Phantoms of the Galleries 2025

Join the and our partner for a scary tour of the galleries, featuring vignettes from crimes in Thunder Bay's history.

This will be an in-person, timed-ticketed event. It has multiple sessions on 23-25 October. Please ensure you buy tickets for the date and time that works for you and your group.

Tickets are $18.00 per person.

EVENT DESCRIPTION -

Follow your tour guide in groups of up to 10 through The Thunder Bay Museum galleries, encountering the nightmares of the phantoms who haunt the halls looking for justice. Your terror will last approximately 45 minutes. Science North will also offer brief respites partway through your flight of fear for learning against your will.

This event is not geared towards youth audiences; it includes descriptions of M**der, jump scares, and could cause significant mental stress. Please use your best judgment for you and your guests.

If you survive your tour, visit the Museum's gift shop to pick up some great gifts, including books about historical murders by local author Kim Casey.

Be part of the magic! Join our volunteer crew for Phantoms of the Galleries—welcoming, accessible, and a great way to give back. Contact Anna Wood: U3BlY2lhbEV2ZW50cyB8IHRodW5kZXJiYXltdXNldW0gISBjb20=.

Special Thanks for material support from

Parking

The Thunder Bay Museum has a free parking lot on the East side of the building, but there are only 16 spaces. On-street parking and other lots nearby are available.

The City of Thunder Bay is offering 2 hours of complimentary on-street parking, with the option of paying for up to an additional 2 hours. Help them gather data and log your stay on the Passport Parking App or a pay machine!

More information about the City of Thunder Bay parking and rates can be found here: https://www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-services/parking-rates-and-locations.aspx

Free Parking Map

Unveil your inner Phantom—and support the Museum and Science North—by decking yourself out in exclusive Phantoms of the Galleries swag! Our Cafepress store is now live with limited‑edition tees, hoodies, mugs, tote bags and more, all designed to celebrate the mystery and magic of this year’s signature evening.

• Wear the Legend: Featuring the event logo on soft‑cotton shirts to drinkwear, each piece is a conversation starter—perfect for haunting your social feed (and your wardrobe!).
• Sip in Style: Enjoy your post‑event coffee or tea in our commemorative Phantoms mug—because every phantom deserves a proper brew.
• Carry the Mystery: Tote your giftshop purchases (or your day‑to‑day essentials) in a Phantoms of the Gallery‑themed design that keeps the spirit of the Galleries with you long after the lights go down.
• Give Back: Every purchase helps fund next year’s exhibitions and educational programs—so you’re not just shopping, you’re sustaining the story.

Browse the full collection and order your favourites today before they vanish into the mist:

Note - Only available online - no sales of this merchandise at the event.

Get your gear, spread the word, and let the Phantoms follow you home!

Must be 18+ to purchase. AGCO Licence # RAF1492079. Full rules and terms on the website above.

Also check out other Nonprofit events in Thunder Bay, Arts events in Thunder Bay, Exhibitions in Thunder Bay.