all times. Contact anthony.roberts@live.ca to register.
Moosehorn Lodge Walleye Burger Lunch
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Moosehorn Lodge Beach (109 Moosehorn Rd.)
Come to the beach at Moosehorn Lodge by boat or by car and enjoy a gourmet walleye burger with Moosehorn's own breading. $10 for burger, fries, a drink and dessert. Available while quantities last.
Sioux Area Seniors Activity Centre Cribbage Tournament
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 12:45pm - 4:30pm
Location: Sioux Area Senior's Activity Centre (66D Front St.)
Players must register by 12:45pm on game day (Aug. 3rd). Capacity (tables and chairs) allows for 24 entries. Pre-payment of the $25.00 entry fee is required before July 25, 2024. Player’s names and phone numbers, and the $25.00 entry fee should be put into a sealed envelope and brought to the Senior’s SASAC building, Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, between the hours of 9am-11:30am. Active/paid up senior members with SASAC will have priority until July 15, 2024. Remaining spaces will be open to the public, thereafter. Contact Nelson (807-738-1458 | nelsongustin001@gmail.com) for more information.
2SLGBTQIA+ Pride Parade
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Location: Starts at Municipal Offices (25 Fifth Ave.) | Ends at Town Beach
Show off your support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and join the Sioux Lookout Pride Parade through downtown. Starts at the Municipal Offices at 1:00pm and ends in a family friendly festival & BBQ at the Town Beach. All are welcome!
RESCHEDULED ON AUGUST 6TH
8-Ball Pool Tournament
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: Registration opens at 4:30pm | Play starts at 5pm
Location: Legion Branch 78 (86 Front St.)
Come down to the Sioux Lookout Legion’s 8-Ball Pool Tournament. $20.00/player, maximum 20 players. Sign-in by 4:30pm, as play starts at 5pm. Double Elimination, 70% cash payout. Ball-in-Hand rules will be played. Contact Megan at (807) 737-3232 for more details.
2024 Firefighters Social
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 9:00pm - 1:00am
Location: Sioux Lookout Memorial Arena (85 King St.)
Come out for a great night of music and dancing and support your local Fire Department. DJ services provided by Thunder and Light Entertainment. Doors open at the Sioux Lookout Arena at 9pm. Tickets are $10.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door. Advance tickets will be sold by local firefighters.
Sioux Lookout Shrine Club BBQ
Date: Saturday, Aug. 3
Time: 9:30pm - 1am
Location: Sioux Lookout Rec Centre (85 King Street)
The Sioux Lookout Shrine Club has partnered up with the Sioux Lookout Fire Dept to make sure you can enjoy your favorite Shrine fries and burgers while you are out supporting the amazing men and women of the Sioux Lookout Fire Dept.
Sunday, August 4th
Blueberry Baseball Tournament: Day 3
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Times: 9am - 6pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Ball Diamonds (Third & Atwood St.)
The Blueberry Baseball Tournament wraps up at the Sioux Lookout Ball Diamonds. Entry fee is $500 per team (7 males, 3 females) plus two hot dot balls. To be paid via EMT to jkabestrasavage@hotmail.com. The canteen will be open and there are prizes to be awarded to the winning teams. For more information, contact Jasmine Savage at (807) 407-9484 or Jade Savage at (807) 407-5384.
Sioux Lottery Blueberry Bocce Tournament
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: Starts at 8:00am
Location: Outdoor Recreation Complex Bocce Area (Third & Atwood St.)
Participant Fee: $100.00/per team
Come out for a fun day of bocce with friends and family at the Outdoor Recreation Complex. Spectators welcome! BBQ provided by the Sioux Lookout Skating Club. Cost is $100 per team. Registration forms available at Sioux Lottery.
Sioux Lookout Skating Club BBQ Fundraiser
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Outdoor Recreation Complex Bocce Area (Third Ave. & Atwood St.)
Come and grab a bite to eat while watching the bocce tournament (or baseball). Open to the public! Sioux Lookout Skating Club will be hosting a BBQ fundraiser at the Bocce Courts. Hotdogs, hamburgers, freezies, and drinks available for purchase.
Jr. Blueberry Golf Tournament
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: Starting at 9am
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club (87 Third Ave.)
Join in this fun event for ages 5-18, happening at the Sioux Lookout Golf & Curling Club. Participants should be at the course at 9am. Lunch will be provided. Registration fee is $50.00 per person. Please call (807) 737-1800 to register.
