Uranium Heritage Days

Elliot Lake’s Uranium Heritage Days is an annual festival that celebrates the city’s rich history and vibrant community spirit.

Held over the Canada Day long weekend, the event honours Elliot Lake’s mining past while bringing residents and visitors together for a variety of fun-filled activities.

The festival features a mix of live entertainment, family-friendly events, a parade, and the ever-popular Street Dance. From community barbecues to cultural showcases, Uranium Heritage Days is a time for everyone to come together, reminisce about the past, and create new memories. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, this event is a true celebration of Elliot Lake’s heritage and community pride.

2026 Heritage Days Schedule

Thursday, June 25th
– Schools Out for the Summer Party
– Elliot Lake Historical Society Presents: Dan Kachur’s Lumber Camp Book Launch

Friday, June 26th
– Fimo Pet Pin Workshop
– Ishkode Hangout
– Elliot Lake Heritage Days Street Dance

Saturday, June 27th
– Mason’s Breakfast
– Eureka Labs Science Drop-in Stations
– Eureka Labs Science Missions
– Youth Beach Volleyball Tournament

Sunday, June 28th
– Elliot Lake Museum Geology Tours
– T-Shirt Hot Plate Workshop
– Kids’ Yoga in the Park
– Yoga in the Park 

Monday, June 29th
– Elliot Lake Museum Geology Tours
– Coureurs de Bois Community Hike
– BikeFest

Tuesday, June 30th
– BHP Closed Panel Mine Site Tour
– Coureurs de Bois Community Hike
– Community in the Park Event
– Sharing Circle and Hide Pouch Making Class
– Aki Learning

Wednesday, July 1st
– Canada Day Park Run
– Beach Party
– Summer Concert in the Park
– Fireworks

A full schedule of events and details is available here.