5 p.m. Symposium
6 p.m. Dinner
Celebrate the life and poetry of Scottish poet Robbie Burns. Enjoy a Burns Night inspired dinner, curated by The Chanterelle, rousing music, toasts, and poetry recitations.
Reservations required. No refunds. Dinner is a set menu; dietary requests cannot be accommodated.
Oat Cakes, Dill, Crème Fraîche, and Pickled Red Cabbage
Chicken Jus, Garlic Aioli and Mint Oil
Cumberland Sausage, Cranberry Compote, and Micro Radish
Smoked Haddock Soup, Potato, Chives, and Warm Bread
Roasted Beets, Scottish Cheddar and Crispy Fried Bread
with Whisky and Peppercorn Jus
House-Made Haggis Gratinéed with Scottish Cheddar and Caramelized Onions
Mashed Rutabaga and Potatoes
Chantilly Cream, Raspberry Coulis and Whisky
Tea and Coffee
Cash and Credit Card accepted
UPDATE – Guests will arrive at the Visitor Centre and enjoy mulled wine or cider, and a canapé, before being shuttled to the Fort William historic site. Guests will walk to the Cantine to enjoy live music and canapés. During the Symposium, guests are welcome to walk around the beautifully lit historic site. Guests will then head to the Great Hall to enjoy the main dinner event.
$125 per ticket +HST
Reservations required. No refunds.
Tickets sales close January 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Dinner is a set menu; dietary requests cannot be accommodated.
Weather-appropriate clothing: Guests will be walking outdoors to/from the Visitor Centre.
Cash: There are no ATMs available.
Car: Fort William Historical Park is located at 1350 King Road, Thunder Bay. Parking is free.
Thunder Bay Transit: Fort William Historical Park is accessible by the 4 Neebing bus route. Please visit the City of Thunder Bay Transit website for specific bus route information.