Friends of Cedar Bay Summer Fun Day (Pony Rides)
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Cedar Bay Stables (111 West Point Cove Rd.)
Come and join us at the Cedar Bay stables to participate in the summer fun! Pony rides ($5/ride), crafts and activities will be available for families! See you there! Please note that this event is weather dependent, all updates will be posted on our Facebook page.
TRC Rocks to Action
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: 12pm - 3pm
Location: Lost Lake Drop-in Centre (21 Second St., Hudson)
Come out to the Lost Lake Drop-in Centre and paint your designs that show your support on delivering the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. There will be a BBQ with proceeds going to the Lost Lake Drop-in Centre. This event is sponsored by the Municipal Truth and Reconciliation Committee.
Sioux Mountain Music Festival
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: 2pm - 10:30pm
Location: Farlinger Park (Town Beach)
The 2024 Sioux Mountain Music Festival will be held at Farlinger Park (Town Beach) on Sunday August 4, between the hours of 2pm-10:30pm. Come out and enjoy local talent as well as out-of-town talent. See you there!
Blueberry 3x3 Basketball
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: 4:00pm
Location: Seven Generations Education Institute (15 Fair St.)
Blueberry 3x3 Basketball will be taking place at the Seven Generations Education Institute (Old QE High School). Registration and warm up starts at 4:00pm. Fee is $10 per player, players must be ages 14+. All funds are being donated to the First Step Women's Shelter. For more information, visit the Sioux Lookout Men's Basketball Facebook Group.
Lions Club Fireworks
Date: Sunday, Aug. 4
Time: Dusk
Location: Farlinger Park (Town Beach)
Experience an amazing firework show put on by the Sioux Lookout Lions Club and the Sioux Lookout Fire Department. This event will coincide with the Sioux Mountain Music Festival.
Monday, August 5th
Rotary Pancake Breakfast
Date: Monday, Aug. 5
Time: 7am - 11am
Location: Upper Legion Hall (86 Front St.)
The Annual Rotary Blueberry Pancake Breakfast has become a "homecoming" of sorts for people who are home to visit and a favourite of locals. Pancakes filled with blueberries, maple syrup, sausage, and orange juice, tea and coffee. Come out, meet your friends and neighbours and celebrate the Blueberry Festival and the Civic Holiday.
Mixed Blueberry Golf Tournament
Time: Date: Monday, Aug. 5
Time: Starting at 10am
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club (87 Third Ave.)
This is a 4-person scramble at the Sioux Lookout Golf & Curling Club. Must have two men and two women on a team. 9 holes. Registration fee of $200.00 per team. Minimum handicap of 60, only one member with a handicap under 10. To register, please call (807) 737-1800.
Singles Cribbage Tournament
Date: Monday, Aug. 5
Time: 1:00pm
Location: Downstairs at the Legion Branch 78 (86 Front St.)
Come out to the Legion (downstairs) for a Singles Cribbage Tournament. $25.00 entry fee. Eight games will be played, and prizes awarded the Top 6. Sponsored by Bucky’s Blend.
Pinewood Derby Grand Prix Car Build/Pick-up Day
Date: Monday, Aug. 5
Time: 1pm-5pm
Location: Calvary Baptist Church (34 Prince St.)
Come and pick up your Pinewood Derby car kit at Calvary Baptist Church. Take it home to build and customize yourself. Price ($5.00) covers the kit with wood block, axels, and wheels. Bring your completed cars on Thursday, Aug. 8th for race day!
Blueberry Messy Church
Date: Monday, Aug. 5
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: St. Andrews United Church (21 Sixth Ave.)
Dress for a mess! Join us at St. Andrews United Church for some fun messy (and non-messy) play. Activities include painting, oobleck, shaving cream pool, mud pool, plus more.
Blueberry Beach Volleyball: King of the Court
Date: Monday, Aug. 5
Time: Afternoon
Location: Forest Inn Beach Volleyball Court (11 May St.)
New for 2024 is the Blueberry Beach Volleyball King of the Court Event. Hosted at the Forest Inn Beach Volleyball Court. $20/team. Played 2 vs 2, this is an open tournament (i.e. men’s, women’s and coed teams are welcome). Contact Anthony.roberts@live.ca to register.
Tuesday, August 6th
SkyCare's Happy Hangar
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: SkyCare Hangar (17 Airport Rd)
Come join us for some pedal-plane races and other fun activities in SkyCare’s Happy Hangar! Step inside and tour a medevac aircraft, make stylish paper airplanes and hit the target, and go ‘fishing’ for prizes. Family fun and snacks abound…we’ll see you on the track!
