Canadian Lakehead Exhibition - CLE

03/23/2026

🌿 Vendor Spots Almost Sold Out! 🌿

The 2026 Spring Home & Garden Show is quickly approaching, and we have very few indoor & Outdoor exhibitor spots remaining!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time — spaces are being filled on a first come, first served basis.

📍 Visit us at the CLE Office
🕘 Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📞 Or give us a call to inquire and secure your spot

Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the region’s biggest spring events — once these spots are gone, they’re gone!

02/17/2026

🌿✨ Thunder Bay, you’re invited! ✨🌿

Join us at the 28th Annual Home & Garden Show 2026 and discover everything you need to decorate, upgrade, and transform your home. From the latest innovative appliances to creative décor ideas, our wide variety of vendors will inspire you to refresh your space with style and joy.

Whether you're planning a renovation, looking for modern upgrades, or just love home inspiration, this is the event you won’t want to miss!

Come explore, connect, and get inspired — we can’t wait to see you there! 🏡🌸

12/18/2025

🎄 Holiday Office Hours Announcement 🎄

Please be advised that the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Admin Office will be open on:

📅 Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM only

The Admin Office will be closed on:
❌ Christmas Day
❌ Boxing Day
❌ New Year’s Day

This announcement is for all members and the public of Thunder Bay.

We wish everyone a safe and joyful holiday season.
🎅 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in advance! 🎆

12/04/2025

🎉 Become a CLE Member Today! 🎉

Thunder Bay, we want YOU to be part of the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition community! 🐎🎡✨

A CLE membership gives you a voice in our organization and helps support the events, traditions, and community spirit that make Thunder Bay proud.

👉 Memberships are only $10.00
👉 Available at the CLE Admin Office, located beside the Cardinal Room
📍 425 Northern Avenue, Thunder Bay

Stop in, sign up, and be part of something local and meaningful!
Let’s keep our community strong — become a CLE member today! 💙

08/14/2025

08/13/2025

🎈🐷💙 Guess who came to play at CLE 2025?! Peppa Pig, Bluey, and Bingo! 🐷🐾💛

The kids were jumping, laughing, and hugging their favourite characters all day long! 🥳 You made the day extra magical, and everyone loved you sooo much! 💖✨

Come back soon – we miss you already! 🐾💛

08/11/2025

🎆✨ What an incredible way to close out the 2025 CLE Fair & Exhibition! The fireworks lit up the Thunder Bay sky tonight, marking the end of an amazing week full of music, laughter, rides, and memories.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out — the wonderful people of Thunder Bay and beyond — for your energy, smiles, and support. You’re the reason the CLE is so special year after year. 💙

Until next year… see you at the fair! 🎡🎶

08/11/2025

🎶 Simply Queen is rocking the stage at the CLE right now! 🎶
The energy is electric — the crowd is singing every word, clapping, dancing, and completely into the show! 🙌🎤
From the iconic hits to the powerful stage presence, this tribute band has everyone on their feet and loving every second. 💥

It’s a beautiful night at the 135th Canadian Lakehead Exhibition, with the midway lights glowing, the music blasting, and people coming together to enjoy an unforgettable evening. 🎡✨

And don’t go anywhere — fireworks will light up the sky at the end of the night! 🎆

08/11/2025

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Hypnotist Corrie J! 🌟
For all 5 days of the fair, Corrie J has been an absolute crowd favorite — keeping everyone entertained, laughing, and amazed! 🎤✨
Your energy, talent, and connection with the audience truly helped keep the CLE alive and made this year’s fair extra special. 💙
Thank you, Corrie, for everything you’ve done for the 135th Canadian Lakehead Exhibition! 🙌🎡

08/10/2025

🎶 Tonight at the CLE! 🎶
Get ready — Simply Queen tribute band is hitting the stage tonight, and it’s going to be an absolute banger! 🔥🎤
Come out, sing along to the classics, and enjoy an amazing evening at the 135th Canadian Lakehead Exhibition. 🎡✨
See you there! 🙌