White Pine Lodge, Lake of the Woods, Ontario, Canada

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Local Attractions and Special Events for Lake of the Woods Area and Northwestern Ontario

Calendar of Events Sioux Narrows/Nester Falls & Kenora

There's plenty of things to do in Sunset Country, including watching or taking part in the year-round special events and festivals throughout the region. The following is a list of events within Sioux Narrows, Nester Falls and Kenora.  Make sure you don't miss out on all the activities, whether you are a resident or a tourist visiting for a day, weekend or week.

Fishing Tournaments

Sioux Narrows Bassin' For Bucks

Nestor Falls Annual Crow Lake Classic Bass

  • September - 3rd weekend – Annual Crow Lake Classic Bass Tournament: contact 1-807-484-2525 for information.
  • September 14 & 15, 2013

Annual Kenora Bass International - K.B.I

  • August 8, 9 & 10, 2013 – Kenora Bass International : Visit http://www.kbifishing.com/ for more information Email us at: info@kbifishing.com.
  • Come out and root for our very own "JIM PALMER" White pine lodge owner and guide.

Recurring Events and Attractions in Sioux Narrows

  • Fresh Vegetable Stand, Every Wednesday  June - Sept. 
  • Live Music Under the Big Top, Weekly - Contact Tourist Info 1-807-226-5293
  • White Moose Golf Course - This 9 hole golf course has been open since 1969 as a public course. Currently open May 15 to September 15 - contact 1-807-226-5319
  • Church Service;
    • United Church - Contact 1-807-226-5228 - Every Sunday 11:30 am
    • Sacred Hearts Catholic Church - Contact 807-468-6149- May to Sept. - Friday 6:00 p.m.    

Special Events

July 1 Canada Day, Downtown Sioux Narrows

  • July 1 – Make sure to attend one of the local Canada Day events and enjoy a fun fill day that will end with a spectacular fire works show in celebration of this special Day!  Some things to look forward too.
    • Special events TBA - Free Community BBQ!
    • FIRE WORKS!!
    • Events for the whole family.

GUEST ONLY.. White Pine Lodge 4th of July Celebrations!

  • July 4, 2013 –  Thursday, it's a great way to enjoy the evening.
    • "Big fish" contest awards
    • Games and refreshment.
    • FIRE WORKS!!

Christmas in July, Sioux Narrows

  • July 14 – Annual Christmas in July event contact 1-807-226-5610 for information.

Whitefish Pow Wow, Sioux Narrows

  • July TBA   – Watch for poster at the Trading Post with date and time.

Merchant Madness, Sioux Narrows

  • August 17 – contact 1-807-226-5293 for information.
    • Visit our unique shops in the heart of Sioux Narrows for that perfect holiday souvenir 

Harbourfest, Kenora

  • August 2, 3 & 4
    • Live bands, Check web site for 2013 current talent
    • Kids Zone, Watermelon throwing contest, boat and vintage car show, and much more.
    • It is an event for the whole family. – contact http://www.harbourfest.ca/information.htm

Annual Sioux Narrows Arts Festival

  • August 3-4 – contact 1-807-226-9791 for information.
    • This is a great opportunity to meet local artist and view their work.  Make sure you.. "mark your calendar" to come out and see their hand crafted pieces!
    • Wood products, jewelry, photographs, paintings, furniture and much much more. 

Pig Roast Picnic, Nester Falls

  • August 4

Other Recurring Events and Tours in Sunset Country 

  • Kenora
    • Farmers Market - Wednesdays from 9 am to 2 pm June-September, on the Harbour front
    • Kenora Harbour front Concert Series - Thursdays from June-September, Contact: 1-807-468-2232
    • Mather Walls Heritage House Tours - Contact:1-807-547-2870
    • Lake of the Woods Cemetery Tours - Fridays July-August, 1-807-467-4636
    • MS. Kenora Boat Tours 
    • Lake of the woods Museum -Contact 1-807-467-2105