Grocery Store Tour
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Fresh Market Foods (79 Queen St.) & Giant Tiger (12 Fifth Ave.)
Join Sheila, local Dietitian for a grocery store tour starting at 10am at Fresh Market and 11am at Giant Tiger. We will be shopping the sales, meal planning, sharing some nutritional insights. Everyone welcome. Contact Sheila Byrne at sheilabyrne466@gmail.com or through Facebook at Sheila Byrne Dietetics.
Bouncy Castles & BBQ
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 11am - 3pm
Location: Niyanan Nengo Saaga’iiganiiwinwag Kabayshewekamik, Hostel 2 (3 Sturgeon River Rd.)
Fun for the family! Bouncy castles, BBQ, facepainting, and more. Come on out to Niyanan Nengo Saaga’iiganiiwinwag Kabayshewekamik (Hostel 2) for this exciting event! If you have any questions, contact Ashley at ashley.cameron@slfnha.com
Confederation College, Contact North, & NEW Open House
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Location: Confederation College Sioux Lookout Campus (86B Third Ave.)
Confederation College, Contact North, and NEW (Northwest Employment Works) would like to invite you to our joint Open House at the Confederation Campus. We will be celebrating the annual Blueberry Festival and sharing some exciting VR/XR demonstrations and information about all our services. It will be your one stop for all your education and training needs. Door prizes, free draws, and snacks available!
Shiro Abhyanga Ayurvedic Head Massage
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 5pm - 10pm
Location: Senior's Centre (66D Front St.)
Participant Fee: $40 per person (30 minute session)
Experience an Indian Ayurvedic style “Shiro Abhyanga” head massage and learn more about Indian culture! Taking place at the Seniors Centre. $40 per person (30-minute session), donations accepted. For more information, contact Komal Vijay Shah at (807) 358-4472. Bring your own towel for relaxation. Females only.
SLMHC Health & Wellness Trivia Night
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Location: Upper Legion Hall (86 Front St.)
Participant Fee: $100 per team - REGISTRATION CLOSED
Come out for the Annual Blueberry Trivia put on by the SLMHC Health and Wellness Committee! $100 Per Team, up to 6 team members per team. Prizes to be won! All funds raised at this event will be donated to the Sioux Lookout Foundation. Contact Rosemary at rsmith@slmhc.on.ca to register.
Broken Glass Art - REGISTRATION FULL
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Public Library (21 Fifth Ave.)
Participant Fee: $25 per person
Contact: (807) 737-3660
Learn the art of broken glass with Judie at the Sioux Lookout Public Library. Pre-register and pay in-person at the library. $25 per person, limited space available.
8-Ball Pool Tournament
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 6th
Time: Registration opens at 4:30pm | Play starts at 5pm
Location: Legion Branch 78 (86 Front St.)
Come down to the Sioux Lookout Legion’s 8-Ball Pool Tournament. $20.00/player, maximum 20 players. Sign-in by 4:30pm, as play starts at 5pm. Double Elimination, 70% cash payout. Ball-in-Hand rules will be played. Contact Megan at (807) 737-3232 for more details.
Wednesday, August 7th
Largest Blueberry (by weight): Day 1
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Location: Rx Drug Mart (14 Fourth Ave)
Time: 10am - 5pm
Go out and pick some blueberries! Bring your largest in to get weight at the Rx Drug Mart Pharmacy. At the end of the two-day event, the person who picked the largest blueberry will win a $100 Visa gift card!
Standard Blueberry Cookie Decorating
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 10am - 11am
Location: Standard Insurance Parking Lot (34 Front Street)
Blueberry Cookie Decorating for Kids at The Standard Insurance parking lot. This is a Free event with limited space.
NGFC Walk About Scavenger Hunt
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Town Beach (Farlinger Park)
A list of items will be provided to find on your walk, starting at the Town Beach (Farlinger Park). There will be a small walkable area for little ones. Caregivers, please preregister before Friday, July 26th via email to afsp@ngfc.net to insure there are enough prizes for all participants.
SLAAMB's Craft & Bake Sale
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: SLAAMB (80 Front St.)
Come out to SLAAMB's Blueberry Craft and Bake Sale! If you are interested in having a table, please contact Reception at (807) 737-4047. Tables are $10.00 each.
Wasaya Airways BBQ & Plane Throw Contest
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Wasaya Airways Cargo Hangar (21 Airport Rd.)
Join us at the Wasaya Airways Cargo Hangar for lunch, games and prizes! Enjoy a freshly grilled hot dog or hamburger and then try your luck in creating and throwing a wooden or paper airplane. Every child wins a prize, and all participants are entered into winning grand prizes including return air fare tickets anywhere Wasaya flies!
Sioux Lookout Home Hardware Customer Appreciation BBQ & Sale
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Home Hardware Building Centre (40 Alcona Dr.)
Join us at Sioux Lookout Home Hardware for a Customer Appreciation BBQ and Sale. Please bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Sioux Lookout Food Bank. The customer appreciation sale will run until Saturday August 10th. Happy Blueberry Festival and thank you for choosing to shop local!
Moose Hide Softening - CANCELLED
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 11am - 4pm
Location: Travel Information Centre (11 First Ave. S)
Try your hands and arms at softening a moose hide! Hide tanning is a long, physically demanding process with many steps. Come out and help in the softening stage. Bring your lunch, refreshments, and a folding chair to the Travel Information Centre. This event won't happen if it is raining. Participants will be required to sign a waiver.
Show & Tell
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Public Library (21 Fifth Ave.)
Drop in at the Sioux Lookout Public Library for an afternoon of Show & Tell! Community members will be bringing in their "treasures" to show and tell us about. All ages welcome.
Blueberry Bubble Bash
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: New Life Assembly (28 First Ave.)
Join us for some FREE kid’s events (geared for ages 4-11). Come out to 1, 2 or all 3 events: INDOOR CRAFTS starting at 2:30 pm, OUTDOOR GAMES starting at 3:30pm, & KIDS BUBBLE FOAM PARTY at 4:30pm-5:30pm. Free BBQ starting at 5:00pm. Kids are suggested to wear a bathing suit under their clothes & a bring a towel. **Parent supervision required**
For more information and any weather updates please visit -> thenewlife.ca/blueberry-festival
Food Drive
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 2:30pm - 6pm
Location: New Life Assembly (28 First Ave)
The Sioux Lookout Food Bank will be receiving food and cash donations at New Life Assembly. Suggested donations include rice, pasta, pasta sauce, canned vegetables & fruit, applesauce, fruit cups, granola bars, jam, cereal, Kraft Dinner, and Hamburger Helper. All donations will go to people in our community who are experiencing food insecurity. Thank you for your support!
NGFC Epic Blueberry Car Scavenger Hunt - LOCATION CHANGE
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: CHANGED to Friendship Centre (52 King St.)
Your 2-person team will drive around Sioux Lookout collecting items, taking pictures and having a blast! Please pre-register via email to afsp.ngfc.net before Friday, July 26th. Your Team will need a name, costumes and car decorating are welcome (prizes for all categorize!). Start time will be at 4:30pm sharp. An envelope with the hunt instruction will be given upon your arrival but cannot be open until 4:30pm. Every minute after 6:30pm is a point taken off. Grand Prizes for winning Team (most points).
Blueberry Beach Volleyball: King/Queen of the Beach
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: Evening
Location: Forest Inn Beach Volleyball Courts (11 May St.)
New for 2024 is the Blueberry Beach Volleyball King/Queen of the Beach Event. Hosted at the Forest Inn Beach Volleyball Court. $20/player. Played 2 vs 2, this is an open adult tournament where players sign up as individuals. Contact Anthony.roberts@live.ca to register.
Blueberry Bingo
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7
Time: Doors open at 5:30pm, Early Bird Rounds starts at 6:30pm
Location: Upper Legion Hall (86 Front St.)
Come out to the Upper Legion Hall for a fun evening of games, prizes, and food available for purchase. Entry books are $20.00. Early bird games commence at 6:30pm with regular games starting at 7pm. For more information, email legionladiesauxiliary@gmail.com.
Thursday, August 8th
Largest Blueberry (by weight): Day 2
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Location: Rx Drug Mart (14 Fourth Ave)
Times: 10am - 5pm
Go out and pick some blueberries! Bring your largest in to get weight at the Rx Drug Mart Pharmacy (14 Fourth Ave.) At the end of this two-day event, the person who picked the largest blueberry will win a $100 Visa gift card!
Core Creations: Rock Painting - INSIDE TRAVEL INFO CENTRE
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Travel Information Centre Park (11 First Ave. S)
Join NexGold at the Blueberry Festival in Sioux Lookout! Our rock painting booth welcomes young artists to unleash creativity. Supplies provided for endless fun!
Vendor Market at Fresh Market Foods
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Fresh Market Foods' Parking Lot (79 Queen St.)
Please join us at Fresh Market Foods for a Vendor’s Market, showcasing our vendors. Come try some samples, play some games, and support the Sioux Lookout Food Bank.
Sioux Lookout Food Bank Fundraiser BBQ
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Fresh Market Foods' Parking Lot (79 Queen St.)
The Sioux Lookout Food Bank will be selling smokies, hamburgers and cold drinks at Fresh Market Foods’ parking lot. The food and drinks have been generously donated by Fresh Market Foods, so all proceeds go directly to the food bank.
5 Mile Corner Customer Appreciation BBQ
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: 5 Mile Corner (1284 Hwy 72)
Please join us in celebrating you, our customers. Come out to the corner and enjoy a free cold drink with a hotdog or smokie.
Slate Falls Air Floatplane Rides: Day 1
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Slate Falls Air (29 Wellington St.)
Cost: $20 per seat
Our famous floatplane rides look a bit different this year! To keep wait times down, we're offering our Blueberry Festival favourite floatplane rides over several days. $20/seat for an unforgettable floatplane experience! Find our event page on Facebook (Slate Falls Air) for more info!
Street Art at the Skate Park - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: Outdoor Rec Complex Skate Park (near the Baseball Diamonds)
Join the Recreation and Culture Department for some fun street art activity at the Skate Park. Come and get creative and turn the Skate Park it into a work of art. Chalk supplies will be provided. All ages welcome.
Pinewood Derby Grand Prix Car Race Day
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 2pm
Location: Calvary Baptist Church (34 Prince St.)
Bring your Pinewood Derby cars to Calvary Baptist Church to race down the track or win the design competition. Any previous derby cars (not bought this year) may be entered into the vintage race.
Taco in a Bag – Sioux Lookout Skating Club Fundraiser
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 4:30pm - 7pm
Location: Ball Diamonds Pavilion
Come and support our local skating club and enjoy taco in a bag for dinner at the Ball Diamonds. $8.00 a bag or make it a meal for a total of $10.00 per meal (meal includes taco bag, drink, and cookies).
Annual Rubber Duck Race - Sioux Lookout Skating Club Fundraiser
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 7pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf Course (87 Third Ave.)
Come to the Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club to take part in this annual fun, family friendly event! Buy your ducks ($10 each) from a skater at the Ball Diamonds at 4:30pm and cheer your duck on when the race starts at 7pm! Cash Prizes!
SLAH Open Range Archery Night - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Anglers and Hunters Clubhouse (13km North on Hwy 516)
Join the Sioux Lookout Anglers and Hunters at the clubhouse for a family-friendly evening at the archery range. Try your hand at archery and learn more about our club and this year’s club events. Join us at the clubhouse on highway 516, just follow the signs. For more information contact Andrea at 807-372-3721.
Outdoor Blueberry Yoga - LOCATION CHANGED INDOORS
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: By the lake at Clark's Bait & Tackle (438 Hwy 27)
Rain Location: St. Mary's Church (103 King St.)
Surrounded by nature, this FREE beginner yoga will help develop balance, strength, and flexibility. We will combine yoga postures and breathing to strengthen the body, calm the mind and reduce stress.
Sioux Lookout Bombers Wine Tasting & Game Night
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Time: 7pm - 10pm
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf & Curling Club (87 Third Ave.)
Come out to the Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club for a fun night of Wine Tasting and games to support your Sioux Lookout Bombers Jr. A Hockey Club. Tickets are $50.00 and are available at Catspaw Printing (807-788-5374) or from Christine Hoey (807-738-3600). Only 75 tickets will be sold!
Two For the Show Live Music
Date: Thursday, Aug. 8th
Doors Open: 7:30pm
Show Starts at: 8:00pm
Location: Legion Branch 78 (86 Front St.)
Come out and enjoy the performance of Roots singer/songwriter John Wort Hannam featuring Ryland Moranz! Tickets: $20 advance, available at the Legion, or $25 at the door. Contact Megan at (807) 737-3232 or rclb78@shaw.ca for details.
Friday, August 9th
Northwest Farmers' Market - NEW LOCATION
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Royal Canadian Legion Br. 78 (86 Front St.)
Visit the Legion between 10am - 2pm to shop vendors selling fruit, veggies, meats, handicrafts, and other treats! For more information contact the Chamber at (807) 737-1937
3rd Annual Dingwall Motors Customer Appreciation BBQ
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Dingwall Motors (35 King St.)
