NIPIGON —Nipigon’s favourite August event is back again this weekend.
The Blueberry Blast was origanlly founded in 2002, and has been a staple of summer activities for the community ever since.
The festival provides a variety of services and entertainment over the weekend including live music, vendors with many blueberry-themed foods and products, guided berry picking, draws, and more.
The fun begins on Friday evening with the Blueberry Blast dance taking place at the Nipigon Legion from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday’s events start with a pancake breakfast presented by Grace United Church, followed by vendors and live entertainment consisting of Shy-Anne Hovorka, The Boondocks, and the 11/17 Band.
Sunday’s event includes even more entertainers like Don Wright, Jim n’ I, the Punjabi Dance Group, the Dorion Band, and Rebel Spirit.
The Blueberry Blast is organized and run by a central committee and aided by local volunteers and entrance to the festival is completely free and all residents from the area are invited to attend.
