Upcoming Events
Robbie Burns Night
January 25, 2026 – 5 p.m. Symposium, 6 p.m. Dinner
Reservations required
Celebrate the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns with a catered dinner by The Chanterelle hosted in McGillivray’s Landing at Fort William Historical Park.
Indigenous Night Sky Storytelling
February 5, 19 and 26, 2026 – 7 to 9 p.m.
Join us at the David Thompson Astronomical Observatory during the winter months when snow covers the land to hear stories from time immemorial about the night sky told by Indigenous storytellers. Activities will also include learning about the Anishinaabe star chart, outdoor night sky viewing, and discovering our meteorite collection and space exhibits.
Voyageur Winter Carnvial
February 14 and 15, 2026 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrate the world of winter sports and games with a magical blend of traditional carnival fun at Fort William Historical Park. Enjoy two days of indoor and outdoor activities, kid’s sliding hill, winter games and contests, live music, artisan demonstrations, farm animals, delicious food, and much more! More details coming soon.
The Great Rendezvous
July 10, 11 and 12, 2026
Registration is now open to re-enactors looking to participate in Fort William Historical Park’s annual Great Rendezvous historical re-enactment. There is no cost to be a re-enactor. Completed applications are due by 4 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026.
French-Canadian Celebration
February 2026
Reservations required
Celebrate French-Canadian cuisine with a catered dinner by The Chanterelle hosted in the Great Hall on the Fort William historic site. More details coming soon.