Stop by Dingwall Motors and join us for a free hamburger, smokie or hotdog, with fries and a drink. We look forward to serving our customers new and old!
Free Lunch & Youth Activities – Hosted by Tikinagan & the Nishnawbe-Gamik Friendship Centre
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: 52 King St. (by the Friendship Centre)
Enjoy free food for all ages, as well as bouncy castles, games, and more. Hosted by the Friendship Centre and Tikinagan.
Sioux Lookout Bombers: Drop Zone Golf Challenge - POSTPONED TODAY
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 3pm - 8pm
Location: Town Beach Boat Slips (not the main dock)
Come down to the boat slips at the Town Beach between 3pm - 8pm to test your golfing accuracy and support your Sioux Lookout Bombers. Challengers will compete to see who can achieve the highest score while trying to "hit" 3 floating targets in Pelican Lake. Best score will win a prize that includes a Season ticket and more.
Steak Fry, Meat Raffle & Silent Auction
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Doors Open: 5:00pm
Location: Legion Branch 78 (86 Front St.)
Come out to the Legion Branch 78 for a Steak BBQ, Meat Raffle, and Silent Auction! Proceeds of the Meat Raffle go to the Sioux Lookout Food Bank. Contact Megan at (807) 737-3232 or rclb78@shaw.ca for more details.
Slate Falls Air Floatplane Rides: Day 2 - CANCELLED
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Slate Falls Air (29 Wellington St.)
Cost: $20 per seat
Our famous floatplane rides look a bit different this year! To keep wait times down, we're offering our Blueberry Festival favourite floatplane rides over several days. $20/seat for an unforgettable floatplane experience! Find our event page on Facebook (Slate Falls Air) for more info!
Food Drive
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 6pm - 7pm
Location: New Life Assembly (28 First Ave.)
The Sioux Lookout Food Bank will be receiving non-perishable food donations inside New Life Assembly. Suggested donations include rice, canned meat, canned beans, applesauce, fruit cups, granola bars, jam, cereal, Kraft Dinner, Mr. Noodles and Hamburger Helper. All donations will be provided to people in our community who are experiencing food insecurity. Thank you for your support!
The Price is Right: Family Edition
Date: Friday, Aug. 9
Time: 6:30pm
Location: New Life Assembly (28 First Ave.)
Come and get a chance to play some fun pricing games at New Life Assembly. Prizes available. Free to attend. For more information, please visit www.thenewlife.ca/blueberry-festival
Saturday, August 10th
Men's Blueberry Golf Tournament - Day 1
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: Starting at 8am
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club (87 Third Ave.)
This is an 18-hole 2-day event starting at the Sioux Lookout Golf & Curling Club. $200.00 per person. Dinner included on Saturday night. Event is flighted. Please register by Tuesday, August 6th by calling (807)737-1800. Must include handicap.
Sioux Lookout Renaissance Faire
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 10am - 6pm
Location: Town Beach
Step back in time at Sioux Lookout’s first Renaissance Fair. Join us for a day filled with Medieval music, artisan crafts, thrilling performances, and delicious food. Dress in your finest Renaissance attire or other LARP and Cosplay attire and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of a bygone era. For more information contact Michelle or Gabby at siouxlookoutrenaissancefair@gmail.com
Sioux Lookout Bombers: Drop Zone Golf Challenge
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Town Beach Boat Slips (not the main dock)
Come down to the boat slips at the Town Beach between 10am - 12pm to test your golfing accuracy and support your Sioux Lookout Bombers. Challengers will compete to see who can achieve the highest score while trying to "hit" 3 floating targets in Pelican Lake. Best score will win a prize that includes a Season ticket and more.
BBQ Open House & Rescue Walk
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 11am - 3pm
Location: Sioux Looks Out for Paws Shelter (151 Queen St.)
Join us in celebrating our local shelter and volunteer-based animal rescue on Saturday, Aug. 10th from 11am-3pm. Support by participating in the walk, or just tour the shelter, meet our adoptable animals, and enjoy some barbequed goodies. We’ll have great prizes and giveaways. For sponsor forms, please contact event coordinators at (807) 737-9598.
Slate Falls Air Balloon Drop
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 2pm
Location: Weather Dependent (Watch event page on Facebook)
Come out for our annual balloon drop! Prizes for all ages on numbered balloons dropped from our floatplane. Second Sandy or MNR Beach, depending on the weather conditions. A great time at the beach with music, airplanes, prizes, and BBQ food from the Sioux Lookout Shrine Club. Find our event page on Facebook (Slate Falls Air) for more info!
Sioux Lookout Shrine Club BBQ
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 2pm
Location: Slate Falls Air Balloon Drop (Watch Slate Falls Air's page on Facebook)
The Sioux Lookout Shrine Club will be serving up your favorite dogs, smokies, burgers and fries at the Slate Falls Air Balloon Drop!
Blueberry Cheesecake Take-Out
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Sioux Area Seniors Activity Centre (66D Front St.)
Yummy Blueberry Cheesecake will be available for take out at the Sioux Area Seniors Activity Centre. Cost is $5.00 per piece. Event is co-hosted by The Legion Ladies and the Sioux Area Seniors Activity Centre.
Rainbow Social
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 8pm -12am
Location: Upper Legion Hall (86 Front St.)
Join Queers in Sioux Lookout (QuISL) for a Rainbow Social at the Legion! Celebrate Pride in Sioux Lookout with music, dancing, and snacks. Free entry, donations (cash) will be accepted.
Blueberry Drag Show - CANCELLED
Date: Saturday, Aug. 10
Time: 8pm -12am
Location: Upper Legion Hall (86 Front St.)
Experience the inaugural Blueberry Drag Show hosted by the fabulous Bebe Lala, featuring Ozzii Versace and others. Join us for an unforgettable night of glamour, music, and extravagant performances. Stick around for a dance afterwards. For ages 19+ only.
Sunday, August 11th
Men's Blueberry Golf Tournament: Day 2
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: Starts at 8am
Location: Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club (87 Third Ave.)
This is an 18-hole 2-day event at the Sioux Lookout Golf & Curling Club. $200.00 per person. Dinner included on Saturday night. Event is flighted. Please register by Tuesday, August 6th by calling (807) 737-1800. Must include handicap.
Catch the Friends of Cedar Bay Unicorn
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 10am - 11am
Location: Various locations around Sioux Lookout
Our unicorn escaped the stables once again! Try to take a picture of the unicorn running around town. Post your picture on our Friends of Cedar Bay Facebook Unicorn post or submit to myriam.bernier@gmail.com to enter a draw for prizes. Can't find the unicorn, watch our Facebook page for hints!
Car, Truck, and Bike Show & Shine
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: Registration at 10am | Open to the Public at 11am - 2pm
Location: Travel Information Centre (11 First Ave. S)
Car, truck, and motorcycle Show & Shine! Happening at the Travel Information Centre. For more information, contact Randy (807-737-6684) or Ken (807-737-1991).
Sioux Lookout Shrine Club BBQ
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Travel Information Centre (11 First Ave. S)
The Sioux Lookout Shrine Club will be serving up your favorite dogs, smokies, burgers and fries at the Show and Shine Car Show. Happening at the Travel Information Centre.
Cedar Bay Adventure Course
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 10am
Location: Cedar Bay Outdoor Recreation Complex (111 West Point Cove Rd)
RUN - PADDLE - RIDE - Come out to Cedar Bay! Teams must have at least one adult and one youth (14 and under), max 4 people. Hosted by Friends of Cedar Bay & the Cedar Bay Trail Co. Entry by donation. Starts in the Cedar Bay Complex parking lot, with staggered starts. Bring a bike/helmet if you have one!
Slate Falls Air Floatplane Rides: Day 3
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Slate Falls Air (29 Wellington St.)
Cost: $20 per seat
Our famous floatplane rides look a bit different this year! To keep wait times down, we're offering our Blueberry Festival favourite floatplane rides over several days. $20/seat for an unforgettable floatplane experience! Find our event page on Facebook (Slate Falls Air) for more info!
Craft in Public Day
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: Lost Lake Drop-in Centre (21 Second St., Hudson)
Bring your chair, your projects, and your sunscreen. We’ll gather together at the Lost Lake Drop-in Centre and work on our projects. We’ll also have red yarn/material and poppy patterns. Work on your own project or make a poppy – or both! Small snacks and drinks available.
Carnival at Calvary Baptist Church
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 2pm -5pm
Location: Calvary Baptist Church (34 Prince St.)
A great way to end off the Blueberry Festival! There will be carnival games and snacks available at Calvary Baptist Church. A fun event for the whole family!
Food Drive
Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
Time: 2pm -5pm
Location: Calvary Baptist Church (34 Prince St.)
The Sioux Lookout Food Bank will be receiving food and cash donations at Calvary Baptist Church. Suggested donations include rice, pasta, pasta sauce, canned vegetables, canned fruit, applesauce, fruit cups, granola bars, jam, cereal, Kraft Dinner, and Hamburger Helper. All donations will be provided to people in our community who are experiencing food insecurity. Thank you for your support!
All Week Long Events
Blueberry Colouring Contest
Submission Date: Aug 11th
Location: Travel information Centre / 11 First Avenue
Drop in to the Travel Info Centre and pick your colouring contest sheet. All coloured pictures must be returned by August 11th at 12pm. Prizes sponsored by Giant Tiger.
Find Burl!
Time: All Day
Location: Various Locations in the Sioux Lookout Area
Find Burl! Burl will be popping up all over, all festival long. Check Burl Fest's page on Facebook for a clue on each day's hiding spot and the answer from the previous day. Send your selfie with Burl to (807) 738-0970 or to Burl's page to be entered into the draw.
Adopt-a-Book
Time: Regular Library Hours
Location: Sioux Lookout Public Library (21 Fifth ave.)
Show off your support for literacy and our community by purchasing a book or DVD for the Library. Each title purchased through the Adopt-A-Book Campaign will be given a dedication. For more info call (807) 737-3660 or stop by the Library (21 Fifth Ave.)!
Story Walk®
Time: Daytime
Location: Sioux Lookout Public Library & Cedar Bay
Stop by the library (21 Fifth Ave.) to pick up your form and then head down to Cedar Bay (111 West Point Cove Rd.). Follow the pages of the story along the trail to the lakeshore. Return completed forms to be entered into a draw! For more information, call (807) 737-3660.
Calvary Baptist Church VBS (Vacation Bible School
Time: 9am-11:30am
Location: Calvary Baptist Church (34 Prince St.)
Set Sail Vacation Bible School. For ages 5-12. There will be games, snacks, crafts, music, and stories. See our Facebook page (Calvary Baptist Church Sioux Lookout) to register.
Blueberry Rock Hunt
Location: Various Locations around Sioux Lookout
The McCord family will be painting Blueberry Rocks and hiding them around town. If you find one, please bring it to Fair Convenience (24 Fair St.) to claim your prize!
Friends of Cedar Bay Treasure Hunt
Location: Cedar Bay Stables & Trails
Start by looking at our first clue on our Facebook page (see Treasure Hunt post). Then, follow clues hidden at Cedar Bay (111 West Point Cove Rd.). The last clue will provide you with instructions on how to enter a draw for prizes. Enter draw by August 11th, at 12 pm. Family friendly activity.
The Great Bean Hunt Begins
Location: Various Locations around Sioux Lookout
The Great Bean Hunt is back! Hidden somewhere in town is a stone depicting a coffee bean. The first person to find it wins a prize! Head over to The Hub Collective's social media for daily clues and The Great Bean Hunt Details. | IG: @thehub.collective or @ohheyceramics | FB: The Hub Collective
Game On!
Location: Three Locations - TBA!
Go to each location, play the games there. Take a pic of yourselves with the game at each location and send it to bbfestgame@gmail.com. Winning team/person will be chosen at random from entrants. Game Sheets available from Dorothy on request (807-738-0970).
Slate Falls Air Treasure Hunt
Location: Everywhere!
We have hidden something! Follow the Slate Falls Air Facebook page for a new clue every day at 9am. Find our treasure and win a 2024-2025 Sioux Lookout Bombers Season Pass! *Treasure is hidden on public property - do NOT enter private property in your search.
Special Menus & Sales
Blueberry Feast at Forest Bar & Grill
Dates: August 2th - 9th
Location: Forest Bar & Grill (11 May St.)
The Forest Bar & Grill will be serving blueberry inspired dishes including wings and burgers, delicious pies, cheesecakes, and a blueberry cocktail menu. Stay tuned on our Facebook (Forest Bar & Grill) for more information! Open 4:30pm to 9:00pm.
Tim Hortons Blueberry Menu
All Week
Location: Tim Hortons (corner of Wellington St. & Fifth Ave.)
Celebrate Blueberry Festival with a sweet blueberry treat from Tim Hortons. Various items will be available throughout the festival, while supplies last!
Blueberry Menu at Charli's Diner
All Week
Location: Charli's Diner (66 Front St.)
Stop by Charli's Diner and enjoy one of their special blueberry menu items during the Blueberry Festival! For more information, check out Charli's Diner on Facebook.