The Thunder Bay Kite Festival has been named one of the top 100 events in the province for 2026. The Festivals & Events Ontario organization announced the selection on February 25, 2026, highlighting the success of the long-running community celebration in Thunder Bay, Ontario.
The upcoming festival will be held on June 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Chippewa Park. It is free to attend and will include kite flying areas, amusement rides, food vendors, and booths for local community groups and artisans.
Residents can take a free shuttle bus to the park from the Intercity Shopping Centre, with buses leaving approximately every 30 minutes. The city is also providing a free bike valet service at the park, which features a historic C.W. Parker Carousel that is over 100 years old.
The festival first started in 1983 and has continued to grow, with attendance reaching over 1,000 people in recent years. Organizers have also focused on making the event more environmentally friendly by using reusable wristbands and increasing recycling efforts.
