12 to 4 p.m.
Join us for Halloween Hoot, a family-friendly event that transforms the historic site into a Halloween haven. Enjoy haunted houses, trick-or-treating, creepy crafts and ghastly games, and discover why the mysterious birds have taken over Williamstown, transforming it into the Tree Fort. More details coming soon.
After falling from his nest, Owl can’t remember anything, including his name! Spread your wings and take flight to Tree Fort to help Owl re-learn his name.
3:30 p.m.
Join Caterpillar in the Main Square to help Owl remember his name!
Explore the birdhouses and cozy nests of Tree Fort, meet its feathered residents, collect tasty treats, and gather clues on a thrilling quest to discover Owl’s name!
Do you dare explore Williamstown’s Sinister Sites? Recommended for people ages 8+.
Let your imagination run wild to create these creepy crafts:
Explore Roost Ranch, where the feathers fly and the fun never ends! Visit with the roosters, chickens, sheep, pigs and cows.
12-3 p.m.
Watch the talented artisans from Thunder Bay Carvers carve a ghoulish jack o’ lantern during this live pumpkin-carving demonstration, showcasing creativity and craftsmanship.
Draw at 3 p.m.
Enter the draw to win the jack o’ lantern created by the Thunder Bay Carvers between 12-3 p.m. Must be present to win the draw.
3:45 p.m.
Calling all ghouls, boils and apparitions – show off your amazing costumes during the Monster March Costume Parade.
1-1:15 p.m. and 2-2:15 p.m.
Can you speak bird? Join Songbird and discover the sounds of the feathered friends around you! Listen carefully as Songbird teaches you fun chirps, tweets, trills, and whistles.
Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Apple Cider, Soft Drinks
Admission fees include HST.
The Personal Attendant for Leisure (PAL) Card is an identification card, which is issued to a person who has a disability. It allows the support person to enter a Thunder Bay recreation facility for free. A support person can be a friend, family member or a paid worker.
+ HST
The season pass provides you with year-round admission to the Fort William historic site and admission to the following Fort William Historical Park events: The Great Rendezvous, Taste of Fort William, Halloween Hoot, New Year’s Eve Family Frolic, and Voyageurs Winter Carnival. Admission to Canada Day, Anishinaabe Keeshigun and Celtic Day is free for all visitors. The season pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase. Learn more about the season pass.
Weather-appropriate clothing, bug spray, sunscreen: This is an all-weather program and takes place indoors and outdoors.
Cash: There are no ATMs available on site.
Car: Fort William Historical Park is located at 1350 King Road, Thunder Bay. Parking is free.
Bicycle: Cyclists are welcome. Bike racks are available to use free of charge.
Boats & River Access: Boats cannot dock at events. There is no admissions entrance via the Kaministiquia River.
RVs: The campground closes for the season October 12, 2026, reopening May 2027. RVs are not permitted in the parking lot for overnight